Burger Court Splits as Chief Justice Leads Polarized Bench
Washington analysis outlines mounting ideological rift at the Supreme Court under Chief Justice Warren E. Burger. Burger tightens control over staff and space, seeks Congress funding, and issues solo opinions amid dissent from colleagues like Justice Blackmun. Resulting friction suggests a polarized court with uncertain unity ahead.
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The Athens Messenger Publication History and Staff
A historical note outlines the Athens Messenger publishing company details from its origins to 1965, naming publishers Gordon K Bush Charles W Reamer and leaders including Frederick W Bush, G Kenner, and Richard R Paynter. It also lists roles such as circulation director M W McDargh and advertising director.
Public Health Ads Warn Polio Measles Diphtheria Return
A series of medical ad messages urges immunization as polio measles and diphtheria threaten in central city poverty areas and rural zones. Only about half of children aged 1-4 in those areas are protected or immunized, risking wider spread.
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How They Voted Ohio Washington News Service
Ohio lawmakers and senators reflected party lines on multiple roll calls from April 24 to 28. Key actions included a House tabled resolution on bombing data, an amendment including postal workers in health premium coverage, and a bill raising federal health insurance contribution. Senate votes covered AMTRAK expansion, consumer bill safeguards, finance charges, and credit card return protections.
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McGovern Gains Ground In Gallup Poll
In the latest Gallup survey Humphrey leads with 30 percent of Democratic voters. McGovern rises to 17 percent after Wisconsin victory, tying with Muskie for second place in a three way race, while Wallace holds 19 percent.
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Supreme Court Allows Local Passenger Tax for Airports
The Supreme Court ruled 7 to 1 that local governments may levy passenger taxes on airline boarding to fund airport facilities. The decision signals potential use taxes to support expanding airports as costs rise.
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Athens Messenger Publication Details and Rates
The Athens Messenger is a daily newspaper except Saturdays with AP bureau and varying rates for daily Sunday editions, carrier or tube delivery, and mail subscriptions. Rates cover Ohio West Virginia and nationwide mail, with post office second class status and mailing address at 43 W Union St Athens Ohio 45701.
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Constitutional Arguments Backing Busing Are Utter Nonsense
Buckley argues against amending the Constitution to bar court decisions on school busing and rejects Nixon's call to refer the issue to Congress. He cites Norris LaGuardia and Lockerty v Phillips to support congressional power over federal courts and suggests limiting jurisdiction or using juries to decide factual questions in cases involving school assignments.
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