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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1955
Page
4
A columnist quips that if Davy Crockett fans could vote they would back Estes Kefauver for president, suggesting political momentum for the senator. The remark blends popular frontier iconography with mid-century political speculation.
The Decatur and surrounding Tennessee Valley communities join a nationwide call to support public school expansion and TVA. A Nashville rally by Citizens for TVA, Inc. invites residents from Alabama’s Decatur Huntsville and Tri Cities to press Congress for renewed commitment to the project.
Southern states study compliance with the Go Slow But Go order on integration. Alabama committees seek constitutional answers to the Supreme Court interpretation while Virginia's plan is used as a model. Authors argue for equal facilities for white and Black students as the practical solution, noting most prefer segregated schools if facilities are adequate.
Alabama lawmakers hear strong push from the Alabama Tuberculosis Association for full state financial responsibility to treat tuberculosis. Gov Folsom supports action as senators consider funding up to six dollars per patient per day and county cost sharing.
Drew Pearson reviews six months of the 48th Congress finding delays in key aims. School bill blocked by Graham Barden and party infighting. monopoly probe hindered by Senate selections. minimum wage stalled in the House. tax cuts defeated after Eisenhower and conservative Democrats opposed. Dixon-Yates capstone issue fades amid administration pressure.
The piece notes broad cost objections and Republican opposition while Democrats gain control of Congress and push no security investigations. It cites Pulitzer winner Anthony Lewis and recalls Sen. Olin Johnston appointing Guy Gillette as counsel, arguing Democrats neglect key security probes as they approach adjournment.
A reflective piece on modern life stressing material pursuit versus collective welfare. It critiques self centered values and the erosion of communal concern while urging cooperation and shared responsibility beyond personal gain.
Dr Peale urges readers to slow down and rely on spiritual power when facing hardship. He recalls a governor who recovered by trusting in God, and notes a ship’s voyage through storms as a metaphor for aligning with divine timing to reduce tension and persevere.
Chester Bowles former governor and ambassador to India testifies before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee explaining why communism cannot take hold in India. He credits India's social growth to the people while a Vermont senator interrupts to emphasize protecting Vermont.
The wife of a Hollywood television executive said she came from Hollywood to Paris to find Christ after attending Billy Graham’s Paris rally with about 10 000 in attendance. Notables present included Sir Gladwyn Jebb and Wallace Haines with three countesses.
Reports describe a Paris visit by Billy Graham with four services reaching 33 000 people and 1 857 decisions for Christ. The article notes mixed local scenes and media portrayal, plus Graham's hopes for a longer engagement and a broader European tour.
The June exercise simulates an H-bomb attack on Washington with officials relocating to secret quarters while Congress and civil defense leaders clash over who should stay. Peterson warns that anyone remaining in the capital risks death in an attack, while Kilgore questions strategic housing and Congress resists changing position.
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