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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1976
Page
4
The Athens Messenger lists staff including Frederick W. Bush and Gordon K. Bush as former publishers, with G. Kenner Bush and Richard R. Paynter in leadership roles. Current management features Karl Runser as managing editor and Fred W. Weber II as circulation manager, plus Roy Cross and others in editorial and advertising positions.
Reagan announced Sen Richard Schweiker of Pennsylvania as his vice presidential choice at a Los Angeles press conference. The piece notes the unusual premature VP pick and argues Ford backers should not accuse Reagan of foul play, acknowledging delegates may favor a quick, clear ticket before the convention.
The Sunday Messenger reports the NRA annual meeting moved from Washington DC to Cincinnati in response to DC lawmakers banning private gun ownership. The shift appears a protest against gun control with attendees potentially armed.
In a broad contrast with Republicans Carter argues for more job growth even if it risks higher inflation, while Ford era policy emphasizes measured steps to curb inflation and reduce unemployment. Analysts note Democrats favor riskier stimulus while Republicans pursue stability.
A columnist flags Ambassador Scranton's remarks on liberating southern Africa and guerrilla warfare in Rhodesia. The piece questions US moral objections to terrorism, defends clarity on what constitutes liberation, and critiques language used by officials and UN framing. The author urges precise definitions of southern Africa and scrutiny of US policy.
A 1932 excerpt links Will Rogers and US government aid to anti terrorism aims in southern Africa. Scranton notes Rogers words tie to Africa events and calls for liberation from politicians who endorse overseas violence. The speaker jokes about Hollywood as a venue for fast imagery.
A humorous exchange mocks Mars exploration as Kampelman jokes Viking landed on Chryse Planitia and would have found Martians if cameras chose beaches or deserts. The dialogue shifts to light banter about Martians, housing, and TV fame as the segment ends with switching to ABC.
Columbus Ohio AP reports a new law governing witness immunity in criminal trials to protect witnesses from self incrimination while ensuring courts can compel testimony. Immunity prevents use of revelations against the witness in future cases with exceptions for perjury tampering falsification or contempt.
Letters urge safer traffic around Hope Dairy Armitage Rd intersection and Stimson Ave crossing near East Side School. Advocates note busy routes include Athens County Sheltered Workshop buses and Beacon School riders. Call for reduced speeds 8 9 am and 2 3 pm and a stop light at Stimson Campbell. Signed by Sue A Jeffers and eight others.
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