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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1973
Page
4
Bernard Goldstein, longtime White House supplier, vented anger after a price ceiling lift. He refused a White House order for premium fillet and strip, offering lower quality steaks instead. He said the shortage was created by the administration and they deserve no better.
Congress debate centers on whether speaker and top Democrats must align with party policy or could follow personal judgment when voting. Stanton seeks rules barring leadership from opposing party positions, while incumbents like McFall defend limited dissent. The issue tests leadership accountability amid two constituencies and conscience.
Washington-There is grave danger that stolen nuclear weapons may fall into terrorists or Mafia hands. A Ford Foundation draft report warns such weapons could be built with common workshop gear, using modest quantities of nuclear material. It discusses a global black market and risks of large-scale harm and coercion.
A four vehicle wreck on the Decatur causeway clogged U.S. 31 N during after‑work traffic, creating a multi‑mile backup. Motorists showed little grumbling, shocked by the scale of the jam, with hopes it does not recur.
A childhood quote notes that cleanliness is next to godliness in general but calls it nearly impossible for children. Anonymous attribution points to common moral guidance. The remark captures a humorous contrast between ideal behavior and youthful behavior.
The writer argues that infants who die before accountability are protected by God's love and salvation. Conversion cannot occur in infants, but Scripture reassures their innocence and heavenly inheritance. From verses like Matthew 18 3 6 and II Samuel 12 23 the piece asserts no eternal condemnation for unborn or infant souls without conscious acceptance of Christ.
James Reston analyzes Nixon Tanaka talks noting progress in mending US Japan misunderstandings amid Watergate noise. He argues the pair’s meeting signals a shift toward cooperative global economic aims, despite ongoing disputes, domestic issues, and rival powers.
A reader urges moral reform and prayer in public life, arguing America should be a Christian nation. The letter cites Watergate headlines, cites scripture, calls for national repentance, Bible reading in schools, and notes census figures of church membership before signing as Odie Gregg.
Frank A. Watkins reports results of a local dating game in Decatur Alabama dated July 31 1973. He notes 70 women and 25 men wrote in with one marriage one engaged couple and three dating couples. He published two articles in the Daily which helped launch the service but could not match more couples. He will keep photos or return them if a stamped envelope is provided.
A brief historical note honors W R Sheltog, noted founder editor of the paper from 1912 to 1924, with August 3, 1973 marking the commemorative date. The short piece reflects on his leadership and the paper’s early years under his guidance.
The item lists W. R. Shelton as founder editor 1912 1924 and notes the Decatur Alabama publication by Tennessee Valley Printing Co Inc with mailing address box 4527 plus a policy statement on misstatements and a redress pledge. It provides subscription rates by mail daily and Sunday per year 36 to 42 dollars and carrier delivery 39 dollars per year with monthly and tax details.
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