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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1973
Page
6
The article centers on William F. Buckley and features note prominent staff members including Fred W. Weber as Circulation Director M. W. McDargh Advertising Director and Charles W. Reamer Managing Editor. Publication date listed as Thursday December 6, 197.
The piece discusses uncertain Congress reform of campaign finance, the role of unions and corporations, and the impact of Watergate. It notes a Senate Ervin Committee questionnaire to 80 unions on non cash contributions, cites leaders like Joseph Beirne of CWA, and questions whether public interest can override union dollars in future votes.
ART BUCHWALD argues two joking schemes to curb fuel use. One would hand gas rationing to the Mafia with territorial boards and punitive penalties. The other cuts TV chase scenes to save gas, proposing FCC limits and on-screen car chases be banned or shortened.
The Messenger laments a biased school practice at a Fair Play mini course. Two groups contest for recognition: the First Group earns praise, while the Second Group, district champions, is snubbed at a banquet funded by a wealthy donor. The piece argues selective celebration distorts ethical lessons and leaves both groups failing.
The AP outlines early 1976 campaign planning across parties with leaders like Rockefeller Connally Percy Reagan Jackson Mondale Bentsen and Kennedy signaling varied paths. It notes exploratory moves by Bayh Gilligan Wallace and Muskie while Ford remains cautious and 1974 results could reshape the field.
On this date in 1941 Franklin D Roosevelt appealed for peace to Hirohito, a day before Pearl Harbor. Abraham Lincoln took seat in 1847. A 5 year ago report tracked Hong Kong flu outbreaks in 13 states and Puerto Rico. Apollo 17 launched last year. Agnes Moorehead is 67, Lou Little 80. Thought for today: Well done is better than.
Cities are being aided by Soil and Water Conservation Districts, previously limited to rural areas. The districts can now legally provide soil analyses and sedimentation studies in urban settings, expanding their role beyond farming communities.
Columbus becomes the first large city to petition its county district for membership in regional planning and zoning efforts. Floyd Heft of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources notes the move is significant, with about 20 cities and villages requesting membership.
Heft explains four-year effort to extend advisory soil and water analysis to cities amid changes in Ohio law. Districts advise zoning and planning boards on soil bearing, drainage, flood prevention and home sewage systems, with limited powers but potential future EPA survey work.
A reader praises the Athens Bookmobile for free access to a wide variety of books and reads more with its service. Special thanks to Bernice Anderson and Don Smith, whose patient cheerful help in selecting material is noted. Bette Ervin Route Albany
Ohio legislative pages in Columbus name Claire M Ball Jr as representative for the 911st district and Oakley C Collins for the 92nd district with contact details to reach the state house office in Columbus Ohio 43215 and the listed telephone line. The records mirror standard district listing format for State House members.
Daily edition details from The Messenger Publishing Co. show weekday and Sunday single-copy prices, delivery methods, and mail subscription rates across Ohio, West Virginia, and other regions. The notice notes association with AP, second class matter status, and postal address for mail.
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