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Newspaper
Jefferson City Post Tribune
Location
Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1973
Page
2
A historical News Tribune Company editorial asserts resolve to pursue truth and combat error, quoting Thomas Jefferson on liberty of reason. The message reinforces commitment to journalistic integrity and fearless inquiry amid challenge.
The piece likens Nixon's price freeze to diet pills for an out of control patient, arguing the 60 day limit is to avert dependency. It says the freeze treats a symptom, buys time for broader policies, and relies on Congress, energy legislation, and wage restraint to restore buying power and end controls. The editorial notes market reaction was not encouraging but supports a measured approach.
The Indianapolis News discusses Gov Ronald Reagan proposing a constitutional amendment to limit California's budget to about 8.75 percent of personal income and gradually reduce it. Surplus revenue would be returned to taxpayers as credits or lower taxes, with local government limits to prevent shifting the burden. The plan aims to curb overall spending growth and avoid piecemeal cuts.
The federal government ran 1,439 advisory committees as of December 31, 1972, up 24 from the year before, spending 25,215,882 dollars with an average of 15,508. The Department of Justice panel led a 1.75 million dollar bill. An executive order system and the Federal Advisory Committee Act aim to review use and streamline committees. The Power Commission spawned 28 subcommittees after creating two new groups.
President Nixon seeks congressional authority to curtail certain exports amid rising U.S. prices while continuing easy credit farm commodity sales to Russia and Communist China. Critics warn such foreign commitments may push American prices higher and strain the home front. Rep. H R Gross questions the policy during the current debate.
A Viewpoint piece derides two academic proposals on reading instruction and learning early vs late, calling Rohner and Douglas’ ideas illogical. It mocks a plan to stop teaching reading, arguing formal instruction is essential, and notes broader U.S. grain and export policies debated by lawmakers including Senator Long.
Capital City memories note James and Arthur Barnes named Tourist of the Week by Goodland Jaycees while en route to Estes Park. Mrs. Barnes works at a Jefferson City post office. Also featured are Rainbow for Girls appointment in Missouri, travel plans to Vancouver and Yellowstone, a post office postage warning, and local events including a dairy picnic at Algoa Farms.
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