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Newspaper
Jefferson City Post Tribune
Location
Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1971
Page
2
The News Tribune lists William H. Weldon as publisher and Robert Blosser as president with a Jefferson quote about pursuing truth and tolerating error, emphasizing free reason and open debate. The masthead centers the paper's guiding principles alongside its executive leadership.
Sen. Margaret Chase Smith of Maine denounces colleagues as moonlighters and campaigners, decrying high paid lecture circuits and travel. She proposes a constitutional amendment to expel members absent over 40 percent of roll calls. Observers question charges but praise her accountability push.
New York City Mayor John V. Lindsay announced his bid for the Democratic presidential nomination on Tuesday. He stated his qualifications for the office, outlining his experience and leadership credentials.
The Thomas Jefferson Regional Library moves forward in three stages after a minor flood from a boiler. The outer shell at High and Adams is nearly finished, second phase work on plumbing and lighting is nearly done, with furnishings and final touches planned for 1973 ahead of a late year opening. Patrons look forward to moving from the old building once the new facility opens.
A Human Events line notes the term budget comes from bougette the French word meaning the taxpayer bears the burden after Congress adjourns.
The Ripon Forum argues a Nixon Connally ticket would win the South and border states for 147 electoral votes, while the group’s uneasy stance mirrors broader GOP concerns. It notes Agnew’s loyal following and Connally’s ambition, with Nixon weighing options before the 1972 convention. The piece asserts Nixon’s regional strength and electoral path hinges on the South and North support.
A reader questions human nature, urges inward spiritual bulwarks over global bodies, condemns the United Nations as a failure, and praises local choral tribute to the Christ Child. Letters from M B and Victor F. OBrien argue for prophetic guidance, anti UN withdrawal, and a stance against communism with historic references.
Henry Taylor recounts Mussolini’s 1925 steps to dictatorship, Goering’s views on Axis missteps, and the dramatic end at Piazzale Loreto. The piece contrasts Mussolini’s vision with Hitler’s, noting Ethiopia, North Africa, and the doomed 1943 rescue and execution in Milan.
The News-Tribune welcomes resident letters from central Missouri. Letters must be signed with full address and phone numbers. names may be withheld on request. Submissions are edited only for minor errors and limited to 250 words. longer letters will not be printed.
The Dec 26 1961 Almanac item lists the Osege City post office set to close Jan 20 with church and committee figures, and St Pauls Theological School fund efforts by the Methodist crusade. It notes Salvation Army Christmas drive totals and various archival recaps from 5 and 3 years ago, including local theatre plans and civic happenings.
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