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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Aug 27, 1972

Page

4

China Threatening Vladivostok Nuclear Strike

Intelligence reports say China deployed initial missiles in the north with Vladivostok as the likely target, signaling a potential shock to Soviet power in the Far East. The piece also notes U S diplomacy and a limited Chinese arsenal affecting regional balance.

Washington China Vladivostok Kremlin Far East U.S United States Russia Pacific Sea of Japan Miami Beach Florida Fontaineblue Norm Paige

Opinion Letter on Blue Law Enforcement to Mr Moebes

A dated August 21 1972 letter to Morgan County District Attorney Mr Mike Moebes from concerned supporters in Decatur Alabama. The note commends his stance on enforcing the blue law and expresses a wish for continuing support while noting uncertainty and seeking clarity on the existence and scope of the law.

Mike Moebes Morgan County Court House Decatur Alabama Mr. Moebes Decatur and Morgan Petra Groep

Sabbath Rest Emphasized by Local Methodist Groups

The Committee on Social Concerns and The Women's Society of Christian Service of The Austinville United Methodist Church urge equal application of laws to large and small stores, stressing Sabbath rest and worship as designated by God. Mrs. R. L. Hamilton presides, with Mrs. James R. French as chairman.

Committee On Social Concerns Women's Society of Christian Service The Austinville R. L. Hamilton James R. French Christian Social Relations

Abortion Debate Moves From Taboo to Public Issue

Gallup poll shows 64 percent support abortion liberalization for a woman and her physician. A 73 percent favor making birth control information and services available to unmarried teens. Republicans and independents more often back physician decision, while Democrats avoided the topic at their convention.

U. S AMA Gallup

Decatur Relishes Quiet Life Amid Big City Crime contrast

The piece contrasts Iceland chess drama with Decatur lifestyle noting Icelandic tension over Fischer and Spassky while Decatur touts low crime and cheap power. It cites New York homicide figures for contrast including 1650 murders last year and 120 this month, and argues local life is safer than large cities.

America New York Decatur Brooklyn

Is Church Attendance Essential to Being Christian

The writer says church is not a building but the body of Christ. A believer is in the church by faith, not by mere attendance. If unable to attend, God understands. support with prayer and small gatherings in Jesus name.

Dick Tribbe Fontainebleau National Airlines Eastern Airlines Eastern Jim Reinke Les Whitten National Education Association Catharine Barrett Chamber of Commerce Arch Booth Booth Detroit United Feature Syndicate, Inc Christ Jesus

The Power of Faith by Norman Vincent Peale

A tale illustrates how attitude shapes life. A discouraged woman on a beach learns from observing two children that positive thinking turns despair into hope, changing her outlook and heralding a brighter day.

the Power OF Norman Vincent Peale Hawaii

Decatur Alabama Newspaper Listing for W R Shelton 1912 1924

The piece notes W R Shelton founder editor and the Decatur Alabama publication details by Tennessee Valley Printing Co. It lists edition schedule and postal handling, Associated Press membership, and subscription rates for daily and Sunday issues with carrier delivery options.

W. R. Shelton Decatur Alabama Tennessee Valley Printing CO Inc Ala MAM Sendey Owlsde Wade

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