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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 27, 1969

Page

4

Burger to become 15th Chief Justice amid ethics push

President may appoint Warren E Burger as chief justice with Senate confirmation seen as likely. A code of ethics for federal judges is discussed including annual income reporting, restrictions on outside work, and secrecy within the judiciary. Public demand for accountability remains high in light of past misconduct.

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Westward spread of early missionary activity

The text argues not all missionaries moved west, noting Paul originated in Asia Minor and completed in Europe where the Gospel spread widely. It asserts Western acceptance influenced Christian ethics and Western culture, while the Gospel also moved east through India, though with less enthusiasm from eastern peoples.

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No Vote for 18 Year-Olds in Congress View

The piece argues against lowering the voting age to 18, noting campus disorder harms lawmakers’ support. It compares maturity to enlistment and cites campus unrest as the main hurdle, predicting no action until campuses regain orderly, learning-centered status.

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Legislative Annexation Help Eyed

A letter to the editor questions political tactics in Morgan County and urges action on building the Lurleen Wallace Mental Institute. The writer cites a First Page story and urges voters to voice opposition at the next election, naming two legislators and advocating county support for the hospital project.

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Washington Vietnam troop withdrawal plan disclosed by GOP leaders

Washington officials say a withdrawal of U S troops from Vietnam with South Vietnamese replacements could begin this year with Saigon proposing the idea. Rand Corp and Hudson Institute have drafted withdrawal projections and Paris negotiators near a military settlement. Nixon and Thieu plan a mid-Pacific meeting on June 8 to discuss a political settlement as Saigon reportedly studies allowing Communist voters while Thieu seeks a longer presidential term.

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Nixon may name Burger chief justice amid debate on picks

Viewpoint discusses President Nixon's potential appointment of Warren Burger as chief justice, arguing for bench experience and criticizing political influence in selections. It cites past chief justices and notes Burger’s candid, principled stance, while touching on Nixon’s Vietnam strategy and BIPAC fundraising.

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