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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1949
Page
4
Alabama editorial page urges support for federal education funding arguing it would empower schools without federal policy control. It highlights six provisions of Senate S-246, notes need in the South, and warns against resisting aid as the postwar student population rises.
The column alleys that Soviet arms flow to Israel from Skoda Works in Czechoslovakia, British arms to Arabs, and new deals between Iraq and Czechoslovakia. It notes U S vacillation on peace and warns of a widening, contagious war as Moscow uses Palestine to arm Near East players. Ambassador John Wiley urges more arms to Iran amid Red Army concentration near the oil frontier.
Congressman Stephen M. Young from Ohio refused a gala invitation from the Real Estate Boards in Columbus. He stated he would not attend the January 12 dinner at the Statler Hotel, Washington, asserting that constituents expect him to think and decide independently and pay his own way.
National Security Resources Board members clashed with new chair John Steelman, a Truman appointee, over the board’s mission to secure essential strategic materials like rubber and quinine. Republicans led by Arthur Hill criticized the board’s personnel and rowed against Steelman’s Wall Street background and cleanup push.
With governments strained to the utmost, federal aid to education is urged as the best solution. Richer states would assist poorer sister states while gaining indirect benefits through a more educated population and national cohesion.
Advice column urging tough self confrontation at work and in relationships. Encourages taking responsibility for mistakes rather than covering them up, admitting, apologizing, and facing feelings openly to overcome sorrow and gain future confidence.
George E Felton is fired as production chief and Matt Robinson the New York investment banker draws board attention amid two opposing factions. Kenneth Johnson and James O'Brien lead manpower focus as Steelman seeks to restore balance after Hill removal.
Testifying before the senate watchdog committee ex ambassador Bill Bullitt urged allowing Maj Gen Claire Chennault to reorganize his Flying Tigers and suggested sending a fighting general to lead Chiang Kai-shek's forces. Speaker Connally questioned Chiang's leadership and Bullitt admitted corruption exists but said Chiang is not personally involved.
Fred Hartley retires from Congress after co authoring the Taft Hartley Act. Pete Rodino of Newark New Jersey Democrat wins the seat delivering a historic rise for Italian American representation. Rodino marched from Drift Street tenements to law, serving in World War II and guiding his ascent with support from Mayor Wayne.
Readable fragments discuss enhancing egg output using stand inatonine fat for bens. The text mentions potential methods and targets but lacks clear attribution or actionable steps.
Insiders say the question of replacing Rep. Hugh D. Scott Jr. as national GOP chairman may not be raised at the Omaha committee meeting January 26-27. Gov. Thomas E. Dewey allies picked Scott early last year, with opinion split among members. The Air Force’s rise is noted as central to future warfare.
Senator Elmer Thomas of Oklahoma may challenge President Truman on military spending. As a likely future chairman of the appropriations committee military subcommittee, he argues the service most capable of fighting a future war should receive the largest share. The President proposes about 14 billion dollars split evenly among the Air Force Army and Navy.
The Christian world follows the Nationalist Communist struggle in China as missionaries stay at posts. United Board for Christian Colleges in China supports continuation of work. 137 of 1758 workers have withdrawn. Missionaries press onward amid risks, urged by Chinese Christians to remain and bear witness.
London reports the king’s leg condition is improving rapidly. He aims to resume official duties within two months and is expected to preside over royal honors in the coming weeks after canceling his Australia tour.
President Truman's push for government-built steel plants appears unlikely to pass with many Democrats and Republicans muttering. Capitol Hill chatter says he aimed to rattle steel companies rather than win powers, as appeals against price increases last year drew little response.
The Supreme Court postpones arguments on the Taft Hartley act non communist affidavits case until February 28. The delay could accelerate a new labor law as Congress may abolish or modify the affidavit requirement, potentially dissolving the issues in the pending suit.
In a small budget note President Truman requests 7 100 more tax investigators for the Internal Revenue Bureau arguing they would bring in more revenue than their cost. The proposal appears in a little noticed part of the budget message to Congress.
The Hoover commission plans to place the National Advisory Committee For Aeronautics under the Commerce Department. NACA opposes the change, arguing it would affect its independence and direct White House access.
Mary Williams outlines Decatur's civic backbone with Lions, Kiwanis, Rotary, and Civitan groups active in welfare and entertainment. The Pilot club prepares its charter banquet. Blood Donors report four transfusions. beautification crews from Legion, Legion Auxiliary, and Chamber back Wheeler park work. Season tickets back a planned baseball park funded by a $10,000 Legion stake toward a $40,000 project.
Mr. Frank Oakes will be guest speaker at a noon meeting of the Women’s Chamber of Commerce Friday at the Greystone. Piano music will be rendered by Mrs. D. Fabrer. Miss Frances Nungester is program chairman.
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