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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1976
Page
6
The C I G A R S committee formed to defend smokers rights and seek mutual understanding with non-smokers. At its first conference they debated designated smoking areas and courteous behavior in elevators, restaurants, theaters, buses, taxis, planes, and trains, stressing neighborly respect to resolve odor and space disputes.
The Canadian government enacts new energy conservation taxes to curb fuel use, including a $100 levy on car and van air conditioners and higher tariffs based on auto weight starting August. Ottawa aims to push demand for lighter, efficient cars amid oil-supply concerns, with Beijing-like resolve to endure public displeasure.
Quote comments from Carl Riblet Jr noting the plan is a waste of money and time and that a call to Henry Kissinger could yield the answer. The remark frames the debate over federal research funding and language use.
Commentator notes Carter’s rising appeal to Democrats nationwide, with Daley steering Illinois for Carter and supporters praising his charisma and political skill. The piece critiques trust in leaders, cites anti Carter polls comparisons, and imagines a potential Carter administration amid debate on his temperament and policies before the Labor Day kickoff of the campaign.
A political column argues Jimmy Carter’s shifting stance on Section 14B of the Taft Hartley Act risks alienating Deep South voters after Louisiana lawmakers and a Right to Work debate. It cites a Louisiana rights vote, an assassination in Baton Rouge, and national polls showing broad support for right to work. Carter’s pivot toward labor backing contrasts with past Georgia positions.
The filing period moves slowly at the capitol yet promises resolution. Wilbur Wright appears on the ballot as several four year term office holders seek Congress seats. A plaque in Canadian grocery store hints Rex Brinlee slipped here. McAlester prison quiet. Governor Boren faces Carter conferences.
The piece argues Jimmy Carter will be shaped by both his party and the nation, noting the Democratic split between hard-liners and moderates, the pressures of choosing a running mate, and the enduring question of his leadership. It compares party dynamics to initiation rites and suggests Carter’s freedom is narrowing as he becomes central to party and nation.
E. W. Elmore asserts daytime alertness is more valuable than burning the midnight oil in a concise maxim about productivity and energy use.
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