Religious Feature Reflects 1964 Ecumenical Spirit
A 1964 religious feature from the National Council of Churches explores ecumenical efforts and interfaith cooperation. It highlights church programs, community outreach, and the role of churches in social issues of the era.
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National Council of Churches
Alabama War Sentiment and Draft Card Protests Noted
The Orlando Sentinel notes that despite 103 Alabama deaths in Vietnam no draft card burnings or antiwar demonstrations are remembered in the state. It contrasts communism and Christianity, suggesting love versus hate as driving forces.
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Vietnam
Alabama
Stephen Decatur
Orlando
Fla
Sentinel
A Letter From Sen Sparkman on Rent Supplements
Senator Sparkman sets out arguments for the rent supplement program as a privately funded housing alternative. He notes eligibility restrictions, income limits in Birmingham and other Alabama towns, and compares costs and tax effects with public housing. He cites support from conservative private groups and outlines who qualifies for occupancy.
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Sen. Sparkman
FHA
Birmingham
Alabama
Senate
Rivers Absence Delays $18 Billion Military Bill
Washington reports Lt. Gen. Mendel Rivers, chair of the House Armed Services Committee, is hospitalized at Bethesda after a documented drinking episode. The committee and an $18 billion defense bill stalled as Rivers sobers up and staff steer meetings.
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Washington
House Armed Services Committee
House
Mendel Rivers
D-S.c
Rivers
Armed Services Committee
Bethesda Naval Hospital
Navy
South Carolina
Naval Ambulance
Mendel
Charleston
S.C
Edward Hebert
New Orleans
McNamara
Secretary of Defense
Congress
Pentagon
Defense Department
Capitol Hill
U.S
McNaon
Capilto Hill
God’s Love and Judgment in John 3 16
A student questions God’s love and damnation. The speaker cites John 3 16 and John 3 17 to argue that God sent His Son to save the world, not condemn it, and that belief determines condemnation while stressing God’s just nature.
Rhodesia Seeks Voice in U S Debate on Apartheid Tone
A Rhodesian prime minister's aide notes U.S. opposition to a Rhodesian cabinet minister touring the United States to present its case. The letter urges White House representations, while Rhodesia critics warn of apartheid risk and predict changes under pressure.
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Washington
U. S
Robert F. Kennedy
South Africa
Rhodesia
Thomas J. Anderson
Georgia Farmer
Atlanta
Salisbury
Mr. Anderson
United States
Ministry of External Affairs
Gebert
White House
Britain
Liberia
Ethiopia
Sen. Kennedy
United Nations
Security Council
Bobby Kennedy
Publishers Newspaper Syndicate
Hope and caution mark Viet Nam outlook across U S and allies
William S White argues that military and political gains in South Viet Nam temper doom talk about a Buddhist coup. He notes Buddhists gain influence, domestic primary elections favor anti communist stance, and international sentiment shifts toward restraint. He emphasizes ongoing divisions and the need for collective security.
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Washington
South Viet Nam
Nguyen
Cao Ky
U. S
Oregon
Wayne Morse
California
Decatur Then and Now Highlights From Local History
Fifty years ago Pete Bal las restaurant owner helped provide barbecue for a Fourth of July picnic at Oakland Park while Rev R F Stuckey led a tent meeting on Jackson Street The civic committee discussed a flagpole at the Morgan County courthouse ten years ago a Bell company lot was bought for a dial equipment building and the school system began a gas heating upgrade In 1964 about 604000 Americans aged 14 to 24 left high school before completion
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Tever
Oakland Park
R. F. Stuckey
First Baptist Church
Jackson St
Chamber of Commerce
Morgan County
Southern Bell Telephone and Telegraph Co
Grant St
City Board of Education
Moulton Votes Buy Burroughs Machine and Traffic Light
The city council approved spending 4700 dollars for a Burroughs bookkeeping and billing machine, subject to Water and Gas Board approval. The session also approved installing a traffic light at the end of Will Street.
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Water & Gas Board
Will St
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