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Page-4-Banner Times Monday, August 5, 1985 'Case Of Bigotry' a N LETTERS TO JTHEEDITO 'Problem Will Not Go Away' DEAR EDITOR: I was pleased to learn that en- tertainer Billy Joel will donate profits from his new single, \You're Only Human\ to the National Committee for Youth Suicide Prevention. As Governor, I would like to thank one of our Staters most famous citizens for his sensitive and generous gesture towards our young people. The National Committee for Youth Suicide Prevention, which is based in New York City and was founded by former New York Lieutenant Governor Alfred DelBello last summer, is an organization which is dedicated to stopping the tragedy of youth suicide nation-wide. Committee members from each of the fifty states work together to seek action on the federal level and increase public awarenes^ on both the state and local levels. I share the Committee's desire to see the creation of a Federal Commission for Youth Suicide Prevention. Such a Federal Commission would establish a nationwide data base, provide valuable and necessary research and coordinate school programs at the state and local levels. Billy Joel's kind gift - truly a gift of life - provides a significant boost to the possibility that a Federal Com- mission will indeed be established in the near future. Teenage suicide is a nationwide tragedy that has escalated to painful proportions over the past two decades. Over five thousand young Americans age 15 to 24 took their own lives last year and estimates are that the figure will rise to over six thousand by the end of this year. In the three suburban counties of Westchester, Rockland and Putnam alone, over twenty young people have committed suicide since February of 1984. Suicide remains the only major cause of death among young people that is dramatically on the rise. The problem continues to worsen. The distressing statistics call out for public attention and our young people are crying out for help—at the local, state and federal levels. I am pleased to announce that New York State has taken the lead towards effective, statewide youth suicide prevention. Our State Youth Suicide Prevention Council, which is the leading group within the National Committee, is currently targeting resources in research and public education as well as developing pilot programs for our public schools. Additionally, the State, working with local governments, com- munity groups and various organizations, is developing and implementing youth suicide prevention programs in many counties and municipalities. Much is being done; but much more can be done. We need a focused and coordinated com- munity-wide approach involving youth, families, individuals, groups and organizations. We also need much greater attention at the national level—because the problem will not go away. The State of New York is grateful for the strong efforts of our National Committee for Youth Suicide Prevention and the generosity of individuals such as our own Billy Joel. Their actions provide us with hope that the tragedy of youth suicide will finally get the national attention it so urgently demands. Sincerely, Mario M. Cuomo Governor Radiothon A Success DEAR EDITOR: Over $1100 worth of pledges were netted in last Saturday's benefit radiothon for Duane Wilson held at WSCP Radio 1070 studios on North Jefferson Street. Funds are coming in steadily for Wilson, a former country and western singer and Central New York Club owner who is suffering from a terminal illness. Hosted by WSCP personalities Fred Lewis, a close personal friend of Wilson (who now resides in Calhoun, Ga.), and Daniel Dunn, a number of local bands also appeared in response to the beefit. A number of calls from country and western singers including Terri Gibbs and Margo Smith were featured that day, along with greetings sent along to Wilson from Congressman Frank Horton, Assemblyman Ray Chesbro and many friends. Phones were manned by WSCP staff and other volunteers donating their time. Along with the phone workers, many listeners of WSCP dropped by with refreshments and food. Wilson is best remembered for owning, operating and entertaining at the Maple Grove Restaurant in Constantia and for bringing many of country music's biggest stars to Central New York, including Ernest Tabb, Lefty Frizzell, Kitty Wells aid more. A tape of the radiothon was sent to Wilson. The staff and management of WSCT' Radio 1070 wishes to ex- tend its sincere thanks to those volunteers who manned the telephones - Carol Stoker and daughters Jill and Sue, and friend, Df.vid from Williamstown: to Viv Slitter of Lacona for donating the candy heart, Madeline Mead of Sandy Creek for the small candy treats; to the local bands ap- pearing, including Andy Pawlenko and the Smokey Hollow Boys, Ray Delaney and the Delaney Brothers, Steve Green an the Goldminers, Tom Monroe, and H.J. Kuntry, who made a special appearance. Lewis,rand Dunn would like to extend * a special thank you to general manager Jim Foederer for donating the air time to make this benefit possible and for the coffee and other refreshments and good wishes. Many Thanks!! Fred Lewis Daniel Dunn And The Staff And Management OfWSCPRadip,107Q, Pulaski, New York 1 DEAR EDITOR: It was a clear-cut case of bigotry for the hierarchy of the Boy Scouts of America to expel a scout who is an atheist. It seems to me that an organization that claims to be patriotic, and to teach patriotism, would use the Constitution of the United States of America for its guideline. The Constitution is not only \The Supreme Law\ of our republic, but its blueprint. Article VI forbids \religious tests as a qualification for any office of public trust under the United States\. The First Amendment forbids the establishment of a religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof. There is no mention of a \Supreme Being\ in the Constitution, and the oathes of office are to support the Con- stitution. I hope that the Boy Scouts haven't lowered themselves to the level of Bet Jones College and the Ku Klux Klan, who discriminate against anyone who isn't a W.A.S.P.; the immoral \Moral Majority\ who want only those who are members of their par- ticular brand of \Christianity\ to hold office; and the American Nazi Party. The Boy Scouts of America should lose their tax-exempt status, until such time they stop discriminating. The hierarchy of the Boy Scouts of America, as well as ALL Americans should read and try to understand the Constitution of the United States of America. We should all follow the wise philosophy of Founding Father Thomas Jefferson, who wrote: \It does me no injury for my neighbor to say there are twenty Gods, or no Gods.\ Very Truly Yours, Stuart D. Kantor Art In The Park Returns The eleventh annual Art in the Park Show and Sale will be held August 10 in South Park down- town Pulaski from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. There are still a few openings in the show, which features painting, drawing, graphics, photography, and crafts. Entry blanks are available at Rainbow Bridge and the Chamber Office in Pulaski. There is a $5 entry fee. The Pulaski Lions will be holding a chicken barbecue in conjunction with Art in the Park. Stop by and enjoy the day. Awarded Medal SP4 Celia E. Burdick, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd L. Potter, Redfield, N.Y., was awarded the Army Achievement Medal for outstanding achievement as an administrative specialist with the 1209th U.S. Army Garrison, 98th Division (training), U.S. Army Reserve, in Mattydale. Burdick has been a member of the Army Reserve for over two years and is a 1982 graduate of Sandy Creek Central School in Sandy Creek/ She resides with her husband, Walter, hi Orwell: \ By Mary Parker 1895 -90 YEARS AGO - Shall you build? Do you want anything in the line of screen doors or windows? Maltby & Street are prepared to take building contracts at very low prices, and to do the work in a first-class manner. See the six-hole #9 Diamond Range with high shelf, base and reservoir at L. J. Macy's Hardware for only $26. We have two kinds of oil to keep the flies off cows, and a Saddle to coat with \sticky\ to catch the terrible horn flies that bother your cows. George W. Douglas., A clergyman in Pulaski has provoked a pleasant smile among his audience by expressing the hope that many more of the ladies would learn to ride the bicycle. , Pulaski has many more miles of Portland cement walks than any village of its size in the country. (1985 - Repaved this summer were the east and south sidewalks of South Park. Soon to come is new curbing on Jefferson Street). Correspondents of the Pulaski Democrat are to gather at Gilbert's Grove, Richland, on August 7. The ever popular Comet Band of Orwell is ex- pected to grace the occasion by their presence. The banquet will be served at one o'clock. Hot tea and coffee will be served. (Redfield). There are New Yorkers, Brooklynites and Jerseyites, with fourteen of the latter, spending vacations here. George Crow has been seen speeding Custologa at the track. The stallion is from the \bluegrass region\ of Kentucky and has a fine pedigree. The Pulaski court house is kept in good condition by under-sheriff Bean. Recently the interior walls and floors have been neatly painted and the county property never looked better than now. (1985 - the Court House is being painted, with the many offices beginning to \brighten up\. Floors will also be redone). 1925 -60 YEARS AGO - Mr. D. Ward Howard has purchased Dr. Mills' fine residence corner of Bridge and Broad Streets. Dr. Mills will remove to Fulton. Mr. Howard will have his insurance office in his home, which was the home of the late D.A. King and family and later, Mrs. Ella King Wright. (1985 - The King apartments, owned by John LaFave). Albert E. Laurence has purchased the Plummer hotel property oh Jef- ferson Street, which has been used for a dwelling and store by the Plummer family since it closed as a hotel. Mr. Laurence will move his undertaking and furniture business there. His funeral home will be continued at his residence, Lake Street. (1985- George Wurster, Jr. apartments). (Fernwood). Mr. A.E. Barnard has added to his service station a fine tea room and is furnishing some very fine lunches for the traveling public. The Bunny Strieker players are coming to Pulaski again this year. Their opening play is a four-act drama, The Man From Texas. They play at Hohman Opera House. The Pulaski Democrat is three-fourths of a century old, and the oldest business institution in Pulaski. The Pulaski Banner was established in 1830 by Nathan Randall. Byron G. Seamans has been editor for thirty years. The average college expense per student in 1924 was $1535 and the Editor wrote that it would mean more to the students if willing to work their way through college. Summer is a good time to lay aside money needed to pay for winter coal. Hastings. For Sale—Buick five passenger touring car in good condition, $85, in- cluding license. Pulaski National Bank has purchased the lot south of the Bank and will make a beautiful lawn. The roadway is a permanent affair on account of entrance to blocks south of the Plummer block. The Bank will add a one- story building, thirty-two feet deep and the width of the bank. A new, up- to-date vault has been purchased to accommodate the growing business of the bank. 1960-25 YEARS AGO - The Pulaski Village Board held discussions relative to the method of reporting fires with the new dial telephone service here. Franklin Taylor offered to take the calls temporarily. A-3C Wayne Ostrander has been hospitalized in Reno, Nevada and later at Travis AFB, California. He thanks his many friends for cards and letters received. At Sweets' Super Market - round steak, 79 cents per pound, two pounds fresh grade beef - 99 cents; ice cream, half-gallon for 59 cents; bacon - 3 pounds for $1.00. From \Way Back When\ of 1950 - Four local men entered armed service the first week in August. Edward Carl, Harold Davis, Bill Barr and Dave Woods. (Korean War 1950-53). The Pulaski Phillies are leading the League having won 10 games and lost only one in Division 1. Other teams are Lee Center, North Shore, Altmar and Kasoag. In Little League action, the Yanks won the play-off cham- pionship, downing the Pirates 14-6. 1985—Great Lakes Week in Oswego Co. began at the Marine Museum in Oswego, Sunday, with tales of the sea and Great Lakes for listeners. \Save Oswego County\ is the area organization involved in a group in- terested in the future of the Great Lakes - St. Lawrence River. More and more we are coming to appreciate our part of the Northeast, as we realize the problems arising because of insufficient aquifers. Many remember the hot, drought years of the 1930s, and consequences as far- mers moved about looking for work when their lands dried up. New York City in 1985 faces possibilities of greater difficulties unless rains can soon raise water tables. Taste Pulaski's pure spring waters, then try the tap water other places. The draining of the Hudson River and Lake Ontario for drinking water gives us a fair idea of our good luck in the Tug Hill area. Maybe we'll hear from Syracuse again as we once did, when plans to tap into the Salmon River surfaced in the last century. Taxpayers here are paying for 40 years to help clean up Salmon River and Lake Ontario (under state orders). Let's Hbpe we don't have to drink the water, too! *'
