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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1972
Page
5
Athens council considers adding three firefighters after lengthy dispute. The measure, discussed on first reading, aims to resolve staffing issues and address department needs as city officials weigh the proposal.
Athens Ohio council on Monday night advanced a plan to raise fire department staffing from 23 to 26 including 18 firefighters three lieutenants one lieutenant grade inspector three captains and a chief. The measure funded by federal revenue sharing aims to satisfy safety needs while keeping the inspector in the fire department.
The reputed underworld financier Meyer Lansky, 71, arrived at Miami International Airport and was arrested by the FBI after a two day international flight. He faces five federal indictments for income tax evasion and related offenses and was awaiting bond proceedings.
Athens County Extension Agents Kenneth Ackerman and Ruth Devol told Rio Grande meeting that 1973 should bring a bright economic outlook for farmers. They cited 9 percent GNP growth, wage limits, controlled price increases, rising farm incomes, and steady food supplies with durable goods growth.
Athens County records show multiple marriage licenses issued in the area. Couples include Baba Mai Ali and Hauna Marie Tanko of Athens, and Bruce A. Brunton with Carol Cain of Glouster, among others from Albany Millfield The Plains Chauncey Amesville Coolville Nelsonville and surrounding communities.
Mayor Donald Barrett spoke to Athens Law Explorer Scout Post 70 on the mayor's role in city government and service to the community. The group plans installation of new officers and organizing field trips to the sheriff's office courtrooms and law enforcement training facilities.
O Bleness Memorial Hospital notes listing multiple births in Athens and surrounding areas. Acknowledges parents in Athens The Plains Chauncey Guysville and other towns with names and locations. Also lists admitted patients from several communities and a short dismissal roster. A closing line mentions a double feature about plants with two flower kinds on one plant.
Democratic nominee George McGovern argues polls mislead voters as Nixon leads in surveys. The piece recalls 1948 and 1964 precedents, noting margin errors by Gallup and other polls and McGovern’s claim that momentum outpaces polling lag. It cites 1948 Dewey Truman margins and 1964 Johnson Goldwater results, with Gallup’s long-term average error about 1.6 percentage points.
Alec J. Blair former state commander of the American Legion will speak at Veterans Day exercises in Athens at 11 a.m. on the Ohio University campus monument. The event, hosted by K. T. Crossen Post, includes a parade along W Washington to College and Union, a wreath laying, a 6 a.m. breakfast, lunch, and a dance with music from Red Embrey.
Two Athens men charged with breaking and entering and grand larceny in the theft of 400 dollars from Johnson's Inn in Athens were bound over to the county grand jury Monday. Robert Hanning and Douglas Seyler had entered innocent pleas in Municipal Court and are held in Athens County jail in lieu of 10000 dollar bonds each.
About 600 people attended the New Marshfield community Halloween party with attendees from preschool to adult. Prizes were awarded for ugliest, prettiest and most original costumes.
The Athens City Council unanimously backed the state income tax and urged a NO vote on State Issue 2. Seven members, five Republicans and two Democrats, approved the measure with Council President Crewson casting votes only on ties. Mayor Barrett also endorsed the tax.
Doctors prescribe many medicines for pain but Anacin stands out as a widely used over the counter option. The ad notes physicians dispense over 50 million tablets yearly and claims fast relief for headaches and dental pain, lasting arthritis relief, and mood improvement with minimal stomach upset.
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