Peace Corps Revived Under John Blatchford Plans for Action Agency
James Kilpatrick notes the Peace Corps rebounding with more applicants as Congress weighs Nixon's plan to fold several volunteer programs under a single Action umbrella. Blatchford rebuilds the corps with skilled recruits, broader outreach, and family participation while facing some resistance from VISTA staff and skeptics.
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Athens Messenger April 22 1971 Athens Ohio edition
The Athens Messenger published in Athens Ohio on Thursday April 22 1971 by The Messenger Publishing Company. The masthead lists Frederick W Bush Gordon K Bush G Ren Fred W Weber and M W McDargh with roles as publisher and directors.
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Athens Messenger
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Athens
Ohio
Frederick W. Bush
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G. Ren
Fred W. Weber
M. W. McDargh
Former GIs Immune From War Crimes Prosecution Still
The article notes a 1955 Supreme Court ruling that military courts cannot try former service members for war crimes. It covers proposed legislation by Sen. Sam Ervin to grant civilian courts jurisdiction, objections from defense and Justice, and how public sentiment has hardened amid debates sparked by the Calley case. It mentions veterans’ groups encouraging confessions and praises the majority of U S soldiers.
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Congress May Not Be a Unicameral Body Yet Says Report
Washington and Los Angeles Times report hints that the House of Representatives may assume more power and set its own agenda. Formerly passive, the House has balked at funding the Supersonic Transport project and may convene a Foreign Affairs Committee to discuss the war. One Beverly Hills congressman Tom Rees recalls the chamber’s isolation and long passage of reform bills, noting little public attention to House life.
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Hoffman column notes lack of scorecards in Congress grows obscurity
The Nicholas von Hoffman column argues the House hides its actions behind a missing scorecard. He cites The Pocket Congressional Directory and Reformers out of date, noting many congressmen blend into the body and tax policy remains hard to track. Rees laments low press attention and congressional obscurity.
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Reformers and reform bills mix with a missed generation
The piece rails at Capitol Hill seniority and a disengaged younger cohort led by Tom Rees. It laments a generation gap where lawmakers forget the bills they pass and questions how democracy works when lobbyists hold sway and a Take Congress Home To Dinner Week is proposed.
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Crisp declines candidacy for state representative position
Jack W. Crisp, president of Leading Creek Conservancy District, Rutland, states he is not a candidate for state representative or any office. He discourages organizing support or a draft movement and thanks constituents for their interest and confidence. He cites Meigs and Gallia Counties’ progress as a concern but maintains no current political plans.
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Gallia
Strip Mine Reclamation Legislation Questioned by Editor
The Messenger quotes B. Wilkins of Logan Route 2 doubting full stripping cessation and urges that coal users fund restoration of waste lands, as new federal and state bills are debated.
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Plains Volunteer Fire Department Receives Thanks for Quick Help
Roscoe C Orr thanks The Plains Volunteer Fire Department for promptly responding to an April 3 emergency. A neighbor fell on the patio and was transported to Mount St. Mary Hospital in Nelsonville for treatment.
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Sadat Opens Egypt First Policy With Possible Israel Peace
Washington insight notes Sadat shifts Egypt from Nasser era toward an Egypt first stance. Cairo concerns allow phased talks with Israel, but insist on preserving Egyptian dignity and territorial integrity. The piece cites education reforms and pressure from Nasserite factions as limits to concessions.
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