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Newspaper
Jefferson City Post Tribune
Location
Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1969
Page
2
A quotation from Thomas Jefferson about pursuing truth and tolerating error appears as a motto for the News Tribune Company. The snippet underscores the paper’s claimed ethos of free reason and vigilant inquiry in reporting.
The Missouri House and Senate Banks committees advance a bill to raise maximum loan rates up to 82,500, drawing opposition as inflationary and unfair. Critics warn higher rates would burden borrowers and invite more rate hikes, while lobbyists claim lenders face inflation and risk. Rep. Ronald Reed calls the bill obviously gronsed to exit committee.
Mike Riley, in office only months, delivers a forward looking program. He streamlines the office and adopts a vigorous crime policing approach. Though early missteps may occur, they will be of commission, not omission, as he serves Jefferson City with unselfish vigor.
The Missouri House Roads and Highways Committee killed a bill to raise interstate speed limits from 70 to 80 mph by a 12 to 4 vote. Traffic safety groups voiced alarm while Mike Hockaday, superintendent of the State Highway Patrol, urged that 80 mph is too high even on divided highways. The panel’s action reflects concerns over increased crashes and injuries on the state’s highways.
Paul Harvey critiques Gen Hershey's stance on replacing conscription with an all volunteer force. He argues the draft is a fossil of past wars, calls for a modern military relying on skilled technicians, and warns against relying on mass mobilization. He cautions against forced service and favors voluntary service aligned with national defense needs.
Art Buchwald notes Congressmen in Paris for the air show led by L Mendel Rivers chairman of the House Armed Services Committee. A French official asks about American government, Rivers outlines a chain of command and military influence including approval power for planes submarines or bases, joking about rewards and district favoritism.
A reader notes the Democrats want conventions every two years instead of four and questions Chicago Mayor Daley's response. The piece cites Charleston as a safe political base and hints at military influence in politics with references to missile sites and the C 5 A transport. Interlaced dialogue mentions Lockheed, military allies, and unnamed officials.
Henry J. Taylor argues Morocco remains secure and stable under King Hassan II, contrasting with Africa’s upheavals. He alleges widespread Soviet and Chinese influence, guerrilla training camps across Africa, and coordinated fronts from Kinshasa to Lusaka, with Moscow guiding operations through a Continental Congress lineage.
A regional meeting of Planned Progress officers from about 40 mid Missouri communities will convene at McClung Park next Tuesday, announced Homer Ferguson of Missouri Power and Light. The event marks ongoing countywide outreach efforts in local development.
Residents of central Missouri are invited to send signed letters up to 250 words. Names may be withheld on request and signatures verified for controversial pieces. Letters are edited only for minor errors and must be addressed to Editor News-Tribune Publications, 210 Monroe J., Jefferson City, Mo.
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