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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1952
Page
4
Morgan county will be represented about as well as Madison at the celebration honoring John Sparkman later in the month.
A Decatur woman upset by a friend's dog poisoning calls The Daily to urge decisive action against dog poisoners. Advice is given that if animals annoy you, contact police, who will manage the animal.
About 600000 veterans may still claim a share of roughly 100 million dollars in Treasury refunds from government insurance premiums paid during service. The Veterans Administration asks those who have not yet claimed to identify themselves to receive their dividend based refund.
The writer describes a lengthy 35 mile trip to Cullman taking about an hour due to slow traffic on dangerous curves between La con and Cullman. A new road under construction will eliminate the curves and cut the Decatur to Cullman drive to about 30 minutes.
In Evergreen Alabama a mayoral race ended with Vernon B. Millsap, a 29 year old lawyer, securing 277 votes while Zell Murphy received 275. Millsap won by two votes highlighting how a single ballot can decide an election and urging readers to vote.
South Carolina Governor James Byrnes urged state Democrats to support the Stevenson Sparkman ticket. The veteran leader praised the civil rights plank, suggesting Byrnes would adopt the platform if he took the ticket, praising Sparkman’s compromise. The piece argues the South remains likely to vote Democratic despite regional tensions.
Inside the Chelf committee word says the investigation of the Justice Department will be quietly tapered off. Pressure from liquor distillers who donated to both parties prompts final report prep as three investigators are dismissed.
Nelson Rockefeller praises civil service dedication and warns reform by private business is hard, while John D. Rockefeller 3d funds an award for top bureaucrats. In Argentina, Evita's embalming plan shocks labor and military alike as Peron seeks to preserve his wife’s memory to bolster regime support.
A note describes a six month travel or study opportunity abroad. It outlines potential programs, eligibility, and application steps for interested individuals seeking immersive academic or cultural experiences.
The essay argues forgetting is as vital as memory to protect spirit and character. It urges judging sources, resisting public mockery, staying focused on goals, and losing oneself in work to avoid pride and despair. Enduring hardships should be met with perseverance and the view that triumphs can convert defeat.
Pegler cites Herbert Lehman and Fiorello La Guardia in a broad anti communism critique. He recalls Waldman and the New York political battles linking campaigns, smear tactics, and immigration policy criticisms amid postwar United States politics. He notes McCarthy era claims and the influence of communists in city and national affairs.
I deny the charges that I said the ambassador Bunker favored Graziani and cooled on De Gasperi. De Gasperi is highly regarded by the ambassador the State Department and the White House, and I know him personally as a courageous leader.
In Western Europe a note suggests both Communists and Fascists in Italy are making comune political gestures. The Fascists in particular seek to project that U S officials are aligned with them while questions about American stance remain.
RELMAN MORIN reports on a steamy Washington day with Mary nearing 13 as they discuss preparing a child for U.S. history and government lessons. The writer reflects on what a preteen knows beyond Bunker Hill and Washington. The scene opens with an airline map moment in flight.
Local social notes list visits from Akron Ohio, Peoria Illinois, Decatur and Chattanooga. Illnesses are mentioned for Mrs M C Sharp and Mrs Ollie Dunaway, with wedding references at Decatur and attendance by several families from nearby towns.
Three Japanese airline officials of Japan's only civilian carrier plan to buy planes in the United States for a fall inauguration. They will confer with the U S Civil Aviation Board and order aircraft from Douglas and Lockheed.
The term diamond traces to a Greek root meaning untameable and unconquerable. It explains the metaphorical use for strength and durability.
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