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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1963
Page
4
The crowd at the Decatur Red Raiders home game signals stadium expansion needed. Hartselle residents study plans to enlarge local stadiums, Athens considers a similar move, and Huntsville has built a football field befitting a growing city. The region’s growth is evident.
The piece notes occasional calls by some Black leaders to cut federal funds as publicity stunts in Alabama and Mississippi. It argues such suggestions lack substance but reflects a long standing political rule that the victor gets the spoils. It contends federal programs will not be cut, though particular federally funded installations may be reconsidered.
The September bulletin of the Morgan County League of Women Voters urges progress on a statewide voter reidentification law after House passage failed in the Senate due to filibuster. Norma Brewer cites counties purging lists, noting large purges in Elmore Jefferson and Montgomery. argues 42 counties remain unreidentified and calls for renewed effort next session.
A broad public clash pits President Kennedy against Republicans over a 11 billion annual tax cut tied to promised spending limits. Republicans demand current and next fiscal-year expenditures stay under 97 and 98 billion, while Kennedy vows restraint without ceding control. The dispute highlights party unity and economic philosophy distinctions.
The piece contrasts leadership and boss traits via Gordon Selfridge’s approach and benefits. It then shifts to politics, noting a Republican push against President Kennedy in 1964 over fiscal policy, presenting a nostalgic, bread and butter issue framed as partisan combat in American politics.
Drew Pearson reports Truman agreed to join a fund to rebuild bombed Birmingham churches and homes. Rev John H Cross describes damage while FBI fingerprints block repair estimates. The piece lists longtime supporters and officials backing the cause and notes Kefauver driven financial disclosure measures for federal judges.
David Lawrence argues a one year moratorium on racial demonstrations could reduce violence and help both sides seek a meeting of minds. He urges church leaders to promote restraint and private dialogue, stressing reason over street action and the need for mutual understanding in desegregation debates.
Sylvia Porter reports Agriculture Dept findings show 116 of 138 convenience foods cost more than home prepared versions, yet these pricier items make up only a tiny share of purchases. Per 100 dollars spent, 14.08 goes to convenience foods versus 15.10 for fresh, with frozen juice, canned peas, and instant coffee notable. Saving time also lowers cost per hour for many items, while overall quality remains only slightly behind fresh.
A Winchester bank held an open house and awarded a patron about $109, the equivalent of one day’s interest at four percent on $1 million. The gesture highlighted the bank’s promotional event in Winchester, Kentucky.
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