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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Aug 15, 1973

Page

4

Nixon Housing Welfare Ties Proposals Hint at Reform

Editorial outlines possible links between housing subsidies and welfare reform under the Nixon administration. Alternatives include a universal housing allowance, a block grant to states and cities, or restoration of frozen subsidies with safeguards. Key backers cite shifting subsidies from producers to consumers and tying aid to welfare reform, with a final decision anticipated within weeks.

Nixon America George Romney Department of Housing and Urban Development Congress HUD Bill Kovach The New York Times H.U.D James T. Lynn National Association of Real Estate Boards Lynn White House Office of Management and Budget

Muckraker voice in crisis of trust and truth in America

Washington Merry-Go-Round by Jack Anderson reflects a nation battered by war, Watergate, and political scandal. It argues the muckraker frames corruption, yet keeps faith in the system and in America, urging continued pursuit of truth despite cynicism. The piece contrasts civic faith with a culture of distrust and notes James Dickey on Deliverance river tragedy.

America Lee-Harvey Oswald William Calley Charles Manson Chatooga River South Carolina James Dickey

Agnew Resignation and 25th Amendment Fallout

Washington buzzes as Vice President Agnew faces possible tax law investigations amid Watergate fallout. The piece weighs 25th Amendment implications, potential successors like Rockefeller Reagan Connally Richardson Laird and others, and the political risk of Agnew’s indictment or resignation for Nixon and the parties.

James Reston New York Times News Service Washington Agnew John Mitchell Maurice Stans H. R. Haldeman John Ehrlichman Nixon White House Gerald Warren United States Congress House Senate Nelson Rockefeller New York Ronald Reagan California Treasury John Connally Elliot Richardson Melvin Laird Defense Rockefeller Reagan Connally Richardsor State HEW Laird Capitol Hill

Go outdoors and get rid of nerves Dr. Frank Crane

Dr. Frank Crane advises readers to spend time outdoors to ease nerves and gain perspective. He outlines simple steps for emotional balance, including light activity, fresh air, and mindful reflection to improve well being.

Frank Crane

Premarital Sex and Biblical Guidance by Billy Graham

Billy Graham answers a reader questioning premarital sex. He cites social shifts toward permissiveness, explains biblical standards as freedom, and affirms that fornication harms real love, noting scriptures from Exodus, Matthew, and Corinthians that sex belongs in marriage.

G.B G. B

Bombing End Brings Relief

Washington senators who pressed to end U S combat in Indochina welcomed the cessation of bombing in Cambodia. They urged Congress to ensure compliance, while noting reconnaissance flights may continue and cargo planes can deliver supplies with prior approval. Leaders also urged ending U S military equipment shipments and sought continued oversight.

Washington U.S Indochina Cambodia Harold E. Hughes Iona Hughes Congress Armed Services Committees Thomas F. Eagleton Dmo Eagleton Phnom Penh Joseph P. Addabbo Dn.y Thailand Pentagon United States George McGovern Ds.d McGovern Mutual Broadcasting System

Beef Ceiling Fight Rises As Judge Promises Ruling

Federal judge Louis Bechtle in Philadelphia weighs another injunction against the beef price ceiling. Salsburg's Meats of Shillington leads the challenge claiming deprivation of property without due process. Governors urge lifting the ceiling as shortages and rising prices affect cattle operations and processing plants.

Philadelphia Government Meat Industry U.S. District Court Louis Bechtle Salsburg’s Meats Shillington Harvan Nathan Nathan San Fran Cisco Seattle Wash Lincoln Neb Montana Wyoming Colorado Utah Idaho New Mexico Nixon Earl L. Butz Madison Wis

Eagleton Praised for Mental Health Vision in Decatur

Mrs Barbara Donner of Decatur lauds Senator Eagleton as a model of wellness and urges Alabama to expand mental health programs. She cites Dr Betty Vaughan’s Tri County Health Dept and calls for broader access to learning, self awareness, and spiritual care for all residents.

Decatur Decatur Daily Eagleton Arsunea Alabama Sen Betty Vaughan Tri- County Barbara Donner

Dutch Leader Den Uyl to Meet Brandt in Bonn on Aug 23

The Hague reported Prime Minister Joop Den Uyl will discuss the international situation and European problems with Chancellor Willy Brandt in Bonn on August 23. No detailed agenda was released, but informed sources indicate a focus on European issues.

NYT Hague Joop den Uyl Netherlands Willy Brandt West Germany Bonn

Decatur Daily Publishing Details and Subscription Rates

W R Shelton founder editor 1912 1924 Decatur Alabama newspaper details by Tennessee Valley Printing Co Inc address P O Box 1527 Decatur AL 35601 misstatement policy subscription rates by mail daily and Sunday per year 36 outside trade zone 42 delivery by carrier rates 39 per year 3 25 per month all sales tax included

Decatur Alabama The Tennessee Valley Printing Co., Inc P.O Ala

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Associated Press Congressional Quarterly W. R. Shelton Muckrakers Mission By Jack Anderson J. Edgar Hoover Watergate Chatooga Howard Baker Tennessee Edward Brooke Massachusetts Gerald Ford Michigan Barry Goldwater Arizona Linwood Holton Virginia William G. Milliken Daniel J. Evans Francis W. Sargent Tom Eagleton Billy Graham Judson Branch Hugo Washington DC Uyl Brandt
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