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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1966
Page
5
The article reflects on Hiroshima as a symbol shaped by trauma and memory. It notes Japan's pride in peace monuments, the grim reminders in museums, and the politics of memory that frame views on militarism and U.S. policy.
The piece argues Japan remains a key U.S. ally in the Far East while maintaining a pared down defense. It notes Tokyo's aim to boost Southeast Asia ties, provide technical aid, and accept a larger economic role, using diplomacy to leverage history.
Washington columnist Russell Baker critiques Detroit car makers for not addressing safety and comfort. He jokes that cars remain status symbols causing pollution, boredom, and smoke hazards while proposing humorous fixes like self washing, porous finishes, automatic windows, and Nader book tape alarms.
Economists clash with government officials over factory autonomy and price setting in the Soviet Union. Professors Liberman Leontyev and Birman cite barriers and centralized planning limits while Kosygin pushes for freeing factories from detailed instructions and introducing market responsiveness via a state price committee.
Eight years after billboards asked who is Bettye Frink Alabama sees women surge into top offices. If nominees win in the fall Alabama may elect a woman governor and women to secretary of state treasurer auditor and public service posts while men may hold lieutenant governor attorney general and other roles.
AP analyst Sam Dawson notes stock markets cool, auto production slows, and home building stalls. Yet steel output rises near year’s peak as other industries continue varying speeds, with concerns over money tightness and higher rates shaping public sentiment.
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