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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1975
Page
4
A national Gallup poll shows 45 percent support a federal guarantee that NYC bonds not default, 41 percent oppose, with 78 percent following the city’s finances and regional splits favoring a guarantee. Easterners and large-city residents lean pro.
A columnist explains why he favors the phrase The check is in the mail as the best description of America. He recalls his father using the line 40 years ago and links it to a Bicentennial slogan contest run by Jack Anderson.
A humorous essay traces how the line the check is in the mail spread from a private joke to a nationwide refrain. It notes government use of taped messages and a Gallup poll showing the phrase common in daily life and culture.
The Athens Stressenger from Athens Ohio 45701 lists publishers and staff showing Frederick W Bush 1896 to 1929 and Gordon K Bush 1929 to 1965 with Richard R Paynter as assistant and Fred W Weber as circulation director. It notes contact telephone 614 592 6612.
Editorial argues OU should allow Mike Borden, one eyed and capable, to play junior varsity basketball. The piece condemns a medical rule barring participation, noting Borden's willingness to waive rights and his proven skill. It urges policy not to deny athletic opportunity based on impairment.
In Florida and nationwide, lenders push for variable rate home loans while borrowers push for payment patterns tied to earning power. Carla Hills calls for flexible options as savings and loan leaders warn fixed 20 to 25 year contracts fail to match rising costs.
President Ford's Ohio campaign plans a June primary with potential competition from Ronald Reagan. Keith McNamara leads the effort from Columbus, noting budget details depend on contest status and federal limits.
London views on Employment Protection Bill warn that job guarantees weaken productivity and cost firms dear. The piece argues 90 day notice for large layoffs burdens business, reduces competitiveness, and risks higher bankruptcies. It cites state intervention via the National Enterprise Board as propping failing industries. American readers are urged to learn from Britain’s experience.
The text argues the UN General Assembly shows bias against racism only when it fits Western interests, citing Uganda India and Tibet as examples. It notes anti Semitism flourishes in this atmosphere and discusses Kuwait's Dr Sayegh and the divide between Zionism and Judaism.
In this March 1 1934 column Brickman argues that U S exclusion rules differ from Israel and Japan. He questions Moynihan s outspoken stance at the UN and criticizes the General Assembly s authority while recalling NSA history and U S domestic political reflexes. The piece also mocks Panama canal tensions and suggests pulling the canal and returning home.
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