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Newspaper
Terre Haute Tribune
Location
Terre Haute, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1973
Page
4
The Terre Haute Tribune defends free speech amid a national debate, quoting Voltaire to emphasize the right to express dissent. The editorial argues that even unpopular opinions deserve protection to preserve a robust public discourse.
John G. Schmidt was elected president of Indiana State Bank in Terre Haute on Wednesday. A longtime bank official since 1957, Schmidt rose from director to assistant to the president in 1960 and to senior vice president in 1961 after John L. Thompson retired. Born in Terre Haute, he has led local group efforts with the Boys' Club Lions' Club Junior Achievement Elks Lodge No. 86 and the Salvation Army.
The piece notes a five percent production cut under federal orders reducing first quarter 1974 supplies to 21.8 billion gallons, near levels of 1971 with far more vehicles. It outlines austerity measures from dimmed lighting to temperature limits and urges public response to conserve energy.
The Association of American Railroads plans a corporation to order about 180 million dollars worth of 10000 freight cars for pool use. Congress considers up to two billion dollars in federal loan guarantees and a national agency to deploy cars if needed.
Dissatisfaction over probes into the Kent State University shootings in 1970 may end as the Justice Department opts to hand the case to a federal grand jury. Critics say Attorney General Mitchell erred in 1971 by not presenting evidence, and the move promises fuller accountability.
The piece accuses signatory nations of violating the Geneva Convention with brutal treatment of prisoners of war. It cites Israeli POW abuses by Egypt and Syria and references a 1973 Egyptian army booklet endorsing brutal conduct as state policy.
A collage of observations from an AP column notes that too little dreaming may cause hangovers, while some animals sleep upside down. It cites species extinction, Panama Canal power, and cultural trivia, ending with Swift on loving God and despising man.
Bill Keane continues The Family Circus in a multi panel Sunday strip. The ongoing cartoon follows the Parker family with humor centered on child mischief and everyday family life.
The piece recalls William Blake lines about seeing a world in a grain of sand and a heaven in a wildflower. It notes modern cornea graft operations restore sight and that successful results depend on generous cornea donations from donors. Transplant advances move from fantasy to reality and many major hospitals perform the procedures. Continued on Page 6 Col 1.
The Terre Haute Tribune pricing lists yearly and short term rates for Indiana and Illinois readers including evening and Sunday editions. Public notice appears that unsolicited submissions are accepted at owner risk with no liability for return. The paper is a member of the Associated Press with republishing rights reserved.
The column offers a December Friday horoscope noting optimistic individuals weather clouds, strong business sense, and talent for turning ideas into profit. It highlights suitability for teaching and working with children, plus guidance for signs Capricorn Aquarius Pisces Aries Taurus Gemini Cancer Leo Virgo with page reference and holiday planning themes.
Vigo County Public Library reports rapid progress in the local history room with the WWII scrapbook set completed and an index created. Nostalgia and community updates include ISU leaders celebrated, Terre Haute visitors to NASA Kennedy Space Center, teens aiding motorists after a snowfall, Garfield High School memories, THROW items on Saturdays, and Wade Turner’s eighth birthday sled gift.
Jim Bishop recounts a humorously candid column about massage parlors, chiropractors, and rumors of appetite for exuberant indulgence. He cites New York anecdotes, notes on inflated fees, and reporter Larry Kleinman’s experiences, ending with a tease for Page 6.
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