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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1955
Page
4
The text notes numerous appeals to the United Fund and public welfare, Red Cross, Salvation Army, churches, and individuals. It argues prosperity benefits some materially but not enough of the population, highlighting gaps in distribution of wealth and aid.
Secretary Humphrey signals possible budget balance as major parties discuss tax cuts in 1956. The speaker warns against tax relief without military strength and debt reduction, linking fiscal policy to national security amid election-year considerations.
The article notes a national trend of voters rejecting bond and tax increases, including 75 percent of state proposals, with Alabama showing broad resistance to amendments. It argues taxation has overshot, urging tighter fiscal control and clearer school funding accountability before any new expenditures.
The Uruguayan president and Senora Batlle Ber were honored with a military escort a parade and white tie dinners in Washington. The piece notes Uruguays democracy and friendship to the United States contrasted with past wool tariffs by Dulles. mentions Acheson policy and OMahony political shifts. It cites wool price declines from 1.50 to 1.05 and Brannan plan subsidies protecting western sheepmen.
Congressman Wayne Hays and two aides toured Tula, Russia, where crowds gathered around their 1955 Chevrolet. He noted curiosity and high car prices in rubles, and discussed Russian attitudes toward Americans, peace talk, and patriotism observed during the visit.
A guide to successful marriage outlines eight factors for harmony. Fair play and mutual respect, willingness to give and take, teamwork, and unselfishness form the core. Viewing the partner positively, exercising patience, self control, and maintaining a pleasant disposition with humor complete the approach.
Prime Minister Eden presses for a London visit with Khrushchev and Bulganin before Christmas, while Eisenhower weighs timing for a possible talk first. Mrs Eisenhower opposes General Spaatz near Ike, and Tito and Franco loom as tense potential visitors. Carroll Reece and Walter Hallanan miss Chicago GOP meeting, Stratton of Illinois sits out 1956.
At a Chicago meeting two cabinet officers offered conflicting advice. Secretary of Commerce Weeks urged aggressive attacks on organized labor claiming labor leaders control the Democratic party and use violence to sway elections. Secretary of Labor Mitchell urged a softer line, warning the extreme stance diverged from President Eisenhower’s view. Mitchell emphasized moderation.
Dr. Peale argues Christmas joy comes from giving rather than bureaucratic charity. He recalls a 400000 dollar hospital gift and a Christmas dinner for destitute families, emphasizing personal sympathy and faith in God over statistical, impersonal aid. He describes a rescue of a needy family through compassionate, direct help.
The article details how Sen Estes Kefauver faced opposition from fellow Democrats including Sen Harley Kilgore and Lyndon Johnson over Dixon Yates disclosures. Kilgore restricted hearings, Kefauver later pursued longer probes but was limited to a single day with no staff or investigators.
Victor Riesel reports from the AFL-CIO founding convention on plans to push labor leaders into Congress, expand advocacy through COPE, and target firms like DuPont. Meany heads political efforts while Reuther expands organizing, film outreach, and a 30 million membership goal amid NAM skepticism.
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