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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1983
Page
8
The piece argues Reagan should oppose protectionist bills such as local content rules, warning that Hawley Smoot era limits backfired and that mutual trade interdependence benefits both U S and foreign industries. It stresses that a new round of tariffs would harm all sectors and that cautious, cooperative policy serves national interests.
The Onondaga Medical Society backs immediate health care protection for unemployed Americans relying on unemployment benefits and Medicaid. Telegraphed plans include linking employer tax deductions to six month continuation, or funding a limited federal program via a payroll tax with tighter medical usage limits.
The Supreme Court upholds a law allowing one state to dump trash and nuclear waste on another. The piece jokes about separating plutonium from eggshells and coffee grounds and even hints at a duel between governors. It mentions Washington, D.C. as a region for the dumps and notes states must accept waste but need not greet trains with brass bands.
Letters criticize Rescue Mission for funding a new mansion for women with alcohol problems while neglecting other needy causes. The writer questions priorities and mentions solar heating boosts and tax breaks as part of broader complaints about social programs and media.
A reader laments WIXT removing Richard Simmons from the air and criticizes the decision as poor ratings driven. They argue that daytime homemakers, who looked forward to the exercise program, were ignored in favor of other programming.
A Manlius resident on Social Security with no pension describes living in subsidized housing, avoiding NiCo, and keeping bills under twenty dollars monthly. The letter notes Medicare coverage, no phone ownership, and annual expenses typically lower than quarterly Blue Cross costs.
A widow with two teenagers criticizes mayor Alexander for alleged nepotism arguing her son was denied a CETA summer job due to income limits while the mayor’s daughter works for Parks and Recreation. She claims two sets of rules and requests justice.
A reader condemns the paper for framing a violent 19 year old King’s assault on Jagiello as a macho confrontation. The letter argues the victim was permanently harmed and questions the jury and editorial stance while urging harsher imprisonment to prevent further harm.
Paul Welch of Catholic Charities in Syracuse contends the May 7 editorial understates Onondaga County’s 1982 federal cuts. He cites Coalition on Government Cutbacks data showing 11 million dollars slashed across 14 social service programs and estimates total losses nearer 850 million if all areas are examined.
Harold Addington argues sanctuary policies prompt civil disobedience with societal costs. He notes penalties fall not only on smuggler but on all of society as illegal entrants are absorbed, sparking broader concern from readers such as M. C. Chester of Syracuse.
Reader describes a brutal attack on a small white dog in James Way Fulton parking lot at 1 30 pm. She alleges the dog was knocked out with repeated kicks and stomped, then left as she waited for help and later had to be euthanized. She criticizes a police response and calls for witnesses to come forward.
A reader accuses the newspaper of shameful propaganda and recalls a February article about a weapons raid at a Bike Swap Meet, alleging distortion and bias in coverage. The message questions editorial motives and quality.
Marcus Gottschalk voices anger over a recent Do Not Enter sign at Lincoln Park, asserting the sign disfigures the landscape and harms the park spirit more than graffiti. He condemns the decision as a harmful civic act.
A cricketing proverb-like line claims the average man eyes temptation sparingly each week. The quip suggests restraint and self discipline in daily choices or moral temptations.
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