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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1976
Page
4
Athens Ohio edition shows an address on Route 33 N and Johnson Rd with a 45701 ZIP code and a listed telephone. Notable staff include Frederick W. Bush publisher Gordon K. Bush and others with titles such as general manager circulation manager and editors. Dated Monday August 30 1976 in Page 4.
In an interview, Edgar B. Speer of U S Steel and the American Iron and Steel Institute calls for tax reform to stimulate capital formation and expand U S production. He warns of foreign tax rebates and urges investment at home to create jobs and reduce dependence on imports, while defending competitive markets.
The piece contrasts look-say and intensive phonics, urging early alphabet mastery and drill-based practice. It cites Nila Banton Smith defending phonics and describes home teaching, early sound use, and rapid progression to independent reading by grade one.
In this Washington analysis, Connally warns that Democratic control of both houses and the presidency risks dismantling checks and balances. He notes deficits in GOP strength, the vanished Southern power base, and the veto as the main brake against one party rule, urging caution ahead of November.
A Niagara of scorn surrounds Ford's choice of Bob Dole as running mate and the secrecy of the process. The piece argues the selection followed campaign timing, polling, a swift start, an unannounced withdrawal, and reading of Watergate politics. The story frames the convention mood and the administration's strategy.
Political advisers met Joseph Kraft and President Ford officials twice on Aug 18 and 19 to weigh Howard Baker William Ruckelshaus Anne Armstrong and Bob Dole as possible nominees. The process aimed to find a candidate acceptable to both Ford factions amid Carter’s Southern lead.
In the convention debate a mix of views on Ruckelshaus Baker and Dole shaped the outcome. Watergate tainted perception while Ruckelshaus lacked recent governance experience, and Baker's strength faded. Cole emerged as a practical conservative with farm state appeal guiding Ford's second-session decision. Canada comment rounds out a reflection on cross-border trade relations.
Patricia Davis of Nelsonville complains a nearby supermarket wasted at least $2,000 in frozen foods after a July freezer failure. A store employee allegedly poured Clorox on the discarded items, limiting aid to needy families who would otherwise collect free food. Davis urges donation to Salvation Army or hospital, noting health regulator concerns. The letter also reflects on Janet Stroud leaving Milwaukee police patrol, a correction from Consumers Union on canning guidance, welding tips from Ohio Farmer, and a Mars map offer from U S Survey.
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