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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1958
Page
4
This week voters faced two proposed amendments and rejected both, unlike last December 17 when they passed nearly all. Thousands stayed home with no strong backing for either side, a shift from the heated pre election buildup seen previously.
A speaker recounts a visitor from India arguing that Indians feel family responsibility extending to nieces and nephews. He contrasts this with Alabama's relative responsibility law and its repeal, arguing individuals should bear burdens personally rather than rely on government programs.
The piece argues Alabama must increase education funding despite rising per capita income and state valuations. It cites low tax burden relative to other states, praises promises from gubernatorial candidates, and notes a commission report on school needs. It urges broader, non discriminatory funding sources now.
Victor Riesel reports that Jim Carey of the International Union of Electrical Workers funds anti Reuther efforts by presenting Republican favored cups to three senators. The move aims to rally labor behind the Auto Union fight and portray Reuther as radical. Carey argues labor unity hinges on backing the auto industry in coming battles.
Arlie B Davidson urges inner attitude as the key to happiness and achievement. He argues inner love of life brings external love, while giving your best to the world cycles back as fulfillment and impact. The piece echoes Ralph Waldo Emerson on inner grandeur and presence.
Washington reports allege Congressman Harris ended the Moore inquiry early after limited hearings and without subpoenas. The file links Moore to U S Airlines and Trans Caribbean deals, financial maneuvers with American Security and Trust, and influence campaigns connected to Eisenhower circles.
Norman Vincent Peale recounts Rick Fox a Baylor medical student who faced terminal cancer with a selfless resolve to aid future patients. Fox asked for time with God then offered to become a living laboratory for medicine and inspire peers to be good doctors. His body died but his spirit lived in classmates and readers of The Spirit of Man anthology.
Veterans of World War II and the Korean Conflict may find it easier to buy GI homes due to a new law changing the GI loan program. The two main changes are a rate increase to 4.75 percent on new GI loans and the end of discount controls on builder or seller financing. The old rate and discounts had slowed GI loan activity, but the changes should attract investors. Existing loans and pre April 1 1958 commitments are unaffected. Closing fee limits for veterans remain in place.
The Church of Sweden assembly in Stockholm voted 62 to 36 against permitting women to become ordained ministers.
Quinine, key malaria defense, is produced from cinchona bark chiefly harvested in Venezuela and Bolivia, where the trees grow. The compound has long been essential in treating malaria and combating fever.
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