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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1964
Page
4
The Kiwanis Christmas event hosted for about 200 children brings temporary happiness to those who doubt Santa Claus. The piece urges participation in gift giving to the less fortunate during the season.
The appeal fights tuberculosis in Alabama with Madison County first to reach 18614 dollars, Autauga 2302, Morgan at 51 percent of goal, Lawrence 71 percent, and Limestone 82 percent. Don’t forget the seals mailed to you and send a check to support Valley counties efforts.
Brandy Ayers writes a Christmas column urging a renewed spirit of giving and gratitude. He recalls Joseph and the shepherds, notes over commercialization, and exhorts readers to help others before the holiday. The piece ends with eager anticipation for the season.
In a closed Republican meeting, Indiana's Charlie Halleck faced attacks from Reps. Albert Quie and Robert Griffin demanding a constructive policy stance beyond opposing Johnson. The session produced no medicare task force and only one concrete action, the creation of a committee to study task forces for a more positive GOP approach.
Non physical wounds are common and often more painful than physical injuries. Injuring a man’s spirit or pride diminishes his effort and joy, while support and understanding restore hope. If you cannot heal injuries, avoid making them worse.
James Marlow surveys post election mood in Washington. Republicans press to oust RNC chair Dean Burch, while House conservatives spar with Charles Halleck and liberals seek Rules reform and seniority changes to shake entrenched chairmen.
The Cairo summits and a 1950s era balance of power show Gamal Abdel Nasser maneuvering to lead the nonaligned bloc, often aligning with Moscow while confronting American influence. The article notes Africa Asia tensions, the Congo, and oil geopolitics as key factors in his broader push for regional leadership.
A compact historical rundown for December 22 highlighting 1944 Brig Gen McAuliffe reply Nuts during the Battle of the Bulge 1781 La Fayette departure 1807 Embargo Act 1894 US Golf Association formation 1910 first postal savings stamps and other notable events through a 1964 remembrance.
Sam Jones of Vicksburg Mississippi, pilot on the Joseph M Jones towboat, reported a bullet shattered glass in the pilot house while boats moved along the canal. He was treated for cuts and saw a car flee west of the lock after the shooting.
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