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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1973
Page
10
Excerpts from a John Adams letter printed on July 4, 1776, celebrate independence and freedom. The piece blends patriotic lines with a modern reflection on national identity and enduring liberty across the United States.
James Kilpatrick argues that aging Revolution veterans might have sided with the Crown, claiming today’s bicentennial is led by Tories. He contrasts ARBC with the Peoples Bicentennial Commission, praising its energy while criticizing official promoters and urging renewed focus on Revolution ideals and power.
The Messenger notes talk of buying the Berry Hotel building to demolish it for a 75 car parking lot. This could worsen traffic at Court and Congress streets at 5 p.m. The writer suggests ground floor business space with offices above. Harold Etaw Athens.
Athens consumers urged to boycott grapes and head lettuce to pressure California growers to recognize the United Farm Workers. After three years of conflict and a 7,000 lettuce pickers walkout, workers seek secret ballot elections and union representation, urging nonviolent action until growers concede.
The Gallup survey shows Americans severely lacking confidence in major institutions at mid 1973. Big business and labor unions rank low, while the church and public schools retain majority trust. Alarm over Congress arises from beliefs that some members used unethical or illegal methods to win elections.
Washington insight by Joseph Kraft argues that Senate hearings show the Nixon era pushed the U S toward a police state. He cites FBI CIA misuse, break ins, and White House pressure on courts and Congress, suggesting impeachment may be necessary.
The newspaper invites letters from the public on topics of general interest and states editors welcome reader views. Preference will be given to letters that fit one page or less for publication considerations.
In Washington AP reports key moves include Social Security increase and Indochina fund cutoffs, $2.6 billion for vocation and rehab, $120 million rural water programs, and vetoes sustained on several measures. Elderly aid, rural electric extension, price and rent controls enacted. Highway program awaits con promise.
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