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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1974
Page
4
Fred W. Weber named Circulation Director and M. W. McDargh named Advertising Director. The announcements assign leadership roles within the newspaper staff and outline authority over circulation and advertising operations.
The essay condemns Italian Fiat and La Stampa for a mocked Qaddafi piece. It notes Libyan oil leverage risks for Italy and cites Kennan advocating a selective Arab oil boycott. Europe faces pressure to lead by halting Arab oil purchases.
In 1973 the energy crisis sparks worries about fuel shortages and lifestyle changes. Officials predict altered work hours, travel planning, and potential shifts in taxation and transportation funding. Environmental and legislative responses loom as Ohio plans for fuel shortages and new energy policies.
The Messenger notes that 50 years ago C. H. Harris was re elected clerk of the Athens City Council and Third Ward Councilman Rowland was named president pro tem Roger J. Jones served as council president. A 25 years ago sheriff George Bateman questioned and released two suspects in the murder of Eleanor E. Gifford found dead from skull fractures and cerebral hemorrhage.
Mechanicstown Ohio AP reports new US attorney general William B Saxbe, Ohio's senior senator, warns demagoguery from elected officials and job seekers as the national government faces turmoil and an energy crisis. Saxbe, about to take office, says the country faces a severe test but retains confidence in private enterprise.
Senate approval comes as Saxbe stresses need for a non-CRP link and solid legal background. He notes FBI vetting over two days, says no major DOJ leadership changes expected, and he will balance duties for the special Watergate prosecutor while remaining independent of Jaworski.
A humorous account portrays President Nixon flying commercial to San Clemente, praising fuel savings and faith in aviation, while noting delays and a chaotic reservation process including a long wait, a busy airline computer, and a canceled flight with improvised seating and shifting plans.
The article reviews a Chase Manhattan study showing a 59 percent average profit rise for 30 major oil companies in the first 11 months of 1973, with Shell Exxon and Gulf Oil cited. It notes higher domestic prices and production, tax hikes on Oct 16 to Jan 1, and forecasts profits and investments into 1974 and beyond driven by demand in Europe Asia and the United States.
The Athens Messenger lists daily and Sunday single copy prices and mail rates. It notes delivery by carrier and tube route, with 1918 act second class matter status and the publisher’s Route 33 North address in Athens Ohio 45701.
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