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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1978
Page
4
In the first issue of the Herald dated January 15 1877 publisher Arthur Jenkins declares an independent course and willingness to discuss public questions while endorsing men and measures deemed best for the people's interests.
President Carter warned not to expect a quick peace treaty at Camp David with Egyptian President Anwar Sadat and Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin. He said the meeting starting September 5 might only yield a redetermination or renewed commitment to negotiations, with failure risking serious consequences as Sadat cites October as a looming deadline.
In Syracuse the share of minority students rose from 36.5 percent in 1977 to 37.8 percent in 1978 while nine Onondaga County districts reported white enrollments at 99 percent. Sidney L. Johnson urges the state education commissioner to fund county students to enroll in city magnet programs to desegregate and share advanced courses.
Fire department inspectors tenants and the building manager urge stepped up checks of all high rise dwellings and offices built in recent years to deter maintenance lapses and unauthorized work. The call emphasizes shared responsibility for safety during holidays and long weekends while noting United Nations mediation context and Camp David negotiations as broader examples of careful diplomacy.
Jimmy Carter's popularity sinks as pollsters note voters need basic identification of the former president before answering. The article suggests widespread unfamiliarity with his identity amid political doubt.
The Associated Press report notes eight Latin American states sign the Amazon Cooperation Treaty to develop the 2.8 million square mile basin. It outlines multilateral cooperation on communications travel environmental protection and archaeological sites while leaving specific development plans for later. Brazil leads signatories with 89 percent of the basin on its soil.
In a humorous column from Ridgefield, Mulligan jokes about revealing Mulligan's Stew recipe amid reader requests. He likens the dish to a stew of words, detailing a playful method of mincing phrases and simmering ideas while riffing on editors, presses, and literary spice.
A columnist recounts Gloria Duffy's complaint about male catcalls as she runs, noting the persistent sexist comments, lewd gestures, and interruptions to her thoughts. The piece humorously questions both sides, suggesting runners and voyeurs share responsibility for sidewalk encounters.
In Albany, a high turnout of candidates across 81 of 210 districts signals broad party alignment as Republicans target gains in the Assembly and Democrats seek modest Senate leverage. Key races include Speaker Steingut’s primary challenge and several crowded Nassau Queens and urban districts, with incumbency and factional fights shaping the map.
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