Battle of Clear Creek enters new phase in reservoir fight
In the Battle of Clear Creek local and regional figures clash over a proposed reservoir. Critics cite private land culling damaging a unique nature area while supporters urge public ownership to protect scenery and water resources for regional use. The debate threads through state and federal agencies as the project faces further study and potential delays.
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Shane
Wits
Hear Creek
Cléar Creek
Woodlad
Nature
Clear Creek
Corps of Engineers
Duy Logan
Ohio
Hocking Valley
Puches
Baty Ou
ONO
Mosk
lHookli
Valles Tom Lancaster
Athens
Hocking
Conservancy District
Athens United Appeal Sets New Local Fundraising Mark
The Athens United Appeal reports a record collection of 67000 dollars, surpassing a 60000 dollar goal and the largest sum raised in the community effort. Directors announce another term after the drive, noting the campaign’s rebound after years of failure and renewed public support for 1969 needs of participating agencies.
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Athens United Appeal Anganivetion
United Appeal Board of Directors
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United Appeal
Athens
Rusk Appointment Proves Maddox Does Not Speak For Georgia
An unsigned editorial argues former Secretary of State Dean Rusk becoming a University of Georgia professor shows Georgia’s governorship does not reflect the state’s broader views. It notes Rusk’s liberal stance and Maddox’s controversial image, praising the regents for the choice. The piece cites Atlanta’s progress and rural political sway in a critique of Georgia’s image.
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Dean Rusk
Johnson
Hus
Rusk
Board of Regents
University System
University of Georgia
Lester Maddox
Vietnam
Georgia
Union
Atlanta
Maddox
Dear Rusk
Iter National Law
Education notes and quotes on higher education stake
A collection of notes and quotes emphasizes voter and representative responsibility in improving the performance and quality of higher education, stressing that every citizen has a stake in the system and public support is crucial for progress.
Alabama Consumer Leader Urges U S Steel to Buy Local
John Ripp president of the Alabama Consumers Association faults United States Steel for buying foreign raw materials while domestic sources are nearby. He says U S Steel should ban foreign cars and trucks from its premises and buy its inputs at home.
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United States Steel
John Ripp
Alabama Consumers Association
U.S. Steel
Nixon Approval at 61 Percent in Latest Poll
Princeton findings show 61 percent of Americans approve of President Nixon a year into his term, with 24 percent disapproving. The poll tracks a downward trend from a high near 68 percent after his Vietnam speech, amid mixed views on war policy and pace. The data comes from 19 nationwide surveys through 1969, reflecting shifting public sentiment and debates over de escalation and Vietnam.
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Princeton
Yehard Mo MiKo
Cote
Chivanly
Nemarerhiy Saii
Vietnam
Jis Iaw
Tresident Nigun
Lovely
White House
Dwight 2D. Eisenhower
Lyndon Johnson
John Kennedy
Harry Truman
Eisenhower
Nixon
Key Croups
Bitters
Paign
Ives
Niack
Daly
Nixon Eee
Casero Ytteere
Jobson
Kennedy
Truman
A Conservative View James Kilpatrick on Biafra Afterthoughts
Kilpatrick assesses U S responses during Biafra and Vietnam, arguing a moral failing in halting famine despite food aid. He notes Britain’s historic role, questions intervention ethics, compares Jewish genocide concerns to Biafra, and critiques cost justifications for killing in war.
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Biafra
United States
England
Nigeria
Vietnam
Dea
Germany
Ralph Jochhuth
New York
Pope Pius XII
Ralph Hochhuth
Paul the VI
Lyndon Johnson
Vice President Jokes From a Boss’s View in New York
HAL BOYLE humor column sketches a boss’s take on the office hierarchy and the steady climb from secretary to vice president. The quips lampoon the tired status of a corporate heirarchy with a steady stream of office minutiae and social cues.
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New York
Ctsas
Tiswell
Letter from The Messenger Welcomes Public Letters
The Messenger invites brief letters from readers signed in ink. Include the writer’s address and telephone number for verification. Clean letters only will be considered for publication, and editors reserve the right to condense submissions.
Newspaper subscription rates and mailing details
The notice lists subscription prices for Daily and Sunday editions, by mail and locally, including weekly, quarterly, semiannual, and yearly rates. It also notes post office entry as second class matter and provides the publisher address at 43 W Union St. Athens.
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Trebe Hoshe
Sassanesaesa
Vingnia
Athens Post Office
Meseeneen Punts Ubertising Co
W. Union St
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