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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 02, 1968

Page

4

Something Big Behind Nixon Campaign Staff Emerges

A young, capable brain trust forming around Richard Nixon signals a major bid for the Presidency. Liberal Republicans join a centrist Nixon faction as Raymond Price notes the boss’s view of youth and experience shaping a strong, broad-appeal ticket. Nixon, nearing 55, is the youngest potential standard bearer. Romney is 60, Rockefeller 59, Reagan 56.

Richard M. Nixon Raymond K. Price, Jr New York Herald Tribune Nixon Price George Romney Michigan Nelson A. Rockefeller New York Ronald Reagan California

Computerized schooling to test nationwide program in New York

A national rollout begins March 15 with 6000 pupils across 15 New York elementary schools in a large scale computer aided drill in reading writing and math. The $2.5 million federal grant backs the effort aimed at lifting disadvantaged students to job readiness and reducing unemployment.

New York Palo Alto Calif

Florida appeals court says tobacco maker liable for smoker's death

The Fifth Circuit orders a new jury to determine damages after two Florida juries found smoking caused lung cancer but exonerated American Tobacco Company for lack of knowledge. The decision retroactively makes the company liable for injuries, potentially opening many future claims. The manufacturer appeals to the Supreme Court amid broad social implications.

Florida American Tobacco Company U. S Court of Appeals For Fifth Circuit New Orleans Supreme Court

Signs of growing friction between Cuba and the Soviet Union

The piece argues Moscow may be curbing Cuba's subsidies and influence after years of financial aid and sugar purchases. It notes signs of strain, including harsh Pravda critiques of Che Guevara, a Cuban trade mission return from Moscow, and a reshuffle in Cuban leadership. The author warns whether the new measures hint at a broader reorientation of Cuban policy and Soviet leverage.

Fidel Castro Anibal Escalante Cuba Russia Kremlin Castro Widley Pravda Ernesto Che) Guevara Bolivia Havana A. A. Soldatov Moscow Escalante Guevara Latin America

A Conservative View James Kilpatrick on the Pueblo

Kilpatrick argues the Pueblo affair exposes the gap between public outrage and policy. He emphasizes the shadow world of intelligence, limits to national honor, and the need for patience and prudence rather than rash retaliation, noting the ship remains a pawn in a broader geopolitical game.

United Nations N. Y U.S.S Wonsan Ambassador Goldberg United States Rusk Security Council North Korean Council Stimson U. N Pueblo Korea

ABA study would favor probation over prison in many crimes

James Marlow notes an American Bar Association proposal urging judges to use probation or non custodial sentences as the starting point for most offenses. The plan would limit prison terms to serious crimes and allow rehabilitative sentencing, aiming to cut costs and reduce unnecessary confinement.

Barry Schweid Associated Press Washington American Bar Association ABA Colorado California

Picketing UAW Seeks Higher Wages in Brooklyn Office

Seven office employees of the United Auto Workers union in Brooklyn picket for higher wages. The office workers and UAW are separated by $3 on a proposed three year contract. Both sides bring bargaining experience but have yet to bridge the gap.

United Auto Workers Brooklyn Office UAW

New York School Guards Called After Principal Attack

After four intruders attacked a public school principal and two teachers in New York the superintendent of schools urged appointing security guards with limited arrest powers to police the citys 903 public schools daily Violence knows no limits.

New York

Mud Hens pick Athens for spring training site

The Toledo Mud Hens of the American Association chose Athens as their spring training base over Carbondale Illinois citing Ohio University activities as influential. Nelsonville City Council urged state action to repair or replace the unsafe Hocking River bridge on Route 278. General Chiang in Washington told the U S China had millions ready to fight for the Allies. Glouster village council meeting devolved into a gab fest with little business.

Toledo Mud Hens American Association Athens Carbondale Ohio University Nelsonville Hocking River Chiang Washington United States China Glouster Village

Railroads Agree Job Protections Ahead of Northwest Merger

Four railroads forming a Northwest system reach contracts with 21 employee unions to guarantee lifetime jobs for current workers as the Great Northern Northern Pacific Burlington and Spokane Portland Seattle merge. The ICC approved the merger on Nov 30, and protections limit replacements to retirement disability or death, aiming to shield current staff while future labor is hired.

Northwest Great Northern Northern Pacific Burlington Spokane Portland Seattle Interstate Commerce Commission

Party Discipline in Britain References Abstention Scandal

The ruling Labor Party barred 25 members from attending party caucuses after they abstained in a vote of confidence for Prime Minister Harold Wilson. The event highlights strict party discipline within the UK during Wilson's tenure.

Britain Labor Party Harold Wilson

Athens Miessenaer Advertises Daily Deliveries and Rates

The Athens newspaper lists delivery options and prices for daily and Sunday editions, including carrier and mail rates. It notes locations in Ohio and West Virginia, with a 1918 act classification and a mailing address at 43 W Union St, Athens, Ohio.

Athens Messenger the Messenger Publishing Company West Union Street Athens Ohio Frederick W. Bush Gordon K. Bush G. Kenner Bush M. W. McDargh Fred W. Weber Charles W. Reamer West Virginia US & Possessions Athens Post Office Ag Pecahing Co Union St

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