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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1973
Page
4
Editorial urges tax measures to replace lost federal funds for schools. Voter actions in Huntsville Madison County and Morgan County are cited as support for higher taxes to maintain education quality with a one cent county sales tax on June 19 and a sunset Sept 30 1976 reevaluation.
Barry Kalb outlines how President Nixon’s Tuesday statement contradicts earlier remarks on Watergate. The piece notes Nixon’s admission of approving the special investigations unit later tied to the plumbers and his involvement in directing spyware to guard national security. It cites Garment’s claims of new knowledge and details the June 17 timeline, Haldeman Ehrlichman briefings, and CIA entanglement in attempts to limit exposure of operations.
President Nixon hosts 1,214 guests for a White House POW homecoming dinner on the South Lawn with 682 repatriated prisoners, dignitaries, and a star-studded program led by Bob Hope. Irving Berlin attends for a finale of God Bless America.
An 18 year old Arthur Scales Jr of 415 12th Ave NW was injured Wednesday after losing control of his car on wet Finley Dr. He was taken by private vehicle to Baugh Wiley Smith Hospital and treated then released. He ran off the road between 4th and 5th avenues NW and struck a utility pole on Finley Dr. west side.
An editorial strongly supports flying the American flag as a privilege and honor with readings from Marine Mst. Sgt. Percy Webb and a tribute text I Am Old Glory. It urges flag display on Memorial Day Flag Day and Independence Day, linking flag patriotism to national unity and liberty.
A Samuel Coleridge aphorism notes that a thoughtful mind, though highly organized, may lack humor. It reflects on balance between discipline and wit in understanding life.
The Chamber of Commerce hosts a morning meeting at Point Mallard highlighting a diving exhibition by Olympic Gold Medalist Micki King and National Champion Phillip Boggs. The event promotes Decatur’s aquatic complex and previews an upcoming international diving meet while discussing the 1972 Olympics and local recreation.
A reader defends police amid criticism from Mrs. Carter. The letter argues officers risk their lives daily, work extra jobs for family support, and deserve raises. It notes informers aid crime solving and urges readers to consider the dangers officers face. The writer signs as Jim Sherrill.
Supporters urged readers to attend a statewide series of playoff baseball games starting May 26 in Decatur at 3 p.m. The event, sponsored by Alabama Lions Clubs, will end with a North-South final in Birmingham on June 2 at 4 p.m. Net proceeds fund sight conservation, Helen Keller program inspired since 1925.
Rep Burt Talcott defends himself against charges of soliciting gifts from lobbyists for a congressional golf tournament. He recalls only three golf balls and a Sears cap, while acknowledging other items he received. Internal memos and letters show multiple gifts from Aerojet General, the American Cattlemen, and other sources, with staff distributing some windbreakers.
Billy Graham advises a reader who broke an engagement and fears responsibility for a boyfriend's suicide. He says loving is not the same as liking and that truth about the relationship removes murder liability while urging remorse, caution in future attachments, and faith for forgiveness. He cites Isaiah 55 about mercy.
Public notice from The Decatur Daily outlines a grievance policy for misstatements of fact. It promises full investigation and prompt redress if the complaint is found well founded. The notice appears in Decatur Alabama.
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