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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1971
Page
6
A columnist reflects on headlines and conflicts abroad and at home, urging readers to count blessings beyond political spats. He recalls travels from Rio to Greece, notes America's material and spiritual wealth, and stresses gratitude for freedom, justice, and worship.
The Athens Messenger lists its address at 43 West Union Street Athens Ohio and notes historical publisher lineage from Frederick W Bush 1896 1929 to Gordon K Bush 1999 with circulation and advertising directors M W McDargh.
An October 1971 feature extols a vast 700 mile water system in California enabling three billion gallons daily to reach southern reservoirs. It credits Gov. Ronald Reagan for pushing the plan, notes north south water tensions eased, and forecasts broader benefits across the state.
The Messenger notes 25 years ago a crackdown on communist influence in government unions and Hollywood by the House Committee on Un-American Activities. Athens merchants urged to comply with coal emergency proclamation terms by Safety Service Director George R. Evans.
Analyzes the Chinese power struggle centered on Lin Piao’s failed coup and the split between military factions and party leadership. Notes Chou En Lai’s ascendancy, Red Flag indicators of factionalism, and the unsure fate of Lin Piao as China remains governed by military forces.
A year after De Gaulle's death France's ruling coalition shows fissures as Giscard D'Estaing and Edgar Faure push for center realignments. Their moves threaten Gaullist dominance ahead of the 1973 election, while voters remain unsettled in a post De Gaulle era.
Washington analyst notes Henry Jackson is a heavyweight contender with strong Washington backing, defense ties, and a distinct Florida primary path. He has not secured broad recognition yet, suffers from limited name ID, and faces competition from Muskie and possible George Wallace entry.
In the campaign Jackson must manage hawkish allies from the Johnson era as he seeks to avoid alienating Democrats seeking to move past the 1960s. His handling of these revenge-seekers could shape his nomination chances and the party's unity and even his own possible ticket position.
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