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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 26, 1961

Page

4

Juvenile Delinquency blamed on Parents Across Classes

Authorities cite parental influence as a major cause of juvenile delinquency, noting that blame spans beyond the so called lower classes and affects many families.

Pepperdine Retires Football Program Amid Financial Strain

Pepperdine College ends its football program after a 1961 season in which gate receipts were about 1000 while expenses reached 31000. The decision mirrors a trend among small schools assessing athletic treasuries, with Pepperdine noting Southern California’s abundance for major football yet little for amateur programs.

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North Alabama Economy Set for 1962 Growth

As Fortune Magazine forecasts a strong 1962 with GNP rising to about 565 billion by mid year and 595 billion by mid 1963 the Huntsville area rides missile business while the Decatur area shows rising payrolls and retail sales. Local resilience fuels optimism for agriculture industry and commerce in Morgan Lawrence Limestone and Cullman counties.

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McNamara Named Man of the Year by Washington Critics

Washington critic William S. White selects Robert S. McNamara, Secretary of Defense, as Man of the Year for his first year in office. The piece lauds his reform of the Pentagon, shift from atomic-centric policy, and managerial effectiveness. It notes ongoing challenges with allies and Western defense solidarity.

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Anticipating Old Age and Keeping Busy

ARLIE B. DAVIDSON warns against idleness in retirement and urges lifelong engagement through reading research painting music and hands on work. The piece also criticizes defense spending vision while noting McNamara’s efforts to manage the Pentagon.

Pockets Of Communism In Colombia Reported By Pearson

Drew Pearson reports 11 independent republics in Colombia beyond Bogotá seeking influence from local conditions. He cites violence, moral breakdown, church withdrawal from two areas, and landed land reform as factors shaping anti American sentiment.

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The New Issues Game Risks in Wall Street Play

Fortune analyzes why new stock offerings surge and how underwriters may misprice or manipulate issues. It cautions investors to favor large firms or well known underwriters, or mutual funds, to reduce risk as SEC probes potential over the counter scams and market manipulation.

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Record Cold Sets Christmas Milestone in Florida

Florida endures a record cold Christmas with Miami at 42 degrees the lowest December 25 read. Key West 57, 63 high. Tampa 40, Fort Myers 39, Tallahassee 36, Apalachicola 34, Jacksonville 31, Pensacola 29. Residents wear warm clothing as frost forms in farming areas and smudge pots burn to protect crops. Forecaster Arnold Sugg notes unusual Arctic air moving into the Caribbean.

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