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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1962
Page
4
New York Governor Nelson Rockefeller framed his political vision as essential for the era, arguing that only a grand design and strong purpose can guide the country. The remarks signal a high stakes effort that could influence the Republican nomination battle.
Alabama pursues change despite election outcomes noting limited gains possible in a single four year term. The speaker stresses both party progress and the pace of public absorption of reforms, emphasizing practical limits on governance.
The Alabama State Highway Department, per Director Sam Engelhardt, plans to let the Grant Street overpass contract in August. Decatur residents have long urged the project and now await the contract award, trusting the official timeline barring unforeseen issues.
The author argues that tax incentives are the key to reviving business and easing government fiscal strain. It contends Kennedy era policy misinterpretations aside, targeted tax breaks could stimulate investment, expansion, and modernization by both large and small firms, boosting productivity and employment.
Alabama faces a looming special session as lawmakers must reapportion by July 16 or federal judges will order it. The piece criticizes past constitutional breaches and predicts political maneuvering by Black Belt legislators to delay action while urging a fair plan like Rep. Roscoe Roberts's Madison county proposal that avoids new seats or public votes.
President Kennedy rejects blame for stock market declines while calling the fall largely inevitable. He credits high prices relative to dividends and notes inflation is tamed, asserting confidence issues are exaggerated and that his main economic adviser is Douglas Dillon. He defends pro business stance against socialist insinuations and dismisses claims of hidden forces depressing the market.
Living Today by Arlie B Davidson urges focusing on the big things in life while letting small annoyances pass. It cites James Whitcomb Riley’s quiet response to criticism as a model, advising to welcome constructive input and dismiss trivial attacks. Cast off petty matters and protect time for matters of greater importance.
Drew Pearson reports that Kennedy may face a silent industrial backlash as Big Business delays new plant construction and shifts investment to Europe. The strategy risks tax losses, budget imbalance, and renewed stock market panic despite favorable domestic data and promised depreciation allowances. Gleason at the Veterans Administration is praised for efficiency gains and cost cuts.
Secretary of State Dean Rusk outlines a late month Europe journey to meet allied leaders including West German Chancellor Adenauer. Talks aim to bridge gaps on Berlin settlement, Western European unity, and De Gaulle’s nuclear ambitions while opposing French nuclear independence. Rusk rejects critics and stresses strengthening Atlantic community through alliances and trade.
Sylvia Porter reports that trial balloons for a broad tax cut for individuals and corporations are being tested by top policymakers in Washington and the Federal Reserve to spur the economy before next year. If no miracle comes, a tax cut is expected soon as officials push to reclaim growth and stave off a possible recession.
Daily Records lists multiple conveyances: Prince A and Alba Chenault to Tennis and Mildred Terry for 4200 dollars. Clarence Terry and wife to Paul Terry for 500. Price A Chenault to himself for 1. Luther Shankles and wife to Travis Voss and wife for 150. B M Waldrop and wife to Oscar Oden and wife for 5000. Silas and Margie Reeves to J D and Viola Posey. Silas Reeves and Marie to Evu Gene Treadway for 125. Lucy Downing to Arthur Slaton for 160.
Donald Lovett a linotype operator at The Decatur Daily to Charlotte Compton. Alton Brown a farmer to Donna Deason. Howard Dutton a mechanic to Sharlene Summers.
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