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Newspaper
Terre Haute Tribune
Location
Terre Haute, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1971
Page
4
The Terre Haute Tribune presents an editorial invoking Voltaire to defend free speech, asserting that expressing unpopular views should be protected even when readers disagree. The piece emphasizes principle over opinion and calls for tolerance in public discourse.
The Rome protest march of over 100,000 anti-fascists shows renewed concern over fascist influence in Italy. The rally drew support from Communists, Christian Democrats, and Socialists, while Mussolini’s legacy is recalled in Richard Collins’ biography.
Amid economic strain and policy measures, automobile sales top expectations with a projected 10.2 million cars and over 2 million trucks. Ford and GM executives cite record monthly gains since March, driven by inflation controls, tax repeal prospects, and price freezes boosting demand.
A weekly federal patent tally showcases diverse ingenuity from a laser device to a vast Apollo trajectory computer with 18 inventors. Notable entries include an air traffic anti collision system by George B. Litchford and a Chinese character reading machine, hinting at broader U S china ties.
Gene Sarazen recalls Bob Jones as the greatest general in golf while at Marco Island Florida. He notes Jones’s quiet genius, near-perfect decisions, and dominance over peers like Ben Hogan and Walter Hagen. Sarazen details shared memories including their Open experiences and a bet about club throwing.
New York AP column collects lighthearted remarks from a Christmas survivor family. The jokes touch on peeking bills, spoiled turkey ideas, gift overstock, and a prolonging visit with son in law as the holidays wrap up.
A reader asks if prescribed cortisone is dangerous. The doctor explains cortisone, made by the adrenal cortex, saves lives when used exactly as prescribed. He notes some illnesses require cortisone and urges following the doctor’s directions. Continued on Page 5, Col. 5.
A Monday horoscope outlines strong intuition and self reliance for those born under various signs. It urges using past and present cues to foresee opportunities while balancing independence with help from others.
Washington reports that a House Commerce subcommittee will probe Public Broadcasting Corporation funding amid salary controversies and White House opposition. Key figures like Bill Moyers and Sandor Vanocur drew scrutiny, prompting discussion of new funding plans and possible one-year extensions.
The Terre Haute Tribune and Terre Haute Gazette publish house rules on home delivery and contact times. Subscriptions vary by region and day, with prices listed for Indiana and Illinois residents. The notice includes mailing address 721 Wabash Ave Terre Haute IN 47808 and disclaimers about submissions.
Tribune staffer Pete Olah and his wife Flor Ence returned from a 10 day Rome trip to witness the ordination of Rev. Robert Sims at St. Peters Basilica Rome and attend a Papal audience. Rodgers and Sims family members joined the voyage. County officials-elect Kirchner and Newton will take oaths at 12:15 p.m. Friday Dec 31 in a courthouse ceremony with reception to follow. Kenneth N. Eslinger earned a PhD at Ohio State University with 25 winter graduates. Army Private Stephen C. Sutherland completed a 10 week medical corpsman course at Ft. Sam Houston after enlisting last July and basic training at Ft. Knox.
William Petty of Northwood Institute West Baden tops dean's list. Army Private John J. Cahill Jr. recently finished nine weeks of advanced infantry training at Ft. Polk Louisiana. Army Private Stephen W. Sturm completed eight weeks of basic training at Ft Campbell Kentucky. Sturm's wife Christine resides at 4007 Park Ave North Terre Haute.
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