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Karl W. Runser as editor in chief with Roy Cross district editor Herb Amer city editor and Fred Whissel editorial page editor comprise the week’s masthead for the newspaper.
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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1976
Page
4
Karl W. Runser as editor in chief with Roy Cross district editor Herb Amer city editor and Fred Whissel editorial page editor comprise the week’s masthead for the newspaper.
Congress may reassess timber management after the Democratic National Convention as S 3091 seeks to replace the 1897 Organic Act with strengthened Forest Service rules. Environmentalists oppose the practice while proponents argue it supports wildlife habitat, reforestation, and responsible timber use amid calls for a fresh start to national forest policy.
AP analyst Norman Auerbach warns that rising government regulation and antibusiness sentiment threaten private enterprise. He argues Congress and agencies bombard business with paperwork and urges letting the private system work. Auerbach, future Coopers & Lybrand managing partner, cites wartime incentives and productivity as models for peacetime gains.
Washington columnist argues that reporting on public figures involves ethics and public interest. He praises legitimate articles about Hays Howe Vanik Waggoner and Young, condemns Jack Anderson’s Byrd smear as untrustworthy, and urges editors to uphold standards while recognizing the news value of named individuals.
Ohio state officials acknowledge delays in distributing final payments for the 1974 75 registration year totaling about 10 million dollars. The funds will be split among 1 145 taxing districts, with 95 percent already distributed and the rest to be mailed by July first.
The piece notes Italy’s election produced a Christian Democratic victory with 38.7 percent, reversing a slide but highlighting short term woes. It argues the party should drop anti Communist rhetoric used to mask corruption and inefficiency to gain US and allied support for stabilization.
Will Ogers notes regional results show 38.3 percent in 1972 parliamentary vote with gains by reform-minded candidates like Umberto Agnelli. The old Christian Democrats, led by Amintore Fanfani, remain dominant but face calls for an accord with the Communists to curb inflation, boost investment, and reform nationalized industries with Western aid tied to consultation with the Communist bloc.
Solar Journal declares solar heating now practical and cheaper than traditional hot water systems. Installation about 3000 dollars for a solar furnace with forced air, versus 3500 dollars typical for hot water heating. Offers ongoing fuel savings and higher home resale value, with distribution via a monthly tabloid and contact options.
Letters criticize the Athens public hearing on proposals for the Mental Health Center Children’s Center and Ohio University medical school. Attendees report disorderly conduct and demeaning behavior by a speaker, urging readers to contact legislators. Elizabeth Dodd responds about editorial bias and press freedom.
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