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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1976
Page
12
Readers cautioned about the dangers of installing Citizens Band antennas after recent electrocutions in Lawrence and Limestone counties. The letter urges careful planning and suggests professional installation to avoid contacting live power lines and potential shocks. It emphasizes awareness of nearby wires and utmost caution to prevent harm.
The State Board of Education plans to delay its decision on Calhoun Community College’s next president after Dr. Carlton Kelley retires. The board seeks a careful, thorough appointment to ensure a leader of superior ability guides the school through the transition, reflecting the college’s importance to the community.
The piece urges Democratic presidential hopeful Jimmy Carter to accept FBI background checks on potential running mates. It argues past VP selections erred by not fully vetting candidates, risking illness disclosure issues or criminal suspicions. It urges thorough investigations to avoid mistakes in the second highest office.
Orville Kelly learns cancer is terminal and chooses to live fully each day with Wanda and their children. He shares his approach through a national Make Today Count program, inspiring thousands and creating sixty chapters nationwide. Kelly writes about his experience, spreads hopeful living, and invites others to join the movement.
A Remington funded institute report harshly criticizes the NRA for promoting broad gun rights. It argues gun access fuels murders and that concealable pistols drive violence. The NRA retaliates with lobbying, while lawmakers debate bills and committee votes, amid pressure from gun interests and supporters.
George F. Will argues modern democracy devalues public service, citing sexual scandal rumors in Congress and the Jacksonian shift toward a plain yet servile political culture. He contrasts founders’ virtue with today’s demand for mere responsiveness, noting voters may reelect tainted incumbents.
A reader asks if eternal life is knowable after death. The minister replies yes, grounded in God’s promises and faith in Jesus Christ. Salvation is through Christ, not works or feelings. those who believe in Him have eternal life.
The Decatur Parks and Recreation Department announces this week’s playground program centers on Decatur’s sesquicentennial. Leaders will guide children in puppet making for an historical skit, plus painting and aluminum tray crafts. Instructors will staff all playgrounds Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
A meditation on teachers shaping talent by violinist Jascha Heifetz. Bicentennial note marks two hundred years since the Virginia Convention elected five delegates to Congress for one year and re elects Thomas Jefferson.
Publication details for Decatur Alabama daily and Sunday editions by Tennessee Valley Printing Co. Includes mailing and carrier delivery rates, rates by trade zone, and tax information. Note on misstatement statement and redress process.
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