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Newspaper
Childress Index
Location
Childress, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1976
Page
4
Ray Cromley profiles a young senator who won wide support but argues Congress is in disrepute. He urges committee reform, denounces conflicts of interest, and warns the system resists change amid bureaucratic maze and entrenched privilege.
Secretary of Transportation William Coleman endorses a two year test of air bags in at least two manufacturers for half a million cars in 1979 and 1980. He cites cost concerns and consumer resistance but argues the plan balances safety with freedom of choice while industry cooperation remains uncertain.
The piece explores how former presidents and governors are titled. It notes that governors retain the title for life, unlike ex presidents who lose an honorific label. It questions what to call ex president Carter in the future and contrasts governor with master as a possible alternative.
Local sports coverage praises Childress Bobcats players who reached state finals in Texas Stadium with coach led program. The piece cites AP commentary on community pride and a TV feature in Amarillo plus notes the team returns with one starter. It closes with a historical cattle reference from Columbus.
A Childress Texas fan thanks Vince Langford of the Wichita Falls Record News for season coverage and playoff reporting. He commends the state finals story and the benediction style closing on Sunday morning.
An EMT II paramedic training program established by Chicago Citywide College's Health Services Institute will train students at Northwestern Memorial Hospital Illinois Masonic Medical Center and the University of Chicago Hospitals and Clinics. Columbia University in New York was originally named King's College.
Washington E A It was Christmas Eve 1970 and Tom Tiede recounts delivering a white Santa role at Lugenia Fuell’s Harlem day care for working poor children. Despite hostility and a stolen press camera, the visit produced joy, gifts, and a cordial goodbye note from an unemployed mechanic.
On this date 1620 Pilgrims landed at Plymouth Massachusetts. Patton died in 1945 from injuries in Heidelberg. de Gaulle 1958 president, Waldheim born 1918. Nixon talks in Bermuda, OPEC raid in Vienna, Waldheim birthday 58. Thoughts on liberty. Bicentennial note recalls New Jersey winter quarters.
A reader argues for principled action over complacency, even at personal risk, urging the school book committee to heed Ecclesiastes 12 13 14 and live by fear of God and keeping commandments. The letter defends speaking out against hardships caused by others and challenges silent conformity in public life.
A warehouse sale advertises Guaranteed Zenith portable 25 inch RCA consoles and Catalina models with tape deck options. Prices range from 25 to 250 dollars, plus refrigerators washers dryers ranges and other items. Financing and rental options available at 506 Third Street.
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