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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1972
Page
6
A conservative column argues judges overstep by interpreting the Fourteenth Amendment beyond its framers' intent. It cites cases on contraceptives and voter residency, contending judicial restraint has faded as the court redefines rights and equal protection.
The text lists the Messenger Publishing Company based in Athens Ohio at 43 West Union Street with founders and publishers including Frederick W Bush and Gordon K Bush. It records establishment in 1825 and leadership spans 1896 to 1965 across several generations.
The notice lists G. Kenner Bush publisher Fred W Weber circulation director Charles W Reamer managing editor M W McDargh advertising director Richard R Paynter and assistant to the publisher for Athens Ohio 45701 dated Friday April 7 1972.
A sprawling probe reveals the Federal Housing Administration and 49 entities including eight federal officials in the New York area crafted a vast scheme that left $200 million in foreclosed slum homes across Detroit Philadelphia Washington Newark Paterson and New York. The crisis followed a 340000 strong strike crippling the telephone system as fires burned timber in Athens and Hocking Counties.
The column questions the fairness and structure of Social Security arguing high taxes on the poor and unequal benefits for single and married people. It suggests abolishing Social Security in favor of a universal pension funded by taxes and questions proposed identity measures tied to welfare and taxation.
Local submission critiques moving the courthouse while suggesting relocating Ohio University to improve Athens reputation and safety. Letter from Mrs. Ray McCune Sunnyside Drive expresses concern about town changes.
Ellie deLaval argues for low cost spay and neuter services to reduce births of stray cats and dogs. The appeal stresses preventing suffering and improving animal welfare by making surgery affordable.
The Messenger reports Highland Park on Highland Avenue in Athens is harmed by motorcyclists using the park to practice maneuvers and by motorists driving on the infield. A posted park and sturdy fence are proposed to stop the damage and preserve its appeal.
Feedback from the public welcomes letters on issues of general interest. Editors note that shorter submissions are preferred, with preference given to letters fitting one page or less. Readers are invited to share views respectfully for possible publication.
The Athens Messenger announces daily except Saturday publication with AP affiliation. Rates cover daily and Sunday copies, home delivery by carrier or tube route, and mailed subscriptions within Ohio, West Virginia, and elsewhere. Prices include weekly, monthly, and yearly options with specific rates.
Washington insight argues the Lambda Study found that a small amount of additional busing can largely desegregate schools. It analyzes 29 systems in 18 states and a million-person urban area, showing flexible desegregation options under administration proposals.
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