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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1963
Page
1
James Marlow reflects on FDR’s 1933 inauguration and the contrast with Hoover. He notes Roosevelt’s quick actions to stabilize the economy, the balancing act of promises and spending, and the long arc of federal welfare policies shaping the nation beyond wartime fear.
The sheriff’s office reports numerous arrests over the weekend including public drunkenness high way intoxication driving while drunk and various driving offenses. A hospital injury case involved Molly Moses after a broken bottle cut her forehead and nose. A 1953 Chevrolet pickup overturned on U S 31 near the Holiday Inn with no injuries to the driver Frank Sparks. A collision at Phillips 66 between a 1959 Chevrolet dump truck and a 1961 Pontiac sedan caused extensive damage and minor injuries to two occupants.
A husband advises against harsh self judgments by his wife who speaks of worthlessness. The reader suggests encouragement and prayer, noting many lack purpose yet can find significance through Christ. The answer urges kindness, believing Jesus restores meaning to lives.
Premier Khrushchev and the actress he supported were elected to the Russian Federation Parliament along with other Communist backed candidates in unopposed races across eight republics. Moscow radio reported a 9 percent turnout as elections proceeded for republic parliaments and regional councils.
In Window Rock Arizona the Navajo Nation begins a unique election for tribal chairman and a 76 member tribal council. About 25000 registered voters across the reservation and urban Navajo communities are expected to participate with ballots sent to Chicago Los Angeles San Francisco Bay Area Cleveland Cincinnati Dallas Albuquerque and other areas. Results could come late Tuesday or early Wednesday. Incumbent Paul Jones 63 seeks a third term in the $20000 per year post, facing Samuel Billison and Raymond Nakai.
New York stocks rise with rails leading gains while bonds hold higher as cotton advances on new crop months. Chicago grains fall with wheat and corn liquidating and hogs steady to lower. Cattle steer prices drop 25 to 50 cents at top $25.25.
Alabama education leaders urged Gov. George Wallace to call two special legislative sessions, one for school funding and one for highway bond issues. State Supt. Austin R. Meadows led the resolution backed by city and county superintendents. The governor delayed a decision, signaling a possible Tuesday announcement.
In Colorado the snowslide on Red Mountain Pass swept from U.S. 550 area burying Congregational minister Rev. Marvin Hudson 39 and his daughters Amelia 17 and Pauline 12. Sheriff Brown said survival possible is unlikely as rescuers face further slides and blizzard conditions. A snowplow operator witnessed the collapse as the car with the girls inside was swept off the road.
An old style advertisement promotes Frigidaire appliances at Robinson's on Second Avenue offering service and deals as a quick call to action for shoppers.
Thirty years after Roosevelt's oath in 1933, banks faced collapse with withdrawals soaring to 454 million dollars the day before his inauguration. The bank holiday, rapid legislation, and the 100 day push restored stability while debates over federal loans and confidence continued.
Gen. Nicolas Lindley Lopez is named chief of Peru's military junta after a bloodless ouster of Gen. Ricardo Perez Godoy. He says elections set for June 9 will proceed and a civilian winner will replace the military bosses.
In Lorraine eastern France, more than 96 percent of miners defied De Gaulle by not working as the government drafts overhaul begins. Widespread walkouts include 200,000 miners nationwide seeking 11 percent wage rise and a 40 hour week.
D L Cotton 54 of Florala died Sunday after being admitted to Bryce State Hospital on orders of Circuit Judge Murland Smith following a Thursday hearing on two assault with intent to murder charges. Authorities investigate connection to the shooting of Cotton's daughter in law.
Governor George Romney of Michigan announced he will not seek the 1964 Republican nomination. Also reported Clifton Daniel’s wife gave birth to her third child and union pickets resumed silent protests at Southern Sash Co in Sheffield. An AP survey recorded at least six weekend deaths in Alabama, with five on highways.
YMCA representatives will discuss the possibility of a subject at a meeting Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the City Electric Department upstairs auditorium. The public is invited to attend according to Gil Aldrich.
New York Citys Post resumes publication as pressmen restart one of three presses ending an 87 day blackout. Mayor Wagner reports progress in negotiations as unions end their standoff on key issues while other dailies remain halted.
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