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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1969
Page
4
An editorial urges city beautification efforts to improve appearances and mood. It notes Bank street improvements, junk removal, plantings, and cost effective painting and trimming, suggesting the city may assist private property owners and stressing long term benefits for residents and tourism.
A reader discusses the verse Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart and soul and mind and strength. He argues the verse implies a unity of heart mind soul and body and warns against loving God by only one faculties. The piece emphasizes total dedication and cautions against sentimental or self serving forms of devotion.
An unsigned essay urges praise in daily life to lift morale amid social issues. It cites recognizing good work at home and work, praises small acts, and cites Frank Smith TVA Board of Directors. The piece appears in The Jackson Clarion-Ledger and references Decatur Daily and regional publications.
William Buckley, longtime critic of Gov. Rockefeller, to join the U.S. Information Agency Advisory Commission replacing Sigurd Larmon. Buckley edits National Review and has authored works on conservatism while shaping New York politics. The piece also notes controversy over United Congressional Appeal funds linked to Nazi front Carto and responses from several congressmen and public figures.
Viewpoint by David Lawrence assesses Senator Edward Kennedy’s early 1972 presidential bid. It notes Kennedy’s antiwar criticism of Nixon era military strategy, including Hamburger Hill, and discusses potential political risks of challenging allied commanders, risk of alienating party leaders, and the need for a united Democratic front at the convention.
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