05 May 1987
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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1987
Page
1
Onondaga County Legislator Rudolph V. Parr was fired after a contentious debate and a 15 to 9 vote. He had secretly tape recorded lawmakers suspected of criminal wrongdoing. Parr sought damages up to 71 million dollars in a federal suit filed Thursday.
A historical snippet presents Napoleon Bonaparte's view that a journalist who simply seeks to inform, advise, and tutor nations can be more threatening to rulers than thousands of bayonets, framing the press as a potent political force.
Weather bulletin notes tonight will be partly cloudy with a low around 40. Light easterly winds. Wednesday trends cloudy with some sunshine and a high near 60 to 65. Details A2.
Joint House and Senate hearings begin into the Iran Contras affair with arms sales to Iran and diverted funds. Senator David Boren warns that abuses threaten constitutional process and could lead to jail, ruined reputations, and a damaged presidency. The White House fears a disgraced presidency as Reagan era foreign policy is questioned.
Albany The five year 7.4 billion Rebuild New York program to fix roads and bridges shows progress but deficits in bridges rose to 2622 from 1684 and overall road conditions lag, as audit flags early warning signs. State officials dispute findings amid collapse aftermath and budget plans for higher taxes to fund more work.
At a luncheon with the Associated Press and AP publishers, Nancy Reagan argues that a first lady should speak up for the president and guide staff if needed. She says her husband’s health, not interference, defines her role and that she will continue to advocate for policy targets during his recovery.
The Miami Herald reported a woman said she and Hart traveled to the Bahamas with him in March, then slept on separate boats. Hart denied overnight stays and attacked coverage, claiming he has been victimized and urging clarity as investigations continue.
The Postal Service moves toward raising first class stamp prices to possibly 25 cents, with the Postal Board of Governors set to vote. A price change would take effect next year after lengthy procedures, while the agency faces millions in added costs from a federal retirement system shift. Deputy Postmaster General Michael S. Coughlin notes a 1986 surplus of 304.6 million, rebounding from a 251 million loss in 1983.
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