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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 24, 1977

Page

4

Sadat Seeks Peace as Egypt Leader Visits Israel

President Anwar Sadat in Cairo stated he would discuss peace with the Israeli parliament and then journey to Israel. The Israel Egypt talks between Sadat and Prime Minister Begin yielded a momentous pledge to end wars and bloodshed, hailed as a moral achievement for the Middle East and the world.

Egypt Anwar Sadat Sadat Israel Jerusalem Menahem Begin Russia Middle East Begin

First Step Toward Peace as Sadat and Begin Meet in Cairo

November 24 1977 Cairo meeting between Anwar Sadat and Menachem Begin yields a verbal pledge of no more wars and a plan for serious direct dialogue. Both leaders acknowledge a rocky path with risks for Syria Jordan Saudi Arabia and Egyptian politics yet see hope for a less hostile Middle East and easing world tensions.

Cairo Sadat Syria Jordan Saudi Arabia Begin Jerusalem Israel Egypt Middle East

Thanksgiving Day Proclaimed by President Carter

President Carter formally designated Thanksgiving nationwide and cited the early fight for independence, Saratoga’s 1777 victory, and Samuel Adams as the origin of the national observance. He notes two centuries of progress and an enduring trust in liberty and providence.

Carter America Saratoga Samuel Adams Continental Congress

Today in History November 24 1977 Significant events

On November 24 events include the Kennedy assassination aftermath with Lee Harvey Oswald shot by Jack Ruby in Dallas 1963. Births noted Zachary Taylor 1784 and barbed wire patent 1867. Mishima 1970 sword attack and suicide. Birthday reminders: John Lindsay 56 and William Buckley 52. Thought from Jane Austen.

John Kennedy Lee Harvey Oswald Jack Ruby Dallas Texas Zachary Taylor Orange County Joseph Glidden de Kalb IIJ U.S Saipan Tokyo

Will Rogers Preview on Presidential Campaign Promises

Will Rogers quips that in the next race candidates will avoid bold fixes. He predicts the best pledge will be caution, saying neither party can promise to end problems nor spread them further. This remark dated November 19, 1933, reflects his satirical view of politics.

Tribute to Sue Thompson and call for girls sports support

Editor praises Eastern High School volleyball coach Sue Thompson for well run sectional tournaments and laments low spectator support for girls sports. Kgger Creek dominates, while community attention and fair funding for city employee negotiations are urged.

the Messenger Sue Thompson Eastern High Kgger Creek

Chiang Ching-kuo: Taiwan’s Premier and Silent Leader

In a profile of Chiang Ching-kuo, the son of Chiang Kai-shek emerges as a modest yet powerful figure steering Taiwan. The piece contrasts his leadership with mainland instability, argues against scrapping the US Taiwan defense treaty, and urges recognition of Taiwan as a legitimate, self-sustaining society.

Taipei C.L. Sulzberger Chiang Kai-Shek Chiang Ching-Kuo CCK Republic of China China Charles de Gaulle London France Taiwan CCE

Thanksgiving explained to the French in a mythical 70 A.D. find

A Bedouin discovery near the Dead Sea yields scrolls claiming Americans taught the French about Thanksgiving. The tale humorously blends Pilgrims, native ally myths, and Miles Standish with French names, portraying Plymouth and the Mayflower as timeless symbols.

Dead Sea France l'Angleterre McCarran New World Plymouth

The Messenger Publishing History in Athens Ohio

The Messenger traces its lineage to 1825 with founder publishers including Frederick W. Bush and Gordon K. Bush, operating from Route 33 N. and Johnson Road in Athens Ohio 45701 through 1965.

Frederick W. Bush Gordon K. Bush N. and Johnson Road Athens Ohio

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