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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1963
Page
4
Governor George Wallace may back an administration redistricting plan aimed at representing the entire state of Alabama rather than favoring any of its eight districts. The measure was written to be inclusive of the whole state and not to secure advantage for individual districts.
Florida Senator Spessard Holland leads reform to grant universal voting rights by eliminating poll taxes. The measure, supported by conservatives, inches toward ratification as six more states are required, reported by John S. Knight in The Detroit Free Press.
Ernie Blackwell, pioneer of Decatur aviation since 1946 and founder of Tennessee Valley Flight Service, died this week after a heart condition. His son Ernie Jr. carried many duties at Decatur and Muscle Shoals, while Osborn Benzanson’s visit highlighted airport progress sparked by local aviation leaders. We will miss him as a friend and public servant.
The Anniston City Commission created a nine man bi racial committee to study racial problems and potential solutions. The Anniston Star backed the move, arguing it advances law and order and avoids extremist actions seen in Birmingham. The editorial urged Alabama cities to pursue understanding over force.
Washington commentary notes Republicans unite on spending as Kennedy faces a disciplined GOP in Congress. In the House, 172 of 173 Republicans backed a debt-limit rise with 32 Democrats joining them. in the Senate, eight Democrats opposed the dairy subsidy bill, few Republicans diverged. The piece argues fiscal unity weakens Kennedy and reflects a shifting balance in federal spending influence.
Strong ties of friendship may be torn apart by your actions. You are the main trouble maker in conflicts. A harsh word or nagging may spark a break that can be repaired only if you yield and change. Refusal to yield risks permanent separation.
Washington report notes doctors expect a cesarean delivery for the Kennedy child, with President Kennedy and aides recounting home births of both JFK and a 90 year old doctor. The piece also covers Space achievements and a push for new civil rights powers to curb future riots.
Sylvia Porter analyzes President Kennedy's 1963 Economic Report, noting mixed accuracy in five basic forecasts. She argues Kennedy erred on the side of caution rather than optimism amid rising GNP projections, tax-cut debates, inflation stability, and balance of payments deficits. The piece contrasts January projections with mid year realities, highlighting policy and economic dynamics.
About 15 percent of 92 million in the 1910 census were foreign born versus only 5 percent of 179.3 million in 1960. The figures highlight a decline in the foreign born portion over the period.
Army Sgt. Roy W. Foote and fellow 53d Signal Battalion members took part in Exercise GRAND SLAM II in Germany May 2 to 7. French and German forces joined to test NATO plans in Central Europe. Foote, a lineman in Co. B, entered the Army in May 1943. his wife Aline resides on Elkmont 1.
Dewitt O Sanford of Holly Pond has arrived for assignment with an Air Training Command unit after a tour in Okinawa. An information specialist, he entered service in July 1961 and is the son of Ethridge and Mrs. Sanford of Holly Pond. He is a Holly Pond High School graduate.
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