Air Force funding fight splits Republicans in secrecy
In a closed Senate House Conference Committee session Republicans deserted Eisenhower over Air Force funding. John Taber, Edward Flood, and Dan Pennsylvanian Democrat urged increases while Quarles opposed them. Senator Dick Russell led a push arguing aircraft shortages justify more funds, citing B-52 production and late acceptances.
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Decatur Hosiery Plant to Return Through Local Efforts
Mojnd Co and Chester H Roth Co settle property matters for Alabama Hosiery Mills enabling local action to dispose of the plant. Efforts aim to resume production and offer former workers a chance to return, though industry adjustments and multiple plant closures temper expectations. The Decatur Chamber of Commerce and North Alabama Associates pledge to restore the industry quickly.
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Decatur
Decatur Chamber of Commerce
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Progress Report Highlights Growth in Decatur
Six months of city data show Decatur expanding with eight miles of streets paved or under way and four new subdivisions opened. Postal receipts, telephone lines, electric and gas customers all rise, while building permits approach two million for the period. Sewer projects planned include collector mains and a six acre sewerage treatment plant north of Highway 20.
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Congress debates schools bill as November elections loom
In the House debates over a federal aid school bill, parties faulted each other after the anti-segregation amendment was killed. Rep. Halleck credited Democrats for defeating the measure while noting the political calculus centers on November and key states with growing Negro populations.
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Budget row over Air Force funds faces election year pressure
Conferees push a $980 million Air Force budget rise citing need for tankers and Century-class fighters. Critics say B-52s require refueling and question political motives. A final vote north of party lines backs the increase, while base construction in Spain slows and lease deadlines loom, risking Franco reassignment.
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Air Force
Congressman Flood
Moscow
Errett Scrivner
Kansas
Franco
Virgins Turmoil Spurs Call for Island Independence
Congressman Clair Engle of California plans to introduce a bill granting the islands full independence after a Virgin Islands governor faced factional strife. The piece notes the new governor is able Wal- as part of the context.
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Virgin Islands
Clair Engle
California
Living Today By Arlie Davidson
Arlie Davidson presents six steps to self-improvement focusing on self-esteem elimination of wasted time and negative mindsets. Emphasizes open-mindedness, rest, physical strength, moral conduct, regular self-analysis, and applying a sound daily religion to profit from mistakes and do one's best under all conditions.
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Davidson
Gordon's Quiet Gubernatorial Term North of the Islands
California native Gordon serves as governor of the Islands, succeeding Archie Alexander. He faces a tough audience, budget cuts, and a clash with lawmakers over two comfort stations. The dispute heads to President Eisenhower as Walter Hodge and Earl Ottley push Congress to weigh independence.
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Tumulty Says Accent On The Tummy Not The Syllable
Jersey City's 330 pound Congressman Jim Tumulty jokes about the correct pronunciation of his name. He refuses to favor one version, saying either works as long as the accent hits the tummy.
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Unhappy Chandler Presses Secret Senate Deal With Cooper
The ebullient Happy Chandler proposes a covert pact with John Sherman Cooper to support Cooper’s Senate bid while keeping Democratic interference out of the race. Chandler aims to defeat Lawrence Wetherby and Earle Clements ally in Kentucky politics, even if it splinters the ticket. Cooper, reluctant but impressed by India ties, has listened to Chandler and may run.
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Siren
Faith and achievement through prayer and action
A 1936 piece recounts Marjorie Rambeau overcoming injury with faith. It argues that prayer visualization and persistent effort align with God’s will to enable any achievement. The text promotes a four step method: pray, visualize, act, then trust God.
Fisen Hower Stays In Senate Race
The article notes Fisen Hower remains a candidate in the Senate race, continuing his campaign despite initial uncertainty. He maintains his platform and public appearances as polling and party support influence ongoing strategy.
Fire Boss movie sparks Kansas City diplomatic rift
Kansas City threatens severing relations over a forthcoming film Fire Boss a mockery of the Pendergast machine Mayor Roe Bartle calls it libel on police and Democrats oppose Truman portrayal The Dallas News praises a leak suppression in Lehman discussion noting Drew Pearson did not obtain a leak.
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Twining Warns U S Air Power Ahead Of Soviets Still
Gen Nathan F Twining Air Force chief of staff told reporters after returning from a visit to Russia that the United States has better airpower now and should stay ahead in a few years but cautioned the gap could close by 1960 if U S programs stall. Senator Saltonstall called the report encouraging while Senator Jackson warned about slow buildup of long range striking power.
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Nathan F. Twining
Soviet Russia
Twining
Air Force
Eisenhower
Gettyburg
Russia
U.S
Caref
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Senate
Sen. Jackson
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Amusing Vignettes From Everyday American Life
A string of humor bits questions and city life scenes. The head of cabbage tale and garden trespass scene highlight everyday quirks. A doctor's call an eternity case and a witty social worker inmate exchange add to the light nationwide humor.
Air Force aims to stay ahead of Soviets says Jackson
Jackson told the airpower subcommittee there is no dispute about current airpower leadership. The debate centers on how the Air Force will stay ahead in 1958 1959 and 1960 and what Twining should spell out as recommendations for maintaining superiority.
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State National Bank of Decatur Bank Statement 1956
Alabama bank at June 30 1956 reports total assets 54 838 733 72 with 51 458 577 15 deposits and 3 391 205 00 capital accounts. Names J S Edwards cashier and W Wyker Jr Scroggins S Wyatt directors attest correctness.
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Morgan County Bank Affidavit of Official Oath
An official sworn statement from Utah Young, director of the bank, dated the 7th day of (month) 1957, certifying oath and public notarization with expiration noted as 10-13-57.
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