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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 19, 1957

Page

9

Soil Bank underfire as it fails to reduce surpluses

The piece argues the Soil Bank mainly benefits large farmers while failing to cut crop surpluses. It urges a fundamental overhaul of farm policy, warns against abrupt government withdrawal, and criticizes Congress for passing costly measures that do little to lower surplus production.

Soil Bank Congress White House Sec. Benson U. S. Department of Agriculture Treasury

Georgia Speed Traps Prompt State Action Call

Georgia Governor Griffin hints at placing warning signs for known speed traps amid clashes between local enforcement and state law. The Atlanta Constitution condemns unfair tactics while urging uniform traffic laws and courts to curb overzealous local fees and varied penalties.

Georgia Griffin Atlanta Constitution Florida General Assembly

Russia gains edge in disarmament talks amid US bickering

Drew Pearson notes the Soviet Union moved to seize a larger share of the disarmament plan while the United States argued over Harold Stassen and Germany versus peace with Russia. He argues the domestic political fights allowed Russia to claim credit for proposing a ban on H-bomb tests, while the US conducted it secretly.

Washington Russia U.S United States Harold Stassen Dulles Germany New York Adenauer Stassen

Stassen the Negotiator in Disarmament Talks

Inside view of Harold Stassen as a capable negotiator who can endure long sessions and stay optimistic. Despite respect from diplomats, he faces leaks at home aimed at undermining him. Analysts warn that Nixon era politics threaten disarmament progress and Stassen’s presidential prospects in 1960.

Stassen Harold Stassen John Foster Dulles Nixon

Stassen Reprimanded Over Talking Paper to Russians

Stassen was pulled back from London after Western Allies charged he bypassed consultative channels in delivering a talking paper to the Russians. He had given the same document to the French, British, and Germans, but the Allies demanded talks only among Western powers.

Stassen London U.S.A U.S.S.R Dulles Washington

Employers and workers a united production force

Employers are important people to workers in many occupations. Production depends on these workers and their happiness and well being rely on how employers relate to them. Tips include assigning workers definite roles and showing personal interest in their welfare and merit.

Escet Bask Seaiananes

Tax protest and Treasury cash deposits debate in U S

A discussion outlines tax policy disputes and the rise of cash deposits to Swiss numbered accounts. It notes Stassen’s London talks on disarmament and the U S response, while revealing Treasury concerns about large cash deposits and possible anonymity in banking. The piece ends noting varied views on income tax enforcement and civil liberties.

Fred C. Scribner, Jr Treasury United States al Capone Internal Revenue Department Rusher Internal Revenue Scribner

Political Crisis In Italy Worsens As Leader Fails

Rome Italy's Senate President Cesare Merzagora announced he could not form a government after President Giovanni Gronchi asked him to explore coalition options. Gronchi now must seek another leader to attempt to end Italy's 45 day political crisis.

Rome Italy Senate Cesare Merzagora Giovanni Gronchi Merzagora Gronchi

Reuther Prepares for Industrial War as Auto Makers Brace

Walter Reuther meets in Washington with AFL CIO leaders to map leisure time plans and potential strikes against Ford Chrysler GM amid a looming four day work week. He structures a Special Projects unit with Nat Weinberg and Frank Winn to gather and shape public response.

Industrial Union Department Walter Reuther IUD Walter Auto Company Washington Mayflower Industrial Union Dept Afl-Cio Reuther Billy Martin Kansas City Ford Motor Co General Motors Walter R Chrysler Corp Ford FBI John Bugas Detroit Office of War Special Projects Nat Weinberg Texas Frank Winn Guy Nunn Ken Fiester Textile Workers Union the Hall Syndicate, Inc

High Court Lets Stand Louisiana School Desegregation Plan Ruling

The Supreme Court refused to review a U S Circuit Court of New Orleans decision striking down Louisiana pupil assignment laws from 1954. It held state provisions for racial segregation in schools invalid under the 14th Amendment and found no standards guiding parish superintendents, prompting the Orleans Parish school board appeal.

Washington Supreme Court Louisiana U. S. Circuit Court New Orleans Orleans Parish Circuit Court School Board

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