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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1955
Page
12
The report notes more babies born in Illinois last year than any prior period with statistics kept. It adds debate over school funding for buildings continues among educators while farmers hope for a good harvest amid favorable rainfall and mid June dry spell.
The piece suggests former Attorney General Si Garrett may return to Alabama to face murder charges in the Phenix City case. It notes his mental treatment in Galveston and argues he could regain prestige by telling the full story, accepting any penalty, and serving the state.
The letter criticizes Congressman Halleck for predicting Republican support for Dixon-Yates transmission funding and accuses New England Democrats of backing the administration. It argues no New England industry moves to TVA regions seeking lower power or labor costs and cites industry migrating toward southern markets for broader reasons. The critic disputes Halleck’s motives and calls for proof of any moving plant.
The Alabama Senate approved increasing daily TB patient support from $2.50 to $6, passing without debate or dissent. The measure moves to the House, with advocates insisting the state must assume full responsibility to fund treatment and enable a statewide battle against tuberculosis.
Washington column notes Russell Long sits on the Interior Committee as eight Democrats and seven Republicans align for or against public power. Long withholds support for government operation, risking a pivotal dam project on the Snake River feeding Oregon, Idaho, and Washington.
Living Today by Arlie Davidson urges perseverance through hardship and discouragement. It cites Jack Dempsey as an example of courage and self belief, warning against rash changes and encouraging steadfast effort and goodwill.
Latin American ambassadors to the United States gather in Indianapolis for a gala tour arranged by Senator Capehart. Four private railroad cars transport the envoys with nine Chevrolet convertibles sightseeing the speedway as Gov. George Craig aids the reception in a bid to bolster Pan American unity and friendship.
The piece notes friction between Paul Butler and Steve Mitchell over relations with Texas Shivercrats and a Len Small quip about Drew Pearson. It mentions U.S. military ties to Argentina and Peron's church tensions, Cardinal Spellman planning a visit, and Hubert Humphrey's vote on the Davis Bacon Act tied to highway financing.
Jonathan Daniels of the Raleigh News and Observer bought the Raleigh Times amid a bidding letter saga from former Truman assistant Jim Barnes. The exchange centers on a proposed deal to foist ownership.
Mrs M Y Brooks and family visits noted with Arab shopping and Bes semer trips. Mr and Mrs C C Slater and daughters visit Harold Brooks. Mr and Mrs J W Tucker of Detroit visit A B Tucker Sr. Alvie Raymond Davidson visits Guntersville family. Bob Brooks of Detroit visiting Homer-Howard Bowling.
Walter Reuther emerged from Detroit’s clash with a $25 million strike fund intact, signaling a broader wage war. He plans to back a wider campaign across the auto field and support CIO unions, leveraging funds to pressure Ford, General Motors, and smaller firms.
A fragment notes that a fire was started with gasoline by individuals associated with de Burns, with reference to events that occurred last week. The readable text is fragmentary and lacks full context or attribution.
The Senate Rules Committee voted 5-3 along party lines on tighter curbs on election campaign spending. Chairman Green said the vote was at a closed-door meeting and refused to disclose individual votes. Sen Barrett said the vote was strictly party lines with Republicans outvoted by Democrats with proxies.
The Senate confirmed President Eisenhower’s nominee John D. Hollister as administrator of the International Cooperation Administration. Hollister, a Cincinnati lawyer and former law partner of the late Sen. Robert A. Taft, will lead ICA, which will take over the foreign economic aid program after the Foreign Operations Administration ends operations June 30.
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