The life and death of Sadegh Ghotbzadeh explored
A portrait of Sadegh Ghotbzadeh, once Ayatollah Khomeini's harsh spokesman, his opposition to the Shah, and his role in Iran's hostage crisis. The piece notes his moderation during trials threats, his stay in Iran, and his execution, reflecting on what the full story may reveal.
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Sadegh Ghotbzadeh
Ghotbzadeh
Ayatollah Khomeini
U.S
Abolhassan Bani Sadr
America
Khomeini
Ayatollah
Bani- Sadr
Iran
Bani-Sadr
Smokers Burn More With Low Tar Cigarettes Says Study
The National Academy of Sciences reports that switching to low tar and low nicotine cigarettes leads to increased smoking, deeper inhalation, and more puffs. Despite half reductions in tar and nicotine from 1955 to 1975, respiratory cancer deaths rose about 70 percent, especially among men over 35, with data for later years unavailable.
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National Academy of Sciences
One sure way to avoid dangers of smoking
The piece argues that quitting or not starting is the only certain method to prevent smoking related death. It notes a middle aged man who smoked heavily has about ten years shorter life expectancy and cancer risks are much higher for heavy smokers versus nonsmokers, while acknowledging conflicting studies on low nicotine brands.
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Cancer Society
Radioactivity in Lake Ontario mollusks alarms scientists
A study shows higher radioactivity in mollusks near Nine Mile Point reactors Lake Ontario surveys reveal elevated levels though humans rarely eat them. Critics warn against dismissing possible risks, noting public fascination with atomic age fiction and its influence on culture. The piece connects science, media, and public perception of radiation.
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Lake Ontario
Nine Mile Point
Massive mollusks threaten theaters with radioactive monsters
A comic era summary notes giant mollusks and other radioactive creatures invading film, predicting new Japanese monster flicks and a wave of sci fi reimagination from Godzilla era to outer space themes. It teases titles like The Clam that Conquered Clayton and The Slug that Slimed Rochester.
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Clayton
Rochester
Overfishing Threatens World’s Bluefin Tuna
The Bluefin tuna faces collapse as global fleets chase high prices. US and Japan lead catches with longline and purse seine methods, while ICCAT halts western Atlantic fishing for two years. Captive breeding efforts in Japan aim to boost future yields.
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Zane Grey
Nova Scotia
United States
Japan
U.S
Canadian
ICCAT
Atlantic
Honshu
Public plea on Dome traffic and hospital parking in Syracuse
Diane M Todd of Syracuse commends police and fire chiefs for handling Dome events and urges City Common Council to reserve hospital parking garages for visitors. She notes four nearby hospitals and the quiet zone signs, urging consideration of non university and non Dome needs in parking decisions.
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Syracuse
Carrier Dome
Common Council
University
Dome
Diane M. Todd
Syracuse Orange Mascot Debut Praised Despite Ranger Concerns
A SU fan commends the new Syracuse University mascot the Orange while criticizing the Dome Ranger for excessive weight and unsafe stadium behavior. The letter urges diet and restricted movement to protect spectators.
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Syracuse University
University
Ranger
Temple
Syracuse
Vote for George Wortley for Congress this fall
A voter appeal praising Congressman George Wortley as an outstanding, respected legislator with 30 years of civic work and urging support in the primary on Thursday September 23. Signed by FRANK ROSE County Legislator, 15th District, and a separate religious note from ROBERT CLAASSEN in East Syracuse referencing a Bible passage.
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George Wortley
George
Frank Rose
I Thessalonians
Jesus
Robert Claassen
East
Syracuse
Colgate Alumni Recalled After Big Colgate Victory
Robert W Nichols of Skaneateles argues Colgate’s 31 17 win over Connecticut deserves fair coverage. He recalls Syracuse Colgate and Cor nell alumni presence and complains about a lingering hostility from press coverage dating back to the 1930s and Andy Kerr era.
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Michigan State
Syracuse Joss
Calabria
Colgate
University of Connecticut
Andy Kerr
Syracuse
Robert W. Nichols
Skaneateles
Not the end Ro Tom Carr's letter on peace belief
A reader cites Tom Carr's Aug 31 letter Complete peace, disputing belief in life after death and arguing that while the body sleeps after death, the soul endures or resumes existence. The comment reflects ongoing debate over posthumous existence and religious consolation.
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Tom Carr
Carr
How to tell wimps from schlemiels
Mike Royko analyzes why Adlai Stevenson denies being a wimp and uses humorous examples to contrast wimps with others in politics. He argues Stevenson is not a wimp, perhaps a nerd, and critiques the misuse of the term. The column blends satire with political commentary from Chicago Sun Times.
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Mike Royko
Chicago
Adlai Stevenson
Stevenson
Illinois
James Thompson
Chicago Sun-Times
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N.Y
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Philip A. Hofmann
Stephen A. Rogers
Robert T. Hennessey
R. Gary Kruger
Gotbzadeh
Associated Press
International Commission For the Conservation
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Amerita
Slim Down
Corneil
Florida
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Schlemiels
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Rita Jenrette
Rita
Playboy Magazine
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Archie Moore
Moore
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Iwan
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England
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