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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1969
Page
6
Athens newspaper dated Wednesday December 10 1969 front page features local notices and village briefs. Notable names include Frederick W Bush Gordon K Bush and G Kenner Bush with staff credits for managing editor Charles W Reamer and Richard R Paynter.
Presidential science advisor Lee DuBridge declared at UNESCO in San Francisco that reducing Earth’s population growth to zero is the era’s first great challenge. The remark drew sharp reaction and is linked to a broader, controversial movement led by a prominent crusader.
In June the American Falls were diverted to the Horseshoe Falls as geologists examined rock debris thickness. Water resumed on the American side and the damage to honeymooners was deemed a disaster by authorities.
Notes and quotes discuss state law on child welfare boards and potential consolidation, with county officials disputing authority. The piece contrasts local governance questions with warnings about population control ideas from Dr. Paul Ehrlich and related thinkers, condemning mass sterilization and urging voluntary family limitation.
Over the last six months housing starts fell 14 percent from the prior half-year. Tight money and high labor costs push families to cheaper shelter with mobile homes now about one in three new dwelling units, typically chosen for long term residence.
After 26 years as an ordained minister Rev E W Bailey switches careers to police work and is named chief of police for Arcanum a village in southwest Ohio.
Washington insight argues for a presidential veto of the comprehensive tax bill, warning the Congress crafts a too complex, risky reform. It says only limited executive discretion with Congressional veto can modernize tax policy while funding vital social programs.
At The Hague summit the focus shifts as Willy Brandt emerges as Europe’s driver with a prodding push to open negotiations toward a larger Common Market by mid 1978. Pompidou’s weak opening contrasts with Brandt’s firm, conciliatory stance and Luns’ key role in pressuring France to commit to talks with Britain.
Senator Fulbright targets the Pentagon public information program and government propaganda in a broad clash over how federal agencies inform the public. He notes decades of congressional attempts to curb public information and questions the line between news and propaganda while urging integrity in official communications.
Citizens urge preservation of the county's child welfare programs led by Miss Rowena Sprout and Mrs. Margaret Bridgewater. They argue County Commissioner John Cline's plan to consolidate services under the Welfare Department would harm about 500 local children in foster care, adoptions, casework, and social services.
Woodrow Ferre Chesterhitt urges Athens neighbors to support law enforcement collaboration with surrounding counties and to back the university's positive educational efforts, noting long-standing community responsibility and funded programs. He praises the city’s efforts and urges focus on improving individual fields.
Published daily except Saturdays. Carrier and mail delivery options listed for Ohio West Virginia and other U S territories. Rates include daily and Sunday editions, weekly and yearly plans. Address for mail is The Messenger Publishing Co 43 W Union St Athens Ohio 44701.
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