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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1949
Page
4
Veterans of two wars join the American Legion to form a influential bloc. Conventions have become important sounding boards for enunciators of public policies and community issues.
The Talladega Daily Home passed on comment about Justice Frank Murphy’s death, citing the same restraint as The Daily. It quotes The Selma Journal criticizing Murphy’s era, arguing his supporters aided a drift toward socialism and a shift of national authority to figures like him.
The Daily’s headline Truman Will Keep Vaughan contrasts with Selma Times Journal urging Vaughan’s removal. The piece argues public office is a public trust, condemns patronage and pressure groups, and calls for lawmakers to enact solid, honest legislation rather than seek re election at the expense of the people.
District Rotary governor Jim Rankin praised Sylacauga's civic life during a visit. The community house hosted University women, boxers, a Rotary meeting, and a TV show. A professional choir led by Fred Waring's methods drew 68 men, with earnings from public appearances funding further local projects. The chorus travels from Sylacauga to events, using dues and paid performances to support local civic work.
The State Department worries over a Brazil US dispute driven by a loan plan. Brazil balks at a 200 million loan while seeking 40 million to develop Minas Geraes. New York bankers alleged to press for the big loan. Ambassador Nabuco and Envoy Barbosa Mello navigate the quarrel as Minas Geraes governor Campos eyes succession.
Former Secretary of War Harry Woodring and Defense Secretary Louis Johnson, once bitter rivals over rearmament and war entry, reconciled at a Legion banquet. Woodring praised Johnson and greeted him warmly, signaling a rare return to cordial relations between the two Kansans and longtime colleagues.
Gael Sullivan, former executive director of the Democratic National Committee, emerges in a brief notice detailing her career and recent activities within party leadership and public affairs.
The piece urges learning to live with others for personal growth and a healthy community. It highlights five traits: wise action considering others, fair dealing, accepting both good and bad moments, teamwork and cooperation, and unselfishness.
New York Sept 2 Geneval Harry Vaughan is criticized for ethical standards seen as lower than the West Point ideal. The piece accuses Vaughan of promoting emergency generals and praises civilians in national guard duties while linking various political figures and alleged graft to Roosevelts and Hyde Park morals. It cites Elliott, Michelson, Costello, Helis, and Pearson in a sweeping critique of postwar political corruption.
Washington Sept 2 The wage hour law is set for change but the exact provisions await a joint committee compromise. The 1938 act establishes a 40 cent minimum and time and a half for overtime, with coverage altering by bill. The House and Senate differ on who remains protected, with potential executive action pending.
An American Legionnaire John T Pace recalls how communists blamed Hoover and MacArthur for the 1932 bonus march. Pace, once a communist, details the 1932 Washington protest led by Walter Waters, the Hooverville camps, clashes with police, and the looming political showdown as veterans demand $2.4 billion in adjusted service certificates.
The Theatre Owners of America now runs a national film festival set for October to showcase top films released during the month. Buffalo engineer J Fruchtbaum says his small business has faced no government service hurdles or political influence and has easy access to data from the Commerce Department and ECA. Ralph Helstein of the CIO United Packinghouse Workers denies union involvement in a recent New York leftist meeting and asserts no anti-Communist bias in his union. Senator support backs U.S. attorney Pickett for the Cheyenne federal court of appeals, with recommendations from Senators O'Mahoney and Hunt. Dr. Raymond of the University of Washington state aims to reorganize military medical administration and advocate chiropodist commissioning. Senator Lister Hill receives praise for defending the President's public power program amid Alabama opposition.
The article states that natural gas pipelines must withstand a pressure of 1000 psi per square inch to ensure safety and prevent leaks. It emphasizes material strength and testing standards for pipeline integrity.
The nation's largest Indian pageant is held each August in Gallup New Mexico. The event draws participants and spectators from across tribes, showcasing cultural dances, costumes, and performances in a celebration of Native heritage.
Central Baptist church will start a new schedule for part of its services beginning Sunday September 4. Sunday school starts at 9 45 A M training unions at 6 45 P M evening preaching and prayer services at 8 P M Wednesday has weekly meetings at 7 P M with varying groups each week and a monthly officers leaders meeting on the fourth Wednesday. The Sunday morning bus to West Decatur will depart 10 minutes later.
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