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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1962
Page
4
In California Democrats outnumber Republicans by a 3 to 2 margin. If Richard Nixon wins the California governorship, Republicans will have reason to take heart nationally.
The Tennessee legislature rushes a reapportionment plan that fails to meet constitutional representation standards, suggesting lawmakers could have left the issue to federal judges.
The report notes no prorated cuts for Alabama schools this year but urges Morgan County to seek more funding locally, stating funds will not come from other sources. Local officials emphasize the need for additional money to support county operations and student programs despite the good news.
The Journal of American Insurance notes Saudi law punishes fault in non fatal crashes with a one year prison term and lifelong driving ban. If a driver causes a fatal mishap and survives, he faces beheading.
Recognition for long serving Alabama Lt Gov Albert Boutwell may lead to naming a stretch of Highway 79 from Scottsboro to Birmingham the Albert Boutwell Highway by legislative resolution already passed. Supporters praise his lengthy legislative career and public service despite health-related withdrawal from a governorship race.
Hollywood figure Mickey Rooney files voluntary bankruptcy listing debts of 484914 and assets of 500 in household goods. The piece notes the contrast between Rooney's fame and financial troubles and questions the impact on a potential comeback while acknowledging the public relations damage.
Scott Carpenter tells Boulder High graduates that horizons are limited only by vision. The new astronaut says the world is rich with promise and opportunities await those who pursue them, not those who wait for luck or money. Success depends on mindset, not wealth.
Washington calling warns that exaggerated claims by ultra conservatives and ultra liberals could spark a self-induced recession by eroding public confidence in the American economy. The piece argues extremism from both sides inflames politics and risks shifting votes, urging caution as fall elections approach.
DREW PEARSON reports business leaders, after meetings with President Kennedy, feel he is on the run from them as tax cuts, corporate rates, and Medicare concessions reshape leverage. They note Kennedy’s moves on dividend taxes, drug bills, antitrust pace, and a major AT&T communications capsule contract seen as a White House favor. Inner workings show industry gains, including NASA ties, amid the Kennedy administration’s broader policy shifts.
Washington AP The House backed President Kennedy by 211 to 192 to hold a $308 billion debt limit while defeating a GOP bid for $306 billion. Byrd opposes the larger figure, signaling further Senate trouble and a probable compromise near $306 billion. Kennedy warned failure to raise could strain the economy. आरोप
Living Today by Arlie B Davidson urges self examination and rejection of stubborn faults that hinder progress. It warns that a few ultra conservatives can misrepresent business and conservatism and calls responsible leaders to focus on the U S economy rather than partisan fights.
Sylvia Porter analyzes a long run of postwar cycles, showing profit margins predict peaks and troughs with leads of months. The study by Geoffrey H Moore of the NBER links margin changes to unit costs, noting margins narrowed recently and may stay tight ahead of a downturn.
AP Special Correspondent William L. Ryan reports from the Soviet Union on a ceremonial bell ringing event tied to state celebrations. The ceremony highlighted national unity, cultural symbolism, and the state apparatus behind the spectacle.
The Laos accord creates a three way power balance among pro Western General Phoumi, neutralist Prince Souvanna, and pro Communist Prince Souphanouvong. It may push U S advisers out and end military aid while Pathet Lao and allies press for a quick U S pullout and stronger Communist influence in Vientiane.
U S District Court Judge Seybourn H Lynne made permanent a temporary injunction that blocked Birmingham city efforts to close an integrated Greyhound bus station cafeteria. The injunction followed an Interstate Commerce Commission order in November demanding end to segregation in dining facilities. Ralph Sizemore, manager, faced multiple arrests under a city anti integration ordinance, but a restraining order and later license reversal kept the cafeteria open. A separate note states U S passports are valid for two years.
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