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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1974
Page
1
Inflation remains high as June consumer prices rise one percent led by cars medical care mortgage costs and durable goods while food costs climb modestly. The government notes the economy faced a sharp decline in the first half of the year with GDP dropping for the second straight quarter.
The case outlines three broad articles of impeachment including obstruction of justice and abuse of power to be presented in two closed-door briefings by staff ahead of final deliberations next week. Republican Rep. McClory predicts some committee members will support at least one article and a Senate trial may follow.
More than 740000 Bell Telephone System workers started mail balloting on whether to strike as talks continue in several other labor stoppages. Nationwide union leaders urge a vote while copper strike talks pause and GM plants face walkouts.
Pavel Popovich and Yuri Artyukhin landed after a 15 day stay aboard Salyut 3. Tass reported the craft touched down in the preset area without disclosing location. Franco transfers temporary power to Prince Juan Carlos de Borbon amid phlebitis and gastric issues. recovery expected.
The Associated Press reports three separate killings in Ohio. In Circleville two unidentified men were found dead in a car trunk with mouths taped and heads wrapped in plastic. In Cincinnati Patrolman David Cole was killed. Roland Reaves, 23, is charged with aggravated murder and three others are sought. In Delphos authorities hunt for a killer after a large manhunt failed to locate the suspect.
Dry reads with a chance of thundershowers tonight and cooler conditions late. Lows drop to the low 60s. Saturday will be partly cloudy with highs in the upper 70s. Details on Page 2.
Cyprus ruler Makarios urged UN action after Cyprus military took over. the Security Council considered a draft demanding withdrawal of foreign officers. The United States withheld recognition of the new regime while Britain and NATO allies urged caution and legitimacy for Makarios.
The House voted 255 to 156 against a mild strip mining standards bill and 336 to 69 against a phase out bill. Debates centered on balancing environmental protection with energy needs. A committee bill aiming for national surface coal mining standards was favored as a compromise and faces further floor action.
Ohio Expositions Commission to sell lottery tickets at the 1974 State Fair after legal clearance. A $300000 lottery drawing is planned for Aug. 29. Grandstand shows run Aug 22 to Sept 2 with daily 4 30 and 8 30 performances. Notables include Orlando and Dawn, Johnny Cash, Beach Boys, Liza Minnelli, Seals and Crofts, Olivia Newton John, and the Day of Solid Gold finale. Free grandstand shows. gate admission $2 adults 50 cents children under 12.
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