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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1983
Page
8
An opinion criticizes a Common Council executive session over personnel matters, arguing it was unnecessary and illegal. It contends Mahoney’s public conduct does not require secrecy and urges airing the issue publicly to return to city business.
Louis Nicoletti, once superintendent of the State Office Building, faces scrutiny after a state employee alleged he pointed an unloaded pistol at a coworker and pulled the trigger four times. The same complaint cites kicking, throwing a knife, and biting a colleague, while Nicoletti says he joked with staff using a starter pistol and knife. His attorney criticizes media misinterpretations amid a tense inquiry by the county district attorney’s office.
A D A s office says charges were looked at but the victim did not want to prosecute. In contrast a county grand jury indicted a former city policeman for an assault despite the victim withdrawing the complaint. The piece argues for a full investigation or grand jury to clear Nicoletti s name and reexamine the case.
The column decries British royalty as symbols rather than leaders, noting Americans view Elizabeth II and her entourage as a bygone era. It argues royal pomp is dull to the public, preferring domestic leaders and family life over glittering crowns and distant power.
Valley residents and community leaders defend the Rescue Mission amid zoning, funding questions. Father John Finnegan praises its Christian services for women while Lora Lee Buchta of the Women's Political Caucus warns Equitable may shutter Syracuse office, risking jobs and local impact.
A reader laments NiMo rate increases, arguing conservation and insulation may reduce bills but criticizes utility actions. The note expresses frustration that lower energy use seemingly prompts more hikes, reflecting public discomfort with utility pricing.
M.E. Agosh of Mattydale denounces utility bill increases aimed at NiMo. she argues the hikes burden the elderly on fixed incomes and families amid unemployment, calling it a new form of crime a monopoly and expressing that residents feel powerless.
A reader cites The Herald American story about a farmer with 1000 acres planting 800 and receiving a $15150 subsidy for leaving 200 acres fallow. The letter condemns what it calls greed by farmers and government, arguing rich payments amid world hunger. CITY BOY
A reader endorses Joseph Natale Jr s defense of Dennis Banks and argues Banks should be granted sanctuary in New York. The writer condemns ongoing persecution and extradition attempts, urging peaceful residency without further harassment.
The Onondaga County Women's Political Caucus Steering Committee calls on Equitable Life Assurance Society to recognize District 925 SEIU as the bargaining agent for clerical employees. They argue insurance clerks earn less than manufacturing workers and endure dead end jobs despite Equitable's stated support for women's equality.
A reader challenges poll methods and cites a California initiative defeat by 3 to 1 last fall. He urges polling police at all levels on whether gun control reduces crime, accusing editors of ivory tower detachment and demanding verifiable figures.
Evans family thanks two gentlemen who rushed from across the street to assist Sunday morning February 13 as their car broke down at Elmcrest and Route 57. Their timely help is gratefully acknowledged.
In a Feb 14 vote the New York State Assembly decided the Pledge of Allegiance should not be spoken at the daily opening. Critics claim the action fuels anti patriotic sentiment and highlights a disconnect between lawmakers and community needs. Reverend Harvey Pinyoun questions representation and access to aid as he compares church food lines to scant public support.
A group pleads with Congressman Wortley and staff to address food stamp questions left unanswered in a Feb 16 Telex. They cite 200 families cut from food stamps, wide reductions in NY public assistance, and demand representation for all county residents amid federal cuts.
Anne Pelchy from Marcellus applauds an editorial on book banning and warns that shielding children from reality is impossible. She also expresses appreciation for Mike Royka saying his column is direct and refreshing.
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