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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1961
Page
4
Mobile official argues the 9-8 congressional redistricting plan breaches the state constitution. A special session would be called to address the ruling, potentially revisiting map lines, deadlines, and approval votes under legislative authority.
Campaign leaders say the effort has been successful and last reports show the drive within about $2,000 of the $22,500 goal. Athens residents tire of repeated campaigns but hope to finish this year.
The piece argues Adlai Stevenson should accept a UN ambassador post rather than run against Sen Everett Dirksen. It notes Stevenson’s Illinois governorship and prior presidential bids and suggests Illinois Democrats may push him to join the UN, where he could serve the country and free world more effectively.
The piece applauds Alabama's perfect ten and stingy defense, notes Auburn’s strong season but missed Rose Bowl bid, praises Southern football against Big Ten, criticizes racially charged Coast coverage, and anticipates future bowl greatness for Alabama and Auburn.
Washington notes a deep split in the Supreme Court with five to four votes shaping key decisions. Chief Justice Warren and justices Black Douglas Brennan dissent over rights to free speech and assembly, arguing the Bill of Rights guards thought, not mere actions, amid anti-communist cases and congressional investigations.
Advice urging personal growth through seizing opportunities to cultivate kindness, understanding, and resilience. Emphasizes helping others, training the mind, and creating an ordered outlook to withstand trouble. Encourages meeting people, lifting the discouraged, and leaving a guide for the weak.
Drew Pearson reports President Kennedy frequently calls aides early, joking with Stewart Udall and Arthur Sylvester. The piece covers White House communication, Navy and defense notes, and debates over the pace of military reserves and NATO responses.
The SEC will probe hot new stock issues amid concerns brokers steer shares to restrict supply and boost prices. Morton Globus urges investors to avoid tie-ins, rumors, and overhyped names, emphasizing the need for prospectus guidance and sober advice to dodge legal risk and scams.
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