Editorial urges firm handling of unruly campus demonstrators
The piece cites the University of Denver action where 40 students occupied the registrar. Chancellor Maurice B. Mitchell defended swift expulsion and punishment for defiance, arguing society must reclaim control of its functions and that demonstrations threaten law and order on campus. The editorial urges similar firm action nationwide to curb demonstrations.
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Denver
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Population pressure and Christian family values in warning
The letter from a reader asks if it is right to have more children in a troubled world. Billy Graham responds that the world’s problems come from people not faith and urges Christians to raise children for Jesus Christ in open Bible reading homes and sincere prayer.
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Tourist Potential Grows for Alabama and Decatur
A 1967 report estimates 27.3 million out of state visitors entered Alabama spending 265 million dollars. Vacations average 2.5 people, two days, five dollars per person per day. Proposes developing facilities like Point Mallard marinas and Wheeler Wildlife Refuge to attract and retain tourist dollars for Decatur.
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United States
Alabama
Point Mallard
Wheeler Wildlife Refuge
Decatur
Public Forum Letter on Wallace Risks in 1968 Election
A reader from Huntsville Alabama, D E Chastain, writes to The Decatur Daily urging Alabama voters to consider how George Wallace could influence the 1968 presidential race. He notes a Gallup poll suggesting Wallace might affect the House outcome amid rioting and demonstrations and questions whether voters want him to aid Humphrey or Kennedy, or LBJ.
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Czechoslovakia
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What If Majority Had Voted
A Decatur referendum drew 26 percent turnout from 15 400 registered voters, with 4 008 ballots cast. The piece argues low participation distorts true sentiment on government change and notes the loss of civic engagement when the vote is not exercised.
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Balloons of Friendship Recall 1951 Czech Outreach
Drew Pearson recalls the 1951 Western ballloon messages to Czechoslovakia and Poland. The campaign signaled friendship despite the Iron Curtain and drew mixed reaction from Prague and Moscow as Czechoslovakia considers new democratizing steps today.
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The Power of Faith by Norman Vincent Peale
A woman in a troubled home changes her life by reading a Peale book and changing her thinking. She replaces fear and jealousy with self discipline, improving her thoughts and actions. The family harmony returns as the husband and children engage positively, showing how changing oneself can alter unhappy situations.
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Decatur Daily notices and service details
Publication information for Decatur Alabama edition outlines publication schedule Daily and Weekend editions, carrier delivery, and subscription rates. Includes misstatement disclaimer and service by Tennessee Valley Printing Co with AP and NYT News Service.
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