Issue 7 A referendum push shifts power to petition for laws
Ohio voters face Issue 7 in the November election reshaping petition rules to place constitutional amendments and laws on statewide ballots with lower signature thresholds. Supporters argue it boosts direct citizen action. opponents warn of special interests and higher campaign costs.
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Columbus, Ohio
Citizens For Safe
Ohio
General Assembly
Cleveland
OUR
James A. Rhodes
Ford
Athens SMlessenger history of staff and address
The Athens Messenger listing shows established address Route 33 N and Johnson Rd Athens Ohio 45701 with publishers and editors including Frederick W. Bush Gordon K. Bush G. Kenner Bush and staff roles such as managing editor Roy Cross city editor Herb Amey editorial page editor Karl W Runser and general manager Richard R Paynter.
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Johnson Rd
Athens
Ohio
Frederick W. Bush
Gordon K. Bush
Karl W. Runser
Roy Cross
Herb Amey
Fred Whissel
McCarthy Decrying Reform Act Hinders Independent Bid
Washington reports philosopher politician and poet Eugene McCarthy criticizes the Election Reform Act claiming it blocks his independent candidacy by denying public funds and television access. He argues major parties dominate funding and media, leaving independents with little chance to compete.
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Washington
Eugene McCarthy
McCarthy
McCarthy as Educator in a Politically Charged Debate
The piece defends Joseph McCarthy as a thoughtful educator despite partisan clashes over fairness and media handling. It contrasts audio failures in a Philadelphia debate with a hypothetical playoff scene and criticizes party leaders for vanity in using McCarthy for political theater.
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League of Women Voters
Philadelphia
Phillies
Reds
League
McCarthy
America
Blue Ridge Mountains
Quote on politics as a life philosophy from Plutarch note
A November 2 1932 exchange includes a covering note from Gene forwarding a Plutarch quote about politics being a way of life rather than a mere office holding. The author frames politics and philosophy as ongoing pursuits rather than discrete campaigns or duties.
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Plutarch
Socrates
Gene
Carter's Jugular Vein Attack on Ford in Campaign
As the race tightens with under three weeks until election day, Carter gains momentum while Ford faces three troubles. A Grand Rapids bank account probe, a San Francisco debate gaffe over Eastern Europe, and the Earl Butz affair complicate Ford's strategy.
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Jimmy Carter
Ford
Carter
Grand Rapids
Congress
San Francisco
Europe
Earl Butz
Carter Targets Ford as Campaign Sours Further
Joseph Kraft criticizes Ford administration tactics while linking Ford to missteps and "brainwashing" accusations. Kraft argues Carter’s stance on Israel Iran and Saudi Arabia risks undercutting credibility and warns against overkill that could rally sympathy for Ford. He notes Johnson and Kennedy made similar errors and urges honesty over pandering.
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Israel
Iran
Saudi Arabia
Washington
Carter
Ford
Lyndon Johnson
John Kennedy
Vietnam
Kraft
Ohio University enrollments rise on preliminary fall figures
Preliminary fall enrollment at Ohio University shows gains across categories according to Provost Neil Bucklew. Freshman numbers rise 16 percent and continuing education seekers jump 42 percent, signaling successful recruitment and broader access. Final figures due in a few weeks may adjust slightly.
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Athens
Ohio University
Neil Bucklew
Bucklew
Buckley
Public urged to revise water rates in The Plains district
Athens County commissioners face calls to restructure the water and sewer pricing after residents protest overcharges. The Plains district residents claim the current rate structure bills for water not used and even doubles charges via the sewer bill, risking a $9,000 income shortfall if kept.
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Athens County
Plains Service
Helen Baker
Dog Date Afternoon From Smog Studies
The EPA reports that animals exposed to polluted air age faster, with oxidants similar to smog and ozone from auto exhaust. The message warns dogs chasing cars risk health and mirrors human pollution dangers.
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Environmental Protection Agency
EPA
Polluted air risks and EPA ozone limits in Midwest study
The article discusses how pollutants age lung elasticity and lower oxygen delivery, with ozone formed from auto emissions and industry. EPA Midwest office warns that one ppm ozone is intolerable for life and proposes Clean Air Act changes, including non degradation to protect areas like Wayne National Forest.
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Midwest
EPA
Wayne National Forest
Postal Playboys and the Carter Interview Worn Pages Mystery
A local reader notes his November Playboy copy features the Jimmy Carter interview pages less worn than pictorial sections. He suspects many postal workers handled the issue en route from Chicago, the publication city, to his town, causing uneven wear patterns.
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Playboy
Jimmy Carter
Here
Chicago
Carter
Humane Traps By Havahart Name and Tips For Cat Nuisance
The Havahart Company offers humane traps at 168 B Water St Ossining NY 10562 with a 25 cent catalog. The note suggests lime and moth flakes with naptha for odors and mentions pest control, mousetrap training, and a free Marine Corps booklet How To Respect and Display Our Flag from Washington DC.
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Bruce Humphrey
Havahart Company
Water St
Ossining
N.Y
U.S. Marine Corps Information Office
Department of the Navy
Washington, D.C
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Willies
James Kilpatrick
White House
Texas
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Jerry Brown
Joseph Kraft
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Richard Nixon
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The
Small Society
John A. Chicca
Postal Playboys
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