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Newspaper
Jefferson City Post Tribune
Location
Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1973
Page
2
William H. Weldon publisher and Robert Bloser president lead the News Tripune Company in a tribute issue. The motto quotes Jefferson about free reason guiding truth and opposing error. The note underscores commitment to journalistic integrity and public accountability.
The House voted 319 to 80 to bar more than 5 billion in U S credit loans to the Soviet Union until Jews and others may emigrate freely. The measure excludes Poland and Yugoslavia and reflects broader Cold War tensions as Kissinger and U S officials respond to Soviet tactics.
Rep William Bray reports 1973 export gains come from a weak 1972 base. 1973 exports reach 1.5 million barrels by Sept 30 but remain under levels of 1969, 1970, and 1971. Imports rise 31 percent in first ten months of 1973, and refining limits plus price controls distort the market.
Kissinger’s private briefing shows Arab leaders view Israel as a dam protecting Zionism that can lose only once. They foresee ongoing wars, Arab unity on oil leverage, and internal Israeli tensions between Sephardic and Ashkenazi populations driving a slow, decades-long struggle with no final settlement on Arab terms.
A decade ago Gov. John Dalton spoke to eight consuls on Missouri's industrial promise. Eleven eastern Missouri farm families led by James Weltrop won district prizes in MU Extension's contest. Other notes include a 25 year look back on St Mary’s Hospital earning Class A status, and local sports and social items from Jefferson City and nearby areas.
A Yale law professor argues for a new seven-judge National Court of Appeals to handle up to 400 500 petitions a year, review all Supreme Court petitions, and reserve 175 200 for the high court. He contends the growing docket risks superficial review and eroding public confidence unless Congress acts.
A reader questions the choice of George Camp as director of the Department of Corrections. The letter urges a thorough background review, cites Camp’s stated opposition to capital punishment, and notes fear among inmates over integration and a planned seminar with lawyer William Kunstler. The writer argues parole releases and crime trends threaten Missouri citizens.
Washington analyzes how an Arab oil embargo could trigger widespread hardship abroad and at home, prompting a sweeping reassessment of dependence on Middle East supplies. The piece notes Europe and Japan rely heavily on Gulf oil, urges shifts to coal gasification, natural gas, and nuclear power, and discusses Saudi demands tied to Israeli withdrawal amid potential shortages and economic strain.
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