05 Oct 1981
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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1981
Page
1
The forecaster from Hancock Airport says variable cloudiness tonight with a low around 40 to 45. Tomorrow looks milder and breezy with scattered showers, high in the 60s. Winds variable at 5 to 15 mph. Rain chances 20 percent tonight and 60 percent tomorrow.
The Baltimore Sun reports a symbolic firing of centuries of religious and philosophical writings deemed sexist. Items from Luther, Aquinas, the Koran, Augustine, Ambrose, Chrysostom, Manu V code, a Chinese author, and the Old Testament were burned in a ceremony near the altar.
President Reagan says the United States has no plan to share ownership of AWACS radar planes with Saudi Arabia to win congressional approval. He accuses opponents of a propaganda campaign and gathers foreign policy figures for a White House luncheon and Rose Garden reception to show broad support. The guest list includes former defense secretaries and security advisers from multiple administrations. The article notes Senate Foreign Relations Committee consideration and ongoing hearings on Capitol Hill.
Secretary of Defense Caspar Weinberger told Congress Reagan's plan to deploy MX missiles in reinforced silos and build a new B 1 bomber is a less risky course than Carter era plans. He said the 100 MX missiles and bomber program strengthen deterrence while research continues on stealth tech. Critics, including Senate leader Byrd, call the package politically motivated and overpriced.
President Reagan told the National Alliance of Business that budget cuts will pinch the needy but private and volunteer efforts can do better than government. He announced a 35 member presidential task force led by William Verity to push private sector leadership and seed money to back private initiatives while streamlining federal rules.
The court begins its term handing down numerous early orders including issues on presidential power and congressional veto, while cases on parole and executive actions await review. Justices face questions over presidential power and historic first for a female on the bench.
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