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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1949
Page
4
The article notes coal workers returning to work while a county Red Cross campaign aims to reach its March 31 deadline. Judge Elbert Boozer tours Alabama boosting support for a gubernatorial bid, and discussions touch on the Association of American Executives and worker solidarity amid proposed industrial actions.
Glad me L. Lewis wrote to miners urging a Monday return, likely pleasing many workers. Yet furloughed railroaders shared the wage loss from the mine shutdown, making the situation a tough break for all involved.
The Decatur note recalls R L Ling celebrating 55 years in the city. He witnessed public service improvements and the transformation from fields to homes and thriving business districts, and he hopes to see more dreams realized.
Report notes last week a possible transport strike in Birmingham affecting bus lines. A three person board from union and company will be formed to reach a binding solution, aiming to avoid a strike and wage loss. The setup includes one member from the union, one from the company, and a third chosen jointly.
The report notes Governor Folsom shifted from sharp criticism of President Truman to praise while resisting the President’s stance with Congress. Truman previously attacked Congress but gained little traction. now he praises lawmakers. Folsom, preparing a legislative program for May, continues to assail legislators, suggesting a contest of approach between the two leaders.
The Alabama Journal reports the Bishop's Youth Fund campaign exceeded $265,000, far above the $260,000 goal. Funds will support church facilities at the University of Alabama, Montevallo, Tuskegee, Auburn, and Camp McDowell, with University students leading active support.
Top American scientists including Harold Urey and Karl Compton pressed President Truman to release the undisclosed Bikini test findings. Forrestal delayed, saying the final report rested on Truman’s desk, while scientists warned against pressuring him, fearing a stubborn, lasting hold on disclosure.
The real estate lobby backs a new sales tax for the District of Columbia. Supporters argue it would offset rising property and income taxes, while opponents cite political pressure from Rep. Howard Smith of Virginia and others. The House previously voted 178 to 166 against a DC sales tax.
Emilio Abello, No. 2 official in the Philippine embassy, acknowledged four months of jail by General MacArthur as a collaborationist and service to Jose Laurel’s puppet regime. State Department officials disputed prior judgments, saying they would have known if he had been a collaborator.
The American Automobile Association notes 16 000 service stations and over 40 million trouble calls last year. Most calls involve flat tires battery issues accidents or being stuck while nearly 1.5 million came from running out of gas.
The piece attacks Truman over rent control and a so called real estate lobby, arguing unions wield greater political influence and calling for honest discussion of housing causes. It claims divorces rose postwar due to character, not landlords greed, and criticizes Roosevelt and Wall Street connections. The essay ends by noting a dragonfly’s speed.
Butler P A Hine urges Decatur readers to donate one dollar each to complete funds for a marble memorial statue honoring World War I and World War II heroes. He cites chamber approval and public location at the courthouse lawn, urging civic duty and remembrance. The note is approved by the DAV Chapter No. 11 publicity committee.
An Army evaluation in 1945 describes Jap methods of control in occupied Philippines and the continued detention of collaborators. Abello disputes the charges, saying his only proof is serving as Liauren's secretary and dividing collaborators into those aiding the Japs and those in puppet governance. He later frames American investors as harmed by the war and advocates Philippines recovery.
Speaker Sam Rayburn may see a revolt in the House Veterans Affairs Committee as Reps. Walter Huber and Harold Patten lead a challenge to Chairman John Rankin of Mississippi. Democrats and Republicans demand meetings after a February walkout and accuse Rankin of blocking debate on pensions and disability benefits for World War I veterans and orphans.
Los Angeles GI presumed killed returns home after five years as a New York waiter keeps up a lonely search for Sgt. Nathan Lep selter of the 155th photo reconnaissance squadron. The elder Lep selter has traced letters and sightings across Europe, aided by a Vatican tracing service, police chiefs, and German witnesses, promising to pursue his son until home.
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