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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1977
Page
4
A compact June 30 1977 Decatur Daily briefing from AP NYT and CQ News Service, noting regional updates and editorials. Includes founder editor WR Shelton memorial mentions and proceedings relevant to that era.
Editorial lauds Copeland Corp for building a plant in Hartselle asserting it will boost the economy with about 1100 jobs within five to seven years. It notes support from local government Gov George Wallace and the development office and highlights the Industrial Development Association role in securing the investment.
In Oregon 200 miles south of Portland, 50 families break ground on Cerro Gordo a utopian town of 2000 with no cars solar heat and waste recycling to be built on 1200 acres. Origin traced to a 28-year-old former Santa Barbara man who formed Town Forum six years ago leading to 5000 members and 100 investors.
The Birmingham News laments a brief special session in Montgomery that approved two referenda for constitutional amendments. It notes 13 amendments on September 13, many local in scope, urging home rule and a broad reform of the state constitution rather than continuing with trivia. The piece criticizes duplication and the lack of timely action on a comprehensive revision.
A reprinted column by JACK ANDERSON and LES WHITTEN allegedly provoked a political murder in Chicago. Kasikovich warned he was targeted, saying they are going to get me now, and was killed that night. FBI notes reference Yugoslav police involvement with the Serbian Orthodox Church in Belgrade during the 1960s.
Investigators note possible personal or other motive as the case remains unsolved. UDB activity in the United States is reportedly up, with prior attempts on Yugoslav exiles including Boara Blagojevic who warned the FBI in 1974 of threats to his life.
A collage of commentary examines punk music's rise and its provocative mock violence, tracing etymology and social reactions. It links fashion and rebellion to media trends, then shifts to Cold War intrigue with alleged assassinations, Yugoslav UDB activity, and anti Communist exile killings.
A reader asks if Christians can find real joy and peace while dealing with anxiety and needing medication. The reply notes Scripture promises fruit of the Spirit including joy and peace, emphasizes treating the body as a temple, and suggests trusting God can lessen emotional troubles rooted in love, purpose, and self worth.
President Carter pledged to eliminate all nuclear weapons while the Pentagon pursues the neutron bomb. Critics note the paradox as he approves the sale of AWACS to Iran and maintains arms restraint rhetoric amid ongoing defense deals. The clash highlights tensions between ideals and strategic choices in Carter's early tenure.
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