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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1950
Page
4
A reader letter laments North Korean infiltrations among refugees as dirty tactics and denounces socialist labeling. It notes scripts being prepared for a National Broadcast System program and an Army film about Decatur, defending The Daily from anti-labor accusations and asserting socialism as anti-labor.
This editorial urges President Truman to proclaim a Memorial Day period for national prayers for peace. It notes Congress action, the Arlington prayer, and argues that a Christian nation should unite Protestants Catholics and Jews in a common appeal to God. It defends defense while prioritizing peace and divine guidance.
The column outlines four contrasts shaping U.S. future policy including Chinese student flow to Moscow, Japanese and Latin American exchange conditions, and U.S. funding for exchange programs. It notes officials’ hospitality versus budget cuts, and recounts Fred W. Danner’s offer to print a million colored booklets about America to offset Congress’s frugality.
ARI E B DAVIDSON argues that focusing on today drives future success. diligence today with small tasks builds trust for bigger roles, while neglecting today invites tomorrow’s difficulties. He urges applying health, education, and character today to shape a fruitful tomorrow.
The speaker argues for leading by moral example at home to inspire nations abroad. He warns against fear in the Korea era and atomic age, calling for moral and total mobilization. Referencing Senator Brien McMahon, he supports global disarmament to counter Moscow’s war-monger image and restore world hope.
A column argues for total and moral mobilization against Moscow, demanding disarmament and free exchange of people and ideas. It asserts that aggressive state stances threaten global peace and calls for policy change or else. The note adds the column is written by Pearson staff during his vacation.
Cities seek money beyond property tax. Bristol Virginia enacts 2 percent sales tax. Phoenix, Briz. adopts $200 yearly license fee for private clubs selling liquor. Eugene, Oregon imposes a 3 percent tax on theater tickets and other admissions.
Pegler recounts a lunch with a Catholic priest praising a philosophy thesis for the closed shop. He critiques Philip Murray of the CIO, alleges opportunism and pro communist ties, and cites Murray’s writings on Harry Bridges and deportation. The piece notes prior CIO actions and a controversial 1947 Boston convention stance.
Tokyo dispatch argues there is no traditional censorship in Korea and that General MacArthur allowed press freedom. It cites his quick troop reinforcement, evacuation of civilians, and reliance on responsible correspondents, insisting the President directed policy and MacArthur acted within his limited authority.
Chintz began as calico cotton from India, with each piece historically called a chint. The term reflects the fabric’s Indian origins and production tradition.
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