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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1968
Page
2
City Engineer Frederick S. Keith and Konski Engineers launched a survey of 15 of 29 city bridges to assess condition and need for repair or replacement. The firm will provide a no cost detailed analysis and then prepare drawings on bridges needing extensive work.
More than 250 people gathered at the North Syracuse American Legion Hall Thursday to honor Leonard F. Hayes Democratic candidate for mayor. Former mayors John O Reilly and James J. Barry spoke as telegrams from Rep. James M. Hanley and Sen. Robert F. Kennedy were read conveying endorsements and support for Hayes.
Firefighters battled for over four hours to control a three alarm blaze that destroyed multiple structures along Butternut Street including 610 and 602 Butternut and adjacent shops. Authorities said the fire started in the rear center of the building and threatened nearby homes with 16 apparatus on scene at dawn. No fatalities reported though a resident fled and several businesses were damaged.
Sheldon of Oswego was sentenced to 10 to 20 years in Attica after pleading guilty to first degree manslaughter for the rifle slaying of William Scovilie at Foster Park Fulton on July 26, 1965. His companion Jeannine Downs of Syracuse pleaded guilty to first degree manslaughter and received five to 10 years at Bedford Hills.
Dr. David E. Bigwood Jr the county health commissioner urged Onondaga County parents to vaccinate young children against measles. He noted the week of March 3 to 9 was Measles Vaccination Week and 196 vaccinations were reported. He warned measles can cause permanent disability and urged protection for children.
John Branch age 49 of 328 Leavenworth Street fell asleep at the wheel causing a crash on West Belden Street. His car struck a parked vehicle at 653 West Onondara Street and collided with a tree, trapping Branch. Firefighters pried open the wreck to free him. He was taken by Eastern Ambulance to Memorial Hospital with a broken arm and leg, condition satisfactory.
Marian D. Burch 33 of 104 i Craly St reported her mailbox pried open yesterday and a federal check for 138.20 was stolen. Police are investigating the incident and reviewing available evidence.
Mayor William F. Walsh pressed Gov. Nelson Rockefeller to help pass a measure exempting Hancock Airport from town and school district taxes. Syracuse pays about $40,000 yearly to DeWitt Salina Cicero and East Syracuse Minoa for an airport serving a regional area. Walsh argues the city should enjoy tax exempt status while commercial airport developments remain taxable. The state board favors freezing current assessments, not eliminating payments, which Walsh rejects.
Onondaga Community College and the Manufacturers Association sponsor a 12 page booklet promoting college level technical education and local technician jobs in Syracuse. Dr Marvin A Rapp OCC president and John MacAlilister MAS president distributed copies at Midtown Plaza to John Finnegan Central Technical High School. The booklet outlines two year career programs in chemical electrical technical medical and computer technology and will be mailed or displayed to MAS members and area high schools.
Eastwood Cub Scout Pack 223 held its third annual Blue and Gold Dinner at Blessed Sacrament Parish Center with over 200 attending. Honorees included Rev. David J. Baehr for Onondaga Council leadership, Cubmaster Bob Decker for highest district enrollment, and Cubmaster Ed Schaefer. The Great Train Robbery Blues Band performed as entertainment, with Bill Fochler as dinner chairman.
Residents along Lyndon Road opposite the canal report windblown trash from a local dump continually drifting into the Barge Canal and onto lawns. They say officials have done nothing, urging a fence or farther back dumping to stop the mess.
U S Senator Robert Kennedy declared his bid for the presidency, throwing Onondaga County Democratic Committee into turmoil. Chairman George P Savage said it is a new ballgame and extensive study is needed as Johnson remains undeclared. Meetings to select delegates were postponed as candidates decide.
Burglars broke into the Irving Avenue apartment of Syracuse University student James Corbett 21 and stole $4530 worth of items including a $300 camera and a coat valued at $150 from the unlocked apartment.
The Common Council will consider renewing Pitometer Associates Inc of New York City for $15,000 to perform nightly water system leak surveys. City Engineer Frederick S. Keith cites 1967 savings of $171,000 from preventing leaks totaling 4,249,000 gallons per day, with maintenance by Donald Fahey.
The Record Runner on Marshall Street near Syracuse University offered free beer with each record purchase yesterday after owner Robert Meares obtained ABC approval. Meares checked customers IDs to ensure proper age and tested free cases before ending the promotion.
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