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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1972
Page
4
An opinion piece argues for expanding Decatur Chamber of Commerce membership to broaden city leadership and community benefits. It urges business and professional people to join, noting more members equal greater influence and improved prospects for Decatur’s growth and quality of life.
Decatur and Morgan County residents are asked to donate blood during visits Thursday and Friday to meet a goal of at least 1 500 pints. Dr J V Sailors urges participation at St Johns Episcopal Parish House, noting 4 200 pints were used last year and blood cannot be bought.
The article questions President Nixon's Russia visit and the timing of accords on space, disease and more. It notes signs of monthslong negotiations but suggests coincidence with the president's appearance wearing a campaign button.
Tough questions face voters Tuesday as Amendment One could alter property taxes across the state. A No vote would raise taxes. a Yes vote would reduce them. The Daily notes this editorial on the potential pocketbook impact.
The Promoters forecast about 15 000 attendees for the Southeastern All Arabian Horse Show opening today at Southeastern Riding Academy. Visitors from out of town and state are expected, and Decatur welcomes them to explore the area during the event.
Ted Kennedy signaling conditional support for McGovern if the California primary is close. The two rivals work to avoid smear campaigns and protect gains in California and elsewhere as they aim to derail Nixon in November. Kennedy’s stance follows prior refusals and shifts via intermediaries while both camps balance loyalty and strategy.
Viewpoint argues Moscow may influence Hanoi but keep public stance unchanged until Paris talks resume. It notes Soviet leverage, broader gains for Russia, and careful signaling as Nixon visits Moscow. Analysts expect discreet support for resumed Paris negotiations without public announcements.
The Decatur Daily owned by Tennessee Valley Printing Co. lists W. R. Shelton as founder and editor from 1912 to 1924. It states misstatements are unintentional and invites corrections with prompt redress if found valid. Subscription rates are shown for mass daily and weekend editions with carrier delivery options.
Billy Graham counsels a teen reader to handle wild classmates with humility and character. He notes youths may conform to peers, warns against smugness, and says living by conviction can elevate the group. He urges reliance on Christ as the source of strength.
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