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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 25, 1972

Page

6

California primary looms large in McGovern Humphrey race

The California winner take all primary stands as a decisive test for McGovern and Humphrey with 271 delegates at stake. California’s rules, backed by Fred Dutton, keep the bloc’s clout even as reforms spread. Loss in California threatens both campaigns’ paths to Miami Beach.

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The Athens Messenger Catalog Page Credits and Staff

The Athens Messenger lists its publishing house address at 43 West Union Street Athens Ohio with founders and longtime publishers. It provides staff roles including Frederick W Bush Gordon K Bush G Kenner Bush Fred W Weber Charles W Reamer M W McDargh and Richard R Paynter.

the Messenger Publishing Company West Union Street Athens Ohio Frederick W. Bush Gordon K. Bush G. Kenner Bush Fred W. Weber Charles W. Reamer M._W McDargh Richard R. Paynter Associated Press D&s West Virginia U.S Possessions Athens Post Office the Messenger Publishing Co W. Union St

Letting Others Vote Twice In A Political Lecture

The League of Women Voters urges civic participation noting only 45 percent voted in 1970. They argue nonvoters indirectly enable double votes and stress informed study of local to national issues to guide endorsements in elections.

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California is Battleground as McGovern Fights for 1972 Victory

United Nations Palestine inquiry and local coroner notes appear in the mixed-column items. A California focus features Dutton advising Senator McGovern, stressing money and volunteers but warning of regional weaknesses among black and Chicano voters, with defense cuts central to the campaign. California seen as winner-takes-all if McGovern fails.

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Civil Aeronautics Board seen as consumer hurdle in complaint

Eric Reisfeld blasts the CAB for bureaucratic red tape in seeking a formal complaint about National Airlines. He recalls missing a Christmas Eve flight and accuses regulators of favoring industry over passengers, citing the 19-copy rule and confusing procedures as barriers to effective consumer action.

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How They Voted Ohio Washington May Votes

A summary of May 15 to 19 roll calls in the Ohio and Washington area. House actions include opposing a motion to restore $13.2 million U.N. funding reducing U.S. share from 315 percent to 25 percent, and defeating a move to abolish the Subversive Activities Control Board. A study commission on boundary changes for the eleven courts of appeals was approved. In the Senate, an amendment backing the president’s Vietnam strategy and a ceasefire condition was adopted, with Saxbe voting for and Taft against. another amendment on nuclear waste standards was rejected with Taft voting against.

Ohio-Washington News Service Washington Congress HOUSE U.S United Nations Appropriations Committee U.N Clarence E. Miller Lancaster Miller Senate Vietnam Nixon Indochina William B. Saxbe Robert Taft Jr Taft Saxbe

Athens League of Women Voters completes 1972 finance drive

The Athens League of Women Voters thanks contributors after finishing its annual finance campaign. The group relies on community support to pursue good government and community improvement. Signed by President Mrs. Kenneth Light and 1972 Finance Chairman Mrs. Howard B. Cox.

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Compliments for Messenger Editorial on Scenic Athens County

The Putnam Pioneers compliment Messenger Publisher G Kenner Bush for his comments on the bike route and praise Dan Dry for his excellent photography. The note suggests the editorial helps readers learn what Athens is like, more or less.

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Letter from Readers on Public Interest Issues

Readers' opinions on current issues are the lifeblood of this page and letters to the editor are welcomed. In selecting letters, preference goes to those of one page or less. The editor may edit for space and clarity. Names and addresses must be provided for publication.

Wallace and the politics of the republic idea

Buckley argues George Wallace cannot be president due to his past and regional appeal. He suggests Wallace could influence Nixon or the 1968 outcome, but notes Wallace’s supporters would unlikely transfer loyalty to other candidates. The piece contends Wallace’s actions may alter political dynamics rather than the presidency itself.

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