In Our Opinion Repeal Law Leased Tax Cuts
The piece critiques a 1980s law aiding unprofitable firms, citing General Electric’s annual report. It notes GE paid 330 million in federal taxes in 1980, expects 50 to 60 million in 1981 with 1.65 billion in earnings, and anticipates a roughly 150 million refund from taxes paid since 1977. Refers to officers and a tax credit subsidiary facing shareholder scrutiny if not leveraging the government offer.
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General Electric Co
Sen
Robert Dole
Kansas
Finance Committee
Sam
Budget gridlock and delayed budget cost state billions
The piece notes a late budget after a March 31 deadline costing taxpayers millions and threatens state workers pay, while lawmakers and Gov. Carey remain far apart. It cites tax act changes benefiting firms, GE tax credits and calls for changes to depreciation rules and windfall concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugh Carey
Edward Regan
Carey
Neutron bomb proposal sparks housing debate
Critics question a drastic plan to use a neutron bomb to clear housing shortages, arguing the method would save structures but cost lives and violate ethics, while supporters claim it would rapidly free land for development.
Waiting for Spring The Longest Winter Ends At Last
The piece laments lingering winter while noting robin songs maple sap and crocuses as signs of spring. It jokes about prices and home costs, mentions ski centers closing and golf not yet open, and wishes for a dramatic warm spell rather than a gradual thaw.
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Florida
Arizona
California
Acid Rain Threatens Adirondack Lands Says Campaign Call
A Syracuse Newspapers led appeal urges action against acid rain. It cites 264 lakes and ponds in the Adirondacks lacking fish and 40 percent of tested streams rated critical. The piece links acid rain to red spruce decline and calls for support of the Clean Air Act and coal washing programs.
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Adirondack Mountains
Adirondack
New York State
Syracuse
Hugh Carey
Robert, Flacke
Congress
HOUSE
Jamesville-DeWitt Middle School
Child safety seats and belts save lives in cars
A collection of letters and notes urges use of infant and child restraints, noting third rear seat belts for families with three children, while also raising concerns about economic policy, inflation, and social dignity amid rising prices and food stamp limits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joan D. Miller
R.N
M.S
Syracuse
A Little Leary “Is” A Shame They Cannot Recall Cars
A plea urging action to support programs for the elderly and protect self sufficient individuals facing loss. The author asks readers to write legislators and emphasizes dignity, perseverance, and immediate community response to prevent future hardships like Tom’s.
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Tom
Sunshine and birthday wishes from Syracuse readers
Letters from Dorothy Fitzgerald and Nana and Pappa Albino convey thanks and affection for local figures in Syracuse New York and DeRuyter New York. Messages praise sunshine and support, mention a February departure in snow, and celebrate a grandchild's first birthday.
Ill conceived protest over April 1 car seat law
A resident protests an upcoming car seat law proposing lowering the age to under 3 and requiring seat belts for those under 5. The writer argues most seats exceed 40 pounds, attaching seats is hard for elders, and nursery school children may miss events. They urge focus on preventing neglect, abuse, drunken driving, and gun control issues.
Did Centro Verify Payments After Fasano Contract Termination
In Syracuse reader Harry Flagstaff questions Centro’s handling of payments to Fasano Inc. after Fasano’s contract for a new Centro garage was terminated. He notes prior concern over Fasano’s ability and urges inquiry to confirm subcontractor payments before disbursing nearly tax funded sums.
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Centro
Vincent J. Fasano
Fasano
Florida
Harry Flagstaff
Syracuse
Reagan officials push tax incentives for U.S. investment
The article reports that Reagan administration officials propose legislation to provide tax incentives to American companies investing in foreign trade zones and related activities to spur domestic investment and export growth. The plan targets corporate tax breaks and credits as a means to boost competitiveness.
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New York Times
Pensions Clash Over Railroad Retirement and Reform
R R pensions oppose any bill to abolish or cut Railroad Retirement benefits. Rep Wortley hears claims the 1981 revisions, pushed by Reagan, were railroaded and unfair to retirees who rely on steady support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Wortley
Congress
Ronald Reagan
Frederick Douglass docu drama praised by Syracuse coalition
A Frederick Douglass production presented by the Syracuse Coalition for the Free Flow of Information Insight 82 and the AKA Sorority Inc impressed audiences with a data rich, artistic format. Ron Reed portrayed a younger Douglass with courage and credibility while Charles Anderson portrayed an elder Douglass with refined oratorical genius. The stage featured period slides 1825 to 1888 along with Bethany Choir and Bobby Hamilton piano.
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Frederick Douglass
Syracuse Coalition For the Free Flow of Information
SCFFI
Insight
AKA Sorority, Inc
Ron Reed
Douglass
Reed
Charles Anderson
Anderson
Bethany
Bobby Hamilton
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Robert T. Hennessey
Philip A. Hofmann
R. Gary Kruger
Edward 8. Sabine
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Jerome ©. Coolity
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Alvin G. Fenner
Wiltom C
Executies
Carl J. Sweeney
Chassified
Wiliam W. Browning Jr
Denad
Kaczorowski
National
Home, Sweet Home
South America
Animal House
Belushi
U.S
Jeannette Mattice
Brewerton
Civic Center
Sunny Stuart
Edward Sabine
Stuart
Bac
Dorothy Fitzgerald
Sarah Anne
Sarah Anne Ratliff
Nana and
Pappa Albino
DeRuyter
R.R. Pensions
Kathy Bunting
Sandro Mayo
Jacqueline Randolph
AKA
Insight '82
Thank You
Bravo
Rodgers
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