Old Conservative Barry Goldwater Pushes Back on New Right
Longtime conservative Barry Goldwater criticized the New Right for pressuring moral policy via court rulings. He said he opposes the tactic of blocking cases like busing abortion and prayer, and faulted efforts led by Sen. Jesse Helms to enlist new allies. He aligned with liberals such as Daniel Moynihan in questioning the approach.
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Jesse Helms
North Carolina
Sen
Barry Goldwater
Arizona
Sen. Helms
Moral Majority
Reagan Era Political Tides Stir Debate Over New Right Tactics
The piece weighs whether the New Right and Moral Majority can sustain momentum after Reagan's election. It suggests the victory reflected Carter-era discontent rather than durable partisan strength, notes Goldwater and Weicker critiques of anti‑abortion and school busing amendments, and questions long term influence if Democrats gain Congress.
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Lowell Weicker
Reagan
University psychologist notes mild stress in NFL strike
A University of Illinois psychologist says the average NFL fan may experience mild stress during the football strike. He adds that spouses of heavy fans could find their mates difficult to live with, indicating little change in dynamics despite the dispute.
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University of Illinois
NFL
Taxpayers Foot Luxury Flight Bills
In 1981 FAA Administrator Lynn Helms and other officials charged taxpayers for luxury air travel amid air traffic controller unrest. Auditors found flights cost far more than commercial options and included trips by Helms, Watt, and Coast Guard planes. The piece argues these costs exceed claims of national belt tightening.
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Reagan
Federal Aviation
Lynn Helms
FAA
Congress’ General Accounting Office
Las Vegas
Alaska
Helms
San Diego
James Watt
Boise
Idaho
Coast Guard
Mardi Gras
New Orleans
Transportation Department
America
Washington
Old Scout on SU football strike sparks debate
Reading the Old Scout’s take prompts a question: should Syracuse abandon the football strike while referencing NFL players’ actions and broader labor tensions, shaping a regional sports labor discussion.
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NFL
Custodians Push Back Over $16.20 Rate Claims in School Funding
A Syracuse area dispute centers on the claim that school custodians are paid $16.20 per hour for building duties. The letter argues custodians perform cleaning, supervision, and repairs, while teachers’ wages and overall funding remain under scrutiny. Assemblyman Melvin N. Zimmer comments on arts funding and quality of life improvements.
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Richard Planer
Herald-Journal
Planer
Board of Education
Syracuse
Centered on disabled transport praise and reforms
The Legislature's Council on the Disabled thanks Centro and its staff for improved transportation for people with disabilities while noting major issues in lift efficiency awareness and scheduling. They pledge to work with Centro to enhance accessibility.
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Council On the Disabled
Centro
Sally Johnston
Council On Disabled
Syracuse
Editor’s Letter Critiques Middle East History and Israel Policy
The writer rejects postwar Mideast history as ignorance and argues the Palestinian refugee crisis is an Arab problem created by Arab states. They compare Israel’s actions to Lebanese conflict, blame Palestinian violence on them, and praise President Reagan’s Sept 20 stance, urging accountability and cautious policy. Michael A Pearlman of Manlius signs.
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Herald-Journal
Mideast
Israel
Saudi Arabia
Begin
Lebanon
Reagan
Michael A Pearlman
Manlius
Lesson on Lost Purses at Club 37 North Syracuse
A reader reports a theft at Club 37 in North Syracuse on September 12, where a small brown leather purse was taken from the dance floor. The note asks for the return of the purse and its sentimental items, including ID cards, photos, and keys, urging the thief to consider others and contact the owner.
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Syracuse
Eeeioe
VOLTZ
New York State Council on the Arts Funds Syracuse Arts Groups
Local arts organizations in the Syracuse area receive NYSCA funding for theater music ballet and visual arts. The awards are praised as support for a culturally advanced community with a refined aesthetic atmosphere and ongoing commitment to cultural excellence.
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New York State Council On the Arts
Syracuse
NYSCA
Horror of animal abuse sparks call for action
A reader condemns animal abuse and urges stricter enforcement. The piece advocates more cruelty officers and stronger penalties to deter mistreatment and protect vulnerable animals.
Resident Letter Opposes Low Income Project Zoning Change
In Syracuse a Moore Benedict neighborhood resident group decries added multi family units and traffic. They urge zoning change to A-1 and warn against tax roll removal on the proposed site, blaming city leadership for deterioration and higher burden on taxpayers.
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Moore- Benedict
Syracuse
Salina Street
State Street
West End
Charles
Fresh oranges for Coach MacPherson and the Dome
Michael Kirkby from Kirkville urges coach MacPherson to explore new oranges in the Dome crate. He suggests high hopes and possible hidden prizes amid ordinary fruit, warning that not all peaches and oranges mix.
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MacPherson
Michael Kirkby
Kirkville
Zimmer plan altered by assemblyman sparks local protest
Two Onondaga County lawmakers accuse Assemblyman Melvin Zimmer of rewiring a land swap tied to the western corridor project. They say his Albany version removes benefits for Geddes Syracuse Harbor Brook Drainage District St. Camillus and the tax rolls, leaving them with little.
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Onondaga County
120Th
Syracuse
Geddes
Grand Avenue
New York State Department Oftation
Paul Gonzalez
County Law Department
Syracuse-Onondaga County Planning Agency
Metropolitan Transportation Council
Syracuse and
Harbor Brook Drainage District
St. Camillus Nursing Facility
Melvin Zimmer
Albany
Zimmer
St. Camillus
Harbor Brook
Teen Challenge Center helps graduate in Syracuse area
Charlie Lockwood thanks staff and supporters of the Teen Challenge Center in Syracuse for his graduation and happiness, crediting Jesus Christ as Savior and the center’s dedication.
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Teen Challenge Center
Syracuse
Syracuse Center
Jesus Christ
Teen Challenge
Charlie Lock Wood
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