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Newspaper
Terre Haute Tribune
Location
Terre Haute, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1952
Page
4
The Terre Haute Tribune announces telephone and messenger delivery instructions for readers not receiving the paper. Calls and copy requests are directed to specific times, with Sunday and holiday hours noted, and a post office registration reference from January 1903.
The Tribune stresses cautious discourse urging readers to avoid idle gossip and rumors. It calls for faith in America and restraint in criticizing government, underscoring responsible public commentary. The message emphasizes accuracy and informed discussion.
William G. Heirens, 24, jailed for life for three killings and related crimes, had his bid for a new trial under Illinois post conviction law rejected by Superior Judge Harold G. Ward. The judge found no constitutional rights violation or merit in the petition, despite Heirens contending his trial violated rights.
The late Benedetto Croce stood as Italy’s leading literary figure and a major philosopher who influenced public life. He headed the ministry of public instruction for two years and spoke on contemporary matters, proving a philosopher active in practical affairs like Marcus Aurelius.
The piece notes unprecedented twelve year growth in newspaper circulation with dailies at 54 million and Sundays at 46 million, up 31.7 and 43.8 percent respectively. It credits impartial news and enhanced features as drivers, citing Editor and Publisher observations on readers’ demand.
The article argues tougher ad competition now comes from television but newspapers will not be left behind. Radio has declined while TV grows, yet advertisers will use both media, and TV will not substitute newspapers any more than radio did.
In former days scientists freely shared findings across borders. Now researchers are constrained by state control, causing isolated work and delayed progress. A cited hydrogen bomb episode shows how government or press narratives hinder scientific verification and rapid answers.
Louisiana voted to restore the civil service system repealed in 1948 citing less bias in job appointments. The move places Louisiana among many states adopting merit based hiring as pressure from the federal government grows for welfare fund administration.
The pieceimagines a chat between Mrs Truman and Mrs Eisenhower at the White House about posttransition life. It suggests Mrs Eisenhower will likely rearrange furniture and make changes, while Mrs Truman notes the practicalities of moving into a new home and the orderly transfer of authority.
In Terre Haute on December 10, the Phil Sheridan School on Twelfth and Chestnut streets shut down due to diphtheria as fumigation began. The report also notes building permits for Ameican Car and Foundry, sewer completion, marriage licenses issued, miners affected by a Sandford Mine cave in, and local births.
The turpentine is produced from pine resin. The skull and crossbones depict the bones of the skull and the sternum. Elephants do not shed their tusks. A medical skin specialist is a dermatologist. Eye teeth are located in the upper jaw referencing the canine teeth.
Quote by James Thomson on beauty needing no foreign aid, pure in its natural state.
Propitiate is a transitive verb meaning to appease and render favorable. It is a conciliate term with a Latin origin from propitiatus the past participle of propitiate and propitius meaning favorable.
Notable anniversaries mark 1817 as Mississippi statehood. Alfred Bernhard Nobel, Swedish chemist and dynamite inventor, died in 1896. Walter Johnson, famed pitcher, died in 1946, the same day as sports writer Damon Runyon.
Birthday wishes go out today to Christopher LaFarge author Dorothy Lamour actress and Dennis Morgan actor singer as readers mark another year for these familiar figures from film and letters.
The note urges focus on diligent habits in youth, praising industry, ambition, and perseverance as traits to cultivate. It emphasizes steady effort and forward thinking to yield positive results in coming months.
A list item references the long-leafed pine tree and the thigh bones or femurs. It includes a dermatologist and a position described as upper, with items numbered 1 through 5. The fragment suggests a catalog or study notes without full context.
A spacious house shows how wide doorways create a single unit feel between the living room dining room center hall and library. The article advises aligning color schemes when rooms adjoin to maintain unity in decoration.
A collage of celebrity rumors and social notes cites Walter Winchell style chatter about Adlai Stevenson’s ex, Haigs, Lindberghs, Gloria Swanson, Brenda Frazer and many others. It mentions marriages, operations, weddings, a Caesarean baby live on TV, and fashion quips with cheeky observational tone.
The article recalls Sugar Ray Robinson’s staged retirement after saying he would quit the ring, noting the November radio report of a London Turpin fight and ongoing pressure from manager Gainford. It also mentions disputes over Freud visa politics and a near altercation between Sam Levenson and Phil Foster at Loew's Pitkin Theater.
The piece blames a long stalled deportation case for the market collapse that hurt many U.S. investors. It notes Rubinstein sold short and allegedly made tens of millions, with the SEC blocking him here, while signaling a shift to Canada where enforcement differs.
A miscellany of donations and society notes includes Denk-A-Dept giving 7500 to Run yon Cancer Fund at Roosevelt Raceway, 100 from Natl Executive Housekeepers Assn, 250 from LI Prof Golfers Assn, 60000+ so far from Eagles, 2500 from Richard Rod gers, 1000 from Gruen Watch. Bishop F J Sheen wears red suspenders, Kathie Osterman to wed in Air Corps. Danny Thomas denial about TV sparks media chatter. Joe Numan indictment headlines recirculated. Norma Lawson Johnson and Skip Robertson plan March move. Gina Collins press date set. A Lookalike police sergeant in 15th Precinct connected to Burt Lancaster. Swishiety sings Daddy Kissing Santa Claus. Rocky Bridges tied to Pebble. Gene Barrys inspired by Generus. AGWA members named to rival late-night programs provoked industry recoil. Town’s No 1 Stupidgeon.
A half cup of chopped dates added to a package of prepared muffin mix makes a delicious hot bread for breakfast lunch or supper.
The horoscope says intuitive, energetic individuals excel in executive roles and public speaking. They should rely on hunches, control temper, and guard against burnout while finding balance between work and home life. A diary could prove profitable and writing talent may shine.
The column presents daily sun sign guidance from Sagittarius to Scorpio. It encourages tackling neglected letters, avoiding misunderstandings, attending theater, enjoying quiet family time, resisting emotional manipulation, adjusting plans as needed, studying, checking time-sensitive conferences, staying optimistic, clearing desk details, confirming engagements, and hosting an educational youth party. Distributed by United Features Syndicate.
Broderick Crawford argues that veteran Hollywood talent should not be discarded when past their prime. He suggests they could become character actors, directors, or work in other film departments where they can use years of experience.
The article notes the early rustle of spring with taffeta dominating dresses and coats. It highlights sheer tissue taffetas in novelty weaves that enhance outfits, favored by young wearers, with St. Louis cited as a source of many current youthful fashions.
The article explains that true colds are viral, while some people suffer winter symptoms as temperature allergies. Certain foods trigger reactions, with corn, coffee, eggs, and wheat cited. Diagnosis uses nasal smears. treatment includes avoiding allergens and using antihistamines, plus alternating hot and cold showers to build tolerance.
The child’s excessive sweating may stem from a hidden infection in the nose throat or tonsils. More commonly it results from dressing the child too warm or keeping the room temperature high.
Bob Merrill rides a string of pop hits as he resists joining big musicals preferring independent songs. The Roxy theater closes for neon iced stage upgrades and a 32 person permanent chorus as it prepares to reopen December 22.
A quirky blend of brief items notes Friday may drop in popularity ahead of Christmas and New Year weekends. It reports a canceled New York Santa Parade due to snow and a French musician inventing a piano that mimics bagpipe music.
In Utica New York Chauncey Goodrich a clergyman is credited with making the potato a cheap staple in the United States. Historians note he imported disease resistant South American potato stock after blight devastated U S crops in the 1940s He posited vegetative propagation caused blight and introduced a prolific variety named Rough Purple Chili which became the ancestor of about 200 modern varieties.
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