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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1964
Page
4
The piece notes former President Eisenhower reluctant to engage in party friction but likely to appear at the Republican convention. It implies he will address the platform to settle debts tied to his 1952 nomination over Taft, reflecting a conservative versus moderate split within the party.
The Tennessee Valley Authority has paid the U S Treasury 447 million dollars over 20 years from power revenues, roughly equal to the cost of the TVA system from 1933 to 1947. An appraisal from fairminded observers prompts the exclamation government can stand more of this.
The report states Robert Kennedy plans to step down from public office after the November elections. It notes South views on his stance on race relations and comments on his diminished ardor since President John F. Kennedy's death, suggesting the family tragedy affected him deeply.
The piece critiques the Supreme Court ruling on legislative apportionment, arguing that “one person one vote” could empower large cities and weaken state balance. It cites John S Knight’s Detroit Free Press view and warns that increased city representation may degrade overall governance.
Washington quarrels over private utilities dominating the first long distance hydroelectric link modeled after international interties. LA Power Department battles with Mayor Yorty, PG and E and Edison with Udall backing a compromise and Moss criticizing it. Hearings proceed in the Senate Interior committee.
The piece urges embracing personal adjustment after loss or broken relationships. It emphasizes building new friendships, restoring motivation, and using initiative to move forward despite setbacks. It warns against quitting and highlights the need to continue planning and acting to improve life.
The Democratic race shifts as RF Kennedy supporters seek his vice presidential bid. Johnson’s choice could hinge on party unity, civil rights politics, and regional sentiment, with Kennedy signaling possible interest in high office and cabinet roles if not the ticket.
The piece examines President Johnson’s push for peace and a “just compromise” as a central theme of his re election bid. It notes the tension with Goldwater’s “Why Not Victory” stance, concerns over Viet Nam policy, Cyprus tensions, and the risky balance of peace efforts amid late 1964 political pressures.
Today's date marks the 185th day of 1964 with 181 days remaining. Notable items include the 1893 firefight in Santiago Harbor against an American fleet, Washington assuming command in 1775, Idaho’s statehood in 1890, United States maiden voyage in 1952, past U.N. crisis news, and a note on fast growth of some eucalyptus trees.
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