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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 18, 1977

Page

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Senate Likely to Back Carter B1 Bomber Cut

The Senate is expected to back President Carter by deleting all funding for the costly B1 bomber from the defense bill. Sources say the House will likely agree as part of broader measures this week including an agriculture bill and voting reform.

Senate Washington Carter House Frank Thompson D-N.j Congress Gerald Ford Ways and Means Fund For Social Security U.S Israel Begin West Bank Gaza Land of Israel Judea Samaria Golan Heights Sinai Promised Land Dayan Anwar Sadat Jerusalem

Language bill could boost ADC payments in two year window

In Columbus the House plans a Tuesday vote on a budget related language bill that could allow the State Controlling Board to raise Aid to Dependent Children payments by at least 25 cents per recipient if funds permit. The measure also funds uniform agency accounting and boosts Disadvantaged Pupil Impact Aid for big city districts, with Cleveland Toledo and Dayton receiving sizable shares.

Associated Press Columbus, Ohio House Senate Ohio Pete Crossland State Controlling Board Control Board Wilkins James A. Rhodes Kenneth Creasy Department of Public Welfare Creasy ADC Cleveland Toledo Dayton Rhodes

Begin carries secret Mideast peace plan for talks with Carter

Israeli Prime Minister Menahem Begin arrives in Washington with a secret complete peace plan aimed at guiding negotiations with Arab states. Carter signals openness to a Palestinian homeland idea but opposes an independent state, suggesting a linked entity under Jordan with continued Israeli security.

Washington Menahem Begin Carter Mideast State Department Begin West Bank Jordan River Gaza Prsident Moshe Dayan Israel Jordan

Fires Burn Across Utah Forests Kill Three Firefighters

Fires in Ashley National Forest Utah totaled 1200 acres with three firefighters killed after winds shifted. Additional large blazes in Montana Wyoming and Utah threaten more land while crews nationwide battle broad wildfire activity aided by air support and heavy equipment.

Associated Press Utah Ashley National Forest Montana Wyoming Boise Forest Service Timber Canyon Hanna Horse Ridge Duchesne Nephi Mt. Nebo Pattee Canyon Missoula

State official to hear comments on dairy lane barn razing

An official from the state mental health department will be in Athens tonight to hear public comments about the proposed razing of a historic barn on Dairy Lane. The session is slated for Page 3.

State Mental Health Department Athens Dairy Lane

Chamber backs annexation push from Athens Chamber chief

Jesse Perry, newly elected president of the Athens Chamber of Commerce, announced support for increased annexation while noting no new areas with sewer and water facilities and no undeveloped places within city limits.

Athens Chamber of Commerce Jesse Perry

Not Your Average Star Is a West Liberty Youth

Seventy year old Andy Detwiler headlines a feature on a local TV star with a playful twist, highlighting unusual fame and community ties in a small town setting.

West Liberty Andy Detwiler

Unions Hire Broadway Actor for Cleveland Theater

Cleveland unions sign a Broadway actor to star in their fall production of John L. Lewis, Disciple of Discontent, marking a labor history moment for the city.

Cleveland John L. Lewis

Government urges clearer labels on products for consumers

The federal government plans to reduce guesswork in shopping by urging manufacturers to include labels covering performance, efficiency, and noise levels. The initiative aims to help buyers compare items more accurately and make informed choices.

Women’s

Gallup Poll doctors three part series on attitudes toward gays

Princeton New Jersey headline notes Gallup Poll launches a three part series on homosexuality and public attitudes toward gays. The editorial page mentions weather with warm humid conditions and isolated thunderstorms later Tuesday with highs in the mid 90s and a 30 percent rain chance.

Princeton, N.J Gallup

Peace powwow ends two century war between Utes and Comanches

In Ignacio Colorado, the Southern Utes and Comanches plan a four day peace gathering to end a long lasting feud. Leaders Buckskin Charlie and Quannah Parker will preside as tribes smoke peace pipes exchange handshakes and perform the Black Knife Peace Dance revived since 1918. A large attendance is expected with invitations to other tribes. No formal treaty is required though symbolic rawhide scrolls may be exchanged.

West Texas Panhandle Buckskin Charlie Quannah Parker Heath Mesa Colorado Oklahoma

Lawnmower Regulation Eyed as Noise and Safety Clash

Washington reports a government clash over power mowers as the CPSC pursues safety standards and the EPA seeks noise controls. Judges including John J. Sirica oversee lawsuits by power mower makers against mandatory rules to curb blade injuries and debris projection.

Washington Consumer Product Safety Commission Environmental Protection Agency U.S. District Court John J. Sirica Waterloo Eton Commission Consumer Product Agency EPA

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