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Newspaper
Terre Haute Tribune
Location
Terre Haute, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1971
Page
4
The Terre Haute Tribune recalls Voltaire’s defense of free expression while noting contemporary debates on speech rights. The editorial argues for tolerance and robust public discourse amid opposing views and campus controversies.
The CBS docu mentary reviews US air activity in Vietnam Laos and Cambodia. It finds no clear proof of escalation from Nixon to date, with bombing trends rising 1966-68 under Johnson and declining 1969-71, while area coverage has widened since May 1970 but lacks substantiation of continued growth.
A discussion of the shift from straight party voting to independent and split-ticket behavior. The book The Ticket Splitter by Walter De Vries and Lance Torrance Jr. questions polling versus ballot realities, noting rising cross-party voting since 1920 and 1950 to 1970, and argues the trend keeps politicians on their toes.
A public notice urges careful behavior during holidays as drunken driving costs hundreds of lives. It warns celebrants to avoid driving when intoxicated and to delay departure, choosing coffee or staying put to prevent tragic crashes and ensure safe travels.
Former U S Senator George Smathers, JFK’s best man and close friend, attends the Mackle brothers’ $18 million Gulf of Mexico hotel opening. Smathers, now a lawyer with offices in Florida and Washington, discusses Florida’s 1972 Democratic primary and predicts Nixon could carry Florida, while backing Scoop Jackson and others.
A humorous account of a law abiding traveler’s anxiety at customs checks at Kennedy Airport. The narrator describes the baggage card system, the prickly feeling of potential inspection, and the tension over declared items and long worn possessions before being cleared as not a smuggler.
Reader asks about eyelid burning and whether allergy is cause. Advice notes possible allergy sources such as nail polish hair products dyes shampoos and cosmetics and suggests nonallergenic options after medical check. A separate query on overbite asks if time or braces can correct it with a qualified orthodontist responding about bite correction and treatment options.
Born today you have endurance to tackle hard work and long hours. You seek self improvement but avoid money matters, preferring others to handle finances. Old friends comfort you. new acquaintances feel awkward. For tomorrow, read your birthday paragraph and follow your star.
The Terre Haute Tribune announces circulation and mailing rates for Indiana and Illinois readers. Notices include pricing for evening and Sunday editions, six month and full year options, with postal and service notes. This public notice lists contact and publishing details for the Tribune Star group.
TRIBUNE STAFFERS TIM MATHERLY son of MRS ELLEN MATHERLY secretary at the YWCA is home for the holidays and will depart January for Norfolk VA to join the U S Navy after graduation from radar school at Great Lakes. He is a 1970 graduate of Indiana State University. His wife DONNA SHOPMEYER plans to accompany him. Also noted MR and MRS MANFORD DALE RUDISEL announce the birth of son MARC ANDREW on Dec 22 weighing 8 pounds. Grandparents MR and MRS MATTHEW STARK of West Terre Haute and MR and MRS MANFORD G RUDISEL of 2145 Plum St. are listed.
Army S four Terry W Neese son of Mr and Mrs Wayne B Neese RR 51 recently was assigned to the 2nd Armored Division Fort Hood Texas He is a mechanic in Headquarters Company 2nd Battalion of the Division's 66th Armor His wife Joyce lives in Fontanet.
Democratic National Committee officials consider inviting ex President Lyndon B. Johnson to attend the Miami Beach convention to bridge past divisions from Chicago 1968. They fear protests could erupt if he plays too large or too small a role, and plan a Kennedy Johnson years review session and formal safety measures.
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