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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1981
Page
2
The piece notes Britain’s riot aftermath mirrors America’s 1960s era introspection. It cites Hoyt Gimlin and sources discussing youth problems, media reflex, and a forthcoming Lord Scarman report on police, unemployment, and urban unrest without sensational detail.
Britain faces high unemployment with about three million out of work. Youths and teens account for a large share, sparking concerns over social behavior and the future economy. Experts warn that persistent joblessness could strain civil order and national cohesion.
Archaeologists tie a 15 fold population rise in the Orinoco Basin between 800 B.C. and 400 A.D. to a transition from manioc to corn based diets. Carbon 13 levels in skeletons from Coro zal, Venezuela indicate a shift to four carbon crops like corn and sorghum, with higher heavy carbon in later 400 A.D. remains.
The piece notes cities and states facing revenue shortfalls due to October budget cuts turning to foreign investors. A five day Zurich conference drew over 100 governments to lure European money, with New York housing 42 percent of its 3,000 plus foreign companies since 1975, employing 140,000 directly and 25,000 indirectly amid a large diplomatic presence. It discusses Canadian bids, Seagram Conoco tensions, and the view that foreign capital can aid growth despite national concerns.
Readers object to a news article about the hit-and-run death of Joseph Du Prey on Friday night November 13. They allege the report labeled him a street person and described an arrest record in a judgmental way, blurring victimhood with bias, and signed by UNITY KITCHEN and PARENT Solvay.
Terry R. Pickard thanks editorial supporters of his campaign and citizens of Manlius for re election to the County Legislature 10th District Fayetteville.
John A DeFrancisco thanks campaign manager John Lee and Michael Sommers for their help in his bid for Syracuse councilor at large. He credits The Herald Journal endorsement and pledges to serve four years, praising supporters and voters for the opportunity.
John R. Hurley Jr notes Joe Morris’s record pursuit at Syracuse University as fans recall legends Larry Csonka Floyd Little Kim Brown and Ernie Davis while predicting bowl game return and top 20 ranking.
Manuel M. Martinez declares gratitude to Geddes residents for re electing him as supervisor and pledges to conscientiously represent the town. He notes Geddes is a fine place to live and invites residents to share opinions, suggestions, and criticisms.
A reader voices concern over refereeing in a high school football game, claiming the officials decided the outcome. The author notes their team won through hard work by the players and questions the fairness of the officiating at Westhill.
The author reflects on a stolen 1979 four wheel drive truck tied to a Chicago crime syndicate and a missing Hairline Creations hairpiece. He jokes about chop shops and a plan to spot suspects by a distinctive pointed head of gray hair. The piece blends personal loss with social satire.
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