The Realities Of Economics by John Cunniff
AP Business Analyst John Cunniff notes economists and forecasters are human and influenced by events. Forecasts often misfire when wars droughts or policy shifts occur, with econometric models seen as subjective and prone to bias. The piece argues forecasters rarely admit errors and tend to predict continuation of current trends rather than turning points.
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John Cunniff
New York
Albert Cox
Merrill Lynch Economics
Walter Heller
Council of Economic Advisers
Jimmy Carter
Citrus
George Meany
Athens Messenger Page Four Historic Publisher Lineup
The Athens Messenger lists its long history with Frederick W. Bush as publisher from 1896 to 1929 and Gordon K. Bush from 1929 to 1965. The paper is based at Route 33 N and Johnson Road in Athens Ohio with contact number (614) 592-6612.
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Johnson Rd
Athens
Ohio
Frederick W. Bush
Gordon K. Bush
Republicans and Organized Labor in the Reagan Era
Robert Novak analyzes how the Republican Party’s appeal to blue collar voters is hindered by labor union hostility. He sketches Taft and Nixon strategies, notes Ford’s missteps, and argues Republicans must offer a fair labor alternative while stressing patriotism and national interests.
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Robert Novak
Ronald Reagan
Carter
Novak
Republican Party
Leonid Brezhnev
George Meany
House of Representatives
Richard Nixon
Robert Taft
Ohio
Taft
George McGovern
Teamsters
Nixon
Ford
Reagan
Dunlop
Letter to the Editor on General Interest Subjects
Readers are invited to submit brief letters to the editor on topics of broad public interest. Please sign the letter and include your full street address and telephone number. The Messenger may shorten letters to fit the paper space and enhance readability for a wider audience.
Big Business Profit vs Paychecks Under Scrutiny
The Wall Street Journal cites Commerce Department data showing corporate savings at 21.2 billion versus 75.6 billion in personal savings, with corporate profits rising 48 percent 1966 to 1976 while employee compensation climbed 136 percent. O'Riley notes payroll income dwarfs dividends and asks if the system matters to workers who save. What do you think.
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The
Wall Street Journal
Commerce Department
Journal
John O'Riley
O'Riley
California foundry worker faces stockpile allegations
The San Bernardino County sheriff’s office probes Donald G Wiggins property after agents unearthed several tons of weapons including machine guns mortars bazookas rockets grenades and a cyanide powder barrel on his land. A bail of 15000 was set with questions about guilt and potential public defender aid.
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California
San Bernadino County
Donald G Wiggins
Wiggins
Ohio Appointee Represents Labor On Industrial Commission
Leonard T. Lancaster, the new labor representative on the Ohio Industrial Commission, says he brings no new agendas and will follow statute in hearings. Lancaster, 39, appointed by Gov. Rhodes, previously led Akron’s Bureau of Workmen's Compensation. he notes ongoing probes into the system and supports swift action if wrongdoing is found.
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Columbus
Ohio
Ohio Industrial Commission
Senate
Gregory Stebbins
Johnston
Leonard T. Lancaster
GOP
James A. Rhodes
Lancaster
Willliam W. Johnston
Rhodes
Commission
Bureau of Workmen's Compensation
Bureau
Akron
Workmen's Compensation
Stebbins
Highway Patrol
University of Akron
Ohio Bar
Games of Civil Servants in Transition
Washington faces a lame duck atmosphere as Carter transition officials clash with Ford appointees. A Treasury secretary visit triggers fears of exposure and job security while aides joke about keeping distance and balancing loyalty amid shifting power. Carstairs faces a risky exchange over a written record.
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Washington
Ford
Carter
Civil Service
Planning a county wide disaster readiness program
A reader urges comprehensive disaster planning across state, county, and city agencies. The letter calls for an input driven plan detailing capabilities and equipment, annual workshops with the county director, a radiological monitoring team, designated shelter areas, and proactive organization to prevent future confusion. The author also notes Athens County could set an example for Ohio.
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the Messenger
Athens County
Ohio
Messenger ad about loose dog killing rabbit on property
Letter from a resident to the dog owner describes a dog running loose on the property and killing a pet rabbit beside its hutch, and references the holiday season.
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the Messenger
Athens Mental Health Inc. runs The Gathering Place on Congress Street
A resident of Athens Health Center shares how joining Athens Mental Health Inc. and The Gathering Place at 7 North Congress St. provides recreation and friendship. Directors Shirley and Tom Flynn are praised for their help and welcoming atmosphere as attendees plan to trim a tree and decorate the gathering spot.
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the Messenger
Athens Mental Health Center
Athens Mental Health Inc
North Congress St
Jim Burgess
Shirley
Tom Flynn
Memory of dialysis care at Mount St. Mary Hospital
The writer recalls their deceased mother treated at Mount St. Mary Hospital in Nelsonville with kidney dialysis. They praise the dedication of nurses like Mrs. Shirley Patel R.N. and others operating the dialysis machine, expressing gratitude for their kindness and life-saving care.
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the Messenger
Mount St. Mary Hospital
Nelsonville
Shirley Patel
R.N
CPR training support for Athens firefighters praised
A reader praises the Athens Fire Department CPR class as a life saving, two evening program funded by Councilman Jerry Adams to avoid layoffs. The writer urges signing up for a free session to learn to keep blood and oxygen flowing until help arrives. Laura B Gilham Route New Marshfield.
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the Messenger
Athens Fire Department
CPR
Jerry Adams
Laura B. Gilham
New Marshfield
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