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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 23, 1972

Page

4

Nixon Holds Commanding Lead In Latest Gallup Poll

Nixon leads McGovern 57 to 31 percent in Gallup polling conducted as Sargent Shriver emerged as a McGovern vice presidential prospect. Newsweek’s Gallup survey shows 57 to 32 percent after Eagleton’s medical history disclosure but before his resignation.

Princeton N.J Richard Nixon George McGovern Gallup Sargent Shriver McGovern Thomas Eagleton Newsweek Eagleton Nixon Shfivet

Young Mayors Age 22 Lead Wisconsin Towns

Wisconsin elects two of the youngest mayors at 22, including Mark Conrad of Ripon who won after a student canvass campaign. The article notes several municipalities elected leaders under 25 after brief on the job training and urges youth involvement in community affairs.

Wisconsin Mark Conrad Ripon Ripon College Ron Hooker Ashland College Ohio Newcomerstown

Mixed national notes and local leads mix in fragmented report

The column blends news on a planned Greek cabinet, Greek and American political shifts, an Ohio fair event retinue, and a local mayoral scene with write in candidates. It also cites space flight training, voting age changes, and a Nixon Moscow-initiative context tied to McGovern Catholic support shifts.

Nixon Moscow Houston

Nixon Leads Catholic Vote in Late Trial Heat Results

Recent findings show Nixon leading major groups including Catholics and Black voters in trial heat polls. The data highlight Nixon ahead among Catholics and other key demographics despite declines in Catholic affiliation. The report notes trial heat results and methodology shaping campaign focus.

Engleton Kennedy Edmund Muskie Kevin Shriver Nixon Eecow

Conserva tive View James Kilpatrick on 1972 GOP vibes

In Miami Beach pundit James Kilpatrick weighs the 1972 convention chatter as Nixon loyalists push Spiro Agnew for future leadership. He notes delegate rules debate signals Agnew momentum, with Percy and regional conservatives pressuring for more Northeast influence and electoral vote weight.

Agnew Rhetoric Arouses Campus Ire and Satire

A 1972 portrayal casts Spiro Agnew as a cultlike target with a blusterous image and liberal instincts in social issues, while critics accuse the media of bias and reward his controversial stance with ridicule. The piece notes the orange tone of parody and the charged campus reaction amid political satire.

Agnew Order of the Ogre Richard Nixon

Things We All Could Do Without Says Hal Boyle

Hal Boyle lampoons common irritants from political speeches to chatty clerks and overdone mascara in a light column. The cluttered list vents frustration with modern annoyances and social pretenses, ending with a humorous prayer for relief.

New York

Agnew and 1976 GOP prospects dominate political chatter

The piece discusses who might run with Spiro Agnew in 1976, noting Agnew's experience after four years as vice president and speculating on possible Republican ticket partners such as Percy and Tower. It weighs prospects, opponents, and the turbulent mood within the party amid rumors of liberal shifts and potential matchups.

Agnew Interform Association Erich Percy Illinois Senate Times Kaow John B. Connall Howard H. Tennessee John G. Tower Robert Michigan Defense Maryland Charles McC New York James L. Buckley E’ubert Humphrey

Athens Post Advertising Rates And Delivery Details

The notice lists newspaper pricing and delivery terms. It shows weekday single copy price ten cents and Sunday at twenty cents, with carrier delivery and route charges. It details subscriptions by region including Ohio and West Virginia, US territories, and foreign addresses with durations and costs, and provides mailing address for The Publishing Co. in Athens.

Athens Messenger Historic Publisher Lineage

The Athens Messenger lists its publishing history with founders and editors including Frederick W. Bush Gordon K. Bush and Kenner Bush as past publishers and Charlies W. Reamer and Richard R. Paynter in editorial roles at THE MESSENGER PUBLISHING COMPANY in Athens Ohio.

Che Athens Stressenger the Messenger Publishing Company West Union Street Athens Ohio Frederick W. Bush Gordon K. Bush Kenner Bush

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