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Newspaper
Jefferson City Post Tribune
Location
Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1968
Page
2
The text honors William H. Weldon, publisher, and Robert Bossler, president, quoting Jefferson about pursuing truth and tolerating error when reason remains free to examine it. It underscores a commitment to liberty of thought and open inquiry as guiding principles.
The editorial rebukes Mayor John G. Christy for seeking Council input in police appointments. It defends strict adherence to the Police Department merit system, notes annexation creating vacancies, and urges faster qualification rules and ending political influence. It also calls for honoring the mayor’s duty to appoint qualified officers while legalizing the merit system free of political interference.
A Richmond News Leader summary notes the House Committee on Un-American Activities produced many legislative recommendations in the 90th Congress. Proposals included penalties for trade with states in armed conflict, restricting travel by security interests, denying passports to suspected world Communist agitators, barring Communist-leaning personnel from defense facilities, and creating a center to study Communist tactics. Some became law, others failed or await reintroduction. The piece argues HCUA’s work forms much of the nation’s internal security laws despite political attacks.
In a critical view of U S foreign policy, the piece argues Nixon must reject the premise that the United States cannot police the world. It contends past leaders erred by restraining Vietnam policy and that only a robust U S leadership under Nixon can deter communist aggression and preserve global security. It urges adherence to Truman era regional treaties and allied defense commitments.
Analyzed is the impact of foreign welfare and defense costs on the dollar. It argues the pound and franc fall while the West German mark stays strong due to domestic thrift. It credits U S spending from 52.3 to 112.4 billion and Vietnam costs, urging withdrawal of troops while sustaining NATO protection with airpower and overseas guards.
An open letter to Mayor Christy and the City Council objects to a proposed higher business license tax. The author argues licenses are permits not taxes and criticizes targeting merchants, noting small profits and urging an earnings tax as fairer. He cites past increases and mentions statements by Mr. Stone in the News-Tribune.
A letter complains that street renumbering in the capital city causes inconvenience. The writer fears creditors may struggle to locate his family during the move and questions the added cost of notifying them. Santa’s ability to find the children’s new address is a stated concern.
President elect Nixon will pursue diplomacy to secure the release of the Pueblo crew, rejecting a military seizure plan. He supports Johnson administration talks at Panmunjom and seeks Soviet help, while North Korea demands apology and reparations.
Nelson J. Vincent to keep City Hall taxes office open Saturdays through December. Gov Blair and Paul Sims attend Kansas City dinner for C R Mitchell elected President of United States Savings Loans League. David Brydon and Earl Hilton to be inducted into Pi Sigma Alpha at Missouri in December. Fire destroyed a Model A Ford owned by John Erhardt. Chamber of Commerce nominates 12 directors for three year terms. Jefferson City United Rabbit Breeders Association formed with A T Becker president. C B Corwin welcomes a new grandson. Editorial notes that chewing gum taxes will be reduced.
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