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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1968
Page
4
Vice President Hubert Humphrey, leading the Democratic race, proposes a multi billion dollar loan program to rescue collapsing urban areas. The plan envisions a broad federal effort to stabilize finances and revive city priorities.
The Decatur Daily discusses a Harvard Business Review series addressing hiring underprivileged workers, aiming to educate and train them for decent wages. It cites proposed federal underwriting of urban redevelopment loans via a National Urban Development Bank, funded by guaranteed bonds to aid city renewal and poverty reduction, noting cost and potential dividends.
The excerpt advises handling malicious gossip by continuing to do good and trusting God for vindication. It cites Jesus, Abraham Lincoln, and a Proverbs verse to stress that wavering from virtue is unhelpful and that a righteous life often invites criticism.
The House approved a three year bill to spend 100 million dollars annually to provide free or reduced price meals for about four million needy children 3 through 17. The funds will be allocated to states based on child poverty and welfare-adjusted income.
The Houston County case prompts a reapportionment debate after a federal ruling on county board membership. Dothan officials argued city voters dominate county seats, threatening city power. The 1969 legislature may redraw districts or courts may act, with broad impact on city and rural representation.
Analysis argues road safety reductions in 1967 deaths and injuries. Calls for stricter enforcement, safer driver behavior, and safer cars. Emphasizes that drivers are responsible for accidents and urges continued education to follow safety rules and courtesy.
Washington report notes halfhearted House gesture toward tax reform hearings. Speaker McCormack backs hearings while Mills restricts actions, as the tax loop holes remain open and oil profits shine.
David Lawrence argues polls show no majority for either party as independents swing outcomes. Voters favor candidates over labels amid Vietnam concerns and crime fears, signaling a shift toward a balanced, issue driven vote rather than party loyalty.
The Decatur Daily is described as a Monday through Friday paper in Decatur Alabama published by Ten Valley Printing Co Inc. It notes misstatement policy offering prompt redress and outlines subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions, with delivery and tax details. The notice lists postage, circulation and service areas.
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