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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1960
Page
4
Mark Twain notes a boy’s view of his father changing with age. The text observes 1960 census losses in large cities as people moving to suburbs, not actual population declines, with cities spreading outward.
The text argues TVA bonds are treated as free enterprise by Wall Street and notes bid awards to Westinghouse Electric for California manufactures and to I T E Circuit Breaker Co Philadelphia and others as evidence. It claims such awards have long occurred across states and suggests informing the United States Chamber of Commerce.
Marshall County authorities arrested the first person charged with reckless driving on the water. He faced a boat operation charge near swimmers and was released on a $300 bond. The piece urges stricter enforcement to prevent drownings and water accidents.
The Alabama delegation faces a choice between Lyndon Johnson and John Kennedy as the Democratic ticket for the upcoming convention in Los Angeles. The piece urges leaving delegation decisions to the Alabama delegates and trusts Judge Cliff Almon’s leadership, noting a Johnson Kennedy or Kennedy Johnson ticket could defeat the Republicans. It cautions against backing irrelevant candidates and emphasizes the delegation’s responsibility to decide.
A Washington columnist warns demagogues may seize a glittering fall presidential opportunity only to discover fool's gold. He argues both parties must offer responsible, constructive opposition while avoiding reckless attacks that undermine the nation during a dangerous hour.
This piece argues life’s value lies in motives, purposes, and outcomes rather than wealth or years. It warns against wrong paths and notes time offers a long view to judge life’s direction and total contribution, citing Nathan Schaeffer’s appraisal as a model for reflection.
Washington report notes lobbyists pressed a so called General Electric bill during mad dog days to let taxpayers funded patents pass to big business. Rep Overton Brooks backs the measure while Sen Russell Long vows to block the move and Democrats and Republicans temper comments.
The Star column predicts a pleasant day with family and friends. Caution advised on finances due to extravagance risk. two weeks may bring job improvement if year start progress continues. Watch budgeting in the afternoon and handle business tasks personally.
A summary of how to keep a merry heart and achieve happiness through habit. It cites Proverbs on a merry heart as a continual feast and shares anecdotes of choosing happiness, mind reconditioning, and daily routines like prayer, Bible verses, and gratitude to foster a positive outlook.
A daughter speaks to a lost father, noting sky blue eyes and an understanding heart she cannot replace. She acknowledges his influence in giving her birth and offers written words of love and gratitude as he lies buried, reflecting on absence and memory.
The piece notes Sen Dirksen of Illinois joined a powerful committee and saw potential, while Sen Carroll did little, insisting Democrats probe only Democrats. Magnussen appointed a 000 nine months earlier to fund the probe, contrasted with the Appropriations Subcommittee spending over 4 000 on a Spain junket.
A political row erupts as critics accuse the government of delaying a probe into immigration abuses led by Gen. J. M. Swing. The report alleges nepotism, use of a government plane for a political trip, and immigration jeeps used on hunting trips in Mexico amid calls for full inquiry.
A fragment notes rules at Engelburg Benedictine monastery in Switzerland barring women from access to the great library.
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