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Newspaper
Terre Haute Tribune
Location
Terre Haute, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1959
Page
4
A concise editorial reflects Voltaire quoted sentiment praising free speech and defense of expression, noting that criticism may be disapproved yet the right to speak remains protected and vital in open societies.
Washington urges citizen committees of one to report obscene mail, aiming to curb a half billion dollar trade. Arthur Summerfield cites seizures of lewd films books and pamphlets and asks local postmasters to forward complaints to the Postal Inspection Service for action.
Reporters in Brownsville Texas quoted James R Hoffa threatening a nationwide strike to "straighten out the employers." Hoffa denied the claim in multiple cities, but observers note the remarks fit a pattern of arrogance and power abuse and that he appeared to acknowledge going too far.
The proposed changes would expand coverage beyond small local businesses by raising retail thresholds and adding a broad interstate commerce test. Critics warn the move would widen government power over many enterprises and workers and fuel inflation.
Chicago tests an electronic brain to tailor penalties to crimes and prior convictions. After a driver is convicted the machine provides an immediate record of past offenses, speeding up the judicial process and extending relief to the public by expediting justice.
Terre Haute officials note May 1929 as unusually wet and cool with rainfall five inches above normal and temperatures 4.5 degrees below. Homer Williams led the Prosperity Hop at the new A L Assembling Co. site. Construction bids for the Christian Science Church ranged near 75000 with Glenn North Construction low on general and A C Toelle low on plumbing. The ICC decision improved Terre Haute Freight rates affecting west and northwest markets. City Building Inspector N. D. Brill reports 124 permits issued in May with an estimated value of 48998.
A quiz column featuring five questions on terms and biographies. It asks why frankincense is named so and inquires about a biography on a Puritan in Babylon, the author of The Winslow Boy, Jose Ferrer’s birthplace island, and the city leading calendar publishing in the nation.
Timeline notes Kentucky joins the Union in 1792 and Tennessee follows in 1796. In 1864 the Civil War’s Battle of Cold Harbor begins, marking a major eastern campaign engagement.
A concise historical note explains wizened meaning as dried and shriveled, tracing its origin to Anglo-Saxon wisdom man and its linkage to wither. The entry highlights usage evolution and pronunciation guidance.
A terse aphorism by Alexander Kerr declares dyspepsia as the remorse of a guilty stomach, reflecting a witty observation on digestion and conscience.
The year will be highlighted by domestic bliss, check extrav agances, however. Today's child will be enterprising and shrewd.
Notable figures Pat Boone John Masefield Werner Jassen John Van Druten and Joan Caulfield are cited in a tribute listing. The document references entertainers poets conductors and playwrights connected to English cultural circles.
Washington report credits Delaware Republican John Williams with pushing a $35000 limit on government crop subsidies. The measure passed the Senate on May 22 amid Democratic defections and widespread support from Republicans. Williams signals further fights to curb farm welfare, targeting Soil Bank loopholes and reclamation boondoggles.
A nurse in a maternity ward unexpectedly inherits one hundred thousand dollars from a distant relative. She recalls being nervous and asks two expectant fathers to help calm her down. A Minnesota banker quips that a new teller applicant is a gentleman to his fingerprints. A father nudges a child to admit he needs help lifting a stone.
The clues point to a derivation from Old French for a term meaning pure incense. The list mentions Calvin Coolidge Terence Rattigan Puerto Rico St Paul Minnesota as possible anchors for interpretation or cross references.
Harold Orbach read a newspaper in Tulsa when he noticed he was listed as guest soloist for an afternoon chorale. He had forgotten the engagement but managed to arrive in time for the performance.
Public notice outlines delivery and messenger service for The Terre Haute Tribune Vaily and Terre Haute Gazette readers. It lists contact numbers for Office and Circulation and notes posting as second class matter since January 1903.
The June 1 horoscope describes originality optimism and ambition with a caution about mood swings and impulsive decisions. It notes strong taste for quality and loyalty in love, warns against haste in marriage, and lists notable figures born on this date including Campbell Davis Nichols and Drinkwater.
Daily zodiac advice lists fortune and cautions for each sign from Gemini to Taurus. It advises discretion for Gemini, cooperative help for Cancer in real estate, romance plus caution for Leo, prompt risk awareness for Virgo, a money making day for Libra, profit caution for Scorpio, lucky breaks for Sagittarius, factual thinking for Capricorn, business plus domestic balance for Aquarius, prudent spending for Pisces, cautious morning with profits later for Aries, and outcomes depending on others for Taurus. Copyright 1959 United Feature Syndicate.
Free chest X ray screenings begin today and run through Friday at Sixth and One half Street and Wabash Avenue thanks to Christmas Seals. Health notes urge polio vaccination as peak summer time arrives and mention a local case in Seelyville. The Kentucky election outcome with Bert T. Combs defeating Chandler is noted, referencing past service at Ft. Knox. A cat with two pedigreed chihuahua pups is reported, and Councilman Ernest Nicoson celebrates a birthday joking about age and the number 39.
Brooks Brademas city planning consultant analyzes a downtown parking relief request to be considered with Department of Redevelopment projects. The Miller Causey law library, housing over 6 900 legal volumes in 390 cartons, moves to the county courthouse at county expense’s site. Belated birthday wishes go to Frank Collins of New Goshen 85 this month. Roscoe Pinson and wife celebrate 31st wedding anniversary. Leona Tribune switchboard operator received a singing telegram from coworkers on the occasion.
The U S Department of Agriculture named Fountain County Indiana a new crop insurance county for corn soybeans and wheat starting with the 1960 crop year Rep Fred Wampler notes Boone and Montgomery counties already insured and Vigo County insured for corn and soybeans He also reports Postal Field Service pay raised permanently with approval by the Postmaster General and Budget Bureau A 74 minute 16 mm interview with Rep Wampler and Col Arthur Nauman on flood control for Indiana's Sixth District is available on request detailing 61 6 million in flood damages 10 6 million in Sixth District damages from 1943 to 1958.
Rep. Wampler last week introduced legislation aimed at equalizing retirement pay for uniformed services members. He cited 1958 Cordiner Report proposals that left retirees without increases, noting the House Armed Services Committee seeks a 6 percent cost of living raise for retirees without shifting the base pay scales. He warned the current method harms recruitment and retention of capable personnel.
Local civic figure Mr Boyle is featured today on page seven of the newspaper. The article highlights his latest activities and community involvement.
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