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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1956
Page
4
Columnist Victor Riesel was attacked by a thug who threw sulphuric acid in his face leaving him blinded. No arrests reported yet but broad suspicion and high rewards are aimed at locating the assailant.
The Anniston Star opinions how to win votes by focusing on vital issues and warns against attacking opponents by labeling them as the other side. It praises Jim Folsom’s friendly, road-building platform and contrasts it with harsh tactics, suggesting a campaign formula based on education, roads, and accessible governance.
The piece reflects on Tydings and others cleared of Communist accusations while McCarthy's tactics created fear. It cites Lattimore Lorwin Lamb Moss and Burek, noting rehires and court outcomes. It warns Eisenhower era morale and U S scientific leadership jeopardized by the security climate.
Advice urging readers to slow down and reflect before following crowds or embracing profit at any cost. It warns against selfish instincts and emphasizes weighing consequences and using intelligence to guide actions.
The article outlines concerns about stock raiding in U S companies. It discusses raiders using street names and foreign funds, the difficulty of tracing true ownership, and the potential to gain control through partial ownership in large firms. It notes historical railroad raiding, proxy fights, and the rise of raiding in modern corporations with unclear ownership sources.
WGN plans to exit the Mutual Broadcasting System and its $300000 annual contract with Jim Petrillo and the Musicians Union. The move comes as the station sheds network ties and follows changes in leadership and programming priorities. Thomas F. ONeill, VP of General Tire and owner of Mutual, clashes with WCFL owner Chicago Federation of Labor in a widening dispute.
The piece reports that the Soviets have developed a turbo drill ten times faster than standard American oil drilling equipment. It notes pressure on U S firms as Dresser Industries seeks State Department visas for Soviet engineers to work in Texas amidst escalating East-West tech competition.
The piece reports American labor leaders asserting CIA evidence that Andre Vishinsky did not die naturally. It cites a courier, Soviet Embassy doctor Kosow, and questions about Soviet purge history, urging reforms such as free unions and political parties.
State Insurance men gathered for the annual meeting as delegates from across the state expected around 400 or more. Headline speakers include James P. Walker of Augusta Georgia and Louie Woodbury Jr of Wilmington North Carolina. Officers listed include Wilbur K Allen Birmingham first vice president L J Thomas Jr Hayes Kennedy Birmingham executive vice president and John P Wilson Jr Mobile national association director for Alabama.
Air Force Secretary Donald H. Quarles leads a list of dignitaries expected for a weather delayed air power demonstration. Governors Allen Shivers of Texas and William are also anticipated. About 18 jet types including the F-100 wing and B-66 tactical bomber are to be showcased.
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