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Newspaper
Danville Register
Location
Danville, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1977
Page
2
Survey and Prospect urge energy conservation after a costly winter. The piece cites higher natural gas prices, 5 percent more residential gas use, 191 billion extra cubic feet, and a $31 rise in heating costs. Oil use rose 13 percent and gasoline demand 4.3 percent, with officials planning year round saving to endure permanent energy shortfalls.
Four years after U.S. troop withdrawal from South Vietnam, Vietnam-era veterans face high unemployment, especially the disabled and black veterans. The Carter administration prioritizes a job program with a 33 percent goal for new public service positions for veterans, plus a private sector Hire initiative. Outreach offices in 100 cities, staffed by disabled veterans in temporary federal jobs, will aid job placement and training, aiming for permanent positions through public recognition of wartime sacrifices.
Chaplain Furman University argues that true love requires mutual respect over dependency. He cites women pursuing careers as positive, stressing self worth, freedom, and equal partnership, while warning against controlling or possessive marriage dynamics and urging support for individual growth.
In Washington, UN Ambassador Andrew Young warned South Africa's R F Botha that immediate independence for Namibia is demanded by black Africa. He suggested a potential break in relations if Carter’s policy aligns with his stance, signaling a tougher US line at the UN Security Council.
Ralph de Toledano argues that national media and the public are bored with President Carter. He says Washington consensus treats him as cautious, cautious steps pacify Congress while pundits seek sensational stories. Carter may prove himself good or not, but the public will decide first.
In a Springs themed column, a writer marks the arrival of spring near Shade Head and Woodville, noting peepers in Rappahannock County after a harsh winter. The piece details blooming crocuses, daffodils, and wildlife sightings from robins to bluebirds and a fox sparrow, plus early field work and a dramatic acorn tally.
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