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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1982
Page
6
The source notes Ed Koch drew controversy during a New York gubernatorial primary history, with rural critics and a curious claim that he received hate mail from a scarecrow, illustrating political and rural tensions of the era. The anecdote reflects how campaign rhetoric and fringe responses shaped voter perception.
The column notes Ed Koch's attempt to connect with farmers failed and reflects on his past NYC mayoral support. It contrasts mayoral duties with governorship, joking that a mayor has a livelier job and enjoys sweeping personal freedoms, including a private plane compared to a governor’s.
In Our Opinion the dust children, Amerasian offspring of American fathers, arrived in the United States this week and will gain U.S. citizenship soon. While a sizeable number remain in Vietnamese hardship, the Vietnamese view of these children is harsh, and many lack housing, ration cards, and schooling under communist rule.
The piece urges the United States to accept Amerasian children of American servicemen. It condemns government inertia, links persecution to both nations, and notes a House immigration bill easing rules while calling for Senate action to bring these children home.
West Germany's new chancellor Helmut Kohl, a Christian Democrat favored by business and the Reagan administration, vows to press a publicity campaign to shape public opinion on an inherited economic mess. He plans to address unemployment by sending home foreigners and faces a fragile coalition and wary East West dialogue prospects.
A letters column excerpt derides Reagan era environmental stance, arguing indepth knowledge lacking at the White House and predicting future pollution if re elected. It questions federal climate action, cites Adirondack concerns, and critiques civil service retirement myths amid a broader public affairs discussion.
Readers R Sachs and B Orkin of Syracuse criticize tax cuts for hurting retirees and families. They warn civil service retirees losing post 1956 military credit will face reduced Social Security, while across the board cuts fail to offset higher taxes on property utilities and basics. The letter questions the value of tax relief amid rising costs and business struggles.
A reader wryly comments on a sports scoreboard mix up, noting teams’ leagues and locations are misaligned in last night’s Herald Journal. Milwaukee appears in the East, Atlanta in the West, with St. Louis in the East. California is the only team correctly placed.
Voters are urged to support Minn a Buck for Family Court judge citing extensive county service including SU Committee on Human Subjects Meals on Wheels United Way roles and presidency of the Criminal Justice Action Committee. Her career spans Syracuse Research Corp consultancy city counsel and academia.
A reader challenges anti-Semitism accusations and defends Israel, noting that anti-Zionism is not anti-Semitism, citing Jewish prayers and history. The letter defends democratic protest in Israel, compares U.S. and Israeli freedoms, mentions Abba Eban as a key Zionist figure, and urges balanced views after Beirut tragedy.
The Fire Prevention Education Center at the New York State Fair drew over 85,000 visitors this year. The exhibit area was doubled and featured Safety Cinema skits with Matches the fire-safety clown. Open daily through Fire Prevention Week and available year round to groups on request. Paul S. Reeves Deputy Chief Fire Prevention Syracuse Fire Dept.
Syracuse readers report a disliked towing incident after a Grateful Dead concert at the Carrier Dome. A son parked in the MacDonald’s lot off Route 81, was directed to another area by a guard, and returned to find the car towed for a 37.45 fee amid dilapidated two hour parking signs. Neighbors note inconsistent enforcement and abusive attendants, urging the Syracuse Chamber of Commerce to review ethics and image for visitors.
The writer rejects apology for their rabbi and lauds Rabbi Sherman for speaking out against an insensitive act by a prominent figure. The piece laments global silence and commends moral courage in challenging the leaders of peace-loving nations to condemn the act as an abomination.
A fragmented political item notes a strategist or figure described as wary about a candidate or policy. The readable bits imply debate over intent and leadership style, but specifics are unclear in the torn text.
A reader thanks Dr Mario Piskor for his September 26 column praising Dr Bernard Piskor and recalls personal medical experience. The writer mentions severe abdominal pain and a rushed emergency room visit at St Josephs Hospital, noting the doctor’s presence as a key reassurance.
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