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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1996
Page
5
The piece notes strong support in the House for raising the minimum wage to 5.15 while a gas tax repeal remains symbolic. It argues the wage increase would lift families from poverty, highlights bipartisan votes, and urges Senate action for solid policy in line with public opinion.
Arthur Jenkins, founder, states in the Herald first issue dated January 15, 1877 that the paper will ignore party politics and discuss public questions while supporting measures best for the people. The Syracuse Herald-Journal marks its early stance as a commitment to independent journalism.
A Sullivan County candidate for Woodridge mayor is ruled ineligible for using a paper clip to bind four petition pages, sparking outrage at New York election laws. Officials say staples are mandatory to prevent tampering, prompting the editorial to call Albany lawmakers to fix the system and curb incumbents’ advantages.
The feature preserves a cherished road side tradition on Onondaga Lake Parkway. Dedicated Sunday mornings allow pedestrians, strollers, skaters, dog walkers and runners free rein, despite earlier plans to rebuild part of the parkway. The plan change ensures Parkway Sundays continue through July for Central New Yorkers to enjoy.
Edward L Ollie Bulles and readers critique a May 20 Herald Journal edit encouraging a needle exchange by AIDS Community Resources. They object to vans near schools and demand patient listening, while supporters argue NEPs slow HIV spread, reduce discarded needles, and boost safety with police cooperation. They cite international examples and public health goals.
The piece argues Bob and Elizabeth Dole will not return to humble homes in North Carolina or Kansas. It contends their true home is wealthy enclaves in Bal Harbour Florida and New Hampshire with lavish pensions, medical care, and perks from Congress and the Red Cross.
A reader recalls her 10 week old son Michael Nolan who died of SIDS nearly six years ago and calls for inquiry into non-SIDS deaths, more funding for SIDS research, and broader media coverage of SIDS Awareness Month and new research. She questions continuing ties to Dr. Steinschneider and the SIDS Alliance.
Readers are invited to submit letters for publication with succinct legibility. Writers must include address and daytime phone. unsigned or unverifiable authorships are not published. The paper may edit letters for length and provides mailing, fax, and phone contacts for policy queries.
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