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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1976
Page
4
The piece argues that new four year licenses and delayed notices from Commissioner Cleon Yates could leave thousands of drivers unknowingly driving without valid licenses. It urges readers to share opinions and recalls past two year reminder practice, warning of fines and widespread noncompliance.
A city council in Alabama weighs enforcing an ancient statute on selling a bag after sundown. The debate touches on why the law was enacted, its lack of current enforcement, and whether state action should replace local rules.
The piece discusses a tongue in cheek idea of a Rockefeller day long presidency to let Nelson Rockefeller be appointed as a test run for 1977, with tensions among Republicans and a hint of harmony across parties. It notes possible implications for Ford and Nixon eras and mentions public discourse around presidential succession.
Billy Graham clarifies Romans salvation verses 9 10 noting confession with the mouth and belief in the heart lead to salvation. He explains that faith in Jesus makes one right with God, starting God’s work of salvation and overcoming fear as a pathway to a new life.
A federal appellate court in New Orleans faced allegations of favoring oil and gas interests as petitions were filed at record speed. Investigations cited clerk’s office assistance and timing to argue impropriety while officials denied wrongdoing and called for inquiry.
Five weeks before his oath, Jimmy Carter risks harming his presidency by choosing a defense secretary. Conservatives and defense hawks push for hardliners like Schlesinger, Warnke, or Harold Brown, threatening a return to Cold War posture and detente challenges. Carter must balance hard line defense with negotiation for mutual advantage to avoid escalating arms and preserving new security equilibrium.
A Gallup based survey shows the United Nations viewed favorably across most regions with about half of the world aware of the UN. The report notes high awareness in North America and lower in Africa and the Far East, citing purposes like maintaining peace and aiding development. A second item describes NRDC petitioning EPA over F-11 refrigerant linked to health risks and potential Legionnaires disease amid widespread leaks in old AC units.
The Decatur Alabama Daily announces its misstatement policy and outlines annual subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions including trade zone pricing, carrier delivery options, and tax inclusions. It identifies W R Shelton as founder editor and notes publisher details with Associated Press affiliation.
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