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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1969
Page
4
The Messenger Publishing Company listing and staff details from Athens Ohio December 19 1969 issue note editors publishers and circulation director names. The item reads like a masthead with dates and positions rather than a news event.
The Minnesota Supreme Court ruled it is not slanderous to call a lawyer involved in an urban renewal dispute an SOB as malice must be shown only for public figures. The decision holds that a person who becomes a public figure must tolerate such remarks without a harmed law practice.
The Dayton Daily News argues Ohio has downplayed organized crime, noting federal maps show strong activity in Cleveland and Youngstown. It criticizes state efforts as insufficient and urges decisive action beyond education and lip service.
Sen. Long of Louisiana warns that tax reductions amid a $4.7 billion projected budget deficit threaten fiscal order. He argues government must balance its books before pressuring bankers to lower rates or restrain price increases.
Washington insight argues blacks are a minority facing a hostile climate as Nixon pursues poverty and hunger programs while Republicans balance defense against civil rights pressure. It highlights leaders like Mills Albert McCormack and liberal Republicans Scott Griffin Brooke and calls for younger lawmakers such as Udall Mondale Brademas O’Hara to take charge.
James Kilpatrick argues for parole under the administration bill as the House votes 208 to 203. He contends extending the act harms federal structure while noting gains in Black registration and political participation in the South, urging a Senate approval with revocation if violations recur.
Washington profile of Clark R. Mollenhoff now serving as special counsel to President Nixon. Once a crusading reporter, he is described as a partisan official shaping press access and controlling quotes while supervising a large White House staff.
Anita Young reports Senator Collins will meet Alexander PTA January 27 to discuss district finances and education bills. He expresses concern over perceived pressure from letters blaming the education committee, promising honest answers from educators and lawmakers as voters must be free from intimidation.
A brief tribute highlights police work in Athens Route 2 with praise for law enforcement. The piece emphasizes the roles of police and courts and mentions the president of the university.
Oscar McGee of The Plains argues for a one cent per bottle soft drink tax to support school funding. He asserts current taxes burden homeowners and retirees and calls for eliminating tax reliance on real estate while reducing unnecessary admin salaries.
The Athens Messenger lists delivery and pricing terms for daily and Sunday editions, including carrier and mail options, rates for Ohio West Virginia and other U S destinations, and post office registration details. It notes second class matter status and the publisher’s address at 43 W Union St Athens Ohio 45701.
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