Buckley on the Pentagon Papers and government deception
William F Buckley Jr analyzes the Pentagon Papers noting government dissimulation is inherent in statecraft. He argues democratic lies differ in moral framing, cites Eisenhower and Roosevelt, and warns readers may misinterpret the documents while undermining faith in democratic mechanisms.
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Khrushchev
Hungary
Budapest
Eisenhower
Russia
United States
Pentagon
Washington
Saigon
Athens newspaper masthead listing publishers and address
The Athens Messenger masthead shows The Messenger Publishing Company at 43 West Union Street Athens Ohio. It credits Frederick W Bush as publisher 1896 1929 and Gordon K Bush as publisher 1929 1965 outlining historic leadership.
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the Messenger Publishing Company
West Union Street
Athens
Ohio
Frederick W. Bush
Gordon K. Bush
Newspaper Staff Roster Details Key Personnel
The listing names G. Kenner Bush as publisher Fred W. Weber as circulation director Charles W. Reamer as managing editor M. W. McDargh as advertising director and Richard R. Paynter as assistant to the publisher.
Housing Leads Economy in Early 1971 Recovery Signals
Housing starts in the first four months of 1971 show a 1,833,000 annual rate, a 21 year high, with 1950's pace second only to 1950. One family home sales rose 57 percent year over year, averaging 640,000, while time to sale dropped to three months. Foreclosure rates continue to fall as new residence spending climbs. Police press cards used by reporters in Madison raise questions about licenses and constitutional rights.
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National Association of Home Builders
Madison
Wis
Dilemma of Pentagon Papers Coverage Sparks Debate
Analysis argues the revelations repeat known facts and expose biases in the Times and Washington Post coverage. It contends editors influenced by current stances, omitting key records, and questions the presidents role and intent in escalation. Civil disobedience and leaks reshape public trust in secrecy.
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Times
Washington Post
Washington
Pentagon
New York Times
The
White House
State Department
Leslie H. Gelb
Vietnam
the Times
the Post
Congress
Southeast Asia
American Inter
Ment
Martin Luther King
Hypocrisy in Civil Disobedience Across Wars
Opinionists contrast the justified civil disobedience in one era with harsher judgment for May Day protests. They question police methods and note media reports on wartime conduct, suggesting a bias in how authority is judged across World War II and Vietnam.
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Washington
the Times
the Post
Roosevelt
Vietnam
Hitler
Ho Chi Minh
Mailbag Wisdom and Odd Facts from Hal Boyle
A compact collage of trivia and maxims from Hal Boyle’s mailbag column. It muses on heart physiology, Washington’s lineage, education for handicapped children, diamond hunting, safety in pursuits, and folklore. It quotes Addison and notes culture shocks with brisk, punchy lines.
Taft Named Chief Justice by President Harding
President Harding announced the appointment of William Howard Taft to be chief justice of the United States Supreme Court. The report notes a unanimous vote by the Athens Merchants Association for a large fall trade festival.
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Harding
William Howard Taft
United States Supreme Court
Athens Retail Merchants Association
Readers letters policy and publication rules
Readers comment on issues of public interest are welcomed. Letters should be one page or less, may be edited for space and clarity, and must include names and addresses for publication. The editor reserves rights regarding fairness and presentation.
Coca Cola Sets First Juice Content Labeling Standards
Coca Cola Co announces labeling for Hi C drinks with fruit juice content. The cherry flavor will contain not less than 2 percent cherry juice and the apple drink not less than 30 percent apple juice. Fruit juice buyers gain clearer guidance.
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Coca-Cola Co
The Athens Messenger Publishing Co Rates and Address
The Athens Messenger publishes daily except Saturdays with weekday price of 10 cents and Sunday 20 cents. Delivery by carrier varies by route and payment by mail has structured weekly and longer-term rates for Ohio West Virginia and other U S locations.
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The
Associated Press
D&s
Ohio
West Virginia
U.S. & Possessions
Columbia President Seeks Deep Cuts to End Deficit
McGill faces a five year plan to reduce Columbia University's deficits as costs rose 11 percent yearly for 25 years. The 16 million dollar operating shortfall aims to shrink by 5.5 million next year while pursuing selective excellence and potential dean challenges to unify the 18 professional schools amid student alienation and a rising faculty union.
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L.A
Columbia
McGill
America
Harlem
Nicholas Murray Butler
Dwight D. Eisenhower
New York
University Senate
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Small Society
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Brickkman
Hal Boyle
George Washington
Secretary of the Treasury
George Humphrey
Joseph Addison
Truman
Carol Jane Krodel
Pt. Pleasant
B. W. Krodel
Maryland
Athens Post Office
the Messenger Publishing Co
W. Union St
D.J.R. Bruckner
Unite
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