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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1977
Page
4
June 23 1977 edition notes wire service by line with Associated Press and New York Times sources. Mentions founder editor 1912 1924 Shelton and service affiliations. No specific local event details provided.
The piece denounces ten environmental and health groups suing TVA for sulfur dioxide from coal plants as overzealous and costly. It argues TVA will clean air and water in time, but critics drive up Valley electric rates. The columnist calls the suit unfair and urges courts to dismiss it.
Morgan County commissioners favor building a park on the old courthouse site over a parking lot. They cite area improvement, better looks, and environmental benefits from grass and trees, including cooling effects and fuel savings.
Reports from refugees in Kenya detail claims of a failed assassination plot against Ugandan leader Idi Amin and subsequent crackdowns. Refugees cited killings and looting near Entebbe and Kisumu, but officials in Nairobi and border authorities denied a sudden upsurge, with Amin reportedly declaring he is well.
Washington reports that Chief Justice Warren Burger warned of a legal system overrun by lawyers and judges. He criticized U.S. litigation as burdensome and claimed attorneys dominate government, with more than 300 of 535 congressional seats held by lawyers. He suggested studying Iran’s village justice to learn lessons.
In Boston a debate over Joe Kennedy III's possible bid for state treasurer unfolds as supporters praise his political instinct and warn rivals. The piece notes the Kennedys' influence, Joe's education and a past jeep accident, while detailing potential challengers Larry DiCara and others and reflecting on Massachusetts political culture.
Washington row erupts as pundits publish denials against claims about Park Carter Flaherty Mondale Kennedy and Giancana. Names like Tongsun Park Peter Flaherty Ted Kennedy Olin Teague and Mario Cuomo appear amid accusations of forged documents and political pressure.
Dear Dr Graham explains that the Bible allows only one life on earth and rejects reincarnation. Sinners cannot earn salvation by the law. only faith in Jesus Christ saves, with eternal life assured for believers.
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