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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1982
Page
5
In Our Opinion notes International Newspaper Carrier Day a day to honor the carriers who deliver papers and keep the public connected. It lauds carriers as vital links in the free enterprise system who buy papers and resell to customers.
Today we pay tribute to our link to readers and salute our paper carriers for their daily work in advertising news and production. Their service brings good and bad news into households and we ask readers to join in honoring them on this special day.
The American Bankers Association plans its Atlanta convention as 1982 marks a year of 32 bank failures and rising FDIC problem banks. Editorial notes cite Drysdale default on a $160 million loan and big losses absorbed by Chase Manhattan and Manufacturers Hanover. Penn Square Bank collapse is also noted.
The writer condemns the assault on Bill Wilkinson, a Klan leader, and defends free speech while urging law enforcement to prosecute the three attackers. The note links the incident to broader political tensions and cites banking industry deregulation and moves toward national financial integration shifting blame to mismanagement and policy changes.
The Associated Press reports Taiwan accelerates toward high technology, spotlighting Hsinchu Science-Based Industrial Park as the hub for infant semiconductor firms and small computer companies. By year end the project aims to exceed $100 million in investment, host about 150 firms, and generate roughly 30,000 yuan in venture funding.
Former coach laments court ruling awarding 5 million to an injured ex student. He cites teaching credibility damage and calls for reform of school and staff accountability while praising Mike Janiak and his racquetball safety focus. He questions taxpayer funding.
Vernon H Ross of Hamilton recalls soprano Michelle Comment a former member of Colgate University choir with admiration and notes ongoing progress in her career.
A Syracuse letter argues that Christ’s wedding wine was pure grape juice not intoxicating, claiming unfermented wine is wholesome and that intoxicants dull reason morality and spiritual judgment, concluding Heaven would not welcome habitual drinkers.
Judy McClure writes to Gary Allen Van Riper praising his October letter by D. Fikes, saying she was shocked by the Bible remarks and that his article expressed her feelings exactly, thanking him for writing in.
A reader letter argues against blaming the Tylenol manufacturer for a tragedy. The writer says it is unjust to hold the maker responsible for actions of a deranged individual and compares it to not suing car manufacturers for accidents. The letter reflects public frustration in a sick society.
A terse political appeal notes Lew Lehrman has spent nearly 8 million dollars to gain media exposure his opponent already enjoys over eight years. It implies incumbents have built in public relations budgets, while Gov Carey and Mayor Koch rarely answer for lieutenant governors.
A reader urges a pro life stance as election day nears, arguing life must be protected in all human conditions. They call for a moral shift in individuals away from abortion and nuclear weapons, hoping hearts change before policy changes.
The 22 year old prince heeded Queen Elizabeth II’s demand to end his Caribbean vacation with actress Koo Stark. British media framed the incident as a clash between royal duty and personal life, noting public envy and the queen’s disapproval as Andrew returned to London wan from the clash of war memories and family authority.
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