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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Mar 15, 1963

Page

4

Rose stays at Alabama to lead university progress

The article lauds Dr. Frank Rose for remaining head of the University of Alabama, praising continued leadership and usefulness. It notes Birmingham voters turnout in city hall elections at 65 percent with 44,000 of 68,000 registered voters voting, reflecting civic interest. William S. White muses Nixon could become a Dewey like Republican nominee and mend press relations.

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Worth Every Cent Appropriated for TVA Dams

The piece argues that TVA flood control saved lives and property across Tennessee Mississippi and Ohio valleys noting heavy rains and high winds caused damage yet the dam system protected people and homes. It defends government role and calls TVA funding prudent and socialist label unfounded.

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For South Carolina, Millions Of Dollars Worth of Publicity

The Anderson Independent editorial compares a favorable nationwide image of South Carolina over Harvey Gantt’s Clemson admission to Birmingham’s less favorable portrayal. It questions the impact of lawfulness and public order on image, urging readers to uphold the law.

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Cabinet Shakeup Hinted by Political Ally

A senior political insider, William S. Whi, suggests a cabinet reshuffle may be imminent as discussions gain momentum. Sources indicate possible replacements and reassignments could reshape the administration’s leadership lineup in coming weeks.

Kennedy Cabinet Change Aims to Tighten 1964 Campaign

The article notes President Kennedy plans a 1964 cabinet shift led by Postmaster General Day’s retirement with a Democrat from a key state likely to succeed him. Michael DiSalle and Richardson Dilworth top the list, reflecting Pennsylvania and Ohio political leverage. Kennedy keeps campaign control but seeks a party-driven boost via the Post Office role, while White House strategy remains central to policy.

Washington J. Edward Day California Michael DiSalle Ohio Richardson Dilworth Pennsylvania Day Statehouse Robert Post Office Department Eisenhower Kennedy White House John F. Kennedy Robert F. Kennedy Dean Rusk Robert McNamara Defense Douglas Dillon the Treasury McNamara Dillon

Cultivate Tactfulness by Davidson

Advice on tact and personal conduct by Arlie B Davidson stresses pleasing others without compromising values. It highlights keeping confidences, avoiding rumors, listening, empathizing, apologizing when wrong, and remembering names to build respect.

White House Dinner for Adlai Highlights Cold War Gossip

The White House hosted a cheerful dinner dance for Adlai Stevenson with guests dancing until 4 a.m. The affair aimed to bury the Saturday Evening Post episode, drawing in the Kennedy inner circle and a select “Irish Mafia” subset. Notable absence included the newsman who pinned the Munich badge on Adlai.

Washington White House Adlai Stevenson Adlai Saturday Evening Post Kennedy Inner Circle Charley Bartlett Satevepost

Milage rules endure 1907 basis for Alabama legislators

In Montgomery era travel was paid on a 10 cent per mile basis using the nearest usual route. Despite modern travel, lawmakers still receive mileage computed by the 1907 distance rules, creating large discrepancies between actual driving distances and official miles.

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Industry Which Faces An Almost Certain Record Year In 1963

Retail sales rose to 234 billion in 1962 and projections show further gains in 1963. Allied Stores president Theodore Schlesinger predicts 2 to 3 percent higher sales using a like-for-like basis, with larger increases if new stores are counted.

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Realtors Code Is Explained By W B Ragsdale Jr

Washington AP report details NAREB revision of Article 5 to allow selling homes in all white neighborhoods to nonwhite buyers. A compliant realtor faced ethics committee as a nonwhite purchaser moved into an all white area. The article notes enforcement limits and differing local board practices.

W. B. Ragsdale JR Washington National Association of Real Estate Boards Committee On Professional Standards Nareb Committee On NAREB Deep South

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