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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1951
Page
4
Mrs. Dorothy Long of Newark New Jersey learned her husband, a GI in Korea, was killed on June 7 after a letter hinted at danger then a missing casualty report and finally a telegram. Her hopes of a mistake were shattered by the official notice.
The piece critiques UN and Soviet rhetoric around Korea, noting Russia and China push for peace in public while threats and fighting persist. Jacob Malik and Peiping Daily are cited as parroting Kremlin lines, with Americans favoring direct speech. The tone suggests uncertainty about true peace or a prolonged war.
The piece notes farmers in Grenada Mississippi and residents in Newington New Hampshire opposing federal war development projects including a jet bomber base. It argues that federal investments swing with party power, citing Muscle Shoals as an example and warning that funding dries up when political control shifts.
An editorial notes that talk of the Civil War fades as national unity grows while recalling Medal of Honor winners from across states. It praises improving national spirit and unity beyond regional divides, urging living together under the United States banner.
Washington report notes a behind closed doors banking and currency committee debate on price controls. Key lawmakers weighed backing or opposing protections for housewives with Democrats Sparkman Douglas Benton Moody Fulbright initially for the housewife, while Maybank Frear Ives Robertson later shifted against or swayed to support, amid GOP disputes and local pressure.
Everett Dirksen of Illinois coordinates behind closed doors to wipe out wage and price controls, with Capehart Bricker and Schoeppel backing efforts to strike price controls and redefine rent increases. The maneuvers include a 61 percent Bricker rent formula and a move to extend allocation controls while letting price controls expire, aiming to disarm controls during a congressional recess.
Airlie B Davidson narrates how William Wrigley Jr. faced setbacks in chewing gum ventures. After earning $100000 and losing it to advertising, he persisted, applying lessons learned, investing again, and eventually restoring his business as advertising pressure eased. His resilient mindset framed the path to success.
In early debates Robertson of Virginia backed price controls while propping the bank and consumer groups. He later flipped causing a 6 to 6 tie after Frear abstained, denying housewives a rollback victory as Roosevelt and Baruch had urged action.
During the backstage debate Maybank said prices should be frozen to give business and agriculture certainty and spark production. Sparkman Moody push for consumers warned wage controls hinge on price movements and the prewar base cost of living. Moody said the economy is distorted by current policies.
Mrs Eunice Mae Pitner 37 died recently and funeral services were conducted Monday at Center Hill church by Rev Smith and Rev Walds. Interment followed at Center Hill cemetery with Moss Service of Hanceville in charge. Survived by two sisters Elisa Baker Center Hill and Leona Allen Birmingham.
Maudie Gaddy 62 died in Cullman hospital Sunday. Funeral held Tuesday at 4 PM from Garden City Baptist church with interment in Garden City cemetery. Survived by four sons Robert Garden City Cecil Romulus Mich Kenneth Oneonta and James Oak Ridge Tenn. four daughters Mrs John E Baker Oak Ridge Tenn Mrs Fortberry Louisville Ky Mrs Joseph W David New York Miss Sallie E Gaddy Garden City. 14 grandchildren. two brothers and one sister.
Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 P.M. for Thomas J. Bonner 97 who died June 24 at his home in Vinemont 2. The service took place at Hamby’s with burial to follow.
The quote contrasts voluntary measures to curb inflation with direct controls. It accuses Congress of approving profiteering while praising the public who supported price restraint and warns that patriotic actors may lose protection. The remarks target Dirksen and Capehart among others.
Southern Railway seeks an injunction to stop the Alabama Public Service Commission from fining the carrier for not operating four passenger trains. Circuit Judge Walter B. Jones heard the request and took it under advisement.
Funeral and interment at Fairview cemetery for a resident born March 12 1857 in Carrol County Georgia. Survived by widow Minnie Bonner five sons Joe Eddie Cliff Loy Seiburn daughters Ida Powe Mary Gingley Lucile Tilman Euell Kaygner three step daughters one stepson and other relatives.
Funeral services for Albert Lee Willingham age 58 who suffered a heart attack at home 1110 3rd St West will be held after hearing from his son Albert Jr serving in Korea Interment Mt Zion cemetery Mass Rev M A Patten to conduct Survived by widow Mamie Irene two sons Elvie L Birmingham and Albert J Korea two brothers Robert Otto Willingham and sister Nancy Ella Rice
George T. Taylor age 90 died at Trade Alabama on June 24. Funeral services were held at Livingston Chapel Tuesday at 1 PM with Rev Sim Calvert officiating. Survived by widow Maude V. Taylor six sons Dee Willie Jim H J Marvin Calvin and six daughters Dee Stricklin Lovie Harris Lessie Johnson Lona Campbell Bell Campbell Eula Calvert Eslie Williams.
Extensive studies in the United States and abroad confirm fluorine reduces cavities. In two similar cities, adding sodium fluoride to drinking water cut permanent teeth cavities from 21.3 to 14.8 per 100, a saving of 6.5 teeth per 100. Benefits were greatest among younger residents. routine fluoridation is suggested as safe.
The column blames Roosevelt era policy toward the Soviet Union and Stalin, arguing communists aided wartime efforts and sabotaged prep for war. It cites figures like Harry Bridges and Edward R. Stettinius, accuses U S leaders of appeasement, and praises MacArthur while condemning Roosevelt's handling of lend lease and aid to Russia.
Power industry leaders planned a call to Defense Mobilizer Charles E. Wilson to warn that unless more aluminum copper and steel are released there will be power shortages. An emergency session of the electric utilities defense advisory council concluded quotas of these metals are insufficient.
In Korea on June 26 Turkish forces slipped through Chinese lines and captured a machinegun crew. Sgt Mehmed Varma observed a lone prisoner with a bugle and ordered an alarm. Turkish squad rounded up 36 Reds as Chinese troops emerged from foxholes.
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