Bishop's sermon at Casey funeral sparks political clash
At William Casey's funeral, Bishop John McGann used his sermon to weigh in on U.S. foreign policy in Central America, praising Casey's sincerity while urging moral questions about American actions. Rep. George Wortley called the remarks appalling, saying the service should honor Casey without political critique.
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George Wortley
Fayetteville
Wortley
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France weighs Barbie trial amid ghosts of war
The Barbie trial opens in Paris amid fear and memory. Observers debate revenge and justice as France confronts its divided past, deportations of 65 000 Jews, and the era of Nazi occupation and collaboration, with Barbie called one of history’s most prolific murderers.
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Klaus Barbie
Paris
Lyon
Barbie
Barbie’s shadow lingers as war crimes memory endures
The article laments Klaus Barbie’s surviving influence and the entangled west’s wartime actions, noting American assistance aided his escape and spurred a broader reflection on moral ambiguity. It recalls torture by Barbie and argues public reminiscence helps deter future war criminals while keeping painful memories alive.
Public mind guided by press, or citizens’ choice
In a letter from Liverpool, Michael Berryhill argues the press shapes the public mind through sustained lead stories and sensational coverage. He contends audiences tolerate media bias and questions whether public discourse would improve by focusing on founding principles of the First Amendment rather than tabloid-style politics.
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South Africa
National Enquirer
Jim Bakker
Gary Hart
Mr. Hart
Hart
Miami
Michael Berryhill
Liverpool
Primary reform call in Onondaga GOP clash over Hayes
ED ROBINSON argues that Justice Leo F Hayes will only run if drafted by a county committee and questions party democracy. He warns a primary would empower voters and contrasts with past GOP tactics and alleged dirty tricks in national races.
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Don Cazenire
Supreme Court
Leo F. Hayes
GOP
Onondaga County
Hayes
ED Robinson
Liverpool
Readers’ Letters Welcomed By Herald Journals
The Herald Journal and Herald American invite readers to submit letters on public issues. Letters should be brief and legible with the point succinctly stated. Anonymous letters may be published if editors deem it necessary to withhold identity to protect sources.
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Charity funding debate spurs calls for financial reporting
A letter from Theodore T. Johnson argues that charitable groups should disclose financial statements to allow donors to judge efficiency. He criticizes vague solicitations and notes many agencies only promise reports via Albany. The piece reflects concerns about fundraising costs and transparency.
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Robert L. Stockdale
The
American Cancer Society
Mr. Stockdale
Albany
United Cancer Council
Theodore T. Johnson
Manlius
No arbitration in Syracuse clash over city surplus
Olwen Roberts of Syracuse argues that with a $22 million surplus the police and fire departments should not seek arbitration for a contract. She notes people in trouble call the police or fire department, not city hall, and questions the mayor's role.
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City
Olwen Roberts
Syracuse
Miracle makers thanked for SUNY Health Science Center telethon
Karen A. Hughes thanks Health Science Center employees of Central New York for their tremendous efforts in making the campus bake sale a huge success. She calls them miracle makers as Telethon Coordinator for the Children’s Miracle Network Telethon in Syracuse.
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Suny Health Science Center
Health Science Center
Karen A. Hughes
Children’s Miracle Network
Syracuse
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