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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1959
Page
18
In its first issue The Herald set an independent course and promised to discuss public questions and back measures best for the people. Arthur Jenkins, founder, is cited with the motto in the 1877 origin statement published in the Syracuse Herald Journal.
Over six months the Fayetteville-Manlius district twice rejected bond issues aimed at building a new school to ease overcrowding. The April proposal of 3.497 million failed by 935 votes, and a $2.588 million plan last week lost by 317 votes, prompting speculation on a cheaper, winning approach.
Governor Rockefeller orders a five per cent across the board reduction aimed at trimming about one hundred million dollars for the next year. Agencies say cuts are impossible due to numerous duties and many departments risking crippling. Hearings on department requests to the Bureau of the Budget could reveal what can be spared once the budget is released to the Legislature.
The United States objects to Britain reported arms sales to Cuba and warns against shipments to the region. Britain says talks are premature and no decision made. Fidel Castro argues for defense, but his history as a Caribbean agitator casts doubt on his claims.
A tribute to General George Catlett Marshall highlighting his career from lieutenant to Nobel laureate. The piece praises his leadership in World War II, postwar diplomacy, the Marshall Plan, and his service as secretary of defense and Red Cross president.
The Dairymen's League wrapped its 40th Syracuse convention urging a million dollar annual milk advertising campaign. It urged New York and northeast cooperatives to fund a 100,000 dollar pledge plus a one cent per hundredweight levy, with the producer ultimately bearing costs. The piece questions support from state and federal agriculture departments and the market administrator.
A reader endorses stricter licensing for truck operators and adds that mandatory physical exams should accompany driving regulations. The letter asks about the New Jersey crash driver’s health, history of blackouts, last eye exam, and why the driver claimed not to see the bus.
A recent edition reports strong objections to a new 10 day deer season for does and fawns in the Adirondacks by the Conservation Department. The writer argues the plan will prevent mass starving and urges true conservation despite protests and petitions.
Jim Bishop recalls a string of absurd misfortunes and oddball encounters including a 22 foot boa constrictor, a late night chase with Patrolman OConnor, and a run in with a horse drawn hearse, all ending with Nugent’s sharp orders and a somber cemetery walk. The piece blends humor and gritty city life as it sketches a day from hell.
In Texas Harry Truman delivers remarks amid chatter Lloyds of London would insure him. The speech appears amid broader Cold War rhetoric and political theater while speculation swirls about security guarantees and funding.
Warren Douglas of Syracuse jokes that a rhinoceros won an election in South America. He questions how a zoo animal could be a legitimate independent candidate and notes politics as a jungle of sorts with donkeys and elephants.
MARQUIS CHILDS analyzes the Democrats' bind as Eisenhower invites Premier Khrushchev and opens talks to end the cold war. Democrats face choosing between a "Me too" peace approach or a strong line against communism, risking opposition to peace and voter backlash. Acheson remains a powerful, controversial figure guiding foreign policy, while Kennan urges new ideas and rethinking Germany policy amid internal party tensions.
The piece argues that public discussion on Eisenhower Khrushchev era diplomacy is minimal with Republicans and Democrats alike avoiding open controversy. It notes limited information, fear of rocking the boat, and the nuclear age constraining opposition, predicting real debate only after a new administration and Congress take office in January 1961.
A poem warns against deceit and double talk used to mislead friends. It argues such habits persist until discovery and judgment follows. The verse calls for honesty and accountability, urging readers to abandon shady methods.
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