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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1961
Page
4
A bold vow declares that Germans will not yield to Soviet pressure in Berlin, insisting that U S and Allied forces can still fight effectively. The statement frames resistance as a test of resolve and capability.
Pryor Field airport now averages ten passengers daily, doubling the five per day rule for service. The Decatur area aims to expand to a six foot tall facility, with plans for a new terminal building and an East-West runway to begin this year. Use Southern Airways when possible as they advertise solid connections.
The piece criticizes Treasury Secretary Douglas Dillon for predicting a coming economic boom and potential tax cuts. It argues improvement is likely next year but urges delaying tax reductions until the national debt is addressed and supports a broader overhaul of the tax system by the federal administration.
Dr Werner von Braun urged Alabama lawmakers to provide 3 million dollars for the University Center and the infant Research Institute to build buildings and equipment. He argued the state must create an educational and research climate to attract industry and enrich the state financially and culturally. He called for swift approval and unanimous support from both legislature and people.
The piece highlights Senator Mansfield’s service speech on Berlin proposing a joint East West Berlin free city under international guardianship as a potential path. It notes critics labeling him an appeaser and recalls Eisenhower era efforts to ease tensions, including Geneva proposals and Camp David talks, seeking a peaceful route without surrendering West Berlin independence.
ARLIE B DAVIDSON urges adapting to changes as time and circumstances alter life. When effort fails or a close friendship ends, persevere. Rebuild homes, forge new goals, and seek new friends to regain meaning and continue pursuing purpose.
A Kennedy era tug of war over federal aid to education plays out in White House cloakrooms and Congress. Cardinal Spellman backs aid to Catholic schools teaching math science and languages, while Protestant leaders and lawmakers grapple with constitutional questions and political deadlines. Senate action divides the bill into public aid now and Catholic school loans later, but House leadership blocks progress amid interparty feuding and European travel by lawmakers.
The U S Department of Agriculture announces marketing quota penalties for the 1961 upland and extra long staple cotton. Upland penalty is 19.5 cents per pound, extra long staple 40.9 cents per pound.
The independent Commission on Money and Credit reports debt mostly from wars and notes debt relative to total borrowing has shrunk since 1946. It says interest payments are not a major burden, while debt can spread policy effects and may be a boon, not a burden, for future generations.
New York AP reports a one day return to docks but the nationwide maritime strike worsens with at least 150 ships immobilized across East West and Gulf ports. Oil producers seek Taft Hartley cooling off order while ILA opposition grows to waterfront policing powers.
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