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Newspaper
Jefferson City Post Tribune
Location
Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1971
Page
2
The article discusses contractors losses from the JFK memorial project and possible taxpayer funding. It notes Greta Samein and Charles Percy proposing annual support to honor the grounds and memorial. It cites a $1.6 million monument cost and private funds covering about 5 million in construction costs.
At the Missouri Capitol hearings Gov Hearnes faced union pressure over wage demands. A labor dispute surfaced as unions push for raises well above $1.25 an hour for general labor while state officials caution against inflation. The episode reflects broader budget tensions and political friction as state bodies review pay scales and labor costs.
A fragmented critique of network television news coverage calls for objectivity checks as observers note skewed reporting on events in Iran, China, Moscow, Havana and Cuba. The piece questions whether news programs ever scrutinize propaganda or parade displays while highlighting perceived biases.
The piece argues that the Greek concept of democracy long included both free citizens and slaves. It notes accusations that Greece is undemocratic due to lacking a functioning parliament, while describing recent reforms and new committees as steps toward a modern representative system. It contrasts Greece’s economic gains under the new regime with fears of a return to past corruption.
The letter laments materialism and loss of Christmas spirit emphasizing harmony of spirit mind and body with God. It critiques secularized celebrations and praises Jesus as the humble birth, while defending high school athletes against public criticism and urging patience with sports leaders and players. Mark Oraitt, mt Council.
A garbled excerpt references Congress and budget relief, mentioning Deeetell returning to Washington and criticism of freeloaders. It cites Williese B. Sullivan of Vale Oregon and Mrs Jerene Sitter, with remarks about terminations and favoritism involving several individuals including Joanne Sham and Schacter.
The piece notes Nixon may skip the New Hampshire contest or run with Henry Cabot Lodge as a stand-in to bolster a peace focused image. Lodge, Nixon’s 1960 VP candidate, has support and familiarity in New Hampshire, having previously led a write in campaign defeating Goldwater and Rockefeller. If a conservative GOP candidate enters, Lodge’s 1972 odds could shift.
A fragmented almanac note recalls events from 1961 including Sunday sales laws debate and a local fire incident where Mrs. Freak Michels Jr escaped with singed hair and a candle flame. It also mentions the Jefferson City Junior College Bear basketball team and a high school season update with a superintendent meeting held Wednesday night.
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