Proxmire targets title insurance rackets in reform push
Senator William Proxmire attacks the title insurance industry alleging inflated closing costs and limited competition. He cites a 41 percent payroll and 20 percent commissions amid a costly process that charges buyers repeatedly for searches and insurance. His bill would require lenders to cover title search and insurance as overhead, shifting incentives to keep costs down.
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Title Insurance Companies
Title Insurance & Trust Company of
California
Lawyer’s Title
Virginia
Trans-America Title Insurance Company
Chicago
Vey
Athens Messenger 1971 Athens Ohio Publication Note
The Athens Messenger from Athens Ohio dated Wednesday November 17 1971 presents a brief historical masthead listing publishers and staff. It captures the newspaper’s long lineage and editorial leadership through the Bush and Reamer eras.
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Athens
Ohio
How Did Youth Vote In This Election Question
Youth voting patterns are examined as colleges and universities seek to verify where students may cast ballots. The article notes ongoing debate over residency rules and potential changes in voter eligibility pending constitutional measures.
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District of Columbia
Boulder
Colo
University of Colorado
Cleveland
San Francisco
Philadelphia
Kerr favored as Democratic chair hopeful in 25 years ago note
The Messenger recalls Gov. Robert S. Kerr of Oklahoma being named the likely successor to Rob E. Hannegan as Democratic national chairman if he resigned. Also reported a couple in custody after a $2,800 Kroger market robbery on W. State Street. The man returned to the manager's home for a third time when arrested.
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Robert S. Kerr
Oklahoma
Robert E. Hannegan
Kroger Market
W. State Street
Fears Of The Yellow Peril Unfounded Says Roberts
The author argues that fears of a Chinese invasion or mass migration are exaggerated. It notes Peking's UN admission raises hope, but prompts lingering Western anxieties. China’s leaders now seek stability, not world conquest, yet Western fear risks shaping policy.
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Napoleon
China
Europe
Asia
Peking
United Nations
Peoples Republic of China
Chou Shu-Kai
Chou
Moscow
Soviet Union
Washington-Peking
U.N
Manchuria
Turkestan
Southeast Asia
Rich nations pledge aid to India for Bengali refugees
The 13 richest non communist nations offer to help India cover a $700 million bill for 9.3 million Bengali refugees through March. The per meal cost works out to about 21 cents.
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India
Letters Nature Editor Bring Nature to Pets
Nature Editor advises pet owners to gather dry grasses for small rodents and other pets. Two large bags suffice for a mouse through winter, while larger animals need more to fill bigger cages. Choose tall grasses with seeds for extra food and dietary variety.
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the Messenger
Athens youth football program wraps up season
The Messenger notes nearly 150 Athens boys learned football in a community driven tackle program. No records or payoffs. the goal was maximum participation. Thanks are extended to the Athens Recreation Director, Athens City Schools, coaches, referees, university volunteers, mothers, fathers, the Athens Jaycees, and Dr. John Kroner for injury coverage. Co-Directors Dave McAllister and Joe Williams led the effort.
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Athens
Bob Burson
Athens Jaycees
John Kroner
Dave McAllister
Joe Williams
Readers' Letters Policy and Publication Guidelines
This note explains that general public opinion letters are welcomed and will be selected with a preference for concise submissions. It states the editor may edit for space and clarity and requires names and addresses for publication.
Athens Messenger Rates and Mailing Details
The Athens Messenger lists daily and Sunday single-copy prices at 10 and 20 cents. Delivery by carrier shows route and driver rates, with mail subscription prices for Ohio, West Virginia, and other U S regions. Subscriptions range from weekly to yearly costs, with post office introduction and address details.
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Associated Press
D&s
DRG Wook
Ohio
West Virginia
U.S. & Possessions
Athens
the Messenger Publishing Co
W. Union St
Law Of Physics in Nixon Dilemma Domestic vs Foreign Affairs
Washington insight argues Nixon excels in foreign policy with detente toward Russia and China but struggles domestically due to inflation fears. It notes wage and price controls, Pay Board flexibility, rent control politics, and a cycle of cautious policymaking seen as economic royalism by labor and Democrats. The piece links politics to physics law of opposite reactions.
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Russia
China
Senate Banking Committee
David Ginsburg
Office of Price Administration
Ginsberg
Pay Board
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