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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1966

Page

4

Pearl Harbor fears spur Nike-X anti missile debate

The piece discusses potential nuclear war impacts and U S and Soviet missile strength with emphasis on Nike-X defenses. It notes McNamara statements and set up in Washington about deterrence and the risk of a Pearl Harbor scenario.

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Riot at Tuskegee Institute Sparks Sad Reflections

A student demonstration followed the acquittal of a white man accused of second degree murder in a slaying of a young Black person. Dr. L H Foster condemned the violence, calling for dismissal of those who incited and joined the riot.

Tuskegee Tuskegee . Institute Tuskegee Institute L. H. Foster Foster

Alabama voters reject local amendments in statewide vote

The Tuscaloosa News notes extremely low turnout in Tuscaloosa County for the amendment election. Counties contend costs rise to $250,000 statewide while local issues drew little interest. The paper urges legislators to revise the state constitution amendment process and for public pressure on new lawmakers.

Alabama Tuscaloosa County Tuscaloosa Montgomery David Cochrane

Profiteers Freed In Navy Substruts Deals Case

The case details a Navy sale of 48 landing gear struts for 11700 then repurchased for 230000 with middlemen profiting massively. Five conspirators were convicted, later acquitted on judge’s reversal. Navy officials faced no action. The piece also notes draft reform debates and Kosygin comments on the Vietnam war dynamics.

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SNEEN dee By Billy Graham

Grief stricken parents ask how to cope with the loss of a sixteen year old son from leukemia. The answer offers Christian comfort, asserts heavenly hope, and describes reunion after death in a place without tears or pain.

Sneen Dee Billy Graham E. W Peo

The Little Woman Starts Worry Over Payment

A fragmentary exchange shows concern about payment timing as a tree goes unmentioned, reflecting domestic tension. The line hints at financial anxiety linked to household duties and expectations.

Rockefeller's Albany Power Base Shapes 1966 Future

Marquis Childs surveys Nelson Rockefeller after his Albany governorship gain and party resilience. Rockefeller outlines bold plans for New York City with investment aims, urban renewal, and a path toward presidential consideration amid federal cuts.

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U S Bombing Hanoi Haiphong Area Aids Debate

The December 13 1966 issue notes the U S bombing of fuel depots near Hanoi Haiphong as a point some generals cite to show Chinese strength. It also recalls a Supreme Court ruling on school prayer and older local post office name change efforts.

U. S Hanoi- Haiphong Claude McMillan Almon Washington Newtur Albany Deca

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