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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1952
Page
4
Coronet magazine article by Norman Carlisle argues the South is spurting economically while the North has already arrived. It notes Northern cities count more industrial workers than two Southern states combined, but credits Southern communities for awareness and effort toward advancement.
The text predicts claims of sweeping first ballot victories by Taft and Eisenhower as election nears. It notes seasoned advisers shaping public message and expects both camps to declare total wins while a Democrat with the machinery approaches. The piece frames the campaign as a difficult road to the presidency.
Frank Hulse, president of Southern Airways, urges renewal of feeder service authority and cites rapid southern airport growth. He notes Pryor Field in Decatur could attract service with local and federal funding, while Atlanta Birmingham Nashville and Memphis airports show regional momentum.
Col Jack Arvey, Chicago Democratic boss, reportedly says Governor Stevenson has consented to run and will be a candidate with presidential backing. The move would align Stevenson with President Truman and major bosses in Boston and Pittsburgh, though Stevenson fears the stigma of big city machine nomination.
The piece analyzes Democratic prospects with Kefauver and Stevenson amid Truman friction. It notes Kefauver’s independence from Truman, Stevenson's need to oppose pro Truman forces, and Senator Long's tide lands oil interests and offshore royalty controversy to Louisiana. Byrd reshapes military spending while Long faces funding cuts for his state.
A glass panel above the presidential bathtub bears a carved message praising a president who serves the people truthfully. The workman, a Democrat and Truman admirer, left the inscription during remodeling, noting Truman does not yet know of it.
Senator Russell Long of Louisiana and Senator Harry Byrd of Virginia broker a tidelands oil accord in the Senate. The agreement would cut one billion dollars from the military construction program.
Living Today author Arlie Davidson urges readers to avoid self pity as it alienates others and dulls humor. She promotes hope optimism and a positive outlook to gain friendship and improve health and happiness.
Senator McKellar of Tennessee urges a summer session starting August 4 to advance appropriation bills he delays to shape his re election campaign. Critics say the move exploits his seniority chairmanship and could force Congress back after conventions.
General Mark Clark cabled Washington that Field Marshal Alexander opposes giving Britain a larger role in Korea. Alexander, at Churchill's direction, visited Korea to press for a change in the U N high command but Clark reports he favors no change and warns Lovett that it could aid Communists. Alexander will tell Churchill Britain should not disrupt the American-led effort.
A beautiful American heiress married to a high Ecuadorean army officer was shot dead in Quito. The incident has sparked public indignation as details suggest interference by American Ambassador Paul Daniels.
The column argues Eisenhower supporters are hypersensitive, contrasts Truman Taft and Eisenhower, and condemns Truman for personal attacks. It notes Maisie Mittman’s death in Quito and a lack of police investigation, with officials claiming suicide despite conflicting evidence.
Denver columnist Hal Boyle interviews a nearly 14 year old girl named June Badger about teen life. She cites popularity, dating older boys, clothing, telephone use, and family relations as key concerns while expressing a wish for happiness, a large family, and civic activity. She critiques adult behavior and the world, noting teens seek group belonging and understanding.
The National Geographic Society says English spelling ranks among the world’s most difficult languages. The claim highlights complexities in pronunciation rules and historical influences affecting learners.
The text states that the boiling point of pure gold is about 2,500 degrees centigrade. It presents a scientific fact about gold without additional context or events.
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