Athens Messenger History of the Publisher Family
The Athens Messenger lists the Bush family as publishers with Frederick W. Bush and Gordon K. Bush followed by G Kenner Bush and other staff including M W McDargh as Advertising Director and Fred W Weber as Circulation Director. The paper is published by The Messenger Publishing Company at 43 West Union Street Athens Ohio established 1823.
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Fred W. Weber
Charles W. Reamer
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Ferment in Congress sparks speakership challenge
The 91st Congress nears with a liberal ferment as Rep. Morris Udall leads a challenge to Speaker John W. McCormack. Wilbur Mills could gain if a showdown occurs, while Sen Edward Kennedy tests his first national bid challenging Sen Russell Long for Senate Whip amid 1972 nomination implications.
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NATO War Gap Widens As Warsaw Pact Outnumbers NATO
Col. James F. Dolson warns in NATO Letter that Warsaw pact forces dwarf NATO in tanks aircraft mortars artillery and other armaments. He argues NATO would rely on U S nuclear power early if war in Europe broke out, highlighting Europe's vulnerability and shifting American focus from Asia to the Atlantic continent.
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Economic Forum Predicts 1969 Growth Slower but Steady
The National Industrial Conference Board forecasts 1969 GDP to rise about 6.5 percent to $915 billion with real growth near 3.5 percent. Unemployment is expected to climb to 4.1 percent by mid 1971 then ease to 4 percent by year end. Inflation should ease to 3 percent as consumer spending remains pivotal. Paul McCracken named chair of the new Nixon Economic Advisers panel.
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Middle East settlement effort under pressure from Nasser and Russia
Washington watches a shifting Middle East scene as Nasser weakens and the Soviet Union seeks to justify intervention. The piece argues a settlement is unlikely under current terms and warns against rushing diplomacy before U.S. policy stabilizes and Israel faces domestic elections.
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Now Is The Time For Reason Concerning Middle East
William F Buckley Jr argues that Western powers erred in 1956 and warns Israel to balance internal defense with diplomacy. He urges concessions to Arab non belligerency to maintain U S backing, noting US sympathy for Israel, and warns against obduracy undermining support.
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Secretary of Railroads proposed by railroad executives
The Messenger Said 50 YEARS AGO reports that railroad executives planned to push a secretary of railroads as a cabinet member when before the Senate interstate commerce committee. The Ohio senate ratified the national prohibition amendment by a 20 to 12 vote. A jet propulsion fighter plane was announced by the U S Army Air Force as a successful development opening new travel vistas. Two Cleveland area youths from a religious sect received five year prison sentences for selective service law violations.
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Heated Highway Pipes to Run Under Alps Pass
Italy plans to pump 95 degree water through heated pipes laid under a roadbed in a pass leading to two tunnels from Italy to France and Switzerland. The system aims to melt ice and keep traffic flowing despite Alpine conditions, with many locations in the country seen as potential sites for such highways.
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Alps
New York Law Locks In First Year Auto Insurance Rules
New York state law effective January 1 limits cancellations during the policy’s first year to cases where a driver’s license is revoked or the premium is unpaid. The rule is presented as a break for drivers and suggested for nationwide adoption.
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New York State
Ohio Aged Face Hard Times Amid Rising Costs
In a letter to The Messenger the writer laments inflation and inadequate benefits for those over 65. He cites small Social Security increases, state tax burdens, and limited relief as Ohio ages struggle without organized labor or strong political power. He condemns state and federal indifference to the elderly plight.
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Why They Wear Them Editorial Note on Tonya Gwynn
The Messenger editorial refers to Tonya Gwynn as an American social psychology graduate. It notes she is an Ohio University graduate in social psychology, admitted early to graduate study in psychology, and elected to Phi Beta Kappa in 1967 68.
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Mine Death Toll in WV Spurs Coal Safety Push
West Virginia Representative Ken Hechler cites five thousand five hundred coal miner deaths since the U S Coal Mine Safety Act , with 1 864 in West Virginia. He calls for stricter federal laws as hearings are planned to tighten safety standards.
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Ken Hechler
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Defense Deputy Will Divest Holdings on Confirmation
Businessman David Packard, set to be deputy secretary of defense, will place his $300 million in his electric company in trust, resign all directorships, and forgo $700,000 in annual dividends plus $255,000 from other sources. His government salary will be $30,000 annually.
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David Packard
Newspaper Rates and Postal Details for The Messenger
The notice lists daily publication with AP credits and pricing. It outlines weekday and Sunday single-copy costs, carrier and mail delivery options, and various subscription rates for Ohio West Virginia and elsewhere. It specifies addresses for mail, including The Messenger Publishing Co. in Athens Ohio and the post office classification.
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