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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1975
Page
4
Gallup Princeton surveys indicate voters favor reducing federal employees by 5 percent yearly and support Ford’s tax plan if spending is cut accordingly. Public opinion spans Republicans Democrats and independents, with 1,558 and 1,553 adults surveyed in October.
The Athens Messenger traces back to 1825 serving Athens Ohio with Route 33 N and Johnson Road address. Notable publishers include Frederick W Bush Gordon K Bush and G Kenner Bush with editor roles and staff such as Richard Paynter Roy Cross Fred Weber Karl Runser and others listed.
Athens observes Veterans Day with a downtown parade and an 11 a.m. ceremony at the Ohio University veterans memorial. A 6 a.m. GI breakfast at K T Crossen Post 21 precedes events, with lunch at VFW DAV and AMVETS posts. Mayor Barrett urges flag flying and heartfelt thanks to service members.
Former U.S. senator Eugene McCarthy arrives in Columbus to pursue a petition drive for 10 000 signatures to qualify as an independent on the 1976 Ohio ballot with a March 25 deadline He cites Democrats missteps and vows a campaign focused on the presidency and party policies.
A London-based observer reflects on the Trattoria Fiori bombing, IRA blame, and a widening anti American feeling. He notes British inflation, high prices, and shared US risks, while praising England's enduring qualities and warning Americans to heed the perilous parallels.
U S Department of Agriculture data show rural households drive more and own cars at higher rates than urban or suburban families. A 25 cent rise per gallon would lift rural driving costs by about 250 dollars annually versus 175 dollars for urban households, highlighting potential unfairness in energy policy.
A critique of President Ford shows him shifting from steady responses to evasive answers during a national TV news conference. The piece notes friction with allies and rivals over policy, cabinet changes, and hints at a bid for the No 2 spot with Rumsfeld or Bush under ongoing political maneuvering.
In Washington Nelson Rockefeller’s sudden withdrawal from the 1976 ticket signals deep doubts about Ford’s leadership. Rumsfeld’s effort to push Rockefeller off the ticket, Callaway’s faltering campaign, and Rockefeller’s private attacks on Rumsfeld threaten a volatile election period. May 6, 1932.
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