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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1981
Page
1
Central New York observes a delayed spring with light clouds and dry, mild conditions early this week. A Carolina storm crossed overnight bringing cloud cover. no significant precipitation is expected with 20 percent chances tonight and tomorrow.
Avowed racist Joseph Paul Franklin was sentenced to two consecutive life terms for federal civil rights violations in the sniper deaths of two Black joggers. His sentencing was interrupted when he rushed the bench and had to be restrained by 10 marshals.
Steven Krotz age 19 of Ellicottville was found dead in his cell at Cattaraugus County Jail, hanging with bed sheets. He had been held since February 17 on a third degree burglary charge and was sought by the U.S. Navy.
A lighthearted quip notes that seasoned illusionists endure beyond their prime, amusingly suggesting they simply misplace their signature trick with a missing hare.
In Warsaw Solidarity leader Lech Walesa secured a no strike pledge after threatening to resign as Deputy Prime Minister Mieczsaw Rakowski warned the union it risked Soviet intervention. Solidarity chapters nationwide agreed not to strike pending a life or death emergency meeting. Tass accused Solidarity of political activity while Radio Moscow noted potential dual power in Poland.
Washington AP negotiations between soft coal industry representatives and the United Mine Workers reach a tentative three year contract early today. Union President Sam Church says a settlement exists with a 36 percent wage and benefit rise over three years though the industry dropped talks on Sunday mine openings and pension changes. The 39 member bargaining council will study the proposal and await rank and file ratification, expected within about 10 days, before any strike is possible. The current pact expires at 12:01 a.m. Friday.
Amtrak President Alan Boyd tells Senate panel that the administration’s proposed $613 million subsidy would end most passenger service outside the Northeast Corridor. He says Amtrak cut its request from $970 million to $853 million and warns the plan would trigger massive layoffs and rail service losses nationwide.
The Supreme Court ruled 5 to 4 that state statutory rape laws, including California's making intercourse with a consenting female under 18 a crime for men or boys, do not violate equal protection. Justice Blackmun joined the majority, while Rehnquist led a dissenting faction. A separate opinion supported the law as a legitimate measure to curb teen pregnancies. The decision affects a Sonoma County case involving Michael M., 17, and Sharon, 16, who had intercourse on a park bench. The court also allowed parental notification requirements in abortion cases.
Japanese Foreign Minister Masayoshi Ito opens high level talks with U S officials as the Reagan administration weighs limiting Japanese car imports. Ito supports voluntary restraints while urging free trade, noting U S auto losses and planning meetings with Haig Brock and Reagan.
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