Sept. 21, 1937

America protests bombing of Nanking. U.S. collaborates with other powers in study of Far Eastern Crisis.

Sept. 21, 1957

President Eisenhower called on the people of Little Rock today to oppose any violence by extremists in the integration of Central High School.

Sept. 21, 1997

SKANEATELES - Skaneateles Central School's troubles hanging on to football have left the Lakers reaching to save their season. Skaneateles overcame a 21-0 second-quarter deficit only to fumble a go-ahead 2-point conversion attempt with 1:02 remaining in the game. Quarterback Mike Hogan's pass to Jason Miller was jarred lose around the 5-yard line and recovered by Marcellus' Joe Middaugh in the end zone. Middaugh's recovery ensured the Mustangs a 27-26 victory Friday night in a Section III Class B West opener for both teams.

Sept. 21, 2002

BRUTUS - The town's Republican Committee has given Ann Petrus thumbs up to take the Cayuga County Legislature seat that will be vacated with Earl Lamphere's retirement. The committee, in what is being described as “a majority vote,” chose Petrus over Harry Hinman when eight members met to interview potential legislators.

- Compiled by Linda Simmons