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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1973
Page
4
An editor asks readers to weigh in on making daylight saving time permanent rather than six months. The piece argues that year round DST could yield significant energy savings by extending daylight by an extra hour daily.
The Morgan Beautiful cleanup Saturday drew thousand plus volunteers organized by Doug Anderson, transforming communities and boosting county appearance. The piece notes concerns about maintaining cleanliness and advocates daylight saving debates while inviting continued participation in Decatur's Festival of Arts through Sunday.
The column argues Watergate ruins trust in the presidency, National governance, and calls for accountability. It notes Nixon's role, alleged crimes, and ethical breaches, warning that leaders must earn trust through responsible action beyond mere power.
Billy Graham explains that Jesus valued children and that infants may be protected by God before accountability. The piece notes biblical hints such as Matthew 18 and 2 Samuel 12 23 and urges early gospel teaching while acknowledging uncertainty about when a soul becomes accountable.
The Decatur Daily notes misstatements of fact are unintentional and invites grievances for full investigation. It promises redress if findings prove correctness. Subscription rates via mail and carrier for daily and Sunday editions are listed for within and outside trade zones.
At Lexington High School district event area FFA members won top honors in multiple contests. West Limestone claimed first in agricultural mechanics while Morgan County High School won dairy judging and string band titles. Falkville, Hatton, Courtland and other chapters earned high placings with state competition set for Montgomery June 5-7.
A 1973 AP sample notes a columnist reflecting on future considerations. The piece references the writer’s role with the New York Times News Service and other outlets, including Congressional Quarterly News Service and Universal Science News, Inc. WR. Shelton is named as founder editor spanning 1912 to 1924.
Washington Merry-Go-Round reports unaudited cash hidden in GOP safes, mentions a secret Swiss bank account tied to Alan MacQuoid in Los Angeles County and connections to Herbert Kalmbach and Nixon funds. Claims use for political spying and Watergate-linked activities are alleged. MacQuoid denies involvement. Further notes Liddy and Hunt cash movements and related political uproar.
A proverb contrasts mental habits as cobwebs turning into cables. It suggests initial confusion becomes strength through discipline and steady effort. The saying echoes Spanish cultural wit about thought shaping outcomes.
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