In Our Opinion Insanity Defense Reforms Stir Debate
The piece criticizes President Reagan and advisers for two controversial anti-crime measures tied to proposals limiting the insanity defense. It argues Congress resists weakening trial rights over illegally obtained evidence and restricting appeal rights, noting these changes complicate the anti-crime package.
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Reagan
Congress
Not in our interest Bombard Buick faces six figure tax tale
The Pat Bombard Buick Inc case shows New York State delaying tax collection after the company allegedly failed to pass along nearly $600,000 in sales tax receipts. A state spokesman says no tax warrants exist and back taxes can reach six figures without warrants, raising questions about privacy protections and timely action.
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Pat Bombard
New York
Bombard
Department of Taxation and Finance
Lawmakers urged to limit insanity defense after Hinckley case
The piece argues Congress should define and curb the insanity defense following John W. Hinckley Jr.’s Reagan assassination attempt. It cites public outcry, perceived loophole dangers, and lobbying efforts, noting Hinckley’s letter to Newsweek and the effect on Brady’s injuries as context for reform.
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John W. Hinckley Jr
Reagan
Congress
Hinckley
Newsweek Magazine
Jim Brady
Party in the Plaza returns to Federal Building plaza
One of the last outdoor parties of the summer runs tomorrow from 4 30 to 7 p m at the Federal Building on South Clinton Street. Sponsored by the Updowntowners and F X Matt's Brewing Co proceeds go to the Easter Seal Society. Last chance this season. a good time for a good cause.
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South Clinton Street
Plaza
Updowntowners
F.X. Matt’s Brewing Co
Contender for New York Comptroller Sparks Mail Debate
Readers receive daily mailings from Harrison Goldin of New York City while Ned Reagan seeks statewide comptroller office. The pieces address day care, tuberculosis, dairy surpluses, and local issues, raising questions about taxpayer funded campaigns and local versus state duties.
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Ned Reagan
Albany
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New York City
Harrison Goldin
New York
Goldin
New York State
Lake Placid bets on Olympic reuse as training center
Lake Placid prepares for renewed winter activity as the USOC designates the town as an official training site for future games. Officials say next winter will bring athletes, fans, and money to hotels, lodges, and shops, reviving the economy after past Olympic glories and post games bills.
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Lake Flacid
Adirondack
Littie
U.S. Olympic Committee
Shifty's Jreck Sub Team Honors 1982 Syracuse Fans
A sports note from Brockport fans expresses gratitude to supporters of Shift y's Jreck Sub women’s softball team, 1982 National Champions, praising their role in the season and acknowledging strong attendance and spirit.
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Case
Brockport
Shifty
Jreck
Syracuse
Rainbow Reflections and Middle East Debate At Fair Tribute
A reader halves memory and mocks a partisan view while praising New York State Fair staff. The letter contrasts biblical praise of the rainbow with political opinion on Israel and Arab states and commends WNDR’s live fair broadcasts and interviews conducted by Patrick J. Driscoll along with Tom Young and Joe LaGuardia.
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WNDR
Tom Young
Joe LaGuardia
Patrick J. Driscoll
Syracuse
Trumet Lesson Interrupted by Police Call in Solvay
Mrs. Florence Socha of Solvay reports an incident where police were summoned after a person saw her 11 year old son on the back porch finishing a trumpet lesson at 8:30 PM. Thad company and his father were in another room.
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Thad
Acid Rain Threatens New York's Adirondack Wilderness
A student in an English class writes about researching acid rain and urges action to curb its damage. The piece highlights public unawareness in the state and calls for using technology to reduce pollution before irreversible harm occurs to ecosystems.
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New York
Adirondack Mountains
Lee and Wortley in Our Community Debate
Robert C. Watson of LaFayette argues that residency and endorsements should not determine votes. He supports Gary Lee as a competent congressman and urges voters to decide on issues, not who is “one of us.”
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Robert C. Watson
LaFayette
Syracuse Team Wins USSSA SIO Pitch Title Summary
Fans helped Shifts's Jreck Subs women's softball team claim the national USSSA SIO pitch title over Labor Day weekend. It marks the first Syracuse and second New York state victory in the tournament's history. Thanks are given to Jerry Broan of Syracuse Parks and Recreation, Dick Stauss and Frank Titone of TSSSA, and numerous contributors.
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Jreck
New York State
Syracuse
Jerry Broan
Syracuse Parks and Recreation
Dick Stauss
Frank Titone
TSSSA
Syra
Valley Little League Girls Teams Shine Across State
Valley Little League honors league officers coaches parents sponsors and volunteers for supporting Senior and Major All-Star girls teams. Senior squad won New York state title in Oswego and advanced to Eastern regional playoffs in Providence before being eliminated by Pennsylvania. Major team won sectionals in Hamburg but finished as second-best in the state in Staten Island.
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Sentinel Republican Club
Valley
N.Y.S
Oswego
Hamburg
Staten Island
Providence
R.I
Plan to raise Social Security age sparks mixed views
The Herald-Journal discusses Peter DelGiorno's Sept 7 outline as a back‑slap for workers. Critics argue longer work life harms the daily laborer, while others suggest trimming fringes and even lowering retirement age to 55 to open jobs and ease layoffs. Robert Farricy praises Shimon Peres for calling it a step in the right direction amid Israel’s political debate.
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Peter DelGiorno
Herald-Journal
Ethink
Shimon Peres
Peres
Government of
Israel
Labor Party
Safire
Safire critique cited over Reagan Middle East plan
A reader rejects William Safire s critique of President Reagan s Middle East policy as distorted and predictable. The writer references a September column in The Herald Journal to argue Safire misreads the proposal and misses benefits for Israel in the regional crisis.
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William Safire
Herald-Journal
Safire
Reagan
Middle East
Typo Causes Musical Miscue Blames Editor's Note
In Liverpool a reader laments a misused word in a Doris Keck item about Helen O Connell's singing. The editor clarifies the error was typographical and takes responsibility.
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Doris Keck
Helen O'Connell
DH Brown
Liverpool
D.H. Brown
A Little Seary People Who Live in Glass Houses
A fragment hints at a playfully irreverent note about those who boast or act boldly while vulnerable. The phrase suggests irony about exposing weaknesses in public personas and fragile reputations.
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