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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1964
Page
4
A concise religious reflection asking for strength to be honest, upright, and kind despite costs. The piece cites Alfred N Sayres, professor emeritus at The Leicester Theological Seminary in Lancaster Pennsylvania, from a 1963 National Council of Churches Religions Feature.
A reflective column in The Florence Herald muses on how the buzzing of an alarm clock marks the end of the best part of the day, capturing a nostalgic tone about daily routines and endings.
The piece argues Richard Nixon, former vice president, is more available for the Republican presidential nomination than six months ago. It notes Nixon nearly won in 1960 and polls show GOP support, while others like Goldwater Rockefeller Scranton and Romney lack broad appeal. It suggests Johnson would likely defeat any Republican nominee unless the economy or international relations shift.
Senate Finance Committee weighs three Sparkman amendments to the omnibus tax bill aimed at aiding small business. The first raises the surtax exemption from 25 000 to 50 000 for the first 50 000 of corporate income taxed at 22 percent. The second limits surtax exemptions to five per controlled group. The third extends estate tax payment time up to 10 years as an undue hardship for family businesses sold to outsiders or at a low market.
Drew Pearson surveys history from the Pope’s Holy Land visit to the Crusades and sectarian wars. He notes shifts toward coexistence, nuclear threats, and political alignments including Kennedy Khrushchev ties and U.S. and British wartime links.
The habit of thinking highly of yourself is essential for contentment and success despite others. A careful self estimate defends against criticism and setbacks and helps pursue opportunities. Remember the proverb about knowing what you know and acting on it.
A Canadian woman learns through church counseling that forgiveness and faith align spending with reality. Her husband cooperates after prayer leads to financial action, loan consolidation, and debt reduction, showing prayer as a path to wiser behavior and improved marriage.
Marquis Childs notes Johnson's speech blends policy with campaign aims. Congress faces six months of pressure as civil rights and a tax cut dominate debate, with medical care for the aged and youth employment debated amid partisan hurdles. Humphrey and Mansfield shape strategy amid filibuster concerns and budget timing.
Today’s entry notes January 12 with historical events including the Charleston Museum’s 1773 founding, the 1839 coal iron milestone at Mauch Chunk, Taft’s 1911 Panama Fortification request, the 1950 Truculent collision, and a 195? boxing antitrust ruling. It also mentions modern auto commuting stats and quotes various individuals.
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