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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1973
Page
4
The Frederick Messenger notes publication details for February 6 1973 including publisher Frederick W Bush circulation director G Fred W Weber and advertising director M W McDargh plus the paper’s historical name and date.
Dempsey Byrd, editor of Hearsight, Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind, offers ten guidelines to live by despite criticism and obstacles. The rules urge doing good, staying honest, thinking big, aiding underdogs, and pursuing excellence, regardless of responses.
Hal Boyle recalls memories from a bygone era, noting how memories arrive unbidden and reflect shifts in society. He contrasts old joys like popcorn, cheap coffee, and friendly neighbors with modern changes, Prohibition, price hikes, and the049 rise of fast living, urging readers to remember those days.
A Gallup poll finds 68 percent of Americans approve of President Nixon, 25 percent disapprove, and 7 percent have no opinion. The rise follows the North Vietnam peace settlement and marks a 14 point gain since January. The survey of 1,217 adults across about 250 localities also shows high 77 percent approval of Nixon's handling of the Vietnam situation.
The article outlines eligibility for the revised short income tax form for 1972. It covers standard versus itemized deductions, the 15 percent standard deduction up to $2,000 for joint filers, and when itemizing may save money. It notes thresholds for itemizing benefits and guidance on joint versus separate returns for married couples.
A 50 year old Messenger note recalls Canada petitioning Washington for a treaty on Great Lakes borders focusing on armaments bases and aircraft use over the lakes. Also mentions an Athens board decision on hiring a new truancy officer due to illness of Charles Bobo. Senator Russell accuses Truman of FBI tactics to end segregation. Movie "Killer McCoy" plays at Athena theater with Rooney Donlevy Blythe.
William F Buckley denounces the Supreme Court majority for its abortion ruling. He argues the court dodged the life-beginning question, overstated viability, and politicized a moral issue, warning it resembles the Dred Scott decision of the 20th century.
Sen. Ronald M. Mottl proposes adopting a Idaho Alaska style uniform probate code to cut costs and speed estate settlements. The bill would reduce attorney fees and court expenses, offer three administration options, protect creditors, and shift duties away from judges and bonding companies.
A letter asks readers to pray at noon EST on Sunday February 4 for Rev. Leonard Ferguson of Logan Ohio who is in serious condition with an inoperable brain tumor. The writer urges faith in divine healing and faith as essential to the miracle.
A letter from John Spofforth of Morris Avenue argues Athens should widen Richland Avenue before new construction. He cites high speed traffic near Heck’s, East State Street hazards from planned Holiday Inn and Kroger sites, and a fragile residential and recreation area setting urging city planners to show foresight.
Athens Messenger announces prices for daily and Sunday editions by mail and carrier delivery. Rates include one week to one year options for Ohio West Virginia and other U S possessions with varying durations and prices. Second class matter designation noted and mailing address provided.
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