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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1968
Page
4
In a brief notice from Decatur, city officials report that Council member Wesley B. Smith has resigned his seat effective immediately. No successor named. process to fill vacancy to be determined by council actions and municipal procedures.
Editorial notes two Barry Goldwaters: the 1964 presidential candidate seen as unfriendly and poorly received, and a more relaxed version on a television program with Bill Miller. It recounts campaign tricks, entangled antics, and mutual praise, ending that both versions show contrasts in character and performance.
FBI figures show crime rose 17 percent in the first six months of 1965 versus 1964 with violent crimes up 18 percent. The piece argues prevention begins at home and through joint efforts by government, homes, churches, and schools to curb crime.
A statewide drive in Alabama seeks information on illegal whisky making and selling. Citizens are urged to report moonshine activity to authorities and avoid involvement in stills or front operations connected to illicit alcohol.
The article describes moonshine production as dangerous and profitable, with still owners resisting raids and risking violent confrontations with officers. It notes tax revenue loss from illegal liquor and the poisoning risk from lead salts, urging the public to report information to authorities.
Senator Murphy defended Vietnam elections citing fair ballots with candidates listed. Murphy noted Thieu Ky tickets appeared mid page as a Buddhist number nine symbol. The piece contends Catholics led government since Diem era, with Buddhists underrepresented and political tensions rising.
Viewpoint by David Lawrence warns that steel imports undermine US production as foreign rivals gain cost advantages. He argues for quotas or other restraints to stabilize imports, noting weak steel returns and rising prices amid broader export restrictions and labor costs.
Public notice from The Tennessee Valley Printing Alabama company outlines misstatement handling and redress policy. It lists subscription rates by mail and carrier delivery, including daily and Sunday options, weekly costs, and tax details. The notice emphasizes prompt investigation of grievances and toward redress.
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