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Newspaper
Terre Haute Tribune
Location
Terre Haute, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1964
Page
4
A brief editorial defends the principle of free speech despite disagreement. It emphasizes defending others' right to express ideas, citing Voltaire's maxim and urging tolerance in public discourse. The piece argues for robust civic debate and responsibility in reporting and commenting.
The House Appropriations Committee rejects a 1 million dollar Bonneville Power Administration plan for a 135 million Idaho transmission line aiding a big chemical firm. The decision defers the scheme, highlighting taxpayer subsidies to favored interests and ongoing deficits at Bonneville. Opposition comes from Idaho and Utah governors, regulators, industrial groups, and the Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. The piece also critiques a House bill to block morally offensive mail, noting lack of standards and First Amendment risks. The Senate should weigh constitutional implications.
Nebraska has petitioned the Supreme Court to resolve a long running dispute with Iowa over the Missouri River boundary. The issue stems from shifting riverbanks and land between the states, with calls for a new compact placing the border in the river’s true middle. Congress and both legislatures would need to approve any agreement.
The piece defends Earl Warren against criticism by Rep. H. R. Gross who berated him for vacationing in Europe while a Kennedy association report was compiled. It argues public figures deserve rest after a long session and notes possible publication delays.
Readers seek tips on convincing a powerful contact, starting a sales lead, and turning a babysitting gig into profit. Cy cautions about relying on friends, emphasizes precise targeting in sales, and suggests contests or employment ads to locate skilled workers.
The article notes the 1964 Democratic convention in Atlantic City may mark the party as the party of the parties with President Johnson likely to win renomination and Hubert Humphrey favored for vice president. It emphasizes the festive guest lists and LBJ's upcoming birthday celebrations as the convention winds down.
Atlantic City society figure Madame Perle Mesta plans four buffet dinners and two dance events at Ventnor and the Claridge Hotel during the Lyndon B. Johnson nominating period. Invitations go to about 800 dinner guests and 700 dancers, with many coming from New York to attend her gatherings.
A Saturday horoscope section offers daily zodiac guidance from Leo to Pisces highlighting personal growth and practical wisdom. The piece also previews a political convention in Atlantic City with Perle Mesta Scooter Miller and family traveling from Texas to attend, noting connections to Lady Bird Johnson and Capitol Hill staff.
A famed writer toils over a blank sheet and faltering drafts as he confronts creative block. He battles self doubt and distraction from his secretary and wife while imagining Africa and the mimosa tree as muse. The scene ends with a grocery list and a dry compliment.
The piece poses a quiz on topics from bushmasters to the oldest daily paper and historic events. It notes a lockPicking anecdote from Dallas where Joe Sulsar of San Antonio opens a locked hotel meeting room.
The Terre Haute Tribune and Terre Haute Gazette announce delivery instructions and mailing rates for Indiana and Illinois readers. It explains call times for missed copies, postal status, and ownership details, noting post office handling and liability limits for unsolicited submissions.
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