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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1973
Page
4
Editorial urges widespread adoption of bright flags on bicycles to improve visibility for riders. It argues the flag helps motorists notice riders, especially when a bicycle is obscured by other vehicles, and asks readers to consider the value of a child's safety and worth.
Ground preparation for the Jim Dandy Co plant here will start mid month. The facility will be the first step in a broader pet food operation, processing corn for the Birmingham plant, with full local operation by early 1975. More than 3,000 residents in Morgan, Limestone, Lawrence and Cullman counties could qualify for up to 150,000 dollars monthly under a Social Security Administration supervised Supplemental Security Income program. Those already on rolls are automatically covered. others 65 or older or blind or disabled with limited income may apply.
The piece notes Congress will resume amid Watergate fallout as Nixon blames congressional preoccupation for stalled health and welfare legislation. It contrasts White House claims with a Congressional Quarterly view showing active work, veto battles, and impasses over spending and New Federalism proposals.
A Salute to Elks Lodge 655 notes Americans view flags along highways on July 4 and Flag Day. Administrators estimate up to 3,200 eligible for Social Security benefits while policy debates focus on Congressional confirmations, auto insurance, rail crisis plans, Nixon trade reform, revenue bills, and a target adjournment date of October 15 amid Watergate distractions.
Washington whispers about President Nixon losing temper under Watergate strain after a New Orleans incident where he shoved aide Ron Ziegler. Sources say he seethes privately, often bottling wrath, with public calm masking inner bitterness and bursts during crises.
A compact reflection on how secrecy and mystery often accompany vice and roguery, drawing from Samuel Johnson. The note frames secrecy as a precursor to wrongdoing and hints at moral warning.
The text argues self centeredness is natural and worsened by pride but should not be eliminated. It advises balancing self care with love for others, citing Jesus. By living Christ centered and serving others, personal problems gain perspective and health returns. Sacrifice and neighborly love guide transformation.
The notice lists subscription prices for daily and Sunday editions across zones. Rates include annual, monthly, and carrier delivery options with tax included. The text references W R Shelton as founder editor and the Debitur mailing details.
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