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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1950
Page
4
The piece riffs on institutional surprises and municipal issues. It references Commissioner Chand ler and contract renewals, a Mobile election probe, Russell county, and Selma parking meters facing criticism for two hour limits. It notes old price contrasts and a quip about working for nothing versus the government.
A seeing eye dog for a blinded Marine veteran in Birmingham died recently after being poisoned. The dog had five years of companionship with the veteran. A $200 reward was posted for the arrest and conviction of the poisoner. The writer believes the public would provide information without a reward.
An editorial outlines a broad wartime mobilization in the United States including price and wage controls, ration boards, war bond teams, civilian defense, and sweeping public cooperation. It calls for bipartisan action in Congress and White House, warns against unclear leadership, and urges the public to prepare for an extended, decisive struggle against communism.
Drew Pearson argues that Gen George Marshall as defense secretary has not convened a formal meeting of the Army Navy and Air Force secretaries in three months. He relies on the joint chiefs of staff, reducing civilian bosses to a lesser role and creating a pattern reminiscent of Germany, with Omar Bradley as chair and other chiefs cited as civilian-minded.
An analysis recalls the New York Times v. Shubert theatres decision that newspapers may critique performances and have access to productions. It contrasts with political banter about Hawaii statehood and Senate voting, noting misstatements about delegates and statehood motives.
A friend questioned Nebraska Senator Ken Wherry about his reasons for a certain political stance. The exchange points to Wherry defending his position amid ongoing debates and public interest.
The piece argues life mirrors itself across time. Actions, manners, and habits formed early shape later personality and character. Today shapes tomorrow. act with foresight as if to live long yet may die tomorrow. Davidson
The piece notes Acheson planned retirement around January 1 but faces political attacks that affect both him and the President. It mentions Tom Finletter as a potential Secretary of State after Acheson, praising his SF conference performance and handling of major international economic issues. It also quotes Senator Joe O Maloney on majority leadership and reports Pat Brown’s interviews with Washington officials over California issues.
At Trygve Lie's private dinner Wu, a Chinese general, surprised guests by relaxing his usual harsh stance and sharing stories from his military career. He noted the UN translating his tirade against the West for English press distribution and hinted at the appeal of Western hospitality. The passage contrasts Chinese rigidity with Russian omnipresence and mentions US lignite sources in Montana and the Dakotas.
Westbrook New York December 15 President Truman wrote a vicious personal attack on Bernard Baruch in 1948 and a harsh line to Arthur Krock. Pegler argues the letters reflect a brutal unrespectful nature and threaten law and freedom of expression. The piece links these actions to broader patterns under Truman and warns of their impact on the nation.
A Vivid column notes Mao Zedong commands about four and a half million troops, with key units in Korea and along borders. It contrasts American Korea casualties with auto accident deaths, and references Louise Baer fundraising for heart research plus an artful book The Iron Gate benefiting the Louise Baer Memorial Fund. It also mentions a Bethlehem Nativity film project The Holy Land by Alfred Wagg and U N film department.
A record depth in the ocean has been verified at over 35 000 feet below the surface. Scientists note the extreme pressure and darkness at such depths, highlighting continued exploration potential.
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