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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1961
Page
4
Construction firms unions and manufacturers agreed with Secretary Goldberg on a no strike no lockout pledge for missile and space programs. The editorial urges broader use of such agreements across industries to protect national goals and avoid work stoppages.
The Decatur dedication of Chemstrand's Technical Center sparks praise for local industry and continued growth. Edward A. O Neal Jr notes Decatur as the starting place of Chemstrand's worldwide operations and urges investment in education to meet rapid technological change and keep the United States competitive.
Washington gossip centers on Justice Hugo L. Black possibly retiring and being succeeded by Senator Estes Kefauver. Kefauver denies talks. both are Southerners and friends, with implications tied to President Kennedy and potential cabinet picks.
Arlie B. Davidson argues a high self estimate boosts effort, persistence, and initiative. It steady shows worth, though not all achieve top fame, while low self regard stifles spirit and action.
Oregon Senator Maurine Neuberger presses compulsory exhaust controls, citing health and economic costs from auto emissions. She backs a bill banning interstate shipment of cars without controls after voluntary industry adoption, with California already mandating devices.
Health Capsules by Michael A Petit M D warns cold cuts salads and desserts like custard fillings meringues and baked dishes can cause food poisoning if not eaten soon after preparation. It stresses adequate refrigeration to prevent illness.
In Rabat fifty thousand civil servants face penalties for an announced Monday strike. The state radio warned pickets will be arrested and jailed six months to three years under a 1958 law. The Moroccan Labor Federation demands a 33 percent wage rise. salaries have stood since 1956.
Indonesian President Sukarno arrived in Rome on Saturday, continuing a four day private trip after departing Belgrade. The visit follows prior engagements and includes meetings with Italian leaders during the weekend.
The story follows Bill Jones once a top vice president of a city bank who fell to alcoholism and rehabilitation. He rebuilds his life by faith, relocates to a smaller town, earns trust and key accounts, and returns as executive vice president in his home city. The piece frames this as proof that with God, the impossible becomes possible and highlights Peale’s comeback message.
E. P. Childs of Decatur was the low bidder at 35500 for a four class addition to Crestline Elementary School in Hartselle. Morgan County Board of Education met Friday night to award the project amid rising enrollment and prior overcrowding.
James Earl Hill a 16 year old from Montgomery Alabama died after losing control on the San Francisco Oakland Bay Bridge his car struck a curb rolled over and caught fire. Officials say he had just been discharged two days earlier from Alameda Naval Air Station as a minor. A letter found in the wreckage showed he planned to buy a diamond ring for his mother as a Christmas surprise.
Tokyo AP report says Japanese industry faces fierce hiring of college graduates. Firms agree not to publicly lure students before July 1 each year to ease competition and protect campus recruitment.
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