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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1958
Page
4
The article argues that faith and trust by nations are needed before disarmament, but questions how such faith can be placed in a Communist. It frames distrust of Communist motives and calls for clear assurances or alternative safeguards.
An unsigned letter asks Decatur residents to identify themselves and provide qualifications. It notes summer jobs are scarce and offers to help by sharing information and connecting applicants with opportunities. The writer invites contact to discuss possible employment assistance.
The Hart selle Enquirer endorses Rep. Bob Gilchrist for Speaker in Patterson Administration. Publisher Jack Hoffhaus cites Gilchrist’s broad constituent respect and two terms as representative. Patterson, from South Alabama, nominated by northern voters for governor. Gilchrist seen as a harmonious, wise choice.
An editorial discusses Sen Sherman Adams and the ethics of accepting favors from a longtime friend. It argues a dividing line exists between legitimate constituent help and improper entertainment funded by a friend, urging balanced scrutiny without public scorn. It notes politicians like Williams Hill Sparkman and Jones face campaign costs and requests to assist constituents, asserting Adams’ long-standing relationship and his denial of improper payment should be weighed.
Victor Riesel reports that labor and business leaders asked the Senate racketeering committee for FBI protection amid subpoenas in the Hotel and Restaurant Workers Union probe. The McClellan Committee has scrutinized the union’s national HQ in Cincinnati, revealing fearsome tactics and a pattern of intimidation across multiple cities.
Arlie B Davidson argues happiness comes from thinking attitudes and daily life quality. He cites Dr Henry C Link on personality as habits serving others and notes sociological findings favor children at home and fulfilling parental responsibilities for lasting happiness. Emphasizes service to others and echoes sayings of Christian paradox and Emerson on happiness.
Washington reports unrefuted evidence that Sherman Adams received $2000 in free hotel hospitality at the Copley Plaza in Boston and arranged meetings for Bernard Goldfine. The FTC probe's handling and Adams’s interventions are outlined, plus Meany’s push for full public disclosure of union finances and broader political fallout.
Morgan County Chapter of the Alabama Vocational Association met at Tennessee Valley State Vocational Trade School. It was announced that Decatur High School vocational teachers were present and discussed work study and training plans.
A department store glove incident shows a calm clerk turning hostility into harmony by blessing the customer and viewing her as a child of God. The piece argues inner peace at the center enables us to handle criticism without reacting, restraining hostility and fostering forbearance.
The Louisville and Nashville Railroad proposes closing its Falkville station agent and the Railway Express office citing declining passenger and freight business. Public Service Commission hearing set for June 25 with a decision pending. If approved the agency will close by month end and trains will still stop as a flag stop with conductors selling tickets.
H. M. Betterton AVA program chairman outlined yearly plans and legislative topics for vocational work. Carlton Kelley Trade School director led the group through several shop areas during the visit.
Funeral services for Walter C. Wooten of Montgomery a former Decatur resident are to be held today at Ussery Funeral Home Burial is to be in Mt Zion cemetery in Alexandria Ala He died in a Tuscaloosa hospital after an extended illness He is survived by his widow Edna M Wooten a son Walter Lee Wooten a daughter Edna Wooten Johnson a grandson Michael one sister Mrs Emma Clements one brother W H Wooten and a number of nieces and nephews
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