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Newspaper
Jefferson City Post Tribune
Location
Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1963
Page
2
William H. Weldon, president of News Tribune Company, declares faith in pursuing truth and tolerating error while keeping reason free to contest it, invoking Thomas Jefferson as the guiding principle for press integrity and freedom.
The piece argues that Haitis dictator Francois Duvalier faces new dangers as an exiled Haitian force of about 250 men led by General Leon Cantave lands near Cap Haitien. It criticizes Duvalier as brutal and corrupt, questions the future governance of the region, and urges careful U.S. stance toward revolutions and democracy amid regional dictatorships and potential Communist influence.
The Worker reports a Communist Party USA praised nuclear test treaty as erasing fallout threats. It contrasts with Kennedy’s public stance, cites Dulles as obstacle, and notes SANE and Women’s League support. A Newark rally on August 6 publicizes the pact. Gun Hall lauds peaceful coexistence and Khrushchev.
Russell Kirk argues that public opinion polls distort rather than reflect opinion and examines Gallup Harris California polls showing Goldwater leading Rockefeller. He notes conservatives dominate GOP ranks and predicts Rockefeller’s motive is 1968 exposure, while Goldwater’s momentum grows with party leaders and voters.
International carrier Pan American World Airways proposes a Thrift Class to cut fares. From New York to London could be 160 dollars, a 103 dollar drop, while California to Hawaii would be 100 dollars one way from 133. Service would begin November 1 to Hawaii, pending International Air Transportation Association approval amid anticipated government input.
President Kennedy avoided a delay in the rail labor dispute by passing the buck to Congress. Five Democratic Senators led by Clair Engle seek a 60 day delay to force a stance on featherbedding, despite court rulings and commissions against it. The issue hinges on whether Congress or a possible nationwide rail strike will settle the matter.
The author argues that Supreme Court rulings on prayer and secular education provoke a debate on theology and politics. He warns that removing religious symbols from public life risks eroding a higher majesty guiding state and society, and urges consideration of constitutional and religious duties in keeping signs of faith in public ceremonies.
A civic notice urges readers to contact their lawmakers on important issues. It lists Sen. Stuart Symington, Sen. Edward V. Long, Rep. Richard Ichard, and Rep. Clarence Cannon with their Washington addresses and notes districts including Cole, Boone, Cooper, Moniteau, Morgan, Miller, Camden, Maries, Pulaski, Phelps, Osage, Gasconade, Callaway and Franklin counties.
National affairs analysis notes President Kennedy suggesting demonstrations by Negro groups are subsiding while events in New York City, Brooklyn, Boston, and Clarksdale show continued activity, arrests, and clashes. The piece contrasts Kennedy’s cautious stance with ongoing media coverage and local actions across the country.
The column argues that labeling opponents as witch hunts obscures a real internal Communist threat. It cites FBI director Hoover on espionage, Soviet agent recruitment, and a July indictment of four individuals including a Soviet UN official. Life Lines urges awareness over denial, defending free speech while warning of national security risks.
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