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Newspaper
Jefferson City Post Tribune
Location
Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1963
Page
1
The News Tribune Company presents a motto from Thomas Jefferson stating that truth should lead and error be tolerated only while reason remains free to combat it. The banner emphasizes commitment to free inquiry and principled journalism.
Newly elected president pro tem Perry Hawes Jr. urged rapid action on Route 54 relocation with State Highway officials and to convene the Park Board to resolve voucher questions. He called for Finance Committee to assess next year’s revenue needs while Mayor Christy’s return is awaited. A five member committee will study the city’s fiscal picture and a debate over Gross Receipts Tax continues to fade.
A stubborn basement fire at the 14 story Jefferson State Office building tested the Jefferson City Fire Department, Police Department, and nearby crews. Cole County Sheriff Auxiliary volunteers aided with hoses and vigil. Marines turned volunteers kept watch overnight while others battled the blaze and prevented rekindling.
The FDA warns against food fads while praising the abundance and quality of staple foods in modern American stores. It notes mass distribution as a key factor, with chains leading and non chain retailers following, benefiting the American family through nutrition and access.
In eight months both parties will hold nominating conventions for a cross-country fight. Johnson faces factional hostility and a crowded field. Humphrey Kennedy and others barge to influence the race while Goldwater Nixon and Rockefeller maneuver for late-state advantage. The contest promises daily clashes through winter and spring with July winners ready for a national tour.
Senator Barry Goldwater suggested selling the Tennessee Valley Authority to private investors drawing swift pushback from Tennessee officials. He argued private ownership could raise revenue and maintain power service, noting TVA’s tax exemption lowers rates. Critics fear loss of public benefit, while Goldwater pressed for taxpayer status for TVA gains.
Senator Barry Goldwater lauds President Johnson for immediate actions in a time of national mourning. Johnson reassured the world with calm leadership, met with key aides and foreign leaders, and planned future talks with De Gaulle. The piece praises his resolve, noting continuity and confidence for America and allies.
In Odessa Texas the article questions whether a future politician will run on a platform promising high profits freedom from taxation freedom for investment and a return to a free market. It argues such a shift would start by firing bureaucrats and shutting government offices and asks which politician would push this agenda.
A call to civic action urges citizens to contact their lawmakers to express views on current bills. It lists Senators Stuart Symington and Edward Long and Representatives Richard Ichord Clarence Cannon with district details for the Eighth and Ninth Congressional Districts.
A critical piece denounces Communist smear campaigns against ex members like Manning Johnson Louis Budenz Elizabeth Bentley John Lautner and Bella Dodd. It argues Red propaganda aims to discredit testimony on conspiracy and deter others from exposing subversion while urging readers to note ex Communists as valuable informants.
Walter Trohan analyzes President Johnsons seven member commission to investigate JFKs assassination and the Oswald slaying. He notes potential issues including lack of subpoena power, questions over Congress members on the panel, and the risk of closed door inquiries feeding myths. He questions Warren's selection and urges frank, public hearings.
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