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Newspaper
Jefferson City Post Tribune
Location
Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1971
Page
2
Publisher William B. Weldon and President Robert Blosser assure readers they will pursue accuracy and defend free reason, echoing a Jefferson quote about tolerating error to let truth prevail in the newsroom.
Missouri lawmakers push to end the secrecy of individual committee votes. Senator Don Manford and Representative Bus King propose bills requiring open records of lawmakers notes and public disclosure of voting on bills in committee. Supporters say openness strengthens accountability. opponents warn of political pressures and reputational concerns.
Dale Richardson of Omaha won a federal case after leaving the Communications Workers of America. A district court and the Eighth Circuit upheld damages, with the union ordered to pay Richardson 250000 plus 70 percent of 92000 while Western Electric pays 30 percent. The ruling supports nonmembers facing union harassment and aims to deter such conduct.
Protesters mobilize against United Presbyterian Church decision to contribute 10080 dollars to the Angela Davis Defense Fund. The action prompts widespread protests from congregations and public figures, highlighting tensions over support for the defense fund in Washington.
A public affairs analysis argues that Awami League leaders erred by pursuing independence amid a fragile constitutional order in Pakistan in 1971. It warns that secession would devastate East Pakistan, devastate refugee impacts, and burden the people with war and economic ruin, urging nonviolent cooperation and restraint.
Rep Edward J Derwinski voices strong defense of Lithuania Latvia and Estonia at the United Nations condemning Soviet annexation and deportations. He argues for self determination and criticizes Communism as stagnation and imperialism while urging U S courage against Soviet pressure.
A reader letter column discusses concerns about elementary education quality and urges clearer instruction in reading writing and grammar. The exchange includes criticisms of a columnist's stance and a Naval Reserve chaplain's note praising Marines, plus a language question about expressing dates. Dr Rafferty invites questions for his column.
Cole County notes a half completed guard rail along Hayselton Drive with completion expected this week pending weather as Street Commissioner Charles Enlon reports. Salvation Army says December 19 is deadline to register for Christmas bureau food baskets. Captain Wayne Lockhart announces. Trinity Lutheran first graders donate one toy each to aid underprivileged children, led by Mrs. Clifford Scheperle. Charley Brown and Keith Hendrix of the undefeated Senior Highways earn Missouri All Star team honors.
Residents in central Missouri may submit signed letters to The Mail Bag at News-Tribune Publications 21 Monroe St Jefferson City MO. Letters must include correct address and phone numbers. publication is optional and editors may edit for clarity. Limit 239 words. longer letters will not be printed.
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