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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1976
Page
4
The Athens IJt Messenger lists staff titles for 1976 with Frederick W. Bush as publisher followed by Gordon K. Bush and G. Kenner Bush as publishers in succession. Richard R. Paynter serves as general manager and Karl W. Runser as managing editor.
Editorial urges Congress to probe the Argo Merchant disaster off Massachusetts. It condemns permit of a suspect ship carrying millions of gallons of fuel oil and calls for tougher controls on U S oil shipments to prevent future spills and protect fisheries and beaches.
The tribute notes Richard J. Daley’s 22 year rule of Chicago as unmatched in power and effect. He shaped municipal government, elevated successors, and kept the machine running, earning praise for a prospering, livable city amid strong critique of his methods.
The National Committee for Manpower Policy urges shifting federal focus from broad welfare to job preparation, with emphasis on youth work, and suggests trimming unemployment benefits to 26 weeks. It highlights 7.8 million jobless, nearly half under 24, and backs expanding Youth Conservation Corps and Jobs Corps as Carter takes office.
A columnist recalling the Harry Reems obscenity case explores federal reach and the role of community standards. The piece discusses 1972 Deep Throat production, 1973 standards change, and debates over government authority versus local norms. It questions Memphis as trial venue and the broader implications for censorship.
In a Libertarian view the speaker questions who sets societal norms and notes San Francisco and New York as standard bearers for Memphis. The remarks discuss Harry Reems, legal fairness, and broader concerns about immigration and Canadian influence, dated October 24, 1926.
Ohio study shows six closed districts rely more on state aid than local taxes over six years. Toledo leads with 167 percent state aid rise since 1971 while local taxes grew 7 percent. Wayne and Crawford districts show widest per pupil tax disparities.
President elect Carter faces tough economy moves as Rootin' Motors upgrades cut 1,000 jobs while the firm seeks demand for its Dolphins. Glutton Machinery workers stay employed, but broader recession hits customers. The tale ends with Carter warned to fix Laidlaw's unemployment.
Consumer Reports advises foil is costly for sandwich protection while plastic wrap offers better cling when dry and at room temperature. It notes foil can cause pinholes and salt corroding foil, and waxed paper suits baking tasks. It also covers ammunition recalls, fuel saving tips, snow tires, and insurance claim trends with practical cautions.
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