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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1960
Page
4
Chattanooga’s States Rights Finley purchased the first $1,000 TVA bond issued under the self financing plan. This act marks backing up advocacy for public power with personal investment and reflects a rare achievement among supporters.
The president faces congressional attempts to pare foreign aid, warning that reductions would cause catastrophic consequences as the administration worries about gold outflows. John S. Knight reports in The Detroit Press.
The Alabama State Insurance Department approves a safe driver auto plan offering a 15 percent rate cut for motorists with no accidents in three years while higher rates apply to drivers with bad records. The program aims to curb accidents by promoting careful driving and adherence to highway rules to save lives and money.
The Atlanta Constitution denounces a Monday morning bombing of a local school causing extensive public property damage and housing damage with no fatalities. Mayor Hartsfield blames outsiders while urging citizens to unite against bigotry and violence. The piece frames the act as an attack on Atlanta's identity and promises justice for the guilty.
The transition between President Eisenhower and President-elect Kennedy is noted for genuine cordiality and practical cooperation. Officials say the outgoing and incoming administrations are sharing briefings and working together to transfer power, signaling a calmer, more unified handoff than in past partisan shifts.
An advice piece outlines four rules to raise happiness: nurture courage and persistence, value small daily details without losing sight of the distant goal, maintain health in body mind and emotions, and build a useful life with work aiding smooth transitions. It also notes possible future advisory roles for Eisenhower to Kennedy era leadership and reflects on political maturity after the cential era.
President-elect John F. Kennedy’s Cabinet shows driven efficiency with him in charge. Appointees include Stewart Udall, Abraham Ribicoff, Luther Hodges, Dean Rusk, David Bell, Robert McNamara, Chester Bowles, Adlai Stevenson, and G. Menandros, all drawn from managerial roles and ready to support a Kennedy-led administration.
An official interview notes America lags behind the Soviet Union in producing scientists. It cites the 1958 National Defense Education Act funding for school science labs, teacher shortages, and rising student interest as steps to catch up, with a ten year plan to recruit and elevate science teachers.
Mobile leader Rev J E Lowery proposes expanding the all white state vocational school and opening it to Negroes rather than building a new segregated facility. A U S District Court suit seeks to force opening. no hearing date set. The state plans a new Negro vocational school in Mobile with $439000. city and county each pledge $25000 for site.
In the Tuscaloosa runoff Richard Loller retired businessman and R H McConnell labor leader will compete to fill the vacancy on the City Commission. Loller led Tuesday's vote with 1038 to 693 for McConnell as twelve candidates sought the post vacated by W H Nicol.
Carol Lackey, a Miss Alabama contestant runner up from Birmingham, will be the University of Alabama Bluebonnet Queen. Selected by the university deans, she is a senior and will participate in halftime ceremonies during the Bluebonnet Bowl game in Houston between Alabama and Texas.
Bangkok is described as the Venice of the East due to its floating markets and waterway culture, highlighting its iconic market life and urban scenery.
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