Newspaper staff credits for June 1, 1973
The item lists Fred W. Weber as Circulation Director and M. W. McDargh as Advertising Director for Friday, June 1, 1973.
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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1973
Page
4
The item lists Fred W. Weber as Circulation Director and M. W. McDargh as Advertising Director for Friday, June 1, 1973.
Lawmakers face heat over 5 billion in farm subsidies and 5 billion in price effects. Rep Findley exposes a 96 page list of subsidy recipients, arguing big operators profit while the poorest gain little and prices rise.
The May 16 radio address touches on reform of federal election law and two proposals: a single six year presidential term and four year House terms. Nixon cites historical debate, noting support and opposition, and suggests a presidential commission study the ideas.
The letter defends a village radar citation issued to Floyd Gillett on April 26 1973 noting 35 mph limits and radar enforcement. It states Gillett faced a May 28 1973 court date after posting bond, details the officer's conduct and notes two points against his license.
The piece weighs possible endings to Watergate and Nixon's fate. It notes Democratic strategy to exploit the scandal to gain elections while Republicans seek a resolved slate with Agnew and 1976 hopes. It cites Elliot Richardson’s confirmation hearings and the appointment of a special prosecutor Archibald Cox.
Rep. Charles F. Kurfess once sought the Ohio governorship and led the House as speaker. Now out of the speaker’s chair, he shifts toward possible Attorney General bids while Democrats plan fairground campaign strategies to exploit past tensions. Watergate fallout dominates national headlines with Haldeman Ehrlichman Mitchell links and Gen Haig’s wiretap disclosures fueling mistrust.
The record notes Senate passage of a one branch confirmation requirement for cabinet officers seeking a second term and limits on impounding funds. It also lists House approval of denial of new funds for Cambodian bombing, and committees working on tax revision foreign trade talks and education programs.
May 21 25 votes show House failed to override Nixon veto 236 178 on a bill requiring Senate confirmation of Roy L Ash and Frederick V Malek as OMB leaders and future appointees. The tally missed two thirds by 40 votes with supporters arguing OMB powers require Senate approval and opponents calling the measure unconstitutional for retroactive grounds.
Lawmakers debated a 1974 NASA authorization of 3 billion including Skylab and Space Shuttle funding. Miller voted against the bill as supporters argued space tech aids health and education. Over veto votes, Saxbe and Taft split on OMB post confirmations, Richardson cleared for Attorney General amid Cox probe independence concerns.
A reader criticizes the Nelsonville York School District for awarding letters to boys while girls, despite hard work, often receive none. The writer cites the first ever girls basketball letter this year and urges equal recognition and support for girls sports and leadership.
Community member praises the Art Department at Ohio University for SMAWK Saturday Morning Art Workshop offering weaving photography pottery sculpture printmaking painting and drawing for children and adults. Recommends families with children over seven explore the fall session. Athens is highlighted as a great place to live.
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