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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1971
Page
4
Obituary notice marks Commodore Stef W. Shelton founder and editor of My Country column as Decatur Daily entry chronicles his legacy from 1912 to 1924. The May 28 1971 edition honors his patriotic style and lasting influence on the paper.
The Alabama Safety Council urges two legislative proposals to improve road safety. Proposals include periodic driver license examinations and allowing arrests with probable cause for intoxicated drivers. The piece argues for broader reforms such as re testing, vehicle inspection, and mandatory driver education.
A reader argues that stealing time at work is as wrong as stealing money and that Christians must act justly in all dealings. The reply urges fair wages, proper facilities, and living out faith in every relation, urging self-examination and spiritual renewal through Christ.
Sheriff John McBride urges owners to document serial numbers and identifying marks for valuables to improve recovery chances. He advises listing serials for all items and marking those without numbers to aid law enforcement in locating stolen property. This public tips piece stresses proactive identification over theft prevention alone.
Decatur Recreation Department launches an eight week day camp from June 14 for 8 to 12 year olds. Activities include canoeing swimming fishing and campfire building. Director Jimmy Brown says 800 youngsters can be reached and the program is a strong wholesome summer option. If successful, it will continue beyond this year.
Nixon's visit measures Alabama's political temperature and asks whether to court Alabama in 1972 or abandon hope if Wallace seeks the presidency. It notes Southern gains under Democratic rule and the South's survival through Republican eras.
Washington column reports a 48 page HEW Social and Rehabilitation Service review found more than 18 million dollars in noncompetitive contracts with inadequate justifications and poor postaward oversight. It cites broader abuses in HEW and government snooping including millions of dossiers by the Civil Service Commission and FBI files. It notes DOT parking subsidies and a free 225000 dollar flight tab for National Guard generals at a private pow wow in Santa Fe.
President Nixon tells editors in Birmingham a new era in international relations is forming. He cites relations with Red China and growing nuclear capability, calls for balanced arms agreements, and stresses a strong American economy to sustain military strength and high living standards.
The Decatur Daily publishes weekdays and Saturdays with Sunday mornings under Tennessee Valley Printing Co. It states misstatement policy and offers full investigation and redress for grievances. Delivery by carrier with annual and monthly rates shown.
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