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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1968
Page
4
Obituary note for William R. Shelton founder editor of the publication from 1912 to 1924. A brief tribute appears in the May 13 1968 issue marking his contributions and legacy.
Editorial by C L Sulzberger argues the Paris conference on Vietnam marks a watershed akin to Sputnik time. He foresees a shrinkage of U S obligations abroad as Europe and Asia reassess alliances and the United States scales back involvement while Hanoi and Washington negotiate from weakness.
An editorial urges strong U.S. effort in Paris negotiations to end the Vietnam War and warns that failure could lead to renewed extensive bombing of the North. It cautions against Communist propaganda and hopes for an honorable peace, while noting uncertainty about American terms and strategy.
The writer notes Morgan County turnout of about 12 000 voters from 32 000 possible, criticizing the lack of responsibility as Democratic nominees head for two runoffs on Tuesday June 4. They warn low participation risks undercutting representation in the U S Senate race and county government.
Washington note says a meat quota bill could lift hamburger prices to 99 cents a pound as part of a broader tariff and quota drive. Sen. Hruska defends the measure as a premium beef policy while opponents warn of higher costs for the poor.
David Lawrence analyzes Indiana primary signals as meaningful to some observers and not to others. He notes Kennedy’s plurality, Nixon’s strong showing, and Mansfield’s critique of primaries as costly and weakly binding. The piece argues for nationwide primaries and possibly direct popular election via revised electoral rules.
A church group prayer thanks God for manhood and womanhood and pledges to strengthen families as safe harbors. The message cites family life leadership by William H. Genne of Upper Montclair New Jersey and notes newspaper misstatements and subscription rates for the Daily and Sunday editions.
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