Athens Messenger: 1968 October 24 issue notes
The Athens Messenger published in Athens Ohio on Thursday October 24 1968 with staff listings including Publisher Frederick W Bush 1896 1929 Gordon K Bush 1929 1965 G Kenner Bush and M W McDargh Advertising Director Fred W Weber Circulation Director Charles W Reamer Managing Editor. This item identifies the newspaper and date but does not report news content.
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Frederick W. Bush
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G. Kenner Bush
M. W. McDargh
Fred W. Weber
Charles W. Reamer
Polls show Nixon leading as Wallace trails in October analysis
The Christian Science Monitor projects Nixon with 365 electoral votes and a 95-vote cushion, Humphrey taking four states and DC for 38 votes, Wallace six states for 58, with six tossups totaling 81. The piece notes polls can err but are not rigged and cites Nixon's debate strategy and past lessons.
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Specialists abroad move in on Nixon Wallace tickets
The era of political specialists continues as Nixon sends William Scranton to Europe to gauge foreign policy and economy while Burns probes five European financial centers. Wallace dispatches General LeMay to Saigon to read the Vietnam war, with Humphrey relying on prior NSC access.
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Byrd Says Moscow Streets Safer Than Washington
Senator Robert Byrd warned that fear of lawlessness grips Washington after King’s assassination. In a Senate speech he recounted interviews with Dallas business leaders revealing a breakdown in police protection and court responsibility, urging the next administration to prioritize street safety.
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Democratic Surge and the Humphrey Puzzle
Washington insight analyzes Hubert Humphrey’s rising momentum and the political hurdles for a Democratic victory. It weighs regional strengths, union influence, and the Ta te machine in Philadelphia, plus Connally’s Texas organizing and party fault lines that could impede a Humphrey win.
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John Connally
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Stiff law cuts British drunk driving deaths by percent
A year after stricter drunk driving law in Britain cut traffic deaths by 16.79 percent. Breath tests became mandatory, licenses can be revoked, and jail or heavy fines possible for excess alcohol. Drivers now prefer cabs to driving. The writer suggests similar penalties could work locally.
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Britain
Buckley on Agnew and Nixon in August 1968
William F. Buckley Jr. weighs the Agnew critique amid Nixon defense. The column surveys Agnew's media performance on Face the Nation, cites his replies on civil rights and Vietnam, and contrasts his blunt, unprogrammed style with Nixon’s broader strategy. Buckley links Agnew’s image to political risk for the Nixon ticket and notes public perceptions of toughness and candor.
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Armistice Terms Considered After War End
Fifty years ago Marshal Foch and allied commanders, with President Wilson, discussed conditions leading to Germany's unconditional surrender. November release from influenza restrictions was hoped for towns hit by the flu. Ration lists then included jams and preserves. Athens County UMWA locals endorsed the National War Fund under Dwight Rutherford as campaign chair.
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Marshal Foch
Wilson
Germany
Athens County
United Mine Workers of America
National War Fund
Dwight Rutherford
Defense Secretary affirms united NATO defense of West Germany
Secretary Clark M. Clifford assures West Germany that any attack on its soil will be treated as an attack on the United States. The stance reinforces the NATO alliance and readiness to defend West Germany, a concern rekindled since the Czech invasion.
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Clark M. Clifford
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United States
NATO Alliance
Czechoslovakia
Shafer cites record rise in higher education aid
Gov. Raymond P. Shafer announces Pennsylvania has boosted per capita higher education aid by 92.5 percent since three years ago, the largest increase of any state. He notes state and federal programs expanding access for more students.
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Pennsylvania
Raymond P. Shafer
Fast Cook By Joy Stilley
Joy Stilley extols modern convenience foods that replace cooking with prepackaged, frozen, and ready to heat items. She notes the rise of packets, jars, and freezer meals that turn water into meals from breakfast to dessert, reducing cooking to heating rather than actual preparation.
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Joy Stilley
Do Thou Likewise Senator Lausche Remarks
Cotters Do Likewise editor urges readers to study Senator Lausche's reasons for voting against the Democratic nominee arguing the party disowned him for patriotism and honesty. He warns against liberal policies blamed for inflation tax burdens and loss of liberty, urging readers to resist further liberal direction.
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the Messenger
Frank Lausche
Democratic Party
Lausche
Housing Shortage Urges Massive U.S. Construction Push
Former Senator Paul H. Douglas, chairing the National Commission on Urban Problems, warns 7 million inferior dwellings and over 4 million overcrowded homes exist in the United States. He says housing stock pre-1929 will vanish soon and at least 2.5 million units per year are needed, about a million more than current industry output.
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Paul H. Douglas
National Commission On Urban Problems
Volunteer Worker Pat Nixon Prefers Quiet Civic Role
Pat Nixon, among infrequent appearances before women voters, avoids talking on issues. She says women want to hear candidates, noting that they like seeing other women but may not want to listen to them. She sees herself as a volunteer, not a campaigner.
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Pat Nixon
First Negro to lead Baruch School of Public Administration
Robert C. Weaver, who was the first Negro Cabinet member and first Secretary of the Housing and Urban Development Department, will become president of the Baruch School of Public Administration in New York City when the administration ends on January 20.
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Robert C. Weaver
Baruch School of Public Administration
New York City
Department of Housing and Urban Affairs
Messenger Publishing Co. Ohio Subscription Rates Notice
Daily and Sunday reading options listed with prices for carrier and mail delivery. Rates vary by region and duration, including weekly, monthly, and yearly terms. Address for mail and post office classification noted for The Messenger Publishing Co. at 43 W Union St Athens Ohio 45701.
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