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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1961
Page
4
A New York City Police Department directive promotes using nightsticks and force to subdue hoodlums, stating prisoners are not in a personal contest and urging officers to ignore Marquis of Queensberry rules. The piece argues that law and order must prevail to end rising violence.
The Montgomery Advertiser columnist Bob Ingram reviews the Dec 5 official canvass of Amendment No 1. He notes eight Folsom stronghold counties cast 14 267 votes with 3 148 for and 11 119 against, while statewide against 46 2 percent. He argues Folsom's stance may have swayed the result.
Analyzed shift from peace advocate to wartime actor as Nehru leads India against Portugal’s colonies. The piece argues the move threatens UN principles and raises fears of world conflict, noting U.S. regret and Soviet sympathy, with Portugal urged to self determine by vote.
Paris reports show three way tensions among Britain France and the United States undercut NATO. De Gaulle s stubborn stance fuels distrust as Paris cites France Britain US frictions over nuclear policy and Western defense. The Bermuda meeting between Kennedy and Macmillan looms as a test of unity amid Berlin and Soviet pressures.
A compact guidance piece urges developing both body and mind, strengthening spirit, and aiming for higher goals. It advises cultivating sensitivity to better things, maintaining standards above average, and building character that earns confidence. It cautions against narrowing life to a single channel and promotes a broader program of living.
Drew Pearson notes President Kennedy’s Venezuela Colombia swing signals a potential shift in Pan American ties. He credits Kennedy with bold agrarian reform demonstrations and public support from farmers, while warning of Castroist threats from a determined minority and noting anti Kennedy violence and propaganda in Caracas.
In 1962 interest on savings will rise as banks, savings banks, and savings and loan associations switch to higher ceilings. Regular savings 3 1/2 percent, deposits over one year up to 4 percent, with talks of 4 1/2 percent on two year funds. Associations on the West Coast go near 4 5/8 percent. The move aims to keep foreign deposits and protect the dollar while attracting U S investors. A competitive rate war will affect savers and demand for traditional savings.
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