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Newspaper
Terre Haute Tribune
Location
Terre Haute, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1965
Page
4
A concise editorial highlights Voltaire’s maxim about defending free expression despite disapproval. It frames free speech as a core democratic right and urges vigilance against censorship or suppression of dissenting views.
The piece argues Charles de Gaulle failed to build a mature French political system during seven years in power. It notes his ego, warnings of collapse if not re-elected, and a decline in trust as Francois Mitterrand enters a December runoff. It criticizes his anti Anglo-Saxon stance and moves seen as undermining NATO and Western unity.
President Johnson and Secretary Rusk reaffirm the United States is ready to talk unconditionally on Vietnam and Southeast Asia, inviting negotiations as Britain seeks to reconvene Geneva talks. The move signals a challenge to pursue peace while noting the Communists have shown no willingness to negotiate. A hint of hope exists for a positive response from the opposing side.
A column of questions about art asks what makes a work excellent and how to price art when authorship is uncertain. It cites Barney's Beanery styled pieces in New York, a seven dollar painting later valued at over two hundred thousand, and a Leonardo da Vinci offered at six million. The piece argues there are no objective answers to art value.
NASA will require Astronauts Frank Borman and Jim Lovell to sleep at least eight hours in every 24 during a two week mission stay. They will complete about 69 sleep cycles as they orbit Earth at roughly 15 000 mph and 150 miles high. The piece blends space news with a trivia grab bag and daily notes.
In a discussion on long orbital flights NASA faces crew fatigue and snoring issues as missions extend beyond 14 days. The piece reflects on the cramped Gemini environment, lack of comforts, and potential interpersonal friction, noting past Arctic isolation anecdotes and the broader challenges of enduring extended space travel.
New York AP columnist notes that childhood overweight can persist into adulthood. He warns against dismissing baby fat and highlights long term health implications, a topic familiar to readers.
A collage of light trivia notes about reindeer antlers water consumption French drinkers ice cream history rock n roll spending safety with guns language roots and animal facts. The brief ends with poet Louis Untermeyer at eighty and notables noting life paths.
The page presents daily guidance for December 7 with warnings about rest and mood, plus horoscopes for Sagittarius through Scorpio. It ends with biographical notes and quotes about wealth, presidents, and notable figures, including J Paul Getty and David Sarnoff.
Anthony Brooke nephew of Sarawak’s last white rajah travels the world advocating unity in a universal faith. He recounts a life spanning exile, politics, and meetings with Nehru, Chou En-Lai, Gandhi’s heir, and Buddhist leaders. Brooke urges a nuclear era shift toward a spiritual breakthrough and a universal divine link.
The Terre Haute Tribune outlines contact times for missed copies and department numbers. It lists subscription rates for Indiana and nearby regions with options for evening and Sunday editions, plus six month and quarterly terms and non rural route prices. The notice includes post office class, filing date, and liability disclaimer for unsold articles and manuscripts.
Park superintendent DON HIGH reports the missing ducks are back at Deming Park. He found them atop a hill after Thanksgiving, noting dogs chase them away but they remain present. Other notes mention local figures JOYCE SHANKS and MIKE COAKLEY, a Santa visit planned for WVPC, and BILL KETNER’s weekend trip.
The Independent Petroleum Association of America predicting little change in U S petroleum stocks for the coming year with end 1966 stocks placed at about 840 million barrels, about the same as 1965. Demand is expected to rise while inventory will absorb the increase.
CHICAGO UP Footwear retailers push expansion after predicting 1966 U S consumption may hit a record 1 billion pairs. They plan 6 to 7 percent more new stores and departments in 1966, compared with 4 percent averages in 1964 and 1965.
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