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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1966
Page
4
Federal cutbacks threaten completion dates for interstate projects planned through 1972. Alabama currently has 411 miles in use and 195 miles under construction. Existing contracts remain unaffected while broader deflation or a Vietnam War end could revive the large public works push.
The measure gains approval in 19 of 21 cotton states with Alabama and Tennessee voting no. Officials say the assessment will promote research and open new markets for cotton, though the bill is not perfect. Supporters praise the Cotton Belt for advancing the industry.
Francis B. Richerson of 3M Decatur Plant told Alabama Water Improvement Commission that industry supports pollution abatement and pays millions for facilities. Five companies report about 4 million dollars invested with annual operating costs near 100 thousand dollars.
Drew Pearson urges a District of Columbia citizens grand jury to investigate eavesdropping and bugging by FBI and politicians. The piece questions whether Hoover and Kennedy approved wiretaps, cites Judge Bryant’s bold stance, and discusses potential implications for privacy, law, and public trust.
In response to a reader question, Billy Graham cites Surgeon General figures noting 250000 premature deaths yearly from smoking, rising teen use, and lung cancer 50,000 deaths in 1966. He cites heart attack risks and argues medical science aligns with biblical teaching that the body is a temple.
David Lawrence argues that the FBI should be made independent from the Executive and report to Congress. He notes the danger of political influence on prosecutions and calls for a cabinet-free structure akin to independent commissions to ensure impartiality in federal law enforcement.
Analysis notes rising party tension as Reagan conservatives clash with Romney forces over 1968 strategy. It outlines Senate leadership struggles with Hugh Scott versus George Murphy for the GOP campaign chair, and Dirksen's possible backing. It highlights Ray Bliss’s optimism contrasted with persistent intra party fault lines.
This Day In History notes events on December 16 1773 the Boston Tea Party and 1951 Newark area plane crash. It also recalls Decatur train service changes and local defense exhibits with brief regional mentions.
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