Genesis of subhuman life sparks ethical gene debate
An Italian anthropologist warns scientists may create a new hybrid species with a chimpanzee mother and human father. He cites undisclosed experiments halted at the embryo stage. Critics doubt births but agree tech could enable ape-man ideas, raising profound rights and safety questions for humanity’s future.
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Brunetto Chiarelli
Florence University
Chiarelli
Paris
Alberto Piazza
Institute of Genetics
Turin University
Teacher accused of sex abuse sparks policy debate
The Syracuse Teachers Association argues a school district policy should inform accused teachers of sexual abuse early in investigations. Critics say withholding charges risks undermining due process while ensuring law enforcement is alerted. The debate centers on balancing victim protection with fair treatment of the accused.
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Syracuse Teachers Association
Catholic Clergy Face Public Backlash Over Central America Policy
The letter argues church leaders must challenge U S policy in Nicaragua El Salvador and Guatemala, asserting that justice work is central to the Gospel. It condemns silence by Bishop McGann and cites past remarks about U S aid and violence, urging action and accountability within the church and state officials.
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William Casey
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Jesus Christ
Fred Daley
Syracuse
Rudolph Boleslav
Eastern
Europe
Central America
Defense Department
Peter Wirth
Nicaragua. Because of His Ideological Blinders Mr. Boleslav
Boleslav
PSC constitutional amendment proposed for selection method
State Senator Tarky Lombardi Jr and Assemblyman Hyman Miller have proposed a constitutional amendment to change how Public Service Commission members are chosen. The plan would shift selection from the current method to a new process outlined by the sponsors.
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Public Service Commission
Lucille Sack
Syracuse
Tarky Lombardi Jr
Hyman Miller
Syracuse Chiefs Visit Kids Ward Brighten Sick Child Fans
On May 8 the Syracuse Chiefs visited a pediatrics ward at Crouse Irving Memorial Hospital to meet a young fan. Don Gordon and his wife spent time with the boy, whose Chiefs devotion lifts spirits. The Chiefs start their 16th season at Upstate Medical Center, with Tim Fox of Channel 9-TV involved for four years.
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Crouse Irving Memorial Hospital
Don Gordon
Chiefs
Upstate Medical Center
Tim Fox
Channel 9-Tv
Warold Berman
Syracuse
Neighbor Wishes for Syracuse Future in Warm Greeting
A note from Julia A. Pinkasewicz of Syracuse sends warm greetings and well wishes for neighbors in Syracuse, hoping they settle in cozy homes and see a rosy future.
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Syracuse
Julia A. Pinkasewicz
Cagney and Lacey finale prompts call for help guidance
Viewers praised the finale's dramatic handling of Cagney’s illness and urged the Onondaga County Alcoholism/Addiction office to list AA and AL ANON numbers on screen. The letter argues the program could better direct audiences to real support services and hopes the message reaches youth at school assemblies. Dorothy Atkins notes the episode ended with Cagney attending an AA meeting and backs an Emmy for Sharon Gless.
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Aloolan
Onondaga Come
Al-Anon
OCOA
Sharon Gless
Dorothy Atkins
Syracuse
Supported work program aids 18 individuals in need
In a response to an April 28 editorial, United Cerebral Palsy notes its February 1986 launch of the Community Employment Services supported work program serving 18 individuals once labeled unemployable. The letter defends inclusion, natural environments, and against segregated day programs while criticizing funding limits and calling for expanded vocational services.
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United Cerebral Palsy
Urban League Night honors Dreamgirls production in Syracuse
April 2 marked Urban League Night for the Broadway show Dreamgirls in Syracuse. The Syracuse metropolitan community's generous support reflected the Warm backing the Urban League of Onondaga County receives, with thanks from Mary Cooper, Chairperson of the board.
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Syracuse
Urban League of Onondaga County, Inc
Mary ©. Cooper
Urban League of
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