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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1950
Page
4
Secretary of State Acheson travels to France for a pivotal mission as Europe weighs defense against Russia and the North Atlantic pact. Pearson notes weariness and doubts amid crises from Berlin to Manila and mounting U N divisions.
Secretary Acheson says the Marshall Plan ending in 1952 does not justify halting aid or retreating to isolation. He states the world remains active and cites concord with defense agencies. He appears wearier after senate scrutiny.
While delivering papers to Mooresville Belle Mina and Madison during a railway strike, workers in the rain repaired dangerous highway holes. The Limestone County crews, driving county licensed trucks, earned praise for their dangerous task and dedication despite fear of repercussions.
Washington correspondent Bascom N. Timmons corrects previous upbeat talk on the Southern revolt. He notes the Alabama primary revived the 1948 States Rights movement, signaling potential spread to other Southern states and possible impact on Truman’s 1952 renomination amid pundit confusion.
Alabama readers weigh in on Folsom era policy with majority backing reform as they call for expanded roads reapportionment and a stronger educational system. They favor balanced progress with fiscal responsibility and expect Gordon to deliver results.
Arlie B Davidson reflects on money’s ruinous pull citing John D Rockefeller as a cautionary example. Rockefeller’s obsession with wealth led to insomnia anxiety and near ruin. he retired age 53 after medical advice and restructured life to rest, social connections, diet, and purpose, living forty five more years.
GOP Congressman H. R. Gross alerted Speaker Sam Rayburn that U.S. Steel staged a lavish exhibit in the house office building. The billboard sized charts claimed the firm dominated life including education by supplying textbooks. The display drew sharp backlash despite past praise for Taylor and Stettinius.
A flurry of letters debunks Joe Stalin initials on the Roosevelt dime, attributing the design to U S Mint engraver John Sinnock while dismissing rumors of Treasury suppression. Other notes comment on a North Dakota salary kickback rumor and praise Senator Russell's restrained strategy amid youthful tenure.
Scholarly George Keenan criticizes Senator Joe McCarthy as making new ideas in the State Department nearly impossible. Keenan, leaving his post as a top adviser to Marshall and Acheson, says McCarthy dominates public perception of Wisconsin and hints at potential investigation if he differed.
Alabama welfare officials announce a nationwide study on working conditions for service workers. Mrs Edward Gresham leads the Alabama survey as chair with the state welfare department coordinating efforts.
Informed officials say U S communists practiced a weekend drill to disappear as anti communist campaigns intensified. They claim no card carrying members exist now and The Daily Worker has stopped publishing membership figures.
Washington officials express concern over the cold war crisis and warn that the Western powers have at most four years to strengthen defenses. Secretary Acheson told French and British ministers that Russia already has a dangerous lead in military power due to atomic weapons.
Washington policy makers question peace treaties as old fashioned in a world split by democracy and communism. A Western Germany accord could force boundary fights and a Japan pact would edge Japan into a vulnerable position. The plan under serious review envisions ending occupations by gradual lift of controls while keeping American troops as front line defenders for years.
Washington officials from Treasury Commerce and the Federal Reserve oppose President Truman’s broad push to widen credit for small business. They fear not only excess easy credit overall but also greater government intrusion into the business field.
Washington reports the Army is formulating a five year plan starting in 1953 for joint Army National Guard war games. Every two years a regular Army division would maneuver with three or more Guard divisions, but funding is a major obstacle as such maneuvers could cost uncertain amounts.
The Defense Department publication Glossary of Guided Missile Terms includes terms such as hangfire bakance ratrace squib varistor downwash burble blip and pip.
Bugs and drought push Washington wheat growers to delay livestock industry plans. With export demand shrinking, the sector seeks new outlets. Tests show wheat suitable for feed, yet this year's crop appears the smallest in seven years, so every bushel is kept for human consumption.
Washington state primaries this week include Tuesday voting in Pennsylvania for U S senator governor and U S house seats among other state races. Voters decide on key candidates as campaigns wrap up before election day in several districts.
Article outlines influenza fever patterns and varied symptoms, noting lung complications such as bronchitis and pneumonia. It distinguishes influenza pneumonia in older patients, stresses physician care, and mentions penicillin and oxygen as treatments.
Vic Bubgett reports cautious optimism as Civic Softball League prepares for May 29 opening. Civitan and Kiwanian teams schedule heavy practices, with a preview game Monday at 7 PM in Delano Park. Lions still wary after losing top players from the 1948 champions.
This week 32 Lions were recognized for their perfect attendance in the past year and awarded attendance pins. The list includes Colin Andrews, Eugene Bailey, Howard Belser, Ben Britnell, Tom Brooks, Reneau Carroll, Leslie Cook, W. W. Dinsmore, R. R. Easter, Tom Edgil, Ned Frazier, R. B. Freeman, Russell Humphrey, Carleton Kelley, John Keys, Bud Kramer, Tim Lyons, LeRoy McEntire, Robert McMasters, Arthur Nebrig, Garrold Nungester, Melvin Ozier, Paul Robson, James Roberts, B. G. Ryan, Allison Smith, Bill Stone, Homer Tankersley, Flip Timberlake, James Wade, Sam Wheat, Leo Wright.
Nineteen of the Decatur Business and Professional Women assisted in installing a new club at Florence as the Tri-City group received its charter last Sunday. Attending were Mrs Anna Blackwell and many other members including Mrs O B Smith, Mrs A J Houser, Mrs E G Hamilton, Mrs Beulah Pettey, Mrs Dial Pettey, Miss Winifred Sentiff, Miss Flora Boyd, Miss Ruby Summers, Miss Anne Fusch, Mrs Gerca Powell, Miss Thelma Thompson, Mrs W A Sullivan, Miss Katherine Thompson, Miss Eola Parks, Mrs Flossie Chandler, Miss Carrie Alexander, and Mrs Dorothy Woodall.
Outgoing Civitan president Dr. R. H. Parks and secretary Bill Frazier will accompany successors Elmer Ange and George Perry to the Civitan International convention in Dallas June 21 23. In Miami conventioning are Kiwanian leaders Rev. Bill Glass Fred S. Hunt Jr and John Harlow who heard Louis Johnson pledge security first economy second. They will run the club's Thursday luncheon with reports on the convention.
A Civitan district report overlooks a significant point last week. Capt. Bob Short of the Decatur Salvation Army, an longtime Civitan member, was acknowledged for his service.
Friday voters in Oregon choose candidates for U S Senate and Governor with four U S House seats on the ballot plus other state offices and measures. Local officials urge participation and provide polling details.
In Tokyo General MacArthur challenges the Japanese parliament as the upper house rejects a tax bill backed by occupation authorities. The measure will return for a fresh vote and MacArthur signals his push for passage.
Tuesday at seven the Decatur Junior Chamber of Commerce votes on officers at Why Not. Thursday BPW installs officers. Jaycees plan Friday armory party and Riverside production The Heiress Saturday. BPW discusses state convention in Gadsden Friday and Saturday with Mrs Blackwell and Mrs Woodall attending.
Bulletin reports a Monday luncheon at the Rotary Club will feature the General Joe Wheeler memorial program with special guest Miss Annie Wheeler, the General's daughter. Lions and Civitan groups host talks on Tuesday and Wednesday with Dr. Chester A. McPheeters of Detroit Metropolitan Methodist Church as guest speaker and a Birmingham FBI man attending Civitan events. Pilot Club dinner meets Tuesday at 7:30 PM at Greystone.
A mix of short items about local people and events including Dr. H C McRee health officer warning, a car theft report by George A Nelson, 800 children in a pageant The Joys Of Youth at Albany High School terrace, and a Madison Limestone delegation seeking Huntsville to Athens road.
Phillip J. Hamm says his second place campaign cost 1195 while reporting 6688 in expenses and 5493 in contributions. Governor James E. Folsom backed Hamm and the filing shows Lt. Governor candidate E. L. Roberts of Etowah County with 52070 in expenses and contributions in his final declaration.
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