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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1981
Page
8
The piece urges readers to vote tomorrow and references Sunday's editorial page for guidance. It emphasizes that not voting is effectively a negative vote against the chosen candidate and reinforces the civic imperative to participate in the election.
The postal rate climbs from eighteen to twenty cents marking the second hike in under a year. Postmaster General William F Bolger says the two cent rise per ounce could total a billion dollars in the coming year, with the Postal Service aiming to break even after a $600 million loss in the year ending September 30.
The Federal Labor Relations Authority decertified the Professional Air Traffic Controllers Organization for calling an illegal strike. Secretary Drew Lewis urges repeal of Title VII of the Civil Service Reform Act of 1978 to end monopoly bargaining and agency fees for federal workers. Rep. Tom Corcoran plans a bill to erase the provision, aiming to free employees from compulsory union dues.
Bolger notes third class mail would rise to 2.81 cents an ounce while first class remains 20 cents, arguing that first class subsidizes third and non profit mail. He cites 1980 volume and revenue figures, warns inflation could force further hikes, and urges each category to bear more of its costs. He calls for relief for the payer burden and targeted rate reform.
Grace Kelly, once from Philadelphia, protests a planned two hour screen portrayal of her life, calling it an unauthorized invasion of privacy. The piece argues TV biopics often feel like soap operas that intrude on living figures. Jackie Kennedy portrayal is cited as a cautionary comparison.
Opinion piece recalls Nixon era fear of cutting arms deals with the shah and allies in Saudi Arabia. It notes $8.5 billion in U S arms sales including AWACS and Saudi price hikes raise per barrel oil costs. Authors imply consumers fund contractors through higher fuel and goods prices.
A satirical, unnamed author mocks President Reagan for arriving about 18 minutes late to the Cancun summit. The piece jokes that his address was typed by Rosemary Woods and lampoons OSHA, PATCO, and Dickensian figures to play on political humor of the era.
A Clay couple write about a 43.24 New York Telephone Co bill noting costs for service and equipment 16.39 long distance 24.70 and taxes 2.45. They detail distances from Liverpool and Syracuse and describe frequent long calls for family doctors and relatives in Florida and Missouri. They seek guidance on lowering charges.
A Democratic reader urges voters in the Second District to consider challenging incumbents and vote for Bernie Kraft on November 3. The message stresses aggressive action on local issues, accountability, and prioritizing residents, naming Roy Bernardi among others as people-oriented candidates.
Adenza type complaint laments nearly $3,000 allocated by North Syracuse school officials for teen smoking support and badges. The writer criticizes spending on tobacco related items while accusing leaders of waste, calling for protection from archaic ideas and highlighting local budget rebellion.
A distressed reader accuses Congress of giving themselves $10,000 raises during WWII Pearl Harbor era comparisons, criticizing self-serving tax avoidance and late votes while military and hostage efforts suffer. The letter contrasts President Reagan’s stance on reducing government with lawmakers’ alleged greed and detachment from ordinary families.
Longtime volunteers from PTOs, watch groups, and churches share memories of public service across the city over the past 100 years. They discuss early efforts, community projects, and evolving roles in local civic life.
A longtime resident of the South District urges voting for Hiram Sapp for the Syracuse Fifth District Common Council. He is described as an outstanding, community minded candidate who would carry residents concerns, aiming to maintain beauty, dignity, safety and neighborhood tranquility.
Editorial argues federal nuclear emergency planning is misdirected and excessive given low offsite risk. Calls for reviewing program scope and funding, suggesting upgrade of general emergency management instead of plant specific plans. Warns of high costs to consumers and notes riots and sabotage as greater population risks.
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