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Newspaper
Jefferson City Post Tribune
Location
Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1964
Page
2
The News Tribune Company presents a quotation from President William H. Weldon affirming commitment to truth and free reason in guiding journalism, rejecting fear and error while upholding liberty of thought.
The Cole County Court’s decision to install a self service elevator in the courthouse is praised as well reasoned and needed. It will improve access from basement to third floor, aiding the welfare department nurse and juvenile officers while freeing space for the Assessor and reducing stair related hardship. Critics are cast as selfishly young in legs.
The State Department admits AID funds flow to Bolivia in postal improvement, drawing protest from Congressman Gross over taxpayer subsidies to foreign systems while US mail service at home suffers. Critics note cuts in weekend service, higher rates, and ZIP code debates, urging wiser use of aid and caution against repeating domestic flaws.
A resident recalls a college student noting his father earned two days pay for 16 minutes of work during a factory strike. An executive explains payrolls grow where workers value productive effort and cooperate on cost savings. Progress comes from education programs by schools, unions, and business to foster favorable attitudes. Jefferson City has a good climate. sustaining it matters.
Russell Kirk argues that William Scranton is the last actor in the Eastern liberal bloc and cannot beat Barry Goldwater for the 1964 nomination. Scranton’s hopes rest on a future 1968 bid while Goldwater solidifies a strong majority, potentially forcing conservative realignment and marginalizing Scranton as a liberal option.
A historical account compares North Korea and Vietnam eras to privileged sanctuaries used by Reds to base attacks. It cites Manchuria Yalu bridges Rashin and Chosen Reservoir power plants, counts American casualties, and warns of embassy, UN, and consular espionage as protected zones.
The column argues the GOP left wing wants to shape the party with the Democrat Socialist coalition and keep hands off Bob Taft. It cites Scranton and Goldwater’s delegate pushes, recalls Taft’s 1952 campaign pressures, and claims 95% of Taft backers now support Barry Goldwater while warning against co opting Taft’s image.
A call to citizens to contact senators and congressmen on issues of importance. Emphasizes that officials do not know public opinions unless residents write. Lists Sen. Stuart Symington, Sen. Edward V. Long, and Rep. Richard Ichord with Washington addresses and the Eighth District counties: Cole, Boone, Cooper, Moniteau, Morgan, Miller, Camden, Maries, Pulaski and Phelps.
Washington debate over the timing and tactics for a major civil rights bill continues. Observers note senators moved to fast track but House methods may delay enactment beyond the Republican convention in July, with a range of parliamentary devices discussed to force action. The outcome remains uncertain, and the exact passage date this summer is unclear.
Thus far the Eastern Republicans have not spotlighted Thomas E. Dewey of New York in the Scranton for President effort. It appears he may be held in reserve by Governor Scranton.
A family of 84 relatives of U S GIs killed in Viet Nam publish a full page union in Washington Star. They ask McNamara and the nation why young Americans fight Communist aggression in Viet Nam while trade and cultural exchanges with Communist nations continue. They compare Korea’s sacrifice and urge one clear choice: fight communism or let it control the world.
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