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Newspaper
Terre Haute Tribune
Location
Terre Haute, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1968
Page
4
The Terre Haute Tribune offers a quoted Voltaire line about defending speech, drawing readers into a discussion on First Amendment rights and the limits of expressing controversial views. Readers weigh the balance between opinion and responsibility in public discourse.
The piece compares potential 1968 liberal party efforts to the 1912 Progressive movement led by Theodore Roosevelt. It notes TR's 4,127,788 votes and 88 electoral votes, Taft's weak showing, and the long-term difficulty of converting new party support into durable two party strength amid voter habit. It cautions that 1968 may not replicate 1912 outcomes.
The piece traces how balancing candidates by regional origin has influenced party choices from the Civil War era to modern campaigns. It notes the 1856 Republicans breaking regional parity, postwar South decline, 1928 Al Smith era shifts, and argues geography matters less now but balancing remains relevant, as shown by Miami Beach and Chicago.
A report by the International Association of Chiefs of Police finds police largely oppose shooting to kill rioters, urging last resort force only to stop direct life threats. Officers warn that firing could trigger a blood bath and stress disciplined, controlled responses during civil disorder.
The piece surveys how presidents share confidential reports with hopefuls, noting Truman, Lincoln, Johnson and others. It recounts Darrell Maddox and Lester Maddox moments, and a 1944 Dewey episode where Gen. Marshall's letter offered an insurgent warning and a codebreaking reveal from Navy cryptologists.
Today in history notes mark parcel post authorization in 1912 and James Madison facing gunfire in 1814. The page includes quizzes about months spellings wing counts and sabot definitions with answers.
A botanist friend jokes about 39 plant species in a lawn not a blade of grass. He notes rare chickweed from Madagascar and then lampoons sky high grass seed costs, imagining Dow Jones quotes and a fantasy mortgage to buy enough seed for a small patch.
The August 24 horoscope notes Leo Virgo traits, urges practical use of a bright mind, warns against impulsive choices, and highlights social links. It covers star signs from Virgo to Leo and includes guidance on routine, introspection, and choosing mates.
The Terre Haute Tribune lists subscription and postage details for Indiana and Illinois regions with varying rates for evenings and Sundays. It notes special messenger delivery, call times, and postal handling, along with ownership and risk statements for unsolicited submissions.
In Chicago the Kennedy family looms over the 1964 Democratic Convention as Edward Kennedy appears the quiet force behind the politics of succession. The piece traces Joseph Kennedy Sr and his sons, noting resilience after tragedy and the potential for Edward to emerge as a leading figure.
Washington opinion notes McCarthy grows whimsical as he nears the Democratic National Convention and potential defeat. It argues McGovern siphons Kennedy ex-supporters and “Peace Movement” money, while Humphrey advisers reconsider McCarthy as a running mate and judge him unserious on major issues.
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