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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Nov 01, 1968

Page

4

Valley poised for Browns Ferry nuclear research center

Tennessee Valley Authority chair Aubrey J. Wagner announced Browns Ferry will host a 2 billion dollar research facility studying steam temperature effects on aquatic life. He billed the move as a catalyst for regional nuclear science growth and new high tech industries in the Valley.

Aubrey J. Wagner Tennessee Valley Authority Browns Ferry Tennessee Valley Wagner Chattanooga Kiwanis Gifford Pinchot North Alabama

Why educated people drift from Christianity

Billy Graham discusses why some educated individuals move away from the church noting watered down messages and a safe, uninspiring form of faith. He argues true Christianity challenges and excites followers and that genuine discipleship requires living with courage and moral purpose.

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Alabama Ballot Confusion Prompts Call for Simpler Presidential Electors

The article laments Alabama's six slates of presidential electors on the general election ballot and the absence of candidate names on the ballot. It urges public demand for clearer ballots and notes that 1972 could bring candidate names on the ballot if voters push for reform.

Alabama

Walker Hobbie Promotes State Employee Ethics Code

Rep. Walker Hobbie of Montgomery plans to push a legislative ethics code for all state employees including elected officials. A five member Commission on Governmental Ethics would enforce it to restore public confidence, prohibiting officials from personal gain and limiting state contact use for two years after leaving office.

Walker Hobbie Montgomery Hobbie Rep. Hobbie Alabama Commission On

Agnew Greek Ties Draw NATO Attention in 1960s Debate

Washington observers assess how Spiro Agnew as vice president might shape U.S. Greece policy amid support for the Greek military junta. The London Times notes Greek backers linked to Toni Pappas and CIA funds influence Greek politics, with Greek-Americans split on the junta.

Ston Spiro Agnew Greece NATO United States London Sunday Times Gov Agnew George Papandreou Andreas University of Minnesota University of California U.S Maryland The New York Times the Times Toni Pappas Nixon-Agnew Pappas Salonika Mediterranean Central Intelligence Agency Times Vuters

Grace Baptist Church to Leave Washington Over Safety Fears

Viewpoint by David Lawrence argues federal neglect of DC crime threatens churchgoers and residents. He cites Grace Baptist Church near Capitol Hill planning relocation after repeated attacks and vandalism, with robberies and assaults reported in the capital and Maryland suburbs.

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Pappas Helped Choose Agnew Vice Presidential Pick

The article details Tom Pappas involvement in selecting Spiro Agnew as Nixon’s running mate after a meeting at Lord Day and Lord. It notes initial support for Mayor John Lindsay, Thurmond’s negative response, and Pappas’ role in rallying Greek American donors, which largely fell short. It mentions Greek-American congressmen Brademas Kyros and Galifianakis.

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Prayer for true reliance on Thy bounty

A devotional invocation asking God to forgive turning from substance to shadow resources and to trust in Thy love through Jesus Christ. Signed by Dwight E. Stevenson, professor of homiletics at Lexington Theological Seminary in Kentucky.

Jesus Christ Dwight E. Stevenson Lexington, Ky Lexington Theological Seminary

Decatur Daily subscription details and misstatement notice

Public notice from Decatur Daily details delivery options and subscription rates and announces a misstatement policy. Includes carrier delivery, weekend issues, and service area in Decatur Alabama with associated postal and service information.

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