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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1971
Page
4
An article notes 18 to 20 year olds gained voting rights in all states and levels, promising greater scrutiny of promises, emphasis on action, and potential impact on elections. It warns politicians must engage honestly to win this sizeable new electorate and highlights registration as the gateway to influence.
The budget committee of the Morgan County United Fund is praised for meticulous review of agency budget requests and careful stewardship of local charitable contributions. Community volunteers are commended for dedication and exemplary oversight.
A local note urges appreciation for the U S government as a lasting system. It promotes a Saturday Patriotism event at Point Mallard Park ahead of the Fourth of July and contrasts public celebration with private homage.
July 1 1971 marks a turning point as the draft ends and Congress fails to extend it. The Post Office Department is replaced by the quasi government United States Postal Service, and the Appalachian Regional Development Commission loses funds after Nixon vetoed the public works package. Other agencies lack operating money as the new fiscal situation takes effect.
A tragedy in space ends the lives of three Russian cosmonauts after a 24 day mission and echoes American losses of astronauts at Cape Kennedy. The piece urges careful inquiry, shared science, and a path to prevent future disasters.
A Calhoun Junior College coed was killed June 29 leaving campus as she entered Highway 31. A faculty study notes 31 accidents at the intersection from 1969 to 1970, prompting a call for caution lights north and south of the campus to improve safety.
Washington Merry-Go-Round reports Sen Birch Bayh funds a grand presidential bid with champagne receptions, Rolls Royce hospitality, and a costly staff. O'Brien urges spending limits while Bayh shapes a high‑end campaign network amid questions about funding sources and transparency.
The author cites Jesus to state life's purpose as loving God with all and loving others as oneself. He argues this twofold commandment underpins the Bible's theology and condemns violence and prejudice when not followed, asserting Christ enables obedience if sought.
David Lawrence argues the Communist seven point plan for Vietnam is not friendly and would force a U.S. withdrawal date while allowing a coalition government in Saigon and possible Communist domination. Nixon aides insist Saigon must be changed only by free elections and reject a Russian style coalition.
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