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Newspaper
Jefferson City Post Tribune
Location
Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1968
Page
3
The News Tribune Company lists William H. Weldon as publisher and Robert Blosser as president. The masthead quotes Thomas Jefferson on fearless pursuit of truth and open inquiry.
The piece questions the terms of the Pueblo crew’s freedom from North Korea arguing a pay‑off or admission of false charges may have occurred. It critiques the Johnson administration’s credibility and suggests future records could reveal more. Cmdr. Bucher defends the ship’s innocence while praising the crew and noting a fatality.
The Mexico Ledger discusses how Walker and Village Voice descriptions of the Chicago riots at the National Democratic Convention shaped public opinion. It questions the chorus of labels like police riot, cites injury and arrest figures, and warns such reporting undermines trust in public order and government.
Thomas A. Lane argues that 1968 America ignores the spiritual guidance of Christ amid the Vietnam War. He condemns U.S. leaders for compromising peace, citing Johnson era actions and Clifford’s Paris stance as failures. He urges a return to spiritual justice over expediency and war.
Art Buchwald offers light hearted holiday wishes aimed at television households. He jokes about toothpaste, deodorant, hair care, cosmetics, cigarettes, beer, clothing, appliances, cars and finance, hoping for better health, smoother mornings, reliable products and clear TV pictures for all Americans this season.
A Washington report outlines a new Soviet strategy to restore the world communist movement and launch a political offensive in 1969. It cites four Moscow meetings from Nov 18 to 30 and asserts tightened control over Europe, economic and cultural fields, with plans for increased Western influence resistance and a stronger Warsaw Pact stance after the U.S. election. Trumpeting the second coming of the revolution, it highlights Bucharest, Budapest, Moscow and Sofia conferences and mentions Gomulka backing a Soviet planning center.
An eye doctor patiently tests an elderly woman’s vision while she jokes about shopping for a friend. The exchange highlights the challenge of finding the right glasses and the social angle of helping a friend.
Highlights from the Jefferson City Almanac feature Dec 24 1958 with multiple notes. Mr and Mrs Henry Eggers top a residential lighting contest. AGC Missouri awarded second in 1958 National Accident Prevention program. E C L Wagner acts as state group manager. Carl Cobb wins top money in All-Events at St Joseph bowling tourney.
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