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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1976
Page
10
Arthur Jenkins, founder of the Herald, in the January 15 1877 first issue advocates ignoring party politics and pursuing independent discussion of public questions. He urges support for men and measures that best advance the people's interests.
Maurice Nadjari ousted as special state prosecutor in charge of NYC corruption probes. John F. Keenan named to replace him, praised as honest and thorough. Lefkowitz and Carey back Keenan with promise of a fearless, apolitical crackdown and review of pending cases.
President Ford seeks to narrow federal busing remedies by placing desegregation policy in Congress. The plan would distinguish unlawful discrimination by authorities from neighborhood racial imbalance and aim to keep desegregation debates within the democratic process rather than in city streets.
The Merrick Union Free School District sold 350000 in tax anticipation notes to the public early in 1976 at seven percent, lower than banks rates of nine to ten percent. Demand was strong, with buyers limited to 3000 each and offers exceeding 1.2 million from about 150 residents.
The piece suggests a formal pre convention atmosphere with vice presidential selection described as a technical process. It mentions Carter and A running mate option in a room of prospects including Spiro Agnew and jests about Truman Capote being the Pillsbury Dough Boy.
The page shows the Syracuse Herald Journal masthead with staff roles including Stephen Rogers publisher William D Cottier editor and advertising managers Capr Svewoney Ai General William R Powars classified.
Niagara Mohawk reports extra gas available from now until October 31 due to conservation gains. Critics question why surplus gas is not saved for future shortages and potential price hikes, while urging responsible energy planning and youth safety education.
A Mattydale reader criticizes Sen. Fred Eckert on pension reform for New York workers. She cites her husband a transportation worker earning around $8 000 with overtime, arguing he has seen no raise due to state cutbacks. She urges cutting waste in Albany and defends the “little man.”
A letter to Mrs. Janet Edison, president of the Syracuse Board of Education, protests proposed cuts to driver education. The writer argues the program offers safety, citizenship, and life skills beyond driving, and notes concerns over alcohol use and driving safety.
A Syracuse reader from Joan E White expresses grief at the departure of Father Camillus Murray. The letter notes the sense of loss for Assumption parishioners and friends while wishing blessings and continued faith in his name.
A Louis Harris poll finds 55 percent of Americans give Kissinger a positive job rating while 38 percent view him negatively. Ford supporters and conservatives oppose his removal as secretary of state, and Kissinger retains strong marks on foreign policy areas such as peace efforts and relations with China, though negative views persist on handling Congress and negotiating arms with the Russians.
A daughter walked twenty miles in a May Walk-a-thon for the March of Dimes and raised about $350. Her effort earned a $4 savings bond, while her son's girlfriend joined to keep her company.
Letter from Eleanor Bickford of Mamaroneck commends the 2008 county decision on Burnet Park Zoo. She notes the end of animosity between advocates to keep it open and supporters of new facilities, praising collaborative effort for the public good.
William Safire reexamines Senator Howard Baker's Gulf contributions case. Baker admits a $5,000 Gulf gift with $2,500 via envelope and cash in his office during a 1972 meeting. The piece questions enforcement of Section 603 and weighs justice versus political realities.
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