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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1948
Page
4
City leaders and civic clubs praise efforts to beautify Decatur and expand postwar enterprise. Editorial notes a lingering newsprint shortage and high prices for publishers, with the AAA potential action on highway planning and a hopeful tone for windfalls in regional development.
The article portrays President Truman as increasingly irate with Congress during his current tour. It notes his sharp blast at lawmakers and questions whether his anger stems from anticipated political defeat or waning crowds at his goodwill visit.
Roy Acuff is being considered as a Republican candidate for Tennessee governor by friends. He has not decided whether to run and worries about losing income from radio shows and appearances. He also owns a cave resort being prepared for summer tourism and could face costly commitments if he campaigns. The outcome could affect Alabama relations and the Strawberry Pickers may face strong competition.
Mrs. C. L. Stover of Decatur writes on the value of the word but in conversation. She argues the word can hurt or help and urges using praise or silence to avoid negative impressions. The piece concludes that speaking kindly would make the world a nicer place.
The Senate subcommittee approved a 4 million dollar TVA fund in the omnibus bill in a preliminary step. Senators McKellar Hill and Sparkman led the push, with full committee action and potential conference ahead. Supporters call it a promising start toward possible ultimate TVA approval.
Syndicated columnist Sy Drew Pearson notes strong pro Eisenhower signals from southern senators and White House allies while highlighting female appointments blocked by Republicans. He cites Truman labor absence on tour and mixes opinion on Russia peace outreach with reader letters and credit for wartime efforts.
New York report traces Henry Wallace efforts to protect Roerich the mystic guru amid accusations of espionage and political manipulation. It details State and Agriculture Department actions to gather press items, Horch’s role, and ties to Roerich’s Siberian schemes.
Four defendants are set for trial in Birmingham on charges of violating segregation laws at a meeting of the Southern Negro Youth Congress. The May 1 arrests included James Dombrowski of New Orleans Doris Lenk of New York Edward Forrey of Mobile and Rev Claude Herbert Oliver of Birmingham. All were released on 300 bond each.
In Washington, June 11, tension rises as the Republican controlled House’s appropriations panel led by Rp. John Taber trims over a billion from the Marshall plan’s first year. Secretary Marshall warns the cut weakens Europe aid. top GOP figures and press oppose the cut and urge restoration. The Senate likely to follow the House toward a final decision.
Chastain and Company announces completion of work on the addition to Decatur General Hospital in Morgan County Alabama and invites all labor and material claimants to present their claims for payment. Probate Court notices state that Julian Lee Bibb Jr is handlingEstate of Susan Foster Robinson. creditors must file claims within the legal limit or be barred.
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