Editorial urges counter to Treasury action on tax exempt bonds
The Birmingham News argues the Treasury Department overstepped by nullifying tax exempt status for municipal industrial development bonds affecting Alabama and 39 other states. It calls for Congress to set firm standards, states to act in unison, and warns of harm to industrial growth.
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Crime Increases In U S Cities In 1967
FBI Uniform Crime Reports show total crime up 16 percent from 1966 to 1967 with violence rising 15 percent and property crimes up 16 percent. Robbery up 27 percent and murder 12 percent, auto theft 17 percent, burglary and larceny (50 and over) up 16 percent. Large cities 250000 plus up 17 percent. suburbs 16 percent. rural areas 13 percent.
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Call for better police and citizen responsibility in crime fight
The text argues for larger better trained police and fair pay, and for citizen responsibility in deterring crime. It notes rare cases where police force reduced crime and questions Supreme Court decisions' impact, pointing to the FBI report as evidence of rising crime in America.
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Prayer Access and the Right to Call Upon God
The writer argues that while only believers fully share in prayer access, the Bible invites all to seek forgiveness. He cites Romans 8 15 and Isaiah to show both Christians and the lost may appeal to God, though full privilege is in the family of God. He notes God hears outsiders but their iniquities separate them from Him.
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Senate Should Scrutinize Military Takeover Of U.S. Foreign Policy
Washington columnist Drew Pearson argues Senate oversight is needed as Lyndon Johnson escalates U S involvement in Vietnam. He cites military influence on policy, reliance on a small civilian advisor group, and echoes concern over Gen Westmoreland and troop expansion.
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Majority support for President amid Vietnam war powers debate
The article argues that while a minority of Senate Foreign Relations members question presidential authority, Secretary Rusk states the President has full congressional authorization to act in Vietnam. It warns against limiting wartime decisions and cautions that Congress should not delay actions in a nuclear era.
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Decatur Daily imprint and subscription rates header
A transcription of newspaper masthead and billing details lists publication days, Associated Press and New York Times service, misstatement policy, grievance process, and subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions, carrier delivery, and motor route pricing.
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