In Our Opinion: Liability for Gun Violence
The piece argues that a deadly shooting at a Colorado campground, blamed on weapon access and irresponsible owners, implicates gun makers and the NRA in responsibility. It questions advertising claims and calls for accountability for deaths caused by firearms.
Ugly is Only Skin Deep Says A Banking Study On Attractiveness
A recent study concludes less attractive men achieve higher education and perform better academically. The piece notes uglier men face less dating distraction, prompting implications for hiring and promotions and suggesting witty resume defenses. It warns of potential discrimination suits and ends with a cheeky refrain that ugliness may be skin deep.
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Johnson
Gun makers face liability in handgun cases across the courts
The Brady suit sets a central question as about 25 handgun product liability cases move through U.S. courts. The NRA faced a $2 million jury award for negligent storage, later reversed, while other suits target manufacturers for criminal uses and aggressive marketing. A Dallas lawyer predicts higher insurer costs could price handguns out of reach for many civilians, a view some share as progress toward restricting access.
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Foundation For Handgun Education
NRA
Handgun Education
United States
R.G. Industries
Hinckley
Brady
Maryland
R.G. Sells
Dallas
Peso plunge hurts both sides of border
The peso’s drop from 25 to 130 per dollar plunges Mexico into a deep financial crisis harming shoppers in Matamoros and border shoppers in the U S. California and other states seek aid as Mexican inflation climbs toward 100 percent while oil revenue delayed reforms strain the economy.
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Associated Press
Matamoros
United States
California
Edmund G. Brown Jr
Reagan
San Diego
Imperial
U.S
San Antonio
Brownsville
Mexico
Moore Benedict Association Responds to Housing Debate
Members of the Moore Benedict Association challenge references to the Tenants Association and oppose the proposed Bene dict project. They stress the Syracuse Housing Authority under Frederick Murphy should fund and manage safe housing, criticize false hopes, and urge alternate low income housing plans. They point to Moore Avenue’s already extensive low income housing and warn against sprawl, traffic, drainage, and school strain. TOM COLLEEN DAVIES Syracuse.
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Moore-Benedict Association
Tenants
Tenant’s
Syracuse Housing Authority
Frederick Murphy
Murphy
Moore-Benedict
Alexander
Moore Avenue
Farewell, summer at the cottage
The summer cottage is sealed for the year with windows locked and the door shut. The narrator recalls the summer of '82 as they drive back to the city, noting that the seaside retreat will be missed. TOM CARR.
Backing Lytel Elaine Lytel Campaign Support Letter
Mary Cabasino expresses endorsement for Elaine Lytel and pledges support for her Congress campaign. The letter encourages better coverage by Syracuse newspapers and mentions upcoming September 23 and November polling.
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Elaine Lytel
Congress
Syracuse
Dems Running Too in the Republican Pocket
Carolyn W. Dauenhauer asks where Democratic candidates are and whether a Democratic primary on the 23rd is listed, noting only Lee and Wortley appear in print and seeking information on Democratic contenders.
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Lee
Wortley
Carolyn W. Dauenhauer
Syracuse
Wortley Opposes Syracuse Benedit Avenue Housing Plan
Congressmen George Wortley joins residents in challenging city officials over a proposed low income housing project on Benedict Avenue Syracuse. The effort focuses on community impact and the desire to halt a development deemed harmful to the neighborhood.
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Syracuse
Benedict Avenue
Tam
George Wortley
Health care bill debate and public concerns voiced
Ronnie Kelly questions the timing of a comprehensive health care bill for American workers. He asks if powerful insurance companies block Congress from enacting a plan while criticizing foreign aid spending and urging focus on domestic needs.
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Congress
United States
Chanty
Drivers rude To Warren Frank
A reader criticizes city bus drivers for rude behavior and sloppiness toward passengers. The complaint highlights an incident where a driver yelled at an elderly woman and urges better courtesy and professionalism from staff.
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Warren Frank
Cai
Bo Derek in Tarzan the Ape Man earns sharp scorn
Ridgefield AP critic ridicules Bo Derek as Jane in Tarzan the Ape Man calling the film the worst Tarzan ever, mocking dialogue, pacing, and visuals. Miles O Keefe is praised as Tarzan while John Derek’s dual role is noted. the critic derides location choices and stunt work across a two hour jungle spoof.
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Hugh A. Mulligan
Ridgefield
Conn
Tarzana
Calif
Edgar Rice Burroughs
Bo Derek
Johnny Weissmuller
Maureen O'Sullivan
Richard Harris
Jane
King Lear
East Africa
Seychelles
Sri Lanka
Alabama
Groucho Marx
Tuscaloosa
Miles O’keefe
Tarzan
You Jane
Tarzan the
John Derek
Born
Demibuff
Gonila
Fay Wray
King Kong
Empire State Building
Arica
Penny Postcards Once Cost Two Cents in Local Era
A reminiscence recalls the era when a penny postcard could be bought for two cents, capturing a small-town memory of cheaper mail and slower times.
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