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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1976
Page
4
The article lists key staff including Fred W. Weber II as circulation manager, Fred E. Bolles as circulation, J. William Coon as retail advertising manager, Carl L. Weber as classified advertising manager, and a production manager for the publication.
Ohio wildlife agents pursued a front yard bait operation selling worms and crawdads in Ottawa County. The case, aided by undercover agents, was dismissed by the judge exposing perceived state overreach and sparking criticism from Sen. Paul Gillmor.
In Kansas City on the last day of the Republican convention Richard A. Viguerie announced his bid under the American Independent party banner. He predicts ballot access in 40 states and five million votes, hoping to split the Ford–Carter race and reshape conservative options. The piece critiques the movement as a fringe coalition lacking national leaders and coherence.
The article argues price controls fears could raise current costs as Carter looms, noting rising steel and lumber prices, volatile wholesale indexes, and softening growth. It analyzes how inflation signals and consumer sentiment affect Ford’s campaign while conservative factions rally within the GOP.
Readers are invited to submit general interest letters to the editor. All letters must be signed and include the sender’s address and telephone number. The Messenger reserves the right to condense letters for space readability and reader interest.
Practical tips for sun drying vegetables and fruits including slicing for faster drying and methods to protect from insects. Opinions on organic farming contrast with sprayed produce selling better. donor and living charity contact details listed for body donation and medical organizations.
A columnist argues TV broadens vocab while questioning its role in teaching reading. Sesame Street and Electric Company are cited, with calls for home instruction and phonics over look-say. The piece notes limited classroom impact and urges parents to read with children at home.
Complete instructions to teach a child to read are in the booklet Johnny STILL Can't Read available for $1.25. Send a check or money order to The Associated Press address The Athens Messenger Box 6-4 Teaneck New Jersey 07666 with your full return address.
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