The Times from Shreveport, Louisiana • Page 4

A 1 Marcn II. 1VM SHKKV KPUH r-BUIKH me times Bids Govo Treen Edwards adieu pected, with the party split between two Louisiana State University facilities: the assembly center and the nearby Cen-troplex. Treen and his wife Dodie planned to shuttle between balls. board chairmen he would blend right Remember Edwards eight years ago at his first inauguration? A polka dot suit, no less. Well, actually they were not dots, they were minature fleur- Fortunately for all involved, it de-lies.

At a distance they looked won't be like the Edwards' in- like polka dots. augural ball in 1971 when some 25.000 packed the halls and By BILL CRIDER BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) are now a free man," Gov. David Treen told Edwin Edwards at the end of the pomp and circumstance of inauguration on the capitol steps Monday. Treen had just been sworn in as the first Republican governor in Louisiana in 103 years and Edwards, in office for eight years, was suddenly out of a job.

''The ceremonial swearing-in of Treen, 51, marked more than the usual change in political faces and administration. It also brought a fundamental shift in style. It was already apparent in the inaugural show itself, which was a lot like Treen's political manner earnest, careful, on time, efficient, clean, maybe a bit dull. Forty-five high school bands, three university bands and nine floats were on hand. was Treen, aglow in a quiet suit of bluish gray, perfectly tailored, conservative," the epitome of the Republican image.

In a crowd of bankers or It set off the first flurry in the new Edwards administration. Fleur-de-lies were appropriate for the first Cajun governor in Louisiana in a century but polka dots were not. So somewhere along the inaugural route, Edwards mysteriously changed suits. The suit lived on, however, in editorial cartoons. As the first Republican governor since Reconstruction, Treen packed in a goodly crowd of GOP stalwarts.

But they were quietly triumphant, not a very noisy bunch. Though Treen also hails from South Louisiana, growing up in a New Orleans suburb, there were no hordes of celebrators in from the bayous, as there were at Edwards' first inaugural. For the inaugural ball, about 15,000 Treen backers were ex- couples in formal dress kept on arriving, invitations in hand. Heaven knows how many people showed up and couldn't get in. With typical aplomb, Edwards detoured and defused the embarrassment of the event with a memorable wisecrack.

"I didn't know that many Ca-juns owned tuxedoes," he said. The wisecracks will be missed by many. Few political figures could match Edwards as a stand up, off the cuff comedian and Treen won't try. It is not his style. The Treens already have settled in at the governor's mansion, which Edwards called home for eight years.

"I take nothing but my clothes and some fond memories," he said. District Judge Doug Gonzales of Baton Rouge gives oath to David Treen Treens host reception ointments App By JOHN M. HILL Times Capital Bureau BATON ROUGE Immediately following Monday's inaugural ceremonies, Gov. and Mrs. David Treen hosted a reception for about 250 of his supporters and members of the new administration in the governor's suite of offices which occupy the fourth floor of the state Capitol Building.

Republicans and Democrats alike sipped vintage French wines, nibbled on various cheeses and talked about the Treen inaugural address, which included the admonition to all public officials "to assiduously avoid even the appearance of using public office for private gain." Treen, the first Republican governor in 103 years, was presented a framed $10,000 bond which was signed by Louisiana's first Republican governor, Henry Clay Warmoth. "Wonder how much this is worth today," quipped Treen, in accepting the antique. Treen said he is enjoying the two-day inaugural ceremonies, although it's over. If we can just get through the ball tonight." "I feel great," said Bill Moran of Monroe, who resigned as finance chairman of the Louisiana Republican Party to take the same position with Ronald Reagan's Louisiana primary campaign. "We've looked forward to this day for a long, long time." It was 20 years ago this year that the late Charlton Lyons of Shreveport, chairman of the state GOP from 1964 until 1968, switched from the Democratic Party and began the strengthening of the Louisiana Republicans which led to Treen's election last fall.

"We've come a long way in those 20 years," said Charles DeGravelles of Lafayette, who succeeded Lyons and served as party chairman until 1972. "I just feel great." "I feel very, very good," said John Cade of Alexandria, state GOP chairman from 1976 until he resigned in early 1979 to be Treen's campaign manager. "This could be a very significant turning point in Louisiana politics," Cade said. "I think that after eight years of Dave Treen, he will have set such an example that the public will demand a government that is looking out for what it can do for the people rather than what they can do for themselves." The Republicans and the Democrats who were there continually expressed the hope that Louisiana, a state known nationally for its political corruption, may have installed its first totally honest and straightforward governor in recent history. "Come on up to the commissioner of administration's office anytime," said Commissioner E.

L. "Bubba" Henry of Jonesboro, one of the four unsuccessful Democratic gubernatorial candidates who bolted party lines to endorse Treen in the runoff. "We're going to run a completely open operation." Also among the guests were Gov. and Mrs. William Clements of Texas and several of Louisiana's congressional delegation.

U.S. Rep. Claude "Buddy" Leach, D-Leesville, who faces a strong challenge from Republican Jimmy Wilson of Vivian, attended the inagural ceremonies but not the reception. Governor's first act BATON ROUGE, La. (UPI) Gov.

Dave Treen signed commissions putting his 14 top administration appointments to work Monday his first official act as governor of Louisiana. He said he had no plans for a rest or vacation any time soon. His first official appointment as governor was scheduled for Tuesday with New Orleans Mayor Ernest Morial. "Mayor Morial hasn't told me what it is about, but I am assuming it is to discuss the (city's) legislative package." wj Afosft Goodby for Edwards (left), hello to Gov. 1 reen he did confess, "I will be glad when Jwwardses exit ''J.

lift' 'KJL JSJ mill i MzlELtvh U. his new private offices in Baton Rouge. He has formed a governmen-' tal consulting service along with his former executive assistant, Anne Davenport, and his legal secretary, Larry Cormier. "I'll be at my office at 1 o'clock. I've got to earn some money," quipped Edwards.

The former governor said he was not planning to attend the inaugural ball and has no plans for taking a vacation following his eight years in the state's highest office. At the conclusion of Treen's inaugural address, he invited his wife, Dodie, and the Edwardses to the inaugural platform to wave to the several thousand persons attending the ceremonies. There was much laughter from the crowd when Treen joked that Edwards is now a free man. Times Capital Bureau BATON ROUGE Former Gov. and Mrs.

Edwin Edwards, accompanied only by two security guards, left the Capitol by the back door immediately after the inauguration at noon Monday of Gov. David C. Treen. A beaming Mrs. Edwards said she was among the happiest 'persons on the podium during the change in administrations.

"I am heading home. Where else? I have a home now," said Mrs. Edwards, who had previously said she was looking forward to leaving public life. The Edwardses moved from the Governor's Mansion to their as yet uncompleted new home on a 10-acre lot just south of the Baton Rouge city limits. Edwards said he was heading for Texas Gov.

and Mrs. Bill Clements (left) watch inauguration festivities with the Edwardses Treen text and in the hope that my brevity will be perceived as evidence of wisdom, I shall not utter all that is on my mind. But I must say what is in my heart. This is a momentous occasion for me. My heart and my mind are crowded with many emotions joyful, hopeful, expectant.

But it is gratitude that dominates my consciousness today a deep sense of appreciation which will abide with me always for the effort and generosity of numerous people which have made possible this opportunity for me to serve the people of Louisiana at the highest level. I am grateful to my parents for their unbounding and ceaseless love. I am grateful to my wife for her constant, unselfish support abundantly provided in times of failure as well as in times of success. BATON ROUGE (UPI) Text of Gov. Dave Treen's inaugural address: Gov.

and Mrs. Edwards, Gov. Clements of Texas, (former) Gov. Davis, Gov. Kennen, Sam Jones, my colleagues from the Congress of the United States, my fellow elected officials of the state of Louisiana, members of my administration distinguished guests, my fellow Loui-sianians First, let me express my sincere appreciation to Gov.

and Mrs. Edwards for the generous cooperation and genuine hospitality they have afforded Dodie and me during the transition from Gov. Edwards' administration to mine Second, I want my fellow governors, Bill Clements of Texas and William Winter of Mississippi to know how grateful I am for their taking time from their busy schedules to be here today. Likewise, I appreciate those members of Congress, my former colleagues, who have made the special effort to be here today. 1" To the inaugural committee, I want to commend you and thank you for your extraordinary accomplish Christian heritage.

In my judgment, we must utilize and remain steadfast to the tradtional moral values of that heritage if we are to realize the brotherhood of man. Is it unrealistic to talk hopefully about achieving the brotherhood of man? Have we set our sights too high? Have we established a goal that is noble but unreachable? I think not. WhUe it is true that the impact of any single generation may not clearly be discernible on the sands of time that offers no excuse for not trying. Most goals can be reached only step by step. My friends, I know that it is easy to talk of lofty goals and noble ideas.

I know that worthy intentions are severely tested by the realities of conflicting interests and human weaknesses. And I know, perhaps better than anyone else save God Almighty of my abundant weaknesses. But I shall try in the spirit of the words I have spoken here today to help lead our great state of Louisiana in a manner worthy of your confidence and trust. .1 need and I ask you for your support, your tolerance, your patience and your prayers. Finally, I make this petition to all of you throughout Louisiana who have been invested with authority, either by election or by appointment by those who have been elected: Let us unite our talents, our minds and our hearts in a singleminded purpose to advance the cause of justice for all men and to strive daily for the establishment of that brotherhood of which mankind dreams so that when we are finished that great governor of all the universe, in the words of the Psalmist, will "beam with joy as He looks down on us." causes of discontent, such as income degradation resulting from inflation, must be eliminated.

But we will insist that those who undertake public service live up to their obligations. If we are to achieve our other objectives we must and we will ensure that the process by which we choose our government officials is protected from illegal and fraudulent activities; and that we have an honest count so that the will of the electorate is never frustrated. Confidence in our election process is essential to the maintenance of trust in our system of government. Enhancing economic opportunities for all our people, young and old, white and black, urban and rural, through more effective education and training will receive the highest priority in my administration. To provide those job opportunities we will aggressively pursue economic development agricultural, commercial and industrial in Louisiana.

A special effort will be made to provide job and career opportunities for those who have been disadvantaged by past indifference and neglect. And also to develop greater business opportunities for the black citizens of our state so that they may enjoy the benefits of our free enterprise economy. There is more much more But, lest I seriously violate Solomon's admonition, let me hurry on to these final thoughts. Having specific goals and noble aims is necessary, obviously, if human progress is to be made. But those goals and aims will not be achieved unless we in public office times with all the vigor and determination I can summon up.

I will discharge that responsibility. What are those needs and challenges? What is the mission of our government? I see the mission of government to provide protection for our citizens and our resources, to enhance opportunity for all our people and to insure justice. Government's role in protecting its citizens has become vastly more complex and difficult than ever before. Threats to individual security resulting from increased criminal activity have reached intolerable proportions. The narcotics peddler preys constantly on the young and gullible.

Solutions to these problems must and will be vigorously pursued. Protecting society also means focusing in on the hazards of uncontrolled disposal of noxious substances which pose risks to our health. This we will do. Our beautiful state can and will be protected from the indifference and callousness of those who demonstrate their lack of aesthetic values by discarding their trash and junk wherever it suits their convenience. We will protect and manage our uplands, and our wetlands, and our coastal zone in a prudent way so that we and those that follow us will enjoy forever the bounty of our renewable resources.

We will protect the handicapped and the infirm who are dispossessed, and do all that we can to ease their burdens. The safety, health and well-being of our society also requires that essential public services not be interrupted by strikes or walkouts. The recognize that the power of our offices carries with it a special responsibility: To exercise our authority with care and deliberation; To work diligently to be objective and impartial; To be tolerant of contrary views and contrary people; To try to resolve conflicts and reconcile differences for the benefit of the public at large; To assiduosly avoid even thei appearance of using public office for private gain; To keep constantly in mind that democracy, in the words of Robert Hutchins, "is founded on the dignity of man, not the dignity of some men its sanction is not the sanction of force, but the sanction of human nature," and, finally, to remember always that the whole purpose of government is to provide a framework for harmonizing the relationship of man, one to another. That harmony can only be realized if we remain steadfast in our determination to meet the challenge of all democratic governments: the establishment of justice justice for each and every person within jour jurisdiction. Let us remember that government is not a goal in itself, but merely an instrument fashioned by human beings for advancing the brotherhood of man.

And, if we are to achieve the brotherhood of man, there must be a commitment, not just of those trusted with public office, but a commitment by all people a commit- ment to certain principles of human conduct. Those principles of human conduct are defined for us by our1 Judeo- I am grateful to my children for their unrelenting faith in me, whether deserved or not. I am grateful to the campaign leaders and workers and contributors to my campaign, whose generosities I can repay only by a performance in office which meets their expectations. I am grateful to the people of Louisiana whose support and confidence have provided me the greatest opportunity and challenge of my life. This opportunity for leadership, which begins today, comes with the commensurate responsibility to address the needs and challenges of our ments during these two days.

The 29th chapter of the Book of Proverbs contains an admonition perhaps appropriate to this occasion. Solomon says in the 11th verse: "A fool uttereth all his mind but a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards." And so, mindful of this admonition,.