Wallace says reappraisal needed if top chiefs oppose victory
Former Alabama Governor George C. Wallace said on ABC that if the joint chiefs of staff and the administration differ on Vietnam strategy a reappraisal of his stance would be required. He rejected invading or using nuclear weapons and urged ending the war through negotiated or military means if Paris talks fail.
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New York City Parade Opens HHH Campaign
Hubert H. Humphrey opens his campaign for president by riding in a Labor Day parade in New York City. He denounces militant violent street actions and avoids Detroit for a New York opener with labor leaders backing him. Several hundred demonstrators gather outside his hotel shouting Stop the war. Humphrey urges Nixon to join talks in Paris and returns to Minnesota for rest and strategy after the event.
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Cullman Major War Victim
A 34 year old Cullman man, Maj. William O Schmale, missing ten days, is reported killed in action in Vietnam. He was on his second tour and had received the Legion of Merit and the Navy Unit Commendation for heroism in support of See Cullman on Page 2.
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Cambodia admits Viet Cong cross border not bases
Phnom Penh reports Viet Cong troops cross frontier but deny permanent bases in Cambodia. Pope Paul VI endorses European unification as a stabilizing measure amid Czechoslovakia tensions. Red Cross to fly daylight relief to Biafra despite Nigerian threats. Newport News police curb violence after street clashes leave one dead and heavy damage.
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Beaches and Labor Day events mark national pause
Beaches and picnic areas across the nation fill as Labor Day observances proceed. In Alabama, the United Terry Club reunion near Courtland draws 1000 to 2000 Terrys from across the country. U S Rep Bob Jones and Scottsboro Mayor John Reid expected to attend. The Decatur Labor Council hosts a 6 30 p m street dance at Decatur Shopping Center with The Legends Tyme band. Perry Hooper and Jim Allen are among speakers. State troopers patrol statewide to curb accidents during the holiday weekend. seven deaths reported in Alabama by 8:30 a m today including traffic and boating incidents. See BEACHES On Page 2.
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Alabama
Cash For Used Furniture and Appliances Ad
Robinson's Warehouse on Second Ave buys used furniture and appliances. Call 353-2370 for details and appraisal.
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Fifth Photo Contest Open at Decatur Daily
The Decatur Daily opens its fifth weekly photo contest with a noon deadline on Saturday. Entries may be in four categories human interest scenes animals or children and color. Last week’s winners will be announced next Sunday with each winner receiving 5 dollars and eligibility for a 50 dollar grand prize after all six contests. Rules are on Page C-4.
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Da Nang Rockets Kill Civilians in Major Attack
Viet Cong rockets struck Da Nang on Ho Chi Minh anniversary, killing 27 Vietnamese and wounding 46 as residential areas bore the brunt. Fifty rockets hit civilian targets with five strikes causing light damage at the U.S. Navy headquarters and airbase, while one Marine and one South Vietnamese soldier died.Additional lighter fire hit Dien Ban and Tam Ky.
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Black Power Delegates Back Separate Nation Plan
Delegates at the third national Black Power conference in Philadelphia vote to back the creation of a separate black nation, army, and political party within the United States. Officials caution the recommendations from about 3,000 attendees at the four day event are not binding, with emphasis on a black political party and nation ideas arising from a workshop led by Ron Karenga.
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U S Sees No Imminent Soviet Move On Romania
U S officials say intelligence from Eastern Europe convicts that a Soviet invasion of Romania is not imminent. President Johnson warned aggressors not to misjudge American policy as Rusk and the Soviet envoy Dobrynin discussed the Romanian situation. The administration, noting no concrete assurances from Moscow, maintains no current threat of a new offensive in Eastern Europe.
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Fifty Dollar Gridiron Forecast Prize Contest
A fifty dollar prize awaits the winner of this week's Gridiron Forecast contest. Clip the page C-1 coupon, mail to Gridiron Forecast P O Box 1527 Decatur Alabama 35601. Subscribing Daily earns twenty percent and a perfect pick adds two hundred dollars. Entries must reach by 4 p.m. Friday. A front door slot on Johnston Street allows mailing entries if needed.
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Transferred Call Ad for SHARP MOVERS
An advertisement offers moving services from SHARP MOVERS with a free estimate and a contact phone number 353 2828 for a transition or transfer needs.
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