Population rises from 179 to 182 million
United States population grew from 179 million on April 1 to 182 million today signaling continued economic momentum.
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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1960
Page
4
Campaign Promise Promoter Eyes New Alphabet Agency
Elmsford News reports Washington could benefit from a new federal alphabet agency. SFCP Society for Fulfillment of Campaign Promises touted a plan to streamline policy goals and deliver on voter expectations.
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Washington
Sfcp — Society
Elmsford
N.Y
Eagle
Rockefeller Iffies Run for Reelection in New York
Gov. Nelson Rockefeller confirms his bid for reelection in New York prompting a potential 1964 Republican nomination contest with Richard Nixon. The remark hints that a defeated candidate may seek to shape his own public image.
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Nelson Rockefeller
New York
Richard Nixon
Rockefeller
Barbers Demonstrate Upscale Techniques At NY Convention
At a New York barber convention three barbers showcased a $4.50 haircut and a Pennsylvania man was named Barber of the Year. He works by appointment, has piped-in music and a home lab testing hair tensile strength, and enforces quiet in his shop while banning certain magazines.
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New York
Pennsylvania
The
Charlotte Observer
Not Necessarily Castro Troubles in Venezuela
The article argues that Latin American history shows people frequently overturn governments, including Venezuela, and that leadership changes do not always improve conditions for the populace. It notes that political stability has slowly increased over decades but emphasizes the public suffers regardless of the ruler.
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Venezuela
Fidel Castro
South
Making Nine Into Eight In Alabama Reapportionment Debate
The Alabama legislature faces a fight over reducing nine congressional districts to eight. North Alabama demands fair reapportionment and hints that if the Black Belt blocks progress, Congress could be elected at large. The piece argues North Alabama seeks balance and vows to use refusal to push for fair districting.
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Alabama
North Alabama
Black Belt
South Alabama
Decatur Christmas Parade Invites 150000+ to Friday Event
Merchants and the Decatur Chamber of Commerce invite the Decatur trade area to the annual Christmas parade Friday at 5 30 p m featuring 25 units including eight bands and 12 floats with lighting costing about 6000 to usher in the holiday season. We urge families to join in one of the merriest Christmas celebrations on record in Decatur.
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Merchants of
Decatur
Decatur Chamber of Commerce
Chamber of Commerce
Washington Calling Conservative Challenge By W M Martin Jr
W M Martin Jr challenges Kennedy over independence of the Federal Reserve amid urging from conservatives. The piece notes Kennedy’s past criticisms of tight money and whether monetary policy remains under political pressure. It highlights the Senate Finance Committee’s conservative tilt led by Senator Byrd and changes in support within the Democratic party.
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Washington
W.M. Martin Jr
Martin
Federal Reserve
Kennedy
Lee
Eisenhower
Senate Finance Committee
Byrd
Virginia
Frear
Delaware
Gov. Boggs
Senate
United Features Syndicate, Inc
Living Today by Arlib B. Davidson
A period style reflective piece prompts readers to examine their personal power and growth. It asks if one uses their full mental and moral capacity, avoids stagnation, and aligns ambitions and habits with a happier life for themselves and others.
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Arlib B. Davidson
Morton Jokes On Vote Stealing In GOP Headquarters
Washington remarks by Thruston Morton reveal a Kentucky tone as he jokes about vote stealing amid recounts in Illinois and Texas. The piece notes campaign finance links to Ford and Ike supporters while warning of political ethics and public service scrutiny.
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GOP
Morton
Eisenhower
Defense Department
Marine Corps
Camp H. M. Smith
Hawaii
Stuart Symington
Missouri
Air Force
Kennedy
Defense
Roswell Gilpatric
New York
Byron “Whizzer” White
Denver
Fidel Castro
Guatemala
Nicaragua
Costa Rica
Thruston Morton
Kentucky
Illinois
Texas
Senate
Northern
Ken
Electronic brains spark both enthusiasm and fear in U.S.
An interview discusses the impact of electronic computers on everyday life, work, and government. It notes faster service, improved record keeping, and potential but limited employment effects, arguing computers boost productivity and living standards while redefining jobs.
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Baxter Ward
KCOP
Los Angeles
Ward
Lewis Schwellenbach
Washington
Ed E. Reid
Alabama
League of Municipalities
Reid
Israel
Jordan
Herbert Hoover
Nixon
Agg
Quaker College
Cokskoas
William Penn
Claude Pepper
Florida
House of Representatives
Miami
Pepper
Longs
U.S. Senate
Louisiana
Russell
Louisiana Kingfish
Hawaii
Oren
Honolulu Advertiser
Edward V
Missouri
Senate
Youngs
Williamses
John Walsh
John F. Kennedy, Jr
William Walsh
Southeast Asia
U. S. Information Agency
The
Bell Syndicate
Wishart
Porter
U.S
America
Ayyama
Hall Syndicate
Alabama seeks bids for Baldwin County oyster bottoms
Alabama Seafoods Division advertises for bids to lease oyster bottoms in Baldwin County waters of Mobile Bay. The areas cover all bay waters in the county south of Point Clear with certain zones reserved.
Long Distance Rates May Be Put On New Flat Plan
AT&T executives discuss a flat monthly rate for unlimited long distance calls. The scheme would create zone calling, blurring local and toll distinctions, with trials expected and formal filing to the FCC in two weeks. Affected subscribers could pay a fixed fee for a set number of three minute calls to a distant city within the same zone.
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New York
Bell System
American Telephone & Telegraph Co
Federal Communications Commission
Frederick R. Kappel
At&t
Boston
Chicago
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