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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 13, 1960

Page

4

Traffic Flow On West Side Highway Aims To Ease Decatur Burden

Auto-Lite and Decatur officials welcome Sam Engelhardt who discusses an overpass from West Decatur into Central Decatur and a road linking U S 31 South with U S 12 A. State plans involve Atlanta regional review and possible year start. traffic arteries must expand as industry grows.

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Rockefeller Pressure: Press Takes Rockefeller Seriously

The editorial argues the press treats Gov. Nelson Rockefeller as a serious GOP contender. It notes Rockefeller challenges Nixon’s front-runner status by urging public positions on issues before the convention and critiques missile and defense policy amid the Chicago meeting prospects.

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Washington Calling Slick Slogans Won’t Do This Election

The piece contrasts 1940 and 1960 political dynamics, noting Rockefeller’s bid stirs GOP divisions and prompts questions about party unity. It compares Willkie’s era with current aims, arguing plain talk beats polished slogans and examining the role of leadership and Democratic power.

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Rockefeller Hurdles to GOP Nomination Highlighted

Drew Pearson outlines two main obstacles for Nelson Rockefeller as he seeks the Republican presidential nomination. First, Eisenhower’s health and Nixon’s vice presidency create political risk for bosses. second, Rockefeller’s liberalism amid a conservative GOP. The piece notes Democratic quotes about lagging defense and hints that GOP leaders fear losing with Rockefeller.

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Desires and Daily Purpose Amid 1960 Presidential Clash

A column blends self improvement prompts with a political analysis of the 1960 race. It contrasts Democratic division with Republican strategy around Nixon and Eisenhower, noting Rockefeller’s push for a debate and the broader clash over the presidency. The piece hints at a candidate’s courage to pursue the office amid party tensions.

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Horoscope Says Tomorrow Brings Progress For Birthday Sign

Tomorrow promises notable progress toward meaningful goals for those whose birthday falls today. Readers should focus on steady steps and positive momentum as the year unfolds.

Planned obsolescence itself may become obsolete in the U S

Sylvia Porter reports rising consumer and manufacturer pushback against annual model changes. Industry leaders like J Gordon Lippincott discuss the Volks wagen appeal of simplicity while George Romney notes progress on eliminating yearly model changes at Kelvinator. The piece frames growing revolt against planned obsolescence and hints of a shift in U S production and marketing strategies.

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Transfers Listed In Daily Records From Cullman Area

Wesley Maurice Bentley of Vinemont transfers to Linda Ellen Neel Vinemont. Charles Edward Campbell of Cullman transfers to Eloise Wallace Cullman. Tommie Benjamin Morgan of Annheim Cal to Audrey Crider Cullman. Nolan Lee Harbison Crane Hill to Ruth Linda Burrow Crane Hill. Paul Edward Motzkus Cullman 5 to Mary Ruth Gosa Hanceville 1. Walter Burnett Garden City to Edith Bondle Nails Vinemont 2. Darrell Loyd Dobbs Falkville 1 to Anna Lee Kellum Vinemont Armon Davis Hapeville Ga to Mary Lou Hammond Hapeville Ga. John Kenneth Walker Cullman to Melba Jean McKissack Cullman.

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1960 Letter Carrier Pay Dropped vs 1928 Resignations

The note compares postal worker pay in 1960 with the number of letter carriers who resigned across all 48 states in 1928, highlighting lower wages as a factor in the resignations trend.

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