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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1956
Page
4
Columbia Tennessee fire chief urges residents to trim grass in vacant lots under city ordinance. Clean lots reduce fire risk in dry months and deter mosquito breeding. The message applies to Decatur as well and links lot appearance to civic pride and visitor impression.
The Council of State Chambers of Commerce says Congress cuts are negligible and “only statistical” with no immediate federal appropriation reductions. They urge applying reductions to debt, warning citizens who ignore the debt are irresponsible, arguing the government faces real indebtedness like a private individual.
Walter M. Jackson, superintendent of Decatur city schools, died March 14. A Kentucky native who loved Alabama history and culture, he energized school improvement, arts, and teacher welfare. He authored Alabama school history, helped lead the Alabama Education Association, and served in Europe with Military Government. He left a lasting impact as an educator and civic leader.
The Texas Democratic vote on Shivers shifts fuels backstage dissent. Lyndon Johnson's earlier stance clashed with Sam Rayburn's steadied opposition. Rayburn, though aging, campaigned across Texas while Johnson and others met resistance regarding trust and party loyalty.
The article notes Lyndon Johnson and Shivers maintained friendship amid Southern politics. At the 1954 Southern Governors Conference in Boca Raton Shivers clashed with Rayburn as Byrnes spoke briefly. Johnson favored compromise while Sam Rayburn refused to trust Shivers, though private talks continued when Johnson returned to Texas.
Arlie B Davidson urges readers to see their own faults and avoid self judgment. He warns perfectionism creates walls between people and notes others may know what we do not. Carlyle’s quote cautions against being conscious of none.
The two Texas figures, Shivers and Lyndon Johnson, debated delegate choices for Chicago while Lyndon proposed including Shivers as a delegate. Sam reportedly rejected the idea bluntly, insisting Shivers not join the delegation.
The loyalists win the Texas convention vote as Lyndon Johnson faces internal pushback. Leaders demand veto power over delegates and push to retain some Shivercrats, while pushing a loyalty pledge and backing Mrs. Lloyd Bentsen for a national post. Fort Worth’s Tarrant County supports the loyalists as quiet opposition simmers behind the scenes.
The essay argues the United States should not grant a punitive peace to Japan after World War I era ideas, but allow rebuild on a peaceful basis while facing trade and market challenges. It notes currency shifts, China’s Communist rise, and Southeast Asia instability as factors shaping Japan’s industrial future and need to compete with Silk and textile markets.
A confrontation centers on Allan Shivers and the Ball Syndicate over the Sepretah 108 dispute. The public debate involves regional leaders and local officials amid calls for policy action and accountability.
WASHINGTON The Army and Air Force, barred from commissioning new veterinarians, seek new jobs for those already in service. Secretary of Defense Wilson cites congressional complaints of more veterinarians than animals and calls for plans.
HAL BOYLE recounts a mountain tale from North Carolina about an old hunter who sold his coon dog Trixie to spite his son. The dog dies, the father dies, and the loyal son vanishes to a city, leaving a legendary family rift in the mountains.
Graduation exercises for the class of 1955 56 will be held Wednesday at 8 00 in Riddle Auditorium Virginia Ann Fitzgerald will deliver the valedictory Johnny Sims is salutatorian The trip to Washington was funded by class projects and several local residents accompanied the seniors to the capital Also noted MSgt and Mrs Robert Walton visited family in Hartselle and a Waterworks worker remained in critical condition after an illness
Eighty members of the sixth grade will receive diplomas Friday at the conclusion of a program based in the Centennial Suite of public schools in Alabama. Officers elected include President Suzanne Drinkard Vice president Virginia Bodley Secretary Carolyn Henderson Treasurer Hilda Puckett. Graduation begins at 10:00 in the school auditorium.
The recreation one pool will open Sunday under manager Coach Tom Aniel for a third year. Hours are 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. on weekdays and 1 to 5 p.m. on Sundays. The park board will select two lifeguards before the season opens.
Whitman Circle met at the home of Mrs. Dewitt Gatlin while Roberts Circle gathered with Mrs. Herman Meaoe Minor Circle met with Mrs. R. E. On Tuesday evening at 7 o'clock the Circle met in the home of Mrs. T. B. Strickland Jr.
Mrs Clyde Reeves will direct the Daily Vacation Bible School at the First Methodist Church. The Bible School opens Wednesday morning May 30 and runs eight days through June 8 with classes each morning from 9 to 11 30.
Coy Stephenson, superintendent, engages in veterinary activities. The phrasing notes a fixed point without a deadline for the project.
Mr and Mrs J C Aldridge of Detroit Michigan were weekend visitors noted in the society column with no further details available.
Former Anniston mayor facing tax evasion charges for 1945 to 1947 has had his third trial postponed due to health reasons. U.S. District Judge Leybourne H. Lynne postponed the June 6 hearing. the ex-leader, previously convicted and fined, appeals on grounds of evidentiary error regarding a 1924-32 tax compromise offer.
Sap yields 1 gallon of syrup from 35 gallons of sap. India exports cashews valued at 25 million dollars annually.
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