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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1950
Page
4
The piece notes new campaign methods such as helicopter and TV advertising. It highlights that Jimmy Byrnes runs for governor and J Strom Thurmond runs for senator, both under the Democratic banner in South Carolina, drawing attention to party unity amid different offices.
Grover Hall argues the 15 candidate field for Alabama governor resembles a Tower of Babel. He endorses Chauncey Sparks as the safe, proven choice and predicts a Sparks versus Persons run-off focused on serious government over the coming election cycle.
Wisconsin observer labels Senator McCarthy as heedless after GOP Congressman Judd of Minnesota cautions him to drop sweeping charges until proof exists. Judd offers potential names from the China lobby but notes lack of evidence and urges restraint before verdicts. Senator McCarthy ignores the counsel.
The piece argues the Maragon conviction exposes a broader network with Maj. Gen. Harry Vaughan, suggesting campaign contributions and policy influence tied to the White House. It questions why the axis remained active and notes FBI activity sparked by Maragon’s indictment and a false staff draft-dodger rumor.
The piece notes Maragon’s influence as he pressured for criminal libel charges against the author, citing a 75 year lapse in DC libel enforcement. After the author disclosed Maragon’s 1920 plea of guilty to illegally transporting liquor, Vaughan and the White House pressed for prosecution, prompting a long FBI probe that found Maragon had transported liquor. The result was no criminal action.
ARLIE B DAVIDSON notes 1948 U S life expectancy averaging 67 2 years with centenarians numbering 1363 in the nation Public health gains reduced infant mortality to about 35 per 1000 in the first year yet chronic illnesses persist Five leading causes include heart disease 471000 deaths cancer 197000 stroke 131000 influenza 56 tuberculosis 43000 concluding that lifestyle and disease burden limit further lifespan gains
The text recounts John Maragon's dispute over being labeled a five percenter and a fifty percenter by Drew Pearson. It notes Maragon sought to testify before a committee, claims of retaliation by Pearson, and reflections on his role as a pawn in a larger political game with high stakes.
President Truman urged Chairman Celler to continue probing monopolies with zeal. He praised the New Yorker steel trust investigation and promised staff support and funding if needed. Celler outlined plans to widen probes to air transport, newsprint, big distilleries, and soap interests.
Senator Ernest McFarland of Arizona introduces Los Angeles Mayor Fletcher Bowron to senate colleagues. The exchange cites Bowron's dual roles as mayor and former judge and asks which title he prefers. Bowron avoids a title preference remark, noting ages and qualifications for judgeship.
P B Hale manager announces unloading of a new water tank on Washington Street for the Alabama Water Company. At Auburn, a secretary was elected at a banquet with over 300 students. The Friday Thirteen will meet with Mrs. J W Knight and Miss Lela McKnight has accepted a position.
Mackenzie notes Britain’s socialist government, clinging to a bare eight-vote edge as it tackles domestic and international crises. Close votes on Baseline tax and a 33 1/3 percent truck purchase tax strain nerves. Churchill’s Conservatives loom, urging timing on the finance bill amid a fragile stalemate.
E L Morrow reports Decatur Brick Company will start making face brick this week at the Second Avenue site. Dr. Frank Willis Barnett of the Birmingham News visits the exposition. Mrs. W H Ritter opens her home to the Berean club. Mrs. Hays of Montgomery visits sister Mrs L K Wiggins on Jackson Street. Norma Shearer stars in Secrets at the Princess. Lucien Bloodworth ill at Johnston Street home. Mr and Mrs Zella Robertson and son of Memphis visit Twin Cities relatives. Miss Mary Wallace Smiley returns from Oklahoma visit with relatives.
Hypnotism fascinates readers and medical researchers alike. The article notes high hypnotizability rates and suggests hypnosis can shorten treatment, aid insight, and improve cooperation. It cites age effects and methods, while stressing the need for trained professionals.
In a New York office Adolph the locksmith recounts his work from door to safe openings. He notes two dangers a client named Harold Machinist faced and praises a genius named Frank Vignola who can open any safe blindfolded. He explains locksmithing focuses on repair, sale and routine office work rather than dramatic heists.
In Alabama during 1949 installment buying rose while paying on time slowed. Federal Reserve official P L T Beavers notes higher credit extended at year start, with eight of nine retail groups posting lower total sales. Auto dealers and department stores led installment growth. cash purchases fell notably across appliances and furniture.
Five patients with tuberculosis showed temporary disappearance of clinical signs after ACTH treatment. Dr. Charles A. Le Maistre of Tuscaloosa and Dr. Ralph Tompsett of Cornell and New York Hospital presented findings to the Society for Clinical Investigation in Atlantic City.
Archbold Stadium at Syracuse University will install 6000 new steel seats ahead of the fall football opener with Rutgers on September 23. The upgrade aims to improve capacity and spectator comfort for the season debut.
Henry Dotterer Jr a Sirius sopomore catcher for Syracuse is the son of a Pittsburgh Pirates scout.
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