Athens Messenger 1968 Athens Ohio publication details
Athens Messenger issue from September 19 1968 lists the publishing company address at 43 West Union Street Athens Ohio the paper is a long running local daily now under publisher Frederick W Bush with historical note on past publishers and staff including Gordon K Bush G Kenner Bush and M W McDargh and editors Fred W Weber Charles W Reamer.
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Athens Messenger
the Messenger Publishing Company
West Union Street
Athens
Ohio
Frederick W. Bush
Gordon K. Bush
G. Kenner Bush
M. W. McDargh
Fred W. Weber
Charles W. Reamer
Republicans gain in Gallup poll on solving nation’s ills
For the first time in a decade Americans trust the Republicans to fix the country’s problems. The latest Gallup poll shows a two to one preference for Republicans to keep the nation prosperous and out of war, with Democrats gaining no clear advantage in cost of living or prosperity.
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Republican Party
Wilson
Johnson
Silent Majority Urges White and Black Unity Against Riots
The piece reports B'nai B'rith leader urging a militant silent majority of African Americans to speak out with black answers to racial problems. Dr Wexler of Savannah stresses the need for honest dialogue across races to avert riots and address indignities rather than rely on conciliatory measures.
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America
B'nai B'rith
Jewish Service Organization
Wiliam A. Wexler
Savannah
To Smoke Or Not
A Cincinnati study of 16 000 male twins questions smoking as a heart disease cause while confirming smoking’s link to respiratory disorders. Among twin pairs, heart disease symptoms were similar in smokers and nonsmokers, suggesting heredity or environment may drive risk. respiratory issues remained more common in smokers, with lung cancer and emphysema as major risks.
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University of Cincinnati Medical Center
Public medical care spending doubles since Medicare era
The Tax Foundation notes Federal and local spending on medical care rose from 6.7 billion in 1964 to 12.6 billion last year, with private spending up from 24.2 to 28.8 billion as public funding grows. Per capita health costs rose from 178.86 to 206.31, lifting total expenditures to 65.46 billion.
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Tax Foundation
Foundation
Washington insight Democrats falling apart in Pittsburgh
Washington insider analysis argues the Democratic party’s decline stems from internal fractures in Pittsburgh’s age-old coalition. It cites weak grassroots enthusiasm, urban renewal displacing minority communities, labor tensions, and shifting ethnic blocs as indicators of a party in need of long-term rebuilding before the 1968 campaign.
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Millvale
George Wallace
Richard Nixon
Vietnam
Afl-Cio
George Meany
David Lawrence
Lawrence
Golden Triangle
Italy
Poland
Union
Democratic Party
Michael Musmanno
John Dent
Joseph Gaydos
I. W. Abel
Meany
Barry Goldwater
LSD in Chicago Water Sparks Scare and Policy Talk
A Chicago water plant incident where local youths dumped LSD into a holding tank raises fears of contamination and prompts discussion of guard measures. Officials confirm chlorine neutralizes LSD, raise questions about other drugs and poisons, with police weighing charges and potential federal statutes.
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Chicago
Mr. Humphrey
Combat
National Review
Time Magazine
New York Times
Drew Pearson
Lake Michigan
British advance near Hindenburg line signals trench threat
The Messenger notes a shift to a new tactic as British forces press toward the formidable trench system near the Hindenburg line, overtaking German opposition on the verge of a major breakthrough. A Dayton test pilot reportedly set an altitude record of over 28,000 feet before landing near Canton. Vinson states allied sea power blocks Japanese resupply to beleaguered garrisons. Battelle Institute chief Williams calls U S industry’s output of metals and materials a marvel of the age.
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Hindeburg
United States
Dayton
Canton
Vinson
House Naval Committee
Battelle Institute
Clyde Williams
Cash Or Kiss Incident Sparks Confusion
A retired Australian school teacher surprised a woman attempting to steal cash from his bag. She kissed him before fleeing, leaving the reason for the act unclear whether she sought cash or used it as a pretext for the kiss.
Bow Ties Explain Why Men Wear Bow Ties
Hal Boyle surveys why men wear bow ties and the social reactions they provoke. He notes bow tie wearers are seen as odd but are typically normal, outlining responses to critics and the humor of public perception. The piece ends with reasons a grown man dons a bow tie.
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New York
Community thanks rise for Athens Teen Center effort
A public letter from N Eugene Brundige, director of the Athens Teen Center, expresses gratitude to Bob Burson, the city recreation director, the recreation commission, the school board, and the city council for expanding the city recreation program to include a Teen Center. He also thanks Athens Messenger, WATH, WOUB, Channel 7, Coca Cola, Diles Shop, Specialty Shop, Woolworth, service clubs, and community individuals for support and celebrates the teens serving on the teen center board and in the broader effort.
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Athens
Bob Burson
City Recreation Commission
City School Board
Athens City Council
Atthens Messenger
WATH
WOUB
Channel 7
Coca-Cola
Diles Shop
Specialty Shop
Woolworth
N. Eugene Brundige
Athens Teen Center Middle School
W. State
Stop Begging by Band Members Says Athens Reader
Mary Charonis of State Street criticizes the practice of high school bands soliciting funds on streets, in front of stores, and door to door. She argues bands should earn money through bake sales or odd jobs and urges the public to support the groups responsibly.
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the Messenger
Athens
Mary Charonis E
State St. Athens
Newspaper Subscription Rates and Mailing Details
Publisher daily except Saturdays and AP member. Rates vary by delivery method and region. In Ohio and nationwide, daily and Sunday options shown with weekly, monthly, and yearly prices. mail address at The Messenger Publishing Co., 43 W. Union, Athens, Ohio 45701.
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