NBC recording fault sparks hush money and tax dodge questions
The piece reports NBC executive Frank McCall’s Washington trip to discuss the armed forces TV show led to his conversation being secretly recorded. It covers tax evasion by members of Congress using fake exemptions, and a Senate probe into General Donovan and the Amerasia case, portraying Democratic and Republican tensions and alleged misconduct.
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As Pegler Sees It on Kefauver Probe and Underworld Ties
The column questions the Kefauver committee approach to alleged gamblers and racketeers while contrasting it with sympathy for traitors in government. It recalls Barney Ruditsky’s testimony on Flamingo connections, naming Siegel, Lansky, Costello, and other figures, and argues the underworld operates through a few dominant bosses across the East and South.
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Debt-graze on a golf course echoes old loans
A columnist recalls a stranger at the Army Navy Country Club who repaid a $2 debt from 1940, sparking memories of loaning and borrowing money among old colleagues. He riffs on the social sting and awkwardness of repayment and the reputations tied to such touches.
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Not Yet Through Decatur Census Posts Over 20 000
The preliminary Decatur census count nears the 20 000 figure as residents inside the corporate limits and several thousand nearby remain to be counted under old census rules. Authorities hope to locate unenumerated residents to push the total past 20 000.
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Decatur
Like An Open Book Credit Record The Daily
The Credit Bureau of Decatur notes that a credit record is like an open book and reinforces the need to meet all payments on time. Poor payment history can hinder future credit when it is most needed.
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Non Voters Urged to Vote as McLaughlin Warns
Editor and Publisher notes Akron survey showing many citizens not registered or voting and argues non voters decide local elections. The piece cites doctors and Chamber of Commerce members with high nonparticipation and urges responsibility at the grassroots level.
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Teachers the backbone of our nations schools
ARLIE B DAVIDSON honors the nation s one million teachers as the backbone of education from kindergarten to university. She notes their hard work, the public’s high expectations, and the aim to prepare students for responsible citizenship and vocational competence.
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Miss Hill to Receive Nurse Diploma at Central Baptist Church
Two years ago today Miss Mattie Bell Hill completes three years of nurse training at Benevolent hospital and will receive her diploma and pill at special services at Central Baptist church Alabama Street. A West of Ninth Avenue delegation asks council to install several lights in that neighborhood. Jeser Misses Elizabeth and Iris Maury of Nashville visit Gordon Drive hosts Mr and Mrs R L Maury. Curb Service at Decatur Drug Co offers 365 day service from 7 A M to 11 P M. The Warrens Of Virginia a Civil War film starring Robert E Lee and U S Grant screens today.
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Iris Maury
Nashville
Mrs. R. L. Maury
Gordon Drive
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