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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1948
Page
4
A 1912 newspaper digest notes Democratic figures and conventions in Philadelphia and Birmingham, with commentary on Truman, Eisenhower, civil rights, and party platforms. It mentions a Women’s Party push for equal rights and Roy Acuff’s potential Tennessee gubernatorial bid, plus reflections on rail nationalization and political commentary.
The report notes a expected dull session with standard fanfare and speeches. It mentions the nomination of Mr. Tru and the scramble for vice as the main anticipated events at Philadephia, with little new action.
The text argues against immediate action to restore price and credit controls, noting wartime scripts failed due to public opposition. It cites high black market activity, consumer resistance, and the infeasibility of one-sided controls without wage and supply limits, warning economic cycles persist.
A Mobile incident shows a young woman with a baby and a pistol robbing a man who offered help after hearing he was hungry. The rogue pair fled with his two weeks pay, illustrating how well intentioned kindness can turn dangerous and reminding readers to stay cautious on the street at night.
The article notes that only one man, Governor Frank Lowden of Illinois, declined the vice presidential nomination in 1920. It asserts that in American history no one has ever refused a presidential nomination after it was voted at a party convention, though some have discouraged it beforehand.
A backstage look at Democratic fund raising shows sluggish results for the coming campaign. Notable contributions between March 1 and June 1 include Laurence Steinhardt and his wife at 8000, Herman Baruch 3000, Bernard Armour 5000, Will Clayton 1000, John W. Scott 2500, Edith Helm 500, and others. Overall, the totals appear meager as Truman looms with an expected sweep.
The piece argues that John L Lewis harms white collar workers and elderly retirees by driving wage demands and miners pensions. It claims Social Security created for security now under strain as coal industry funds inflate costs. It asserts widows on $30 monthly pensions indirectly fund miners' $100 monthly pensions through higher prices.
The discussion argues John L. Lewis can rally miners from West Virginia to Utah and Ohio to Alabama to present uniform wage demands to coal operators without violating the Sherman act. It predicts a Supreme Court reversal may subject labor alliances to anti trust laws within a year.
The article outlines a salt free diet approach for patients with kidney and heart disease, stressing protein needs and tissue water retention. It describes protein hydrolysate as a protein source, salt free breads butters, and caution with sodium benzoate in canned foods. It lists acceptable fruits vegetables cereals and nuts, and notes salt substitutes and non restricted beverages.
A sharp political metaphor surfaces as critics warn that John L. Lewis could undermine valuable gains by overreaching, risking jobs and union strength in a tense labor dispute.
A historical reflection notes Harry Truman’s shift from humble reluctance to strong pursuit of the presidency. The piece contrasts early modesty with a later fixation on staying in the White House, citing party leaders and rank and file resistance to his bid. It emphasizes human fallibility and the lure of power in long tenure.
Top labor leaders criticize President Bill Green after a White House meeting where Labor's League for Political Education could not back the Dewey Warren Republican ticket. The dispute signals ongoing tensions within party ranks over postwar policy and electoral alignment.
A church sermon argues that revival follows societal catastrophe and hinges on believers' willingness to follow the Spirit. It cites Sorokin's theory from Harvard and asks if Trinity, led by Rev W V Glass, stands before a spiritual blessing from God. The message urges wisdom faith and consecration to receive divine guidance.
A large shepherd dog roaming Decatur was found rabid. Sightings covered Fairview, the Country Club, Seventh and Eighth Avenues, and the Wilder place before it was killed on Fifteenth Avenue South. Police submitted the head to the Decatur laboratory for tests.
Green and other LPE policymakers reportedly agreed in Milwau kee to avoid endorsing any Presidential candidate this year. The AFL leaders could back either ticket as long as they did not claim AFL or LPE speak for them, triggering anger from some chiefs at the implied endorsement of the Democratic ticket.
A misread draft suggests the Economic Cooperation Administration plans to stamp Marshall Plan shipments with a placard reading From the free United States for cry. An official says the emblem will become as recognizable in Europe as a dog graphic once was.
Reported as light personal planes makers obtain new relief from government restrictions. They approach the market cautiously using designs approved by their own stamp, abandoning previous requirement that each new design be tested by the Civil Aviation Administration for a type certificate.
At the embassy celebration Mrs. Lewis Douglas cut a long queue to reveal hat check delays. She promised changes next year as rumors swirl that her husband may quit as U S ambassador by year end regardless of the election.
It appears definite the Kittyhawk plane will go on display at the Smithsonian Institute on December 17. Turner Field in Albany Georgia is being expanded to outfit the 31st fighter squadron with jet planes.
Dispatches quote Lorenzo Giusti, communist counsellor of the railroad union, warning Rome that unless the government quickly settles grievances the rail workers will strike without time limit and against laws limiting railroaders rights. Grievances include slow government review of cases of workers purged by fascism.
The Canadian National Research Council plans full scale flight investigations to determine whether rainmaking techniques are feasible and effective. Officials aim to assess atmospheric effects and potential applications for weather control initiatives.
One 1/2 ton Studebaker truck driven 11,000 miles with stake body booster brake heater and seat covers. Also 1937 Oldsmobile four door. T. R. Harrison Machine Co at 108 West Moulton St with phone 164.
Two aircraft will be used one to seed clouds with ice or other agents and another to observe. Both planes will be equipped with de icing and flying devices as described in the plan.
Washington reports a record year for model aviation with over 500 AMA sanctioned contests and continuing interest. The 332nd at Lockbourne Air Base Ohio, the only Black fighter group in the Air Force, is slated to receive jet aircraft soon.
The calendar shows the Democratic national convention opening in Philadelphia on Monday with nominations expected Wednesday. South Dakota Republicans plan to name state candidate contenders. Utah Republicans set Friday and Saturday meetings to nominate governor and federal and state legislators. Southern Democratic rebels vow a states rights convention in Birmingham to back a Southern candidate if Philadelphia nominates Truman.
Morgan County National Bank in Alabama files a June 30 1948 report under section 5211 listing assets totaling 6 760 907 86 including cash United States government obligations and loans. It shows deposits of 8 743 056 73 liabilities and 9 121 549 66 total capital accounts 374 492 93 and a sworn statement by cashier J W Darrah notarized July 1948.
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