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Newspaper
Newton Kansan
Location
Newton, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1976
Page
4
Sometime Friday many Americans will drive home for Christmas to reunite with family and friends. Most arrive safely, but some will be victims of traffic accidents. Be prepared for the unexpected, avoid driving tired, and drive at safe speeds for conditions. Do not drink and drive. Maintain focus on the road.
On December 23 1976 history notes Wake Island surrender in 1941 Washington resignation in 1783 Maryland cedes land for federal seat 1788 Joseph Smith born 1805 Tojo executed 1948 Bay of Pigs airlift begins 1962 oil price increase 1973. Also Hoffa released 1970 CIA chief Welch killed 1973 birthdays Jose Greco James Roosevelt anniversaries and awards listed.
The article reports Kuwait pressuring OPEC to set LPG and LNG prices, fearing a supply glut that would push prices down, while Kuwait and Iran and Algeria push for market rigging to keep prices high. U.S. imports of gas are small, but world prices could affect domestic costs. It notes potential LPG capacity growth, and details a separate Washington-sourced memo war at the Consumer Product Safety Commission, plus Pentagon cutbacks at Lexington Blue Grass depot with political controversy ahead of an election.
The piece critiques the 66 page Air Force Magazine annual on global arms, noting world spending nears 350 billion dollars while many nations fail to fund health and education. It highlights per capita spending disparities, vast troop totals, and calls for reallocating funds to social needs, ending with a somber view of armed competition.
Washington observers say aerospace firms must expand beyond government contracts to mass markets. They note new nongovernment sales rose to about a quarter of total in 1976 77 but require capital, market research, and leadership. Critics blame inertia and reliance on federal aid.
Dr D C Wedel reports a lighthearted account of Amos Prouty and a hired man after their team ran away while hauling fodder near Middle East Emmet. Prouty hit the frozen ground, damaged his nose, and the wagon collapsed as the team scattered fodder and harness across the yard.
The excerpt contrasts Hebrews guidance with Santayana’s idea that Columbus trusted faith to reveal a world beyond maps. It frames faith as assurance, conviction, and navigational force guiding explorers and seekers across unknown horizons.
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