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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1957
Page
4
A regional official pledges confidence in Alabama river projects as inland docks facilities are planned to boost navigation and commerce. The statement signals commitment to improving waterways and related infrastructure.
Tabulated results show 39 percent of cars and 45 percent of trucks failed safety checks. The data indicates a higher defect rate among trucks at the inspection site.
House Conservation Committee quickly pigeonholed legislation to place Alabama on daylight saving time during summer. Huntsville stands alone in the state on daylight saving time due to strong support from arsenal employees for fast time.
Major Tom Allen, president of the Memphis Light Gas and Water Commission, says the utility faces another gas price increase from Texas Gas Transmission. He vows to fight it all the way as cities in the Tennessee Valley and North Alabama confront repeated FPC-approved hikes, hoping one day to win.
A Montgomery meeting of 250 city officials urges the Alabama Legislature to grant broader annexation and revenue powers. They seek authority to charge more for services outside city limits, operate off street parking, and issue bonds, with calls for tax changes, license tweaks, and local option votes to aid growing populations.
In Washington column, Drew Pearson notes presidents often meet with lawmakers, except Roosevelt and Truman. Eisenhower declined requests from eight southern Senators over Eastern Airlines discrimination and seven Senate members over Hell's Canyon, leading to an explanation from White House aides and a pointed remark by Senator Neuberger about access and national resources.
The report highlights a feud between Gen. Nathan Twining and Gen. James Gavin over guided missiles at Fort Myer Virginia. Included are jokes about Gen. White’s light bulb dispute and a budget intervention by Secretary Dulles restoring funds after nightly calls to Rep. Rooney.
Arlie B Davidson urges readers to use laughter to combat modern anxiety and social pressure. He cites Lincoln Beecher and Sir Walter Scott, stressing that joy should stay central to life despite cares and demands. Children should grow up with cheerfulness to lift others.
Scientists are developing an anti radar fluid to spread on the sea surface. The substance would reflect radar rays, creating a misleading picture for enemy reconnaissance aircraft.
The piece argues foreign aid is growing unpopular due to wasted funds and unclear results. It mocks aid projects like a $128000 cow barn in Lebanon and questions American farmers' ability to fund such ventures, urging smarter planning and accountability.
Victor Riesel reports veteran communist Earl Browder disputes Khrushchev’s forecast of a socialist United States. Browder argues Marxist theories misread capitalism’s development and questions the Kremlin’s dogma. The piece notes Mao’s challenge to Soviet leadership and mentions foreign aid and American attitudes toward globalization.
Pittsburgh Republican James G. Fulton says Yugoslavs show economic and religious openness under Tito as Hungary prompts anti Soviet sentiment. He notes stores full of radios and appliances and reveals U S influence is strong despite his anti Tito stance. He entered Belgrade as a tourist after visa denial.
UN Secretary General Dag Hammarskjold urges Egypt to build a barbed wire barrier with Israel though Israel resists any permanent boundary. The border issue fuels raids and tensions as diplomats note Israeli concerns over encroachment and security. Dominican diplomats in the United States pressure Dominicans to sign a campaign praising dictator Trujillo amid threats to families.
In a 1957 report by The Bell Syndicate authorities arranged transport for Galindez' body from New York. The item notes a formal transfer and funeral arrangements following the death.
Four Falkville High School Future Homemakers will attend the Alabama Association Future Homemakers of America convention at Montevallo June 5 to 7. Delegates include Sarah Morris, Martha Garner, Imodene Wilhite and Gayle Holmes under advisor Mrs. Lucille Sherard.
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