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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1983
Page
12
The National Transportation Safety Board urges mandatory federal training and licensing standards for drivers of large trucks. It cites a California school bus crash causing ten deaths and notes many drivers lack required qualifications. A uniform exam could ensure competence in normal and adverse conditions.
A Nassau state senator proposes red letter license plates for a second DWI offense arguing visibility aids law enforcement. Separately, Moynihan Biaggi bills seek federal bans on armor piercing bullets amid NRA opposition, amid states already acting.
Senator William T. Smith opposes a plan for red letter license plates for drunk driving offenders. He argues the proposal could enable evading arrest by challenging probable cause and notes it goals clash with core jurisprudence. New York already enforces tough drunk driving laws, with fewer fatalities last year.
Dennis T. McGrath of Liverpool denounces downtown Syracuse curb ramps as cruel hoaxes, noting starting rises instead of flush levels that deter wheelchairs. He challenges Mayor Alexander to try them in a chair, questioning city care for the handicapped.
The recall notes Floyd Collins trapped when a cave roof injured his leg in Kentucky, with rescue efforts failing for days and his death. It cites a national hit song about his death and reflects on safety and Dome management for spectators.
Readers criticize U S policy in Central America and the Beirut embassy attack. They urge immediate U S withdrawal and question leadership, arguing previous actions fueled aggression and calling for stronger measures to prevent future bombings.
George Georgiade asserts his allegations would endure external testing if evaluated by a party outside the local political jurisdiction, implying the need for independent validation beyond regional authorities.
A reader voices sadness over WAER Syracuse University radio station shutdown and proposed format changes led by David Anderson. The letter warns the station, famed for innovative music and reggae, may lose student run control and distinct programming. The writer suggests students form their own station to maintain control and unique content.
A Syracuse Dome event drew 12 000 plus for football and lacrosse, but fans report poor ticketing and crowd control. They recall long lines, open Emergency Doors, and inadequate parking and entrances. Readers urge better staffing and planning for future Dome events.
MSGR. CHARLES FCKERMANN of Syracuse outlines four years as education commissioner including chairing the Affirmative Action Committee, serving as board vice president and president, and highlights achievements such as settling teachers contracts, closing Danforth School, renovating Eastwood Junior High and Huntington School, raising graduation units, addressing truancy, and updating curricula. He notes appointment to the Chapter 2 Committee by Gov. Carey and continued by Gov. Cuomo, and thanks various supporters.
A local note extends gratitude to all who contributed to refurbishing the statues at the old train station. It recognizes personal involvement funds and general support shaping the project.
A voiced critique argues America is divided by corrupt leaders and rising taxes. It decries high government pay increases, escalating rent and heating costs, and a weakening economy that fuels unemployment foreclosures and welfare while external threats grow. It calls for a strong economy as the best defense.
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