Truman’s Papers and the President’s Notes Revealed
The column contrasts President Eisenhower and Truman in handling papers and library access at Abilene and Independence. It notes that Truman’s preliminary work sheets belong to him while final messages go to Congress, and highlights Truman’s margin notes on an Alaska report and a margin remark about Puerto Rico.
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Washington
Eisenhower
Abilene
Katis
Truman
Independence
Ike
George Washington
Ian
Roosevelt
Mr. Truman
Jefferson
James Madison
Lincoln
Congress
Paul Hume
Margaret
Hume
White House
Alaska
Philippines
Japan
Germany
ECA
Puerto Rico
River traffic growth supports Alabama river shipping plans
Commercial traffic on the Tennessee River rose by 23 percent and ten miles by 22 percent in 1955 figures. The gains bolster support for developing shipping facilities on all Alabama rivers with development potential.
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Tennessee River
Alabama
Peace and Force in Kremlin Rhetoric and Policy
A commentator argues Russia pursues peace friendship and coexistence as Kremlin doctrine while firing top Communists to keep Western diplomats off balance. He says Washington should show resolve and force to deter undeclared war and maintain peace.
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Kremlin
Russia
Sparkman Attacks Civil Rights Move as Unnecessary
Senator John Sparkman of Alabama calls civil rights legislation unnecessary and unjustified arguing that federal social programs better serve the Negro and that Republicans exploit race for votes. He urges focus on defense, health, housing, veterans programs, farming, and small business while labeling civil rights as a political device. Southern senators rally in opposition, facing a strong White House position but hopeful for unified Southern resistance.
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Washington
Congress
Senate
John Sparkman
Alabama
Sparkman
Eisenhower
Nixon
Sparkaman
Republican
South
Sen
Attorne
White House
Grudges Hurt You and Harm Living With Others
A reflective piece on grudges as self created barriers to harmony. It argues grudges stem from personal inadequacies and lead to shunning, conflict, and damaged relationships. Psychological notes warn against dwelling on others faults. Emphasizes accepting people and maintaining good will.
Nixon’s Algeria warnings clash with Kennedy speech leak
Vice President Nixon, on a Plymouth Mass trip with Massachusetts lawmakers, warned of Algeria as a major trouble spot and urged French independence. A week later a mimeographed Kennedy speech with similar ideas circulated to Boston reporters, provoking Nixon’s suspicion of a leak.
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Nixon
Plymouth
Mass
Massachusetts
Sally Saltonstall
Harvard
Edith Nourse Rogers
Algeria
North Africa
United States
Jack Kennedy
Boston
Kennedy
Eisenhower
Africa
French Ambassador Calls On Dulles Over Kennedy Speech
The scene shows Ambassador Herve Alphand visiting the State Department after Kennedy circulated his mimeographed speech. Dulles apologized and pledged Eisenhower opposition, aiming to prevent French excitement and secure preemptive backing for the Kennedy plan. Note 1 highlights calls for Algerian independence as a peace prerequisite in North Africa.
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Dulles
Kennedy
Herve Alphand
State Department
Eisenhower
Nixon
Clare Boothe Lace
Italy
William C. Douglas
Supreme Court
Algeria
North
Africa
Remember What Bible Says And Worry Will Lose Grip On Your Life
Dr. Peale advocates releasing worries by mental effort with faith in God. He compares worry to coins placed in a wastebasket and cites childhood imagination as key to trusting Bible promises. The message urges daily faith, calm strength, and fearlessness with divine support.
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Dr. Peale
Lynchburg
Virginia
Huxley
Jesus Christ
Governors at Williamsburg Conference Ride in Cadillacs
Alabama Governor Big Jim Folsom observed only one former governor present from 1947, ex Governor Sherman Adams. General Motors supplied a fleet of Cadillacs and Oldsmobiles for governors at the Williamsburg gathering, with 25 percent discounts. Virginia provided about 100 state police as chauffeurs and guards, some unhappy with servile duties amid highway patrol pullback.
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Big Jim Folsom
Alabama
Williamsburg
Sherman Adams
New Hampshire
America
White House
General Motors
Virginia Highway Patrol
Bell Syndicate
Women increasingly used on airport tower microphones
More women than men are being used on airport control tower microphones because feminine voices broadcast more clearly than a man's.
Flyboys Benefit Club Dues Dividend in ALPA Union
Victor Riesel profiles the Air Line Pilots Association revealing annual dues dividends of 17 to 25 percent, wholesale-rate payments for dues with year-ahead discounts, a generous life insurance plan, disability coverage, and a pension of up to 20000 a year for veterans. The union also outlines dissolution procedures and asset liquidation to members, illustrating a pilot-led labor model.
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Victor Riesel
Air Line
Assa
ALPA
Clarence Sayen
Pilots Union
Chicago
Veterans of the Wild Blue Yonder
Nate Shefferman
The
Pilots Assn
Land
the Hall Syndicaté, Inc
Courtland Chief Theo Rucker Chosen Police Chief
Courtland hires Theo Rucker veteran lawman as police chief after Moulton officer declines. Rucker formerly led Rogersville police and served with Town Creek and as Lawrence deputy. Norris Hagood stays in Moulton. Clarence Harris and Frank Terry had declined prior offers.
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Frank Terry
Three Decatur Fire Alarms Report No Major Loss
Decatur firefighters responded to three alarms Saturday morning with no high losses. A city garbage truck burned at 12:41 am on Bank Street. A trash fire at 9:44 am behind Decatur Transit Co. caused no loss. A stove fire at 1403 12th Street SE caused slight damage.
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Decatur
Bank St
Decatur Transit Co
First Ave
J. E. Wright
12Th St
Elephants Enjoy Pedicures Says Zoo Director
Dr. William M. Mann, former director of the National Zoological Park in Washington, D.C., comments that elephants like pedicures and sometimes a snort of gin.
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William M. Mann
National Zoological Park
Washington, D.C
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