AEP C&SOE Merger hears final review in Washington
After years of hearings and SEC opposition from the DOJ, Cincinnati Gas and Electric, Dayton Power and Light, SEC staff, and the Ohio AFL-CIO, next Wednesday marks the final hearing on AEP's bid to acquire Columbus and Southern Ohio Electric. The piece notes past promises including a rate hold and moving HQ to Columbus, and argues the merger benefits Southeastern Ohio economically and environmentally.
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Messenger editorial questions credibility of tax studies in Ohio
The Messenger cites three Ohio tax studies by state agencies and Dr. Stocker showing differing views on Ohio's tax climate. It argues a standard cross state comparison is lacking and cites a U S Commerce per capita tax burden placing Ohio mid to low nationally. The editorial urges open public debate and administration action to reduce inequities while maintaining competitiveness.
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They Said It Elisha Gray on consumer belief in business
Elisha Gray I, chairman of the Council of Better Business Bureaus, says public trust in business cannot be won if individuals feel they have been shafted in a transaction. He stresses integrity and reliability as key to restoring confidence.
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Elisha Gray I
Council of Better Business Bureaus
Letters to the Editor Policy Reminder
General-interest letters must be signed and include sender address and telephone number. The Messenger reserves the right to condense letters for space readability and potential reader interest.
Observation deck planned atop State Office Tower in Columbus
The Ohio Building Authority expects a top-floor observation area on the 41 story State Office Tower to open next spring. Tours will be guided by March or April, with visitors wearing hardhats during construction. The deck offers views of north Columbus including Ohio Stadium and St John Arena as costs climb from 50 million to 76 million dollars.
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Ohio perspective on State Office Tower occupancy and layout
The State Office Tower shut about eight months ago to add office space. It has three fewer stories than the LeVeque Lincoln building, with sixth and 41st floor storage comparable to three levels in the older structure. The tower is about 79 percent full with limited occupancy on floors 9 to 11 and 30 to 34 and 37 to 38. Shields works on the 40th floor and notes a helicopter passing beneath.
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Wallace Leads Democratic Nomination Field in Gallup Poll
In a Gallup survey taken just before Kennedy withdrew, George Wallace led Democrats for 1976 with 27 percent, followed by McGovern and Muskie at 17 percent, and Jackson at 14. Kennedy supporters shift to Wallace 23 percent and McGovern 25 percent after redistribution.
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Cycle Said Complete In Watergate Drama
The piece argues Edward Kennedy withdrew from the presidential race amid Watergate in a cycle that repeats Nixon's fall. It contrasts Kennedy and Nixon with calls to reflect on sin and misjudgment, noting Kennedy’s lineage, appeal, and public speaking growth while questioning Nixon’s legacy.
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Buckley assesses Nixon’s standing and flaws
The author argues Nixon lacked extraordinary gifts and notes his failings were extra-venal. He credits Buckley’s success to luck and relentless campaigning, while questioning whether Nixon would seem more august if his dealings with prosecutors and others were chaste.
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California
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Presidency debate prompts broader candidate fields
Brickman argues the presidency should open beyond governors and lawmakers. He notes Frank Stanton's strong executive experience and similar views to Jackson, urging committees to study leaders from varied professions to broaden the candidate pool and end narrow molds. Watergate should spark more candor.
On This Date in History October 3 1974
Highlights include the 1952 atomic bomb test off Australia and the 1866 Treaty of Vienna ending Austria and Italy’s war. Johns Hopkins opened in Baltimore in 1876 and Iraq joined the League of Nations in 1932. Gore Vidal turns 49 and Stanislaw Skrowaczewski 51.
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