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Newspaper
Jefferson City Post Tribune
Location
Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1968
Page
2
The News Tribune presents a civic motto from Thomas Jefferson urging fearless pursuit of truth and free reasoning. The note frames editorial spirit but contains no reportable event, person, or local detail.
Larry Meisel of St. Louis resigned last Saturday as finance chairman of the State GOP, a move viewed as a major setback for the party. In two years he raised $500,000, more than the prior eight years combined. Supporters praised his recruitment skills and a pivotal essay urging business leaders to engage in politics. Critics blamed a left‑wing faction for the upheaval and for dumping Dorman Steelman, aiming to gain patronage. Voters are urged to express disapproval of the group’s actions to state committeemen.
A federal grand jury near completion is expected to provide a balanced, objective account of violence at the Democratic National Convention. Chief Judge William J. Campbell criticized the Walker report for its rushed 53 day limit and lack of objectivity. He urged grand jury testimony under proper legal rules. Rep. Richard Sehr criticized the Walker report as unprofessional and novel-like, urging the grand jury to deliver the definitive account.
Broken A string in Vladimir Horowitz’s piano caused a jangling pause during a New York City recital. A technician swiftly cut the string, Horowitz resumed and finished to thunderous applause with four encores, earning new fans for his composure under pressure.
Washington report praises the Nixon cabinet as capable and efficient while noting that true assessment rests on President Nixon’s actions. The piece compares Nixon’s peace messaging to Kennedy and Johnson, urges frank leadership, and calls for firm stances on Soviet influence and UN principles.
A reader argues about inflation forecasts and the editorial on inflation and taxes, noting a 1948 projection and a current $14,828 figure, then questions Washington leadership and the dollar value. The letter also references a 1970s dollar worth claim and the need to face reality.
A urging civic duty letter to readers about informing Congressmen, with sample names and district details. It lists Sen Stuart Symington and Sen Edward V. Lang, plus Reps Ichord and Hungate, with their Washington offices and district counties. It encourages appreciative, constructive communication and timeliness in addressing district, state, and national problems.
Henry Taylor reports on the Nixon era outlook for 1969 with expectations of a big consumer-led expansion, credit card growth, and higher installment lending, alongside policy tensions and a record rise in the money supply. He notes mounting inflation concerns, prolific capital spending, and extensive private sector investments driving anticipated growth.
Residents on Dixon Drive will stage a test lighting of Christmas displays Friday night per Jack Steppelman of 1408 Dixon Dr. In other items, two Jefferson Citians joined the University of Missouri Tau Beta Pi chapter in Columbia.
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