Logan Reservoir fate hinges on Army decision
The Logan Reservoir project on Clear Creek faces three more decades of uncertainty as the Army Secretary weighs dropping it from 64 recommended programs despite Corps support for early construction. Central Ohio property interests advocate against the project amid conservation pressure and political influence, while the newspaper urges ecological balance and Earth Day values.
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Logan
Clear Creek
Secretary of the Army
Corps of Engineers
Corps
Ohio
Old Frontiers and Modern Grumbles From The Messenger
The Messenger urges quick approval of the Corps of Engineers plan for Logan Reservoir in the Hocking Valley. It highlights flood reduction, fresh water supply, and a protected nature preserve, arguing delay endangers the project and regional conservation goals. The piece contrasts wartime and local issues while stressing the reservoir as a sensible compromise for Southeastern Ohio.
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Corps
Ohio Department of Natural Resources
Clear Creek
Logan
Ohio
Hocking Valley
Hocking
Nelsonville
Athens
Burr Oak
Logan Reservoir
Secretary of the Army
Frustration Not Lawlessness in Mayday Debates
A Kennedy speech, an ACLU statement, and an interview with Washington Chief Jerry Wilson frame the Mayday disruption as a protest born of frustration. The piece argues for police action and rejects excusing lawbreaking, urging firm defense against violence.
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Edward Kennedy
New York
American Civil Liberties Union
Washington
Jerry Wilson
U. S. News
United States
Senator Kennedy
Congress
ACLU
Washington Post
Kennedy
Wilson
White House surprised by foreign policy fight in Congress
The piece notes the constitutional clash between Congress and the White House over presidential authority in foreign affairs. It highlights Mansfield's NATO cut proposal, draft extensions, and debates on war powers, with President Eisenhower era styled maneuvers and Rogers pushing back to reject compromise.
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White House
L.A
Mike Mansfield
D-Mont
NATO
Mansfield
Congress
Vietnam
Senate
United States
Rogers
The Small Society by Brickman on Nixon's leadership
The essay argues Nixon pursued cautious foreign policy and near Middle East settlements, while mishandling Vietnam and dealing with Congress secretively. It stresses a president must be candid and courteous to win battles, or risk losing office.
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Middle East
China
Vietnam
Congress
Messenger praised for informing Athens voters in letters
Letters from League of Women Voters members thank The Messenger for informative non biased primary election coverage by Tom Price. They applaud the paper’s role in helping citizens become informed voters and express gratitude for its contribution to Athens.
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Messenger
Athens
Tom Price
League of Women Voters
League
Kenneth Light
Jon K. Shallop
Richard Weisfelder
Nelsonville-York ninth graders recycle four tons of glass
Nelsonville-York Junior High ninth grade earth science classes collected about four tons of glass for recycling on May 15. Thanks go to donors and WOUB for publicity on Saturday. More drives are planned next year to combat pollution and collect all glass types. pickup will resume in the fall.
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the Messenger
Nelsonville-York Junior High
WOUB
Nelsonville-York City
Readers Letters Welcome Public Debate On Daily Issues
Readers letters are the lifeblood of this page and editor invites opinions on issues of public interest. Preference given to one page or shorter submissions. Names and addresses required for publication. editor reserves right to edit for space clarity and fairness.
Athens Messenger publication rates and mailing details
The Athens Messenger lists pricing for daily and Sunday single copies, carrier and tube delivery, and mail subscriptions. It notes a 40 cent daily and 20 cent Sunday for D&s, with route driver and tube delivery costs, and various weekly, quarterly, semiannual, and yearly mail rates for Ohio, West Virginia, and other U.S. regions. The paper is published daily except Saturdays and is a member of the Associated Press. It is entered in Athens Ohio.
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Associated Press
D&s
D&s One
Ohio
West Virginia
U.S. & Possessions
Athens
the Messenger Publishing Co
W. Union St
Nixon Flexes Diplomatic Skill in Washington Moscow Talks
Washington insight notes President Nixon currying favor with flexible diplomacy after a joint Soviet American statement on strategic arms talks. The article argues the administration shifted emphasis away from ABM linkage and reduced the perceived threat from hawks while maintaining bipartisan support through cautious diplomacy.
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Washington
Nixon
Moscow
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