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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1950
Page
4
Alabama faces a sixty day campaign to defend the cotton crop from the boll weevil. If unsuccessful, farmers could lose up to 50 million dollars this year, with last year’s losses estimated as high as 59 million. W A Ruffin of the farm extension service warns the crisis is the worst since 1916.
The piece argues the United States has shifted policy from appeasement to confrontation with Soviet Russia, warning that failure to use force could invite aggression. It asserts containment of Communism is necessary and declares war-ready stance if the Reds cross boundaries anywhere including Korea, Iran, or Berlin.
The piece portrays President Truman declaring U S policy to defend Asia, including Korea Formosa and Indochina, with China subtly not written off. It notes reliance on Moscow's reaction, outlines potential US and Soviet positions, and reflects uncertainty about Asian military strength and future actions.
In Oskaloosa Iowa the speaker recalls Mount Rushmore heroes and warns Americans may be soft in a world of fear. He contrasts weapons with peace and argues a handshake and smile matter as much as aid or leverage.
The author argues that scientific advances have made the world one unit and calls for a world democracy. Citing Washington Jefferson and Lincoln, he urges reviving pioneering spirit to overcome fear, expand world government, and sell the idea of global brotherhood despite the iron curtain and nuclear age.
A New York father beat his twelve year old son and drove him away with the words not to return, revealing that neglect extends beyond meals and clothes. The piece argues emotional security and belonging are essential for a child’s balance, warning parental rejection contributes to delinquency.
Alabama Veterans of Foreign Wars appoint a new adjutant for 1950 T H Walker of Prattville. Announcement by Department Commander L D Owen Jr lists officers including John A Jenkins of Birmingham as chief of staff and Thomas B Dean of Gadsden as assistant chief of staff.
Westbrook Pegler reflects on Miss Ethel Merman and Cosmo Cosmopolitan satire about D P.s and the Second Wave in Westchester and Connecticu t hitherto explored during the 1930s. He contrasts pioneer hardships with New York cosmopolitan life and rails against modern urban slickers.
The author denounces the United Nations as ineffectual amid the Korean invasion by Soviet‑backed forces on the charter’s fifth anniversary. The piece cites veto power, Russia’s Security Council role, and calls for stronger action while praising or damning recent diplomatic efforts.
Mobile officials pledged substitute transportation for bus riders if the two week long strike continues. The statement noted many residents cannot afford taxis and relief must be found for those in hardship.
Little is known about the migration patterns of the ocean perch, also called rose fish, leaving researchers with limited understanding of their seasonal movements and breeding routes.
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