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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1977
Page
4
Historical note lists founders and publishers of the Athens newspaper chain from 1896 to 1965. Frederick W Bush leads 1896 1929 with Gordon K Bush and G Kenner Bush also published. Address Johnston Road Route 33 N Athens Ohio and contact telephone.
AP reports economist John Bullock, 30, fired after accusing Census Bureau of coercion for not allowing him to correct data and organize an audit of flawed figures. He previously helped reveal a $50 billion understatement in a factory orders study and claims bias in state and county economic data.
Democratic leaders in Ohio leaned toward signing a budget language bill despite Governor Rhodes's warning it is unconstitutional. They argue signatures would only attest to proper procedure, not content, and plan to challenge the matter in court if needed.
On this date in 1954 a formal peace announcement in Indochina ended the war era. The day marks a milestone in postwar Southeast Asia and is noted in the historical calendar.
A fragment from a Will Rogers column recalls a world wrestling match, comments on Sacco-Vanzetti and Governor Fuller, and notes historical anniversaries from 335 miles of cable to riots in Watts and events in Saigon, Cape Town, and notable birthdays.
A column critiques Governor Dukakis for honoring Sacco and Vanzetti on the 50th anniversary of their executions. It cites Francis Russell’s writings and National Review commentary, and exposes FBI files suggesting no secret collusion or evidence of a hidden motive in the case.
A colorful narrative outlines a legal and social clash as Native tribes assert land rights under the Indian Nonintercourse Act of 1790, targeting Gay Head Cranberry Acres and Herring Creek. Islanders fear broader losses while notable residents display wary hospitality and satire.
The Indian speaker laments missing a walkable route to a lawyer's office and Walter proposes a spot Barbara Walters rented two summers ago. The area reportedly has fresh water grazing land and previously supported large buffalo herds visible to the eye.
Dr. Walter Judd criticizes the Carter administration for claiming support for human rights while edging away from Taiwan's free China. Secretary Vance touted full normalization with Peking, asserting there is one China, despite Taiwan's distinct traditions and government. The piece notes ongoing mainland disturbances and cites a harsh Maoist regime blamed for over 25 million deaths.
June 29 statement by Secretary Vance warns against normalizing ties with communist states and calls for preserving the freedom of free Chinese on Taiwan. The piece argues mainland China threatens peace and urges the free world to defend liberty and resist domination.
Akron report shows Fred McClure, Brunswick Hills Two trustee, reimbursed $12.80 for a 300 mile pine tree pickup to Marietta. State examiners deemed it an unauthorized expenditure, since McClure was not a county employee, prompting a recovery finding and public dispute over audits and accountability.
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