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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1963
Page
4
It is noted that Melvin Jones, founder of Lions International, observed that progress comes only after one acts to help others. The quote emphasizes service as the path to achievement.
Column notes Lt Col John Glenn could leave NASA next year to pursue politics. It asserts he would likely win the Ohio Senate race if he chooses public service, citing his strong public influence and proven leadership.
Sen Ellender argues Negroes should prepare for opportunities rather than protest violence He cites Washington as an example saying a model city could uplift the race while criticizing crime in the capital The remarks come amid debate on Kennedy civil rights proposals and mark Ellenders stance on the issue.
A copy of the first prayer in Congress is presented from THATCHER'S MILITARY JOURNAL dated December 1777. Rev. Jacob Duche delivers a plea for divine guidance, mercy on the States, and wisdom for leaders amid war, urging peace, justice, and faith.
William S. White argues that Anthony Macmillan once weakened by scandal survives in politics. He notes Harold Wilson’s strategy may overreach and keeps Macmillan in contention as Labour’s attack loses bite. The piece frames Wilson’s liberal rhetoric and self righteousness as factors shaping the contest.
Washington hearing examines federal subsidies to private power firms for nuclear reactors near Los Angeles and other cities. Drew Pearson questions equity of subsidies while railroads face layoffs and reliance on government aid amid competition from airlines and trucking.
The piece critiques touchy people who overreact to criticism and cling to prejudices, noting their insecurities and tendency to rail at individuals. It references Wilson and reformist politicians, arguing such reformers lack personal generosity and sometimes alienate the underdog vote. Copyright 1963 United Feature.
More than 2,700 people have played Birmingham public golf courses since integration. Park officials report net profit of 709 dollars per day as facilities reopened after a January 1962 desegregation order and note no incidents since the integration.
Sylvia Porter reports that consumer borrowing across income levels surged in 1962 and early 1963 with $63 billion in consumer loans. The dominant motive is consolidation of unpaid bills, followed by auto purchases and repairs, travel, medical costs, and education, reflecting a broad shift toward debt to finance daily life.
Gadsden businessman James Martin will headline the first of a series of southwide Republican draft Goldwater rallies. He rose close to unseating Senator Lister Hill last November and forecasts a dynamic Goldwater movement to sweep Kennedy from the White House and shift power to the South in the 1964 race. The rallies carry the theme Save the South Save the Nation.
Newburgh New York city manager Joseph Mitchell resigns after public welfare crackdown sparked national controversy and will join the John Birch Society.
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