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Newspaper
Jefferson City Post Tribune
Location
Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1965
Page
2
A council report claims 11 million American children in poverty, while new figures cite 14 million. Critics say altered poverty standards inflate numbers by accounting for family size urban costs and assets. cases from Billings and McClusky show Appalachia aid despite limited need.
A Kansas City era column warns of mower-led hazards as many homes report metallic buzz from lawn care. It cites Indiana fatalities and Alabama-like incidents, urging strict safety: stay clear of blades, keep bystanders away, and remove debris while mowing.
The Missouri Senate rejected 20-8 a bill allowing cities with 6000+ residents to enter urban renewal programs with federal agencies without public votes. The move defends the citizen’s one strong weapon the vote against proposals to loosen local control and flood funds unlabeled as Fotomac gold.
Russell Kirk argues that fair employment practices laws risk overreach and enforcement problems. He cites Indiana’s Age Discrimination Act, noting it bans firing or denying union membership to those 40 to 65 while allowing early retirement. He warns rigid acts deter capable older workers and may harm overall workplace quality and fairness.
President Johnson’s proposed federal rent subsidies for low and moderate income families faces strong opposition from House Republicans led by Rep. Paul Finn. They warn the plan risks economic integration and questions about funding, income ceilings, and how subsidies interact with market rents. Democratic supporters, led by Rep. Wright Patman, argue the program is needed to address substandard housing for about eight million families.
The White House said civilian employment in the executive branch fell to 2,465,810 at end-April, down 4,698 from April 1964 and 17,719 from April 1963. Foreign payrolls declined by 8,614 in 1964, while Defense cut by 16,785 year over year. Post Office and Treasury gains offset some losses. Pentagon abroad stood at 83,458. State Dept rose to 17,522.
Encourage citizens to contact their senators and representatives about important issues. Names and addresses for Stuart Symington Edward Long Richard Ichord and William Hungate listed with district counties. Emphasizes duty to communicate with Washington and stay informed on legislation.
The piece argues Poland's 1965 elections show one party dominance with 18.5 million voters, over 90 percent turnout, and 616 candidates all pledged to a communist platform. It contends Soviet power extends beyond troops, through disciplined, indoctrinated civilian Communists shaping governments, and warns of similar tactics in Latin America and elsewhere.
The piece cautions that government subsidies, like the small $50 million over a dozen years for New York Chicago and Los Angeles helicopter lines, are politically risky and prone to abrupt cuts. It argues subsidies require political muscle, warns of perils from dependence, and notes past subsidies helped create an industry but can falter without broad support.
Kentucky Court of Appeals rules cities cannot enact right-to-work laws. Shelbyville had adopted such an ordinance, challenged by the state AFL, with the court citing federal preemption under the Taft-Hartley Act. The ruling marks Kentucky as a first to see many municipalities enacting these laws challenged.
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