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Newspaper
Terre Haute Tribune
Location
Terre Haute, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1952
Page
4
Fragmentary notice from Terre Haute publication hints at community matters and upcoming events in the local area. Details are unreadable, but the item preserves a sense of neighborhood notices and civic activity.
The Tribune notes that unsolicited articles manuscripts letters and pictures sent to The Tribune are sent at the owner's risk and The Tribune Company repudiates liability for custody or return. A message requests readers to call Sunday before 11 p m and mentions office and sports content.
The Tribune exhorts readers to avoid criticism without knowledge, reject idle gossip, uphold faith in America, refrain from disparaging the government, and stop spreading rumors. The tone emphasizes responsible discussion and civic trust.
A congressional committee opens hearings on election expenditures for the 83rd Congress. It examines the 3 million dollar yearly cap for national committees and the uncounted spending by independent groups and campaign committees funding television and other activities. Estimates of 50 to 100 million dollars were spent in the recent campaign.
Senator Wayne Morse looms in the coming session as a political sideshow. Republican leaders handle the Morse case gingerly while Welker notes Morse’s stance on taking responsibility without his vote. Democrats show little wish to contest GOP control as Morse risks a 48 to 47 edge. Morse cites ethical reasons to refrain from voting to alter Senate organization and pledges to oppose Republicans on specific issues when justified.
The Washington Post notes Eisenhower may choose Augusta Georgia for a winter retreat mirroring prior presidents. Truman favored Key West Florida for winters. Ike seems to prefer cooler climates as winter approaches. The article highlights Augusta’s milder chill and its potential as a White House style retreat.
The new president favors Augusta as a retreat while Pennsylvania hosts his famous Gettysburg farm. Ike has vacationed in Augusta several times since World War II, underscoring his personal preference for the resort.
An American actress faced a five dollar fine in Spain for failing to declare her age on registration. The hotel clerk may have spared her, or known the rule could deter tourism. The piece notes a tension between courtesy and local law, praising gallantry yet upholding rules.
President elect Eisenhower disapproves a proposed constitutional amendment limiting income tax to 25 percent in peace time. He warns Congress would face funding gaps, likely requiring borrowing or new taxes, and notes a sales tax as probable harming low income earners. He urges states calling for the measure to rescind.
Born today you combine practicality and creativity guiding your life work with gentle leadership. Expect early success in your field, strong family ties, and wealth if you use money talents well. Stay constructive and avoid being overly bossy while planning for tomorrow with your birthday star.
A National Safety Council survey shows wide variation in driver licensing. South Dakota requires no license or exam beyond age 15, while New Jersey imposes a one year license at 3 dollars. States differ on vision, hearing, color blindness, depth perception and records checks.
A Peiping broadcast reports Tsinghau University, built with US funds after the Boxer indemnity era, has become a Communist training center for engineers. Six thousand students enrolled at its reopening as arts and literature courses moved to other Peiping institutions.
Recent births include a girl to Mr and Mrs George Walling a girl to Mr and Mrs George Rock and a boy to Mr and Mrs Fred Reynolds. The fire department settled a loss at 21946 50 dollars for the American Car and Foundry Company.
London earned its name from the Old English Londinium or from Roman roots. monkeys do not have naturally curly hair as a species trait though some individuals may appear curly. The phrase crossed by chariots refers to biblical scenes of the Hebrews fleeing on foot. Joseph Kesselring wrote Arsenic and Old Lace. Weekend lost or wasted often leads to famous misfits and headlines in retro columns.
A reader is urged to spot a child’s originality, artistic gifts, musical ability and cleverness today. The note suggests a moderate year of success ahead if these traits are nurtured.
A compact dictionary entry defines evaporate as to pass off as vapor to escape as vapor to draw off moisture by heat or to convert liquid into vapor Origin traces to Latin evaporatus from E out and vapor steam or vapor
A historical aside quotes Richard Rumbold from Mackaulay to reflect on men sent into the world ready to act and vast opportunities prepared to be seized. The line evokes a swift readiness and moral courage in the face of fate and authority.
Mary Martin, famed musical comedy star, Jefferson Caffery renowned diplomat, and Martin Marion notable baseball figure are listed as celebrating birthdays today.
Blanche of Castile the king’s mother died marking the end of an era for France. In Chile a violent earthquake killed over 200 people and prompted widespread damage. In Britain Sir William Beveridge submitted his cradle-to-grave security plan to reform social welfare.
The notes claim Lyn Din comes from old English words for lake and town. Some people have slightly curled hair. The Israelites crossed the Red Sea. Joseph Kesselring is named. Ray Milland starred in the film bearing that title and won an Oscar.
The National Pest Control Association estimates a single mating pair of flies starting in April could produce 191 septillion offspring by August if all survive. The claim highlights rapid population growth and the importance of control measures.
The editorial page carries a signed letter under the name Mrs Esther Mack discussing what defines a Pink. It blames urban bigots for labeling Stevenson supporters as pink while condemning Communists and defending civil rights clashes with public figures and press.
A critical portrait attacks a Pink as a propagandist and mouthpiece for liars. It claims he measures patriotism by self-esteem, defends Red-front and Yellow-back behavior, and praises Freedom for Communists while denigrating anti-Reds and American fighters.
A satirical appeal targets Pink as a deceitful figure, arguing he misleads by appealing to color blind or ignorant readers. The note references Izvestia’s mockery of the writer, mentions Christmas tree ornament scares, and urges readers to follow headlines from New York papers and ABC broadcasts for balanced views.
In Memphis Tennessee during the 1850s the annual honor for the planter sending the first cotton bale to market was a demijohn of brandy.
Sagittarius through Scorpio lines advise coping with control, planning moves, short trips, romance caution, lifestyle changes, gratitude, budgeting, saving, party use, stress relaxation, experiments, and delaying big decisions. Syndicated horoscopes distributed by United Features Syndicate, Inc.
Oklahoma City Symphony Society suffers a 141 250 dollar budget for 1952 53 with a 25000 dollar deficit yet extends a one hour weekly concert via Mutual and other networks to 526 stations. Executive manager Benjamin Turner notes municipal symphonies run deficits but the group persists under conductor Guy Harrison with 60 musicians. The program shifts 60 percent standard repertoire and 40 percent modern American works as part of a wider cultural outreach.
The article notes that Congress disbanded the First American Army in 1783, marking a formal end to the Continental fighting force after the Revolutionary War.
In some children persistent abdominal pains mask a brain disorder. Doctors note that tests with an electroencephalograph show abnormal brain waves in most cases, and several patients improve after epilepsy treatment.
D M S asks if electric shaving could cause deafness in both ears. The advisor explains that shaving devices do not affect hearing unless used with extreme exposure or injury. If persistent hearing loss occurs, seek medical evaluation to determine possible causes and appropriate treatment.
Soviet rulers cripple scientists with interference yet fund research and elevating scholars. Caltech physicist Dr. Paul S Epstein analyzes dialectic tensions with Marxist orthodoxy and Western propaganda. Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin discusses stellar lifetimes from 5 billion to 10 million years and the Sun’s conservative hydrogen use. Butterfly metamorphosis hinges on two brain hormones that regulate caterpillar to butterfly development.
William Ritt notes the upcoming Eisenhower Cabinet selection will be practical not mythical and mentions the president elect’s quarterbacked governance. He also cites the November 4 vote and a light aside about Scotch girl bagpipers touring the US and a British MP's tea remark.
A Nebraska family names a Boxer puppy Biff to serve as a mascot for an aggressive administration, viewing the dog as a fitting symbol of vigor and assertiveness.
A Soviet hero of labor fleeing East Germany denounces the Communist regime as a circus after a closeup view of Moscow’s clownish activities. He cites rampant propaganda and suppression, urging reforms and better treatment of workers.
The Great Barrier Reef of Australia ranks as the world’s longest barrier reef, tracing along the continent’s eastern coast for more than 1,200 miles.
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