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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 12, 1964

Page

4

Mechanical Reapportionment Challenges in Ohio Plans

The piece discusses legislative redistricting in Ohio with four tentative plans. Plan 4 preserves a Southeastern focus by moving Lawrence out and adding Muskingum Perry and Morgan. It notes large counties like Hamilton Cuyahoga and Franklin will span multiple districts, raising concerns that representatives may be less in touch with local desires despite population-based aims.

Fairfield Hocking Athens Vinton Meigs Jackson Gallia Lawrence Ohio Muskingum Perry Morgan Hocking Valley Noble Monroe Washington Hamilton Cuyahoga Franklin Supreme Court National Congress

Wealth and Incentive Across the Mass Consumption Society

Dr George Katona of the University of Michigan argues Americans remain highly motivated to work despite wealth and social safety nets. He notes high saving, strong work ethic, and widespread nonlabor income support, while cautioning against overgeneralizing support takers as dampening overall incentive.

George Katona University of Michigan Survey Research Center Katona McGraw-Hill

De Gaulle Presses Europe Amid NATO and Market Tensions

The piece argues that Charles de Gaulle pursues independence from the United States by studying withdrawal from NATO and limiting his role in the Common Market. It warns such moves could disrupt European defense and the free world economy, urging U.S. State Department action after the election.

Charles de Gaulle Europe United States France Tion de Gaulle NATO Free World State Department

Economy Shows Boom Yet Faces Job and Pay Deficit

The nation enjoys a 46th straight month of growth with low inflation and rising consumer demand. Unemployment at 5.2 percent and a looming teen job surplus threaten the outlook as a $2 billion balance of payments deficit persists. GNP may hit a record $625 billion, prompting calls for faster retraining and a bolder policy.

Johnson

No Future Inherent In Work Says Dr Crane

Dr Crane argues there is no single perfect job and success comes from the worker. Joel T a college graduate resists two jobs, but Crane urges taking the best available position now and using effort to rise. Vocational tests aid, yet motive and elbow grease drive progress.

Crane Baltimore George Washington University Joel

Scranton Seen as Front-Runner If He Moves Fast in 1968

ROWLAND EVANS AND ROBERT NOVAK INSIDE REPORT: Pennsylvania Governor William Scranton is pressed by Republican insiders to declare for 1968 quickly to avoid a repetition of 1964. They cite his party-building in Pennsylvania, his weak lame-duck status in 1968, and the desire for a fresher face than Nixon, Romney, or Taft Jr. The paper notes Scranton’s strength in state leadership, his backing from Hugh Scott, and the need for a decisive signal of intent.

William Scranton Pennsylvania Scranton Bill Dent Johnson Hugh Scott Senate House of Representatives New York Michigan George Romney Romney Scranton Clawed Sen Goldwater John Chaffee Rhode Island Charles Mathias Maryland Richard M. Nixon White House Robert Taft, Jr Ohio Charles Percy Illinois Mark Hat Field Oregon John Lindsay Manhattan Hatfield Lindsay Adlai Stevenson

Beloved Halfback Rivalry and Fatigued Army Hero Notes

A collection of humorous and moral letters from HAL BOYLE offering fictionally lettered scenarios. Items include a six month paid leave for fatigue and a tainted nostalgia about war exploits, family money wagers, mistaken paternity and a Rolls Royce prize pitch. The tone blends sentiment with light satire.

Life begins at forty insights from Buddhism and street ethics

The piece explains Buddhism’s four noble truths and the eight point path as practical guidance. It notes how craving drives blues, then links self discipline and initiative to everyday happiness. It also covers elderly car trips, and when a driver can accept voluntary tips versus charging a fee requiring licenses.

Sister-In-Law Stores Late Husband Ashes in Shoe Box

Dear Abby notes the sister-in-law keeps cremation ashes in a crowded closet shoe box and questions the legality and respect involved. California law restricts ash disposal to urns in cemeteries mausoleums or earth burial, urging inquiry into why the ashes are kept in a box.

Abby California

Readers urged to send brief signed letters to editor

The Messenger invites letters on current topics. Submit brief signed pieces with full address and telephone number, not necessarily for publication. The paper reserves the right to select and condense letters for potential printing.

Child Questions Grandfather’s Life of Adventure

A boy asks his grandfather if he ever had exciting escapades such as shooting a bear shipwrecks or robbing a train. The grandfather answers no and the boy concludes the life sounds dull, then the column invites readers to write for a retirement fun list.

the Messenger

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