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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1968
Page
4
The piece argues that presidents should push programs to train workers, start with basics like showing up on time and filling forms, and stresses local leadership as the engine to keep millions of Americans employed at home and reduce reliance on federal funds. It urges communities to pursue available training and development opportunities regardless of political affiliation.
Billy Graham discusses inequality and communism criticizing lavish leaders while global poverty grows. He cites Parade Magazine on Kim Il Sung and argues moral standards matter more than political systems amid America's evolving social norms. Time will tell whether these trends endure.
Congressional Quarterly notes Wallace crowds and polls hint growing strength. A mid September 13 state swing yielded plans to gain about 90 electoral votes. Gallup data through September 15 put Wallace at 20 percent nationally with 38 percent in the South and notable support in the Midwest and border states.
Drew Pearson comments on Congress and George Wallace proposing to roll back desegregation and nuclear treaties. He notes the 12 years since the Supreme Court ruling and cites Western High School as integrated example while warning that capitulating to such aims risks a divided nation. He reflects on his grandson Drew Pearson Arnold's wedding and the generational shift.
Viewpoint notes voters are driven by emotional questions, with fears about crime and civil disorder shaping choices. Nixon promises a national law enforcement council, Humphrey cites order and justice, Wallace calls for stern policy, while many seek action to reduce riots and racial tensions. The piece highlights integration and housing debates as pivotal, with a general desire for change despite satisfactory living costs.
A short notice lists subscription pricing for daily and Sunday editions, plus carrier and motor route rates. The item also notes postage details and mentions the publication’s association with AP and NYT News Service.
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