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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 09, 1971

Page

14

Conservatives Dream On Eight Year Terms For Federal Judges

Justice tenure reform debate surfaces as Senator Byrd proposes eight year terms with Senate reconfirmation. The piece weighs independence versus accountability, noting historical views by Jefferson and discussions of term limits in various states. It suggests a cautious, conservative shift toward periodic review while acknowledging constitutional hurdles.

Washington Virginia Harry F. Byrd Jr Senate John Lindsay Byrd Judiciary Committee Supreme Court High Court Jefferson Ship Congress William O. Douglas Douglas Supreme Law of the Land Massachusetts

Local Newspaper Staff Credits

G Kenner Fred W Weber and M W McDargh are listed as circulation and advertising directors respectively in the newspaper masthead.

G. Kenner Fred W. Weber M. W. McDargh

Attendee voting records and Memorial Day tribute noted

Ohio Rep. Clarence E. Miller posts a perfect attendance record with 987 consecutive votes by May 31, while Sen. Saxbe and Sen. Taft Jr. lag in missed votes. In June roll calls, Miller opposed NASA funding and supported manpower programs. Athens observes a sheriff mounted unit at Memorial Day services with thanks to Sheriff Shields and Chaplain Cronin.

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Youth Outreach Centers Fight Drug Problems Nationwide

National Center for Youth Outreach Workers in Chicago trains youth to address drug and related troubles in neighborhoods. Programs like Number 9 in New Haven empower teens with crisis centers, hotlines, arts labs, and crash pads, highlighting prevention and peer-led help over formal protocols.

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Unnecessities We Could Do Without Says Hal Boyle

New York column lists common irritations and social quirks from people obsessed with weight to stiflingly expensive fads. It jokes about stenographers in hot pants, noisy bus conversations, and overpriced hash, while critiquing vanity and misplaced priorities in modern life.

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Prince Hirohito Seeks Peace with United States

The Messenger recalls an exclusive United Press interview in which Prince Hirohito expresses hope for ongoing cooperation between America and Japan to foster global peace and mutual benefit.

United Press Prince Hirohito Japan America Clyde Battin Athens High School

Athens Messenger publication details and pricing

The Athens Messenger lists daily and Sunday editions with Associated Press affiliation. It provides subscription rates by mail for Ohio, West Virginia, and elsewhere, including weekly, monthly, and yearly terms, and notes second class matter status and mailing address at 43 W Union St Athens Ohio.

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Washington Insight: Kraft on Marijuana and Heroin Link

An analysis questions the administration of Nixon and its stance on marijuana as a step toward heroin. It argues marijuana use is widespread among youths, while heroin remains concentrated among urban, underworld groups with differing social contexts. The piece notes inconsistent data, police corruption concerns, and says the case for a direct marijuana heroin link is unproven.

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Reserved stance urged on marijuana policy amid evolving experiments

The piece argues for an open mind and waiting for Marijuana Commission guidance. It suggests studying varied state and city experiments, urging the President to avoid drug-war dogma and rise above domestic political battles with enlightened leadership. It emphasizes staying above social tensions.

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