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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1960
Page
4
The piece argues Khrushchev does not seek a clash with China or the United States. It also notes the Amos ’n Andy show's 32 year run ending reveals Americans’ dull sense of humor, with a dial to switch off such programs.
Dallas County voters approved liquor sales by an approximate two to one margin. Final tally stood 3568 for and 1906 against in the first county option vote since 1937. The Selma Times Journal reported heavy advertising from both sides and noted the unusually fierce campaign.
Final census figures due this month place Decatur population at 29 217, just shy of 30 000, up 46 percent in ten years. Officials credit diversified industry and agriculture, noting growth along the Tennessee River and in Morgan, Lawrence, and Limestone counties. The speaker emphasizes steady, sound development and community support for a brighter regional future.
A writer muses on the long history of public criticism in politics. He cites Sen Richard Russell and Sen Harry Byrd predicting harmony with the Kennedy Administration, noting Byrd's influence in Democratic councils and ongoing debate over federal spending in Virginia.
The new Democratic regime readies for President Eisenhower's final budget plan for fiscal year starting July 1, 1961. Four tentative budgets differ mainly in defense spending and space weaponry allocations. Republicans plan to block liberal legislation by building a conservative coalition, targeting the Rules Committee and possible removal of Rep. William Colmer. A Budget Director must be named to win public trust and explain policy to Congress.
Arlie B. Davidson argues trouble is a natural part of life that can become a blessing. Embracing difficulty avoids Stoic grimness and cynicism, and can broaden perspective, strengthen character, and inspire humble living and purposeful action.
Harry S Truman advised Lyndon B Johnson on campaign strategy before the 1960 election. Johnson followed Truman’s plan by traveling across the South, visiting Boston then Austin, meeting 1,476 Southern politicians and 183 newspapers, culminating in large crowds at New Orleans. The column notes Truman’s counsel aided Johnson’s bid.
Soviet media acknowledged the five ton space kennel disintegrated upon re entry while Little Bee and Little Fly were not mentioned in the communique. Gudok depicted a space ship mocking an old woman with sputnik seeds and the Literary Gazette ran poems praising the triumph.
Norman Vincent Peale collects reader letters on answered prayer highlighting faith in God during hardship. A South Carolina mother recounts poverty, divorce, and perseverance, showing how seeking God's kingdom brought material help and personal renewal.
Alabama PTA leaders urge legislators to act to prevent proration of school funds in the future. The Alabama Board of Managers says the solution lies in adding funds at state and local levels to meet appropriations in full. Statements were issued by Mrs. G C O Kelley of Birmingham and Mrs. J A Holekamp of Sylacauga.
The communique hints at disintegration in the final paragraph but omits the fate of Little Bee and Little Fly. Victor Bazukin, director of the Moscow Planetarium, faced reporters with no visible pessimism about manned spaceflight prospects and cited only the communique for details on the latest ship failure.
Casper Wyoming AP reports Natrona county committee on aging chair is Charles E. Young. The brief item notes the leadership appointment in local aging programs.
Citizens seek understanding of proration causes and effects as Alabama schools have received reduced allotments for four years due to shortfalls in state tax collections.
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