Hearnes proclaims mourning period for Truman in Missouri
Missouri Governor Hearnes declared a 50 day mourning period for former President Harry S Truman. Governor-elect Bond and Sen Eagleton offered tributes praising Truman’s courage and leadership. Officials ordered state flags to fly at half mast as Missouri honors its native son.
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War and Mrs R C Goshorn publishers and staff note
The Jefferson City News Tribune announces staff and publishing details for the period 1927 1953 and 1953 1959 with R L Rose board chairman Robert Blosser president Joseph G Majersky editor Donald S Norfleet managing editor and circulation rates for carrier and mail services in Jefferson City Missouri and surrounding counties.
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Truman Remembered as Courageous Leader Across Key Roles
World leaders and former colleagues praised Harry S Truman for courage and decisiveness during turbulent years. Wixon, Agnew, Johnson, Thurmond, Jackson, Nixon, and Hechler highlighted his humility, bluntness, and steady decisions that shaped the postwar era, while friends in Key West recalled his attentive, plainspoken manner.
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Tree of Lights aids 1152 in Jefferson City area
Salvation Army's Tree of Lights campaign in Jefferson City closed after raising 8157 dollars, surpassing the 8000 goal. About 1152 people, including 1130 toys for local children and 764 gifts for patients, benefited from donations and drives by firefighters, Boy Scout Troop 9, and Knights of Columbus.
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Christmas intruder eludes city search in festive joke tale
Jefferson City police hunted a man for investigation on a disturbance and vandalism charge during the holiday period. A Christmas Day report described a man dressed in red with a white beard disturbing children, allegedly vandalizing stockings and last seen in a bright sleigh pulled by eight tiny reindeer. Police said he was spotted on radar but got away and would be sought again next year.
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Woman Hurt in Broadway Two Car Crash
A 58 year old Overland woman Opal Arnel received minor injuries as a passenger in a two car crash in the 200 block of Broadway. Leonard N Arnel the 60 year old driver was uninjured. Emile Kressig 41 of 1123 W McCarty St was the other driver and five passengers were uninjured. Kressig was ticketed.
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End of an era marks Truman’s death in Jefferson City
Residents in downtown Jefferson City react to the death of former President Harry S Truman, calling him a great leader and a giant among men. They praise his wartime decisions, including the atomic bomb, and note his lasting influence on American history. The Missouri native is remembered with honor and dignity.
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Truman reminiscences from Jefferson City friends
Jefferson City residents recount Harry Truman visits and conversations with local figures including Judge Sam Blair, Maurice Milligan, Gov. Lloyd Crow Stark, and Howard Cook. Tales cover Truman’s stance on Pendergast, 1948 election reactions, and a 1957 Truman Library dedication, highlighting close ties and personal moments.
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Nation’s traffic toll totals 565 deaths weekend
The three day Christmas weekend traffic deaths totaled 565, below 1971’s 614 and far under 1965’s 720 record. The National Safety Council projected 550 to 650 deaths nationwide from December 22 to 25. Missouri outlook included mild Thursday cooling Friday and Saturday with mid 30s to 50s, and most areas in the 40s elsewhere.
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