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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1976
Page
4
A reminiscence note from The Decatur Daily recalls WA Shelton as founder editor of the paper from 1912 to 1924. The item notes his long service and impact on early coverage and editorial direction, reflecting the paper’s mid 20th century heritage.
The Blytheville editorial welcomes input on a proposed municipally owned garbage incineration system that would burn city waste for a fee and supply steam to private industry. It notes Arkansas experience is old and problematic and urges the council to slow,慎慎ly weigh a 20 year contract before committing.
A prolonged suit by the Louisville and Nashville Railroad seeks to block the Tennessee Tombigbee Waterway construction. Proponents accuse the railroad of fear of competition and environmental mischaracterizations while asserting the project will yield national benefits and spur regional economic growth. The piece argues that federal subsidies support both rail and water routes and urges sharing in progress rather than obstruction.
A reader asks how to regain faith after sinning and losing meaning in prayer. The answer distinguishes between accepting Jesus as Saviour and accepting Him as Lord, urging the believer to open life to God and submit as servant to Christ, restoring the relationship through surrender and renewal.
At a Washington embassy reception for Giulio Andreotti Barbara Blum and other Carter aides draw attention as the transition unfolds. The piece notes Fritz Ford era staffers like Jordan Cheney and Greener adjusting to change while Carter plots a budget push and possible farewell signals.
Washington report notes Carter's careful cabinet-building approach as he selects Treasury, Transportation, and OMB picks. He emphasizes unity between cabinet members and White House aides, aims for a Presidential Council in policy making, and stresses openness with Congress and business leaders while balancing expertise and loyalty.
Commerce Secretary Elliot L. Richardson argues federal aid should shift toward the North to boost its lagging economy, noting the South’s growth accelerates while the North declines. He cites studies and historical policy shifts, while a separate claim links aid to the Roosevelt era. A reference to a Rome built Wheley House in San Diego appears unrelated to the core issue.
Treasury Secretary William Simon recalls US pressure on the Shah of Iran to curb oil prices amid the 1974 crisis. He cites King Faisal of Saudi Arabia urging intervention and notes Nixon's willingness to act, which disappeared with the Watergate fall. Also covers Pak Bo Hi and Moon group visa irregularities and a US immigration review.
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