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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1952
Page
4
A Tennessee Valley river development proposal worth 274 million dollars from the federal government is praised as state asset but warned as tainted socialistic funding. Critics urge vigilance with leaders Stevenson and Sparkman cited in urging voters to consider federal money implications.
Senator Henry Cabot Lodge gains a new claim by opposing filibuster double talk as Southern Senators debate Stevenson speech. The piece argues the filibuster blocks progress and notes Stevenson cannot alter Senate or House majorities as Truman did. It contrasts regional support for or against FEPC and filibuster and frames Stevenson as unable to act beyond advocacy.
The Beaumont Enterprise urges citizens to vote as the nation nears elections. It cites examples where a single vote decided key political outcomes from statehood to presidential picks and warns how one vote can alter history.
Senator Humphrey notes the rising cost of campaigning with millions spent by major parties and contenders on radio and television time. He cites figures from Drew Pearson and witnesses describing hundreds of thousands for literature and broadcasts as the system promotes public service while inviting scrutiny and reform.
The passage traces reforms from 1907 restricting corporate and bank political contributions to 1925 1935 and 1940 acts limiting big business and labor in campaigns. It notes lobbying funding by NAM and Fortune estimates of industry spend and argues tax law loopholes enable parties to exploit foundations for political purpose.
English psychologist Dr. J A Hadfield argues the primary task is to fit oneself to face inner harmony rather than the environment. He asserts religion helps create harmony, purpose, hope, and balance, guiding a person toward peace and self-worth. Davidson.
A senator urges open inquiry into political funding and spending to evaluate taxpayer value and fairness. Proposes public funding options, equal access to media, and modest party dues, noting the need to keep political opportunity open for all qualified people and resist a price tag on office.
Needy Alabamians are likely to receive larger welfare checks as the State Welfare Department prepares its budget for the new fiscal year. The Welfare Board meets starting Sept. 24 to set the budget for Oct. 1. Welfare Director Bill Dorrough says more funds will be available as about 12,000 cases were dropped from the rolls this year.
Alabama Republican leaders report a surge of grassroots interest in Dwight D. Eisenhower's arrival in Birmingham. He will land at 11:30 am from Tampa, speak at noon from City Hall steps, then depart at 1:30 pm for Little Rock. Vardaman urges spectators at Wilson Park to avoid airport crowds to keep the schedule.
In Alabama during August non-farm employment held near 634,000 mid month, down about 10,000 from July last year due to the steel strike. Industrial Relations Director Joe L. Coleman said July would have likely reached 670,000 without the strike, with gains in some industries offsetting losses in steel.
Legislation enacted last year tightened public assistance requirements, influencing program eligibility and administration. Agencies adjust criteria and enforcement to align with the new rules.
Senator Sparkman addressed AMVETS on national defense and foreign policy. He highlighted the Marshall Plan NATO and mutual defense pacts as steps to block Soviet expansion and tied U.S. aid to enlightened self interest. He praised Truman for Korea policy and warned against partisan use of the war. A final line notes a bright red hourglass mark on the black widow spider.
The July estimate reached 43,600 while July 1951 recorded 36,900, showing a rise in contracts awarded last month.
Almost all civic clubs plan meetings this week to prepare for a six week safety campaign sponsored by the Decatur Automobile Dealers Association starting the first full week of October. Each club will run one week of the drive using its own methods and speakers to persuade the public on careful driving. The best club will win a $100 prize donated by the car dealers. Meeting times and locations are listed for Pitts Motel and Lyons Civitan meetings.
The Lions meet at noon at the Lyons hotel to hear a rundown of safety programs led by committee chairman Bill Burks. The Junior Chamber meets at 7 PM at Decatur Trade School with state highway patrol officials presenting the safety program.
Sen. Joseph R. McCarthy accuses President Truman of skipping crucial national issues to campaign in Wisconsin. He cites a Labor Day speech in Milwaukee and challenges Truman to answer farm price questions raised by a Saturday Evening Post article.
The Professional Women will host a 7 30 P M meeting in the club rooms with Mrs Evelyn Mc Culloch chairing the legislative committee. They will outline plans for a workshop to be held September 13 14 and describe the event as very important.
The Rotary club and the VFW cancel this week due to Labor Day. Other gatherings include Moose Lodge at 8 P M Tuesday at Moose home on Moulton street Pi Lots Club Tuesday night Kiwanis noon Thursday Lyons hotel DAV post 7 30 P M Thursday new DAV home at Railroad and Cherry streets Elks lodge 8 P M Thursday Elks home on First Avenue Kiwanis board of directors Friday night.
U S Ambassador Loy Henderson and British envoy George Middleton offered Iran 10 million dollars to bolster the government during its crisis and proposed loosening the blockade to help sell oil abroad. They met with Premier Mossadegh in his guarded residence for about 45 minutes, with discussions mirroring prior talks. The diplomats left the meeting looking glum.
The committee cites a government contingent liability of 9.266 billion dollars in VA guaranteed loans with net defaults of 23.9 million to date. It notes postwar actions where Britain removed racecourses and cricket fields at Gibraltar to permit a modern airfield.
In the six weeks before the 1948 elections the clash centers on grain prices with Truman denying the magazine's charge. McCarthy says doctors have cleared him to resume campaigning if he rests for three weeks.
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