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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1949
Page
4
The article notes a drastic revamp of Folsom social season if legislators enact curbs on the Governor's spending. It highlights vaudeville’s return to New York and a planned coast-to-coast revival, then questions how younger viewers will respond to live theater versus movies.
The Birmingham Barons surge to the top of the Southern Association while the World Series champion Cleveland Indians remain stuck in the second division of the American League amid unexpected early-season results.
The Birmingham Age Herald reports the NAACP asks for zoning protections amid a dispute over a Negro minister moving into a house despite city warnings that he may violate the code. Critics question if the protection could shield unlawful conduct or arrests.
Daniel McCarthy American youth seeks German citizenship before final step. Freed on bond he may travel in Germany with no money or ration card. Comment suggests sending communists to Russia to experience life behind the iron curtain.
The president now signals a flexible approach to repealing Taft Hartley and other items from his program. Months ago he and aides promised swift action on a broad mandate, but current reports show little movement on major reforms as congressional floor action stalls.
An editorial argues two main reasons for Alabama legislators opposing a public vote on Governor Folsom’s spending plan. It contends the decision belongs to the legislature yet warns voters may reject the tax and spend program. It notes broad public desire to cut government costs and hints at national implications.
The Senate passed home rule for the District of Columbia enabling 900,000 residents to vote for local government. Southern opposition centered on fears of black influence, with Sen. Holland arguing that capital cities show race dynamics. House action will decide if DC governs its schools roads and government.
Unofficially the Undersecretary of Commerce Sonny Whitney shows insecurity in Washington. A polo and club aficionado, he directs major cultural and art institutions while snapping at subordinates and demanding rapid access lists for confidential papers. His latest move triggered chaos as Alaska to Puerto Rico offices sent missed lists, exposing friction with staff.
A reflective piece condemns self centered arrogance and pride as smallness of spirit. It argues real worth comes from courtesy to others and appreciation of community and family advantages. The prose urges humility and recognition of others in daily conduct.
A stenographer notes that government secretaries cherish their country as deeply as top executives, reflecting shared devotion across civic and corporate leadership.
Sonny tightens entry rules, requiring State Department clearance for all foreign visitors to any Commerce Department office. A Belgian contact, a Canadian scientist, or a Cuban official would face two weeks of clearance before any social visit or informal discussion, reflecting heightened insecurity under Sonny Whitney.
Senator Scott Lucas blocks Truman program with long running filibuster tactics. Beginning July 1 the Senate moves to the old Supreme Court chamber, a smaller room with 40 to 50 members, to tire the GOP into abandoning obstruction and returning to business.
Two disabled veterans Irving Nanis and Tony Diglio visited Capitol Hill to press for a law extending housing aid to hemiplegics. They lobbied until Senator Morse and others sponsored the bill, arguing the government can listen to “strangers in wheel chairs.”
Tom Veech a sophomore on the Notre Dame golf team is highlighted as one of the finest prospects on the Irish campus in recent years.
A fragment hints at a historical dispute connected to Cardinal Richelieu and the Acad mie Fran aise. The readable text suggests a focus on patronage and influence shaping French letters during the 17th century.
Washington scene reports rising odds of a presidential veto on a summer Taft-Hartley bill. Labor leaders split over repeal versus modification, fearing a veto or political gain in 1950. Many prefer preserving the act to keep it a rallying issue for elections.
Grace Tully, FDR's confidential secretary, has spent over two years compiling a new book with a former White House correspondent assisting her. The project is expected to hit the presses soon.
The new U S ambassador Alan G Kirk is expected in Moscow in time for the Fourth of July. He travels from the United States by special plane and finds his office prepared with sharpened pencils on his desk.
The Air Force material command estimates a $42.734 million cost to terminate eight major bomber contracts. The sum covers tooling expenses and may be partially recovered by returning unused materials. Officials say it could take years to determine the exact loss. Most unspent funds from the cancellations have been redirected to B-36 bombers.
Washington lawmakers, wary of economic decline, discuss reviving pump priming. Senator Taylor asks at a Senate economy hearing whether budget officials studied the overall results of New Deal era stimulus and if traced spending boosted business and tax receipts, noting it would be interesting to trace marked funds.
Top Air Force officials skipped the manufacturers annual Williamsburg conference and the Aviation Writers Association dinner. The Navy attended in force, likely honoring Admiral De Witt Charles who recently retired to lead the industry.
A Washington report details new butterfly collecting tools including a nylon catching net and a killing jar with cyanide integrated into the cap. This equipment signals advancing methods in entomology and collection practices.
University of Miami researchers examine changes in the Gulf Stream as they collect data to improve long range weather forecasts for Northwestern Europe. The warm current runs from Florida northward across the Atlantic.
The article urges faith in God's sufficiency during great burdens and trials. It contrasts the king's downfall with Israel and calls readers to cast their troubles on the Lord, who sustains the righteous. It emphasizes relying on divine help when difficulties seem insurmountable.
At the state capitol talk centers on possible Alabama action to bid for Muscle Shoals if the Ford offer falls through. Summer school for Decatur students opens June 9 under Mrs. Coyle and Mrs. Trimble. Over 1000 malaria investigations conducted by trio Rector Gurley and Rountree amid broad value shifts as the Dollar Festival nears. Editorial notes on swimming.
Decatur Jaycees expect about 60 state J C board members to attend a June 25 26 meeting with Dr. Bob Evans newly elected Decatur Jaycee president stating all local presidents plus one other representative from clubs and all state vice presidents will be present Bill Leavell and Ted Merriman the president and ex ceutive secretary will also attend Entertainment plans include a dutch supper June 25 a breakfast Sunday morning at the Lyons a board meeting and a luncheon to honor outgoing state officers Charley Parker as general chairman for entertainment and program arrangements Ben LeDuke will handle the dutch supper George Perry and Bill Baldwin will arrange post breakfast entertainment Jimmy Edwards and Harold Michelson will coordinate the breakfast and luncheon Rotary Birthday Club notes youth is priceless with a monthly fete for members with birthdays the honored pay ten cents per year of age funds fund a 100 scholarship for Riverside valedictorian.
Tom Rogers Jr of Florence will install the Decatur club's newly elected officers. Ceremony begins at 7 p.m. at the Why Not. Dr. Bob Evans becomes president with Sam H. Evans, Meredith Woodall as vice presidents and Bill Lindsey as treasurer. Succeeding Alvis Briscoe, Ben LeDuke, and Gene Alford. Julian Bibb Jr. exits as secretary.
On Monday night at 6 30 p m in Julian Bibb Jr s office the outgoing and incoming Jaycee board members will convene including the members whose status is quo.
Russell Humphrey says the Decatur Lions placed 30 weigh scales around town. Signs limit not to 25 cents, as machines will weigh from a penny to fifty cents. A bottom slot accepts donations to the Lions sight conservation program and charitable use fund.
Mrs Thomas J Hendrix, president of the newly formed Decatur Service League, reports over 470 hours donated to community efforts through May. The group aids Morgan Health Department cancer control, Red Cross, Welfare Department, and Girl Scouts, and plans summer transport for first graders to a dental clinic, plus $100 for Girl Scout camp expenses. A thrift shop project awaits a usable location.
Miss Vivien Fleming hosted friends at her Canal Street home for a Wednesday morning gathering. Christine Almon departs for Vanderbilt University in Nashville to attend commencement and dances. Mrs. Joseph H. Calvin announces the marriage of daughter Maria Evelyn to Joseph Almoth Woodson on June 4 at Grove Park Inn Asheville. Speake & Echols advertises store value today matching 1912 prices. Mr. and Mrs. Rufus Peerson invited to Princess Theatre at eight tonight.
Six Decatur members join delegates from across the state for the Disabled American Veterans annual convention in Huntsville. Harold Smith, Paul Thompson, Cliff Odum, Percy Singleton, and Melvin Owens will attend, with one position still to be filled. The local group shifts meeting time to 8:30 p.m. for night school veterans. next gathering June 16.
Harold Smith states that DAV members aim to have a World War II memorial monument in place by the Fourth of July. The monument has been ordered and assurances for its arrival have been given.
Bill Freeman will lead the VFW bantam football squads with equipment ordered and partial schedules set against Arab Huntsville and Birmingham teams. Final plans for the midget gridiron parade will be announced next month per Commander JoJe Morrison.
Decatur American Legion plans a June 13 ballot to elect new officers. They will succeed Commander Jimmy Williams and first vice commander Jim Bloodworth, second vice commander Bill Hines, adjutant T. D. Brooks, and sergeant-at-arms Garvis Ford.
New Rotarians are Jack Mc Laughlin and I B Schmidt. Mrs Anna Blackwell says the Business and Professional Women's club will meet monthly in June July and August. The next meeting will be announced. Wilson Morgan, Civitan president, appoints committees ready for announcement by June 15. Lions election day is June 14 with two slates and floor nominations.
Bill Frazier quotes Al Clemmons saying Southwestern football plans a stout year as the coach notes the squad lost only one backfield substitute. The interview highlights returning matériel and optimism for the club’s prospects this season.
Thursday afternoon members from Civitans Kiwanis Lions and Rotary convene for a large all club meeting at the Decatur Country Club. The clubs forego regular meetings for an outdoor event featuring a golf tournament other outdoor games and a picnic supper.
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