No-Bid Mall Offer Starves Library Plan
In Our Opinion the county Library Board bid for the Syracuse Mall is irregular and non bid. It relies on a $2 million offer to the Urban Development Corp with legislative backing and ignores a better site at the former US Post Office on Clinton Square.
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County Library Board of Trustees
Syracuse Mall
Urban Development Corp
UDC
Library Board
US Post Office
Clinton Square
P.O
Syracuse
Veterans’ wreaths honor fallen at Arlington amid calls for justice
Red white and blue capped veterans from several groups marched to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Memorial Day. Vietnam veterans organized to seek recognition and possible compensation for Agent Orange, depositing a wreath at Arlington Cemetery gates amid questions of discrimination.
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Agent Orange
Arlington Cemetery
Safer traffic plan lacks imagination on Salina Street
The city weighs a narrower Salina Street to Clinton Square to reduce confusion at Genesee and James. Bus stops and right turns cause clashes as curbing would extend 10 feet, risking more congestion. Proposals include a right turn only lane with raised dividers or moving stops, but a truly better idea is needed.
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Salina
James-Genesee Streets
Clinton Square
Genesee To
Salina Center
Genesee-James-Salina
Salina Street
Clinton Street
Herald Place
Small men and tall figures in memory and perspective
In memoirs economist John Kenneth Galbreath recalls a chat with Charles de Gaulle who stood above the crowd. De Gaulle said the small men must be treated without mercy, a remark that prompts reflection on how height shapes view and judgment.
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John Kenneth Galbreath
Charles de Gaulle
de Gaulle
Lefever as human rights watchdog nominee sparks controversy
The piece notes Ernest Lefever as nominee for human rights watchdog amid links to infant formula manufacturers and global scrutiny. It contrasts with Earl Butts as potential chair of a separate tax body, while mentioning Reagan era social security cuts and Budget Director David Stockman mugging by two seniors using walkers.
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Ernest Lefever
Earl Butts
Internal Revenue Commission
David Stockman
Letters From Readers On West Beauty And Local Issues
A Phoenix reader defends enjoying the West’s scenery over oil city priorities and questions harsh judgments. Syracuse readers complain of violence, advocacy for policy change, and sympathy to a mother of a violated child. A DEC governance critique urges separation of Fish and Wildlife, urging action to limit a commissioner’s tenure.
Letter condemns contraceptives as immoral at Bridgeport
Theresa McShane writes that contraception is wrong, calling women who use them selfish and urging adherence to procreation as taught by religious leaders. She declares contraceptives belong in the trash can, a stance echoed in Bridgeport.
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Theresa McShane
Not Guilty Verdict Provokes Anita Mora Jones Remarks
Anita Jones sister of Raul Mora reacts to a not guilty verdict questioning what children should think about justice. She asserts the right to free speech and praises constitutional rights and the Bill of Rights while reporters seek comment on the jury process and trials.
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Raul Mora
Anita Jones
Hatchery closed amid criticism of DEC official Flacke
A critical letter complains about the $11 million Salmon River hatchery shutdown. It accuses DEC Commissioner Robert Flacke of deception and poor publicity while noting political pressure from Gov. Carey and election-year dynamics. Assemblyman Bragman is mentioned amid public dissent.
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Salmon
State Department of Environmental Conservation
Cicero
Dec
Robert Flacke
Flacke
Hugh Carey
Michael Bragman
Community Voices Against Title IV-A Office Move
A concerned Syracuse parent urges fellow Native American families to oppose moving the Title IV-A office from 410 E Willow St to the North American Indian Club corner of Wyoming and Fabius, citing a proposed $31,000 annual cost including indirect and rental fees. The letter condemns perceived yellow journalism by local media and police officials over a separate rape allegation involving a 7 year old on a school bus.
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Syracuse City
PSC
E. Willow SL
North American Indian Club
NAIC
Wyoming and
Fabius Streets
Herald-Journal
Thomas J. Sardino
Syracuse Police Department
Post- Standard
Public
Syracuse Herald-Journal
H-J
Syracuse Police Rapidly Respond to North Side Woman’s Injury
A North Side complaint prompted a fast Syracuse police response early Monday morning. The writer credits lawmen for their swift action and thanks them for protection and aid.
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Syracuse
North Side
Mel Nemerov
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