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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1971
Page
6
The column argues Senator Henry Jackson champions cleaner air and jobs while opposing unchecked pipeline expansion and mega tankers. It cites risks from Arctic oil plans, the Detroit Fermi plant, and nuclear waste, urging pragmatic energy policy combining coal and safe power with accountability.
Athens Ohio edition dated Thursday March 4 1971 features the Messenger Publishing Company masthead and staff roles including Frederick W Bush Gordon K Bush G Kenner Bush and Charles W Reamer with city offices listed and publication details. The item presents archival newspaper metadata rather than a specific news event.
New York Mayor John V. Lindsay seeks to deny Nixon a second term by shifting federal spending toward urban needs. He faces pressure to run for president in 1972 and star in the dump Nixon push, with a backstage struggle over his direct confrontation with the incumbent.
The Messenger recalls Warren G Harding as the 29th U S president ending eight years of Democratic White House control. Jacobs Beatty Petroleum reports oil wells drilled in southern Athens County Ohio. Budapest dispatch says seven Hungarian traitors executed for aiding Nazis. Ohio University president John C Baker named to governor committee to survey state higher education. Insurgent Republicans urge Lindsay to seek independent candidacy while liberal Democrats discuss leadership in their party. Lindsay says no practical chance for major party nomination in 1972.
Gallup reports President Nixon at 51 percent approval in Feb 19-21 survey, down from 56 percent in January. The Laos invasion on Feb 8 is cited as a factor, with regional ratings ranging from 47 to 55 percent and the overall trend turning negative over the past 18 months.
A new poll shows the President’s overall popularity nine points lower in intensity than in a September 1969 survey, with the share strongly approving also down by nine points. The results compare latest figures with the 1969 data when intensity was first measured.
The Athens Messenger publishes daily except Saturdays and is a member of the Associated Press. Rates: per copy 10 cents weekdays, 20 cents Sunday. Delivery by Carrier Sundays and route options. mail rates vary by region with weekly, monthly, and yearly price tiers. Mail address is The Messenger Publishing Co., 43 W Union St, Athens Ohio 45701.
The Athens League of Women Voters voices concern over the County Board of Education actions including nonrenewal of Superintendent Weinfeld and a five year contract for Christman. The group urges public input from Alexander Federal Hocking and Trimble districts and notes cooperative programs benefiting Southeastern Ohio students. A Saturday board meeting and a Buckeye Association hearing offer chances to express views.
The page invites letters from readers on current public issues. Preference will be given to letters of one page or less. The editor reserves the right to edit for space clarity and fair play. Names and addresses must be provided for publication.
Buckley argues Javits and fellow Democrats press for U S withdrawal from South Vietnam by 1972 linking it to SEATO and warning of global distrust. He questions Javits stance on liquidation of SEATO, the role of the professional army, and moral costs as casualties rise.
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