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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 28, 1968

Page

4

City of the Future: Decentralized Universities and City Integration

Doxiadis forecasts US population rising to 550 million and urban share to 90 percent within 50 years. He urges universities to move away from centralized campuses toward multiple small centers within cities, with no car traffic on campuses and a 10 minute walk to classes. He notes growing decentralization via community colleges and closer placement to students.

United States Constantinos A. Doxiadis American Council On Education Denver Doxiadis

Sleep And The Heart Health Link Found In Study

A study of 800000 Americans shows deaths from stroke and coronary heart disease rise with ten hours sleep and also with less than seven hours. Seven hours appears optimal for adults 50 to 59. Dr E Cuyler Hammond notes long sleep may reflect drowsiness from reduced brain blood flow and could lower activity, increasing fat deposition. Smoking is a major factor below age 60, with obesity next. sleep may be another contributing factor. He cautions cause of heart disease remains unclear but environmental in the U.S.

E. Cuyler Hammond American Cancer Society Hammond

Byrd Warns on Debt as Tax Surtax Passes

The Congress approved a 10 percent surtax to raise 15.3 billion this year, paired with a claimed 6 billion in spending cuts. Sen. Harry F. Byrd of Virginia calls the outcome a costly lesson in deficit spending as the national debt nears 358 billion dollars. He notes doubt about actual cuts and likens debt limits to removing a spouse's credit cards, a worthwhile aim but nearly impossible to achieve.

Congress Harry F. Byrd Virginia Byrd The Treasury Senate

Nixon and Humphrey clash over black military roles and guerrilla groups

The piece argues Nixon’s plan for a fully volunteer armed forces could raise black enlistment to high shares, with combat units possibly 40 percent Negro. It contrasts Humphrey’s call to outlaw armed guerrilla groups and notes uncertainty over how both campaigns would handle black militancy and public welfare impacts.

Nixon Victory Special Heads to Ohio Rally Tour

A conservative report chronicles Nixon’s campaign impressions across Missouri Ohio and New Jersey praising his momentum. The Cincinnati Gardens rally drew 16 000 with orderly proceedings and enthusiastic Nixon girls in blue dresses as the candidate urged continued work ahead of Election Day.

Humphrey Missouri Nixon Ohio Muskie New Jersey Truman Dewey Hubert Humphrey Richard Nixon Republican House Senate White House Cincinnati Toledo Cincinnati Gardens

Nixon Leads Nation in Popcorn Poll Narrative

A long National Popcorn Poll profile marks Richard Nixon as the front runner, with 54 percent to Humphrey 30 and Wallace 16. The piece traces his campaign cadence from Cincinnati through small towns, noting reporters' ambivalence and public appeal, praising his postwar stance and a defense of individual effort.

Harry S. Truman Thomas FE. Dewey Nixon Humphrey Wallace Cincinnati Middletown Dayton Springfield London Richard Nixon Johnson-Humphrey Vietnam Baloney Croweds Court House

Resignation of Ludendorff Tied to Peace Terms Rift

The Messenger reports General Ludendorff resigned as military chief after clashing with Prince Max over Wilson peace terms. Also noted were improvements in the influenza pneumonia situation around Athens and surrounding areas with fewer cases. Vice President Wallace predicted food will be the dominant world issue in 1944 and Athens County will decide on 17 proposed tax levies at the next election.

Ludendorff Prince Max Wilson Athens Henry A. Wallace Athens County

Air pollution control districts petition letters urged

Peggy Goodrich of Athens urges readers to back an initiative petition circulating in the Athens area to compel Ohio General Assembly action in January on a bill creating air pollution control districts. The proposal would empower district boards to run prevention and abatement programs and impose prosecutions or injunctions for violations. Goodrich plans to attend League of Women Voters events and requests signatures from registered voters with precinct details.

Athens General Assembly State of Ohio League of Women Voters Tri-County League Helpfu Peggy Goodrich

Eighth grade visits humane society students donate to shelter

My eighth grade class showed interest in the Humane Society and the animal shelter. We visited on two evenings, saw clean pens and care, noted brisk dog turnover, and witnessed people bringing dogs while others waited to take dogs out. The students donated eight dollars and sixty cents to the Humane Society and invited others to contribute or join the society through Miss Hazel Road.

the Messenger Humane Society The Miss Hazel Road Madison Ave

Treating Effect Versus Cause of Violence in America

Rev Terrell E Johnson argues that gun legislation and violence in media drive societal decay. He warns the soul of America is in danger as children imitate on screen and screen in theaters shapes behavior. He calls for selective viewing and writing stations for wholesome programs.

the Messenger America Kenya Africa Terrell E. Johnson First Baptist Church Athens

Stevens Named Presiding Justice in New York Appellate Court

Nelson A. Rockefeller announced Harold A. Stevens will become Presiding Justice of the Supreme Court Appellate Division for Manhattan and the Bronx. Stevens will be the first African American to hold this high post in New York State judiciary. Thurgood Marshall remains the nation’s top U.S. Supreme Court justice.

Gay Nelson A. Rockefeller New York Harold A. Stevens Supreme Court Manhattan Bronx Justice Stevens New York State Thurgood Marshall U. S. Supreme Court

Publication details for Athens Messenger newspaper

Athens Messenger records its pricing and delivery options. It lists daily and Sunday single copies, carrier and mail delivery rates, regional distinctions for Olin West Virginia and elsewhere in the US, with various weekly, semiannual and annual subscription prices. The paper is printed daily except Saturdays and is mailed from Athens Ohio 45701.

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