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Newspaper
Newton Kansan
Location
Newton, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1976
Page
4
A Job Opportunity Center release shows Harvey County's unemployment at 2.8 percent, near a practical floor. The report notes 450 more people employed than a year earlier and a seasonal dip from August to October, with optimism for the coming months despite national weakness.
The 12th Latin American Food Production Conference in Rio de Janeiro reports bountiful harvests in 1976 with world grain at 1.22 billion tons. India and Taiwan show major gains. concerns rise over population growth and energy costs elevating fertilizer prices. Critics warn against overconfidence and potential food access disparities. A related note covers a royal invitation to celebrate Britain's Silver Jubilee.
The ERDA security chief cites a pattern of lax protection at Washington headquarters with 85 processed security infractions in 1975 and 69 in the first three quarters of 1976. He urges a monitoring system to deter spies and petty theft as officials warn most breaches involve personal items and routine access rather than loss of material.
The piece notes Jimmy Carter pledging cooperation with Congress and proposes cabinet members appear before joint sessions, possibly televised, drawing on parliamentary practice seen during Carter’s London visit. It discusses risks of executive isolation and the appeal of questioning formats versus traditional U.S. congressional decorum.
Major chains report solid fall and winter clothing sales in October and November while autos and appliances trails. Sanford Bernstein notes defensive consumer behavior with some auto demand softness due to supply and other factors. Government data also point to weak furniture and household equipment outlets. Savings associations report deposits up $3.6 billion in October, 59 percent higher than a year earlier.
Ray Cromley argues Congress guarantees its own re election through rules and funds favoring incumbents. He cites a 5,000 dollar newsletter fund and lax enforcement by the Federal Election Commission, noting heavy outside donations to incumbents and weak prospects for challengers. The piece quotes Ralph K. Winter and cites terms limits as a possible relief, while acknowledging entrenched interests and long tenure risk.
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