Election Reform Dilemma Reconsidered in Congress Debate
James Kilpatrick argues that national election reform faces constitutional hurdles and free speech concerns. He notes presidential elections are state controlled via electors and Congress cannot easily limit private campaign spending without courting First Amendment issues. He concludes reform may only meliorate through exposure and adherence to federal principles.
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Washington
Congress
Hamlet
Senate
McGovern
Nixon
George
John W
House
Shirley B. Challenger
Challenger
Letters Problem Editor Promotes Change in Fuel Use
Bruce Ergood of Athens argues the gasoline consumption study by reporters was unnecessary and urges readers to rely on existing per mile data and speeds. He calls for immediate changes in behavior to conserve fuel, challenging the crisis narrative and media experiments.
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the Messenger
Athens
Columbus
Washington
Bruce Ergood
Radford Rd
Americans Less Satisfied With Standard of Living, Gallup Poll
A nationwide survey finds 71 percent satisfied with current standard of living, down from 77 percent in 1963, with declines in job satisfaction 85 to 79 percent and income 64 to 61 percent. Housing satisfaction remains stable, but moral climate and future outlook grow more discouraging.
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Princeton
N. J
United States
Krogh Plea Signals Moral Stand in Watergate Case
Joseph Kraft argues Bud Krogh pleaded guilty to protect national security but chose a principled stance over a self serving plea. Krogh rejects the cover of security, signaling a moral shift as Nixon faces mounting troubles and potential disclosures involving Ehrlichman Young Colson.
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Bud Krogh
White House
Krogh
Nixon White House
Far West
Seattle
John Ehrlichman
Vietnam
Univeristy
Washington
Daniel
Elisberg
Beverly Hills
California
Gerhard Gesell
Gesell
David Young
Los Angeles
Charles Colson
Ehrlichman
Readers' Letters Welcome Public Forum on Current Issues
A note explains that Letters to the Editor reflect public opinion and are encouraged for topics of general interest. It clarifies the page is not for personal notices or thanks and sets the forum as a space for broad civic discussion.
Regula Adjusts To Congress Faces Energy Push In Ohio
Rep Ralph S Regula of Navarre says adjustment to Congress is tough but he likes the job He cites voting to override vetoes on war powers and minimum wage He notes Saxbe nomination controversy and mentions Ohio energy task force plan to propose energy saving steps by December 15 including a four day work week for state workers to save energy.
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Associated Press
Columbus, Ohio
Ralph S. Regula
Navarre
Congress
Stark County
Ohio
Regula
Saxbe
William B. Saxbe
John W. Brown
Freshman Congressman Signals Change in Columbus Legislation
A freshman congressman notes the slower pace on Capitol Hill but praises the learning curve and rewards of lawmaking. Senator Paul L. Gillmore indicates plans for a 1974 statewide bid, introducing a bill to raise personal income tax exemptions from 500 to 750 dollars and lift the six-exemption cap after a voter approved 3000 dollar ceiling.
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Columbus
Nixon
General Assembly
Paul L. Gillmore
Port Clinton
Community member complains about oversized holiday tree
A sixth grader from Maplewood Dr says the large Christmas tree near the Armory and courthouse ruins the area and suggests smaller trees as a remedy. She notes hollyberries and leaves on the tree and questions Ohio's tree shortage.
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the Messenger
Armory
Ohio
Kay Stewart
Maplewood Dr
Athens
Not Justified After Reading Lower Speed Really Saves
A reader critiques a Messenger report on fuel use claiming the Columbus drive test at 50 mph vs 60 mph used about 15 gallons to prove a 2.9 gallon saving. The writer calls the test wasteful and an example of energy abuse and ignorance.
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the Messenger
Columbus
This Day in History December 7 1973 Retrospective
Today marks Pearl Harbor attack remembrance with 1941 event noted. Delaware’s 1787 ratification and 1808 Madison election listed along with 1944 carrier sinkings and 1921 Austria–US relations. Birthday mentions include Eli Wallach and Sol M Linowitz.
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Delaware
U.S
James Madison
Austria
United States
The Messenger Publishing Co. rate card and contact info
The Athens Messenger lists daily and Sunday single copy prices and bulk mail rates. It notes delivery by carrier and tube route with regional charges, and provides mailing options by region with year and three month terms. The notice includes postal details and the office address in Athens Ohio.
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Associated Press
D&s
Ohio
West Virginia
U.S
Possessions
Athens Post Office
Messenger Publishing Co
Johnson Road
Athens
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