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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1974
Page
6
The listing names Fred W. Weber as Circulation Director M. W. McDargh as Advertising Director Charles W. Reamer as Managing Editor and Richard R. Paynter as Assistant To The Publisher in a historic newspaper staff roll.
William F Buckley argues Watergate may hollow out the Republican Party by 1977, while John Rhodes claims the scandal could ultimately strengthen GOP principles. The piece contrasts elected rhetoric with historic party leadership and questions voters' willingness to reexamine GOP ideals.
In first person interview Washington notes the American dollar proclaims a comeback after 1973 losses. It boasts victories over the French Franc Japanese Yen West German Mark and British Pound while predicting future bouts with Gold and sparring with the Spanish Peso.
Ohio statewide polls show Governor John J. Gilligan expanding his lead over critic James A. Rhodes. In October 49 percent approved of Gilligan, 34 percent disapproved, 17 percent undecided. By December approval rose to 52 percent while disapproval fell to 24 percent.
The Ohio poll shows neutrality rising to 24 percent, with Republicans shifting toward Gilligan. Republicans approve 45 percent and disapprove 39 percent, independents move to 52 percent approving, while Rhodes drops to 31 percent. Gilligan leads 56 to 44 in a hypothetical race if voters chose now.
Washington AP outlines IRS computer checks for overall credibility on 1973 federal returns. Taxpayers should itemize deductions, keep detailed records, and claim eligible expenses. home ownership aids long form deductions, casualty losses have $100 floor, and medical costs exceed 3 percent of adjusted gross income with special rules for premiums. Travel and parking costs to medical services are deductible.
The Athens County New Care Dealers Association runs a full page ad urging readers to contact their legislators to relax car emission controls. Russell E Train EPA administrator discussed action against a New Jersey dealer group promoting disconnection of emission controls as energy savings.
Andee Johan, Environmental Chairman, and Karen Harvey, President, Athens League of Women Voters, urge constituents to contact their legislators about the energy crisis. They warn that solving energy problems should not come at the environment's expense.
Fifty years ago Ohio sport lovers supported a 60 cent fishing license to fund stream restocking. The Ohio River crested at 44.5 feet, easing fears of area residents in Athens County. Police reported no losses due to the floodwaters.
Public forum invites letters on issues of public interest. Do not use for personal notices. Include writer name address and telephone. Only signed letters published. Preference given to one page or less. We edit and condense to fit space and reader interest.
The Athens Messenger lists daily and Sunday single copies priced at 15 and 25 cents respectively with home delivery and tube route options. Mail rates are shown for Ohio, West Virginia, and elsewhere, with durations from one week to one year, reflecting standard second class matter status.
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