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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1973
Page
4
Editors urge faith in American self rule after Chile’s overthrow by the military. The piece contrasts civilian governance with South American revolts, arguing four year presidential terms sustain stability and praising U S democratic traditions while criticizing possible imitations.
Nixon administration and congressional sources doubt a tax hike next year despite discussions of a temporary 10 percent income tax increase and a brief cut in investment incentives. Melvin Laird hinted at the word tax while noting questions from reporters as Capitol observers said Congress will resist tax increases in an election year.
George Gallup report from Princeton finds over 90 percent favor the United States despite widespread public dissatisfaction with politics and government. About 74 percent rate the nation highly favorable, with racial and age gaps but no group rating unfavorable by more than one in seven. The survey notes Watergate’s impact on trust, with two in three suspecting unethical conduct by some Senators and Representatives.
Washington report claims EEOC chairman William Brown was removed for enforcing equal pay and civil rights. AT&T paid 15 million in damages and faced yearly policy costs, prompting alleged White House and AT&T pressure. Powell replaces Brown. notes on patent lobbying and Haldeman incident accompany broader political context.
Charles de Gaulle remarks that thinking politics too seriously should involve more than politicians, implying broader civic reflection beyond official actors.
The letter argues that prayer should reflect genuine desire, not rote phrases. It cites Matthew 6 7 on vain repetitions and Bunyan on heartfelt prayer, urging a living, expectant parent child relationship with God rather than formulaic praying.
Norman Vincent Peale recounts a county attorney's calm handling of tax liens and deeds at a Rotary Club. The attorney faced hostile questions yet stayed composed, demonstrating five factors for cool presence: being right with yourself, non resentment toward critics, sensible preparedness, and strength drawn from quiet confidence.
King Gustav VI Adolf of Sweden died in Helsingborg hospital at age 90 after an emergency operation and 20 days of critical treatment. Crown Prince Carl Gustaf, 27, and other relatives were at the hospital as the crown prince ascended to the throne as King Carl XVI Gustaf. A formal investiture will occur within three days.
Decatur Daily, published by Tennessee Valley Printing Co. in Decatur Alabama, lists founder editor W R Shelton 1912 1924 and states subscription rates by mail and carrier for daily and Sunday editions including trade zone pricing.
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