Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Terre Haute Tribune in Terre Haute, Indiana

We have 10,635,812 pages in Indiana

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 29 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Terre Haute Tribune

Location

Terre Haute, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1950

Page

4

Terre Haute Tribune and Gazette Publisher and Contact Info

The Terre Haute Tribune and Gazette dating from 1903 lists contact lines for offices and departments including Crawford for circulation and sports, editorial, composing, and office. pricing plans for subscriptions and mail delivery. and a notice that unsolicited material is sent at the owner's risk with no liability for custody or return.

Crawford Partment Tribune Tribune Company

Platform Rules for Tribune Readers

The message urges readers to avoid criticism without knowledge, refrain from spreading gossip or rumors, refrain from bashing government, and maintain faith in America. It emphasizes responsible discourse and civic trust without attacking institutions or individuals.

America

Expert Testimony Denounces Isolationist War Policy

Gen George C Marshall told the House Foreign Affairs Committee that an isolationist approach is fatal to Western Europe and dangerous for Latin America. He warned arming the nation would cost over 30 billion dollars yearly and urged Europe to defend itself with allied support.

Russia Senate Europe George C. Marshall House Foreign Affairs Committee Latin America United States Atlantic Marshall

Germ warfare in colonial America cited by physician

Dr Perrin K Long told Allegheny County Medical Society that germ warfare was used by the besieged English at Fort Pitt in 1761 62. He cited Lord Amherst s letter to Colonel Bouquet about infecting Indians with smallpox using blankets, aiding Pontiac s tribes and shaping colonial history.

Allegheny County Medical Society Perrin K. Long Baltimore Fort Pitt Long Lord Jeffrey Amherst Colonel Bouquet Pittsburgh Bouquet Amherst Pontiac New World Canada France England

Talks to resume on East West peace with U.N. plan

Trygve Lie’s Moscow mission is thought to yield summer talks and a plan to end the Chinese representation boycott at the United Nations. The proposal would let states accept a country’s UN representatives without full diplomatic recognition of that government.

United Nations Trygve Lie Moscow Lie U.N World Organization United States China

Coal Operators Debate New Mine Wage Agreement

Coal operators say the recently signed wage agreement is designed to stabilize production amid rising costs and tense negotiations. They caution the deal may not address long term industry challenges and call for further review by labor and management.

Coal strike leverage eyed in 1952 election bid

Harry M Moses a United States Steel executive and soon to be named Labor Relations co ordinator for northern soft coal predicts John L Lewis could influence the 1952 presidential race. The new mine contract expires July 1 1952 in the heat of campaign season and Moses believes a Lewis strike could pressure Truman and help Republicans claim credit for averting a crisis.

John L. Lewis Harry M Moses United States Steel Moses Lewis Truman Republican

Remembering Bunker Hill Anniversary and the Battle Orders

A look back to June 17 1775 when Charlestown was a quiet village now Boston’s tenement district. British forces crossed harbor with nearly 3000 troops as 1400 American patriots manned earthworks on Breed's Pasture. Col William Prescott ordered not to fire until the whites of their eyes appeared and the volleys shifted the battle.

Bunker Hill Charlestown Boston Breed Concord Lexington George III William Prescott

Night driving glare blamed on oncoming headlights

New York University's Center for Safety Education says glare from headlights mainly distresses fair-skinned drivers. It urges that anyone bothered by onrushing lights should not drive after dark, a rule that would bar many motorists.

New York University Center For Safety Education

Irish Parliament Sees Era of Foreign Land Buyers Rise

Speakers warn of a check book invasion as wealthy foreigners buy Irish estates since the war. Prince Aly Khan’s Meath mansion purchase sparks debate while Batterstown residents eye the manor. Senator Seamus O'Farrel calls any such buyouts a reconquest by wealth, stressing land rights for landless Irish and economic holders.

Emerald Isle Ireland County Meath Prince Aly Khan Batterstown Seamus O’farrel

Wildflowers Abound in Colorado Rocky Mountain Foothills

The Colorado Rocky Mountain foothills host nearly 3,000 wildflower varieties, highlighting rich biodiversity in the region's diverse ecosystems and attracting nature enthusiasts and researchers alike.

Colorado Rocky Mountain Foothills

Terre Haute Forty Years Ago Today Banquet and Local Changes

The strawberry league banquet drew 120 guests at the YWCA. A new mail wagon loading platform and a south side post office entrance are under construction. Attorney B W Marshall opened offices in Beach Block. Indiana State Normal plans June 23 graduation and Parsons twenty fifth year. Various residents depart or tour cities and states for summer or visits, with several local moves and trips noted.

Strawberry League Y.W.C B. W. Marshall G. J. Thompson Indiana State Normal W. W. Parsons Walter E. Failing South Fifth Street Boston Mass Paul Cox John S. Cox South Seventh Street Louisville John G. Hein North Eighth Street New York Robert Heinl Sarah Swihart State Normal North Center Street Stewart Rose Stewart, Jr Wisconsin

Niagara Falls Power Treaty Aims Bigger Output Yet Preserves Beauty

Washington reports a 50 year U S Canada agreement signed on February 27 to expand Niagara River power while safeguarding Niagara Falls scenery. The accord sets legal baselines for water use, requires joint commissions to determine water for sightseers and power, and expects about 7.9 billion kilowatt hours more energy for North America.

Niagara River United States Canada Niagara Herbert H. Lehman New York Senate International Joint Commission Niagara Falls Ottawa Lake Erie Lake Ontario

Forty Niners and Western Gold Rush Era Figures

The Forty-Niners were those who flocked to California in 1849 seeking gold. The celebrated author of 19th century western mining life writings is Mark Twain. The tree symbolizing rugged strength is the oak. The next line after “Mine eyes have seen the glory of the coming of the Lord” is a refrain concluding the hymn Let the Glory of the Lord Rise Up. In the Bible the story of Elisha and two bears is found in 2 Kings where bears maul youths deriding the prophet.

Lord Elisha

Notable 17th and 20th Century Military Milestones

Entries recall Louis Joliot's second discovery of the Mississippi and a siege at Bunker Hill during the American Revolution. It notes the Battle of Waterloo on June 18, Napoleon’s final defeat, Gorki’s death in 1936, and Turkey joining a German war pact in 1941.

Mississippi River Louis Joliot Bunker Hill Waterloo Maxim Gorki Turkey Germany

Wizen Word Entry Shows Saxon Roots and Meaning

The term wizen is defined as intransitive to wither or shrivel and as an adjective meaning to wither or shrivel. It traces origins to Anglo Saxon Wisnian Weosnian, linked to the idea of drying or shrinking.

It’s Been Said No Ideal Is As Good As a Fact

Quote collection notes Dr. Richard C. Cabot states ideals pale beside verified facts. The remark underscores pragmatic thinking and evidence over dreams.

Richard C. Cabot

Predictions for June 18 Energetic traits noted for child born today

The forecast highlights a busy year with energetic, intelligent children born on this day. It mentions a home loving disposition and favorable character traits for the child and suggests textiles as a factor in today’s accomplishments.

If Girls Can Parade in Pajamas Why Not Men

United Press reports Max Lovell argues lounging pajamas should be worn at home by men as well as women. He cites a national survey showing 84.6 percent approval and notes women buy most men’s pajamas. He warns against sleeping naked as unhealthy and foresees pajamas possibly becoming mainstream for all occasions.

United Press New York Max Lovell Lovell Parmas

Gold rush travellers of 1849 California

The item references the 1849 California gold rush travelers. It notes Francis Bret Harte as a related figure and mentions the oak as a symbol. It quotes a line from Julia Ward Howe and records a biblical incident where children mocked Elisha and were harmed by bears.

Rustlers Halting Rice Cultivation Near Rangoon

Buddhist monk Rev. U Ottama says cattle rustlers have halted rice farming at Kodaung south of Rangoon. He reports villagers fearmass evacuation and wealthy farmers are being kidnapped for ransom as the village is terrified beyond words.

Rangoon Kodaung U Ottama

You’re Telling Me by William Rttt

Tibetans are described as the world's most prolific tea drinkers and sweet potatoes are declared the only real potato by National Geographic Society. The text humorously muses on canaries, Caruso in a cage, and a gambling probe upsetting dice game operators.

William Rttt Central Press National Geographic Society

Horoscope Snapshot for Readable Signs and Favors

A lengthy horoscope outlines personality traits and daily guidance. It lists sun sign periods from Gemini to Taurus with advice on planning, health, social activity, devotion, rest, and outdoor recreation. The tone is periodical and instructional for readers.

Vic Mature Laments Old Image Haunts New Role

Hollywood article notes Victor Mature complains a new film shows him as the old rough image despite reform attempts. He plays himself in I'll Get By with scenes in Jeanne Crain's dressing room and jokes about credits and Zanuck. He mocks mismatched socks and a studio set that booms like Taj Mahal.

United Press Hollywood U.P Victor Mature Darryl Zanuck Mature 20Th Century-Fox Vic Genius 20Th Century- Fox Vic Mature Jeanne Crain Taj Mahal Radio City Miss Crain New York Zanuck Richard Sale

Exiled Scholars Plan Danubian Inquiry Center

New York hosts the Mid-European Studies Center opening at 154 East Sixty second Street aimed at studying eastern European political economic and cultural backgrounds behind the Iron Curtain. Led by Adolph Berle Jr and Joseph Grew the Danubian Inquiry seeks long term grants and exiled scholars to publish findings within three years.

New York Mid-European Studies Center East Sixty-second Street Berle Carnegie Endowment For International Peace New York University National Committee For A Free Europe Europe George N. Shuster Hunter College Bavaria Library of Congress Adolph A. Berle Jr Iron Curtain Joseph C. Grew Japan National Committee For A Free Europe, Inc Grew Mr. Berle

Gold on the Beach in Agoo Fossicker Folklore

Coastal families near Agoo north of Manila mine the surf sands for gold legends tied to the pirate Limahong whose wrecked ship allegedly lies in Lingayen gulf. Authorities note the river carries gold to the sea and back, leaving no trace in its bed.

Manila Agoo Limahong Lingayen Gulf

Finding Cause of Backache Through Muscle Tests

When spinal bones and nerves show no issue the focus shifts to trunk muscle strength. Tests by the doctor assess abdominal and hip muscles, guiding exercise and heat therapies to relieve pain. If weakness is found, targeted exercise can restore support and reduce discomfort.

Questions and Answers on Rh factors and thyroid condition

A reader asks about Rh negative parents and pregnancy. The answer says none of the conditions interfere unless thyroid deficiency is marked, then thyroid extract helps. A reader asks if spastic colitis is curable. the reply: yes, curable with treatment.

Diverse Timely Facts Curated From Early 20th Century Snippets

A mosaic of trivia spans weather signals from a Santa Fe peak to faithfulness tests for husbands. It notes 1900 tire costs at 40 dollars, pettiy gamblers estimated at 40 million, and the U.S. population center shifting west to southern Illinois. It cites census mapping, future car costs, and war dogs aiding Japanese ports saving tax dollars. Also mentions Hirohito submitting poems to a popular magazine and acceptance.

Also Mentioned on This Page

The Terre Haute and Gazette Terre Ancte Gazette Terre Haute Tribune the Tribune MAIL FIRST Stalin Tralee Scott R. J. Scott Copr U.S H. D. Crawford Fort Niagara New York State Niagara Falls Power Company United States Senate St. Lawrence Seaway Ken Ford California Francis Bret Harte Julia Ward Howe Stella Gemini Leo Virgo Libra Scorpio Sagittarius Capricorn Aquarius Pisces Aries United Feature Syndicate, Inc Patricia Clary Harold O. Voorhis N.Y.U Danube League of Nations James T. Shotwell Carnegie Endowment Fund Edgar P. Dean Harvard University Czechoslovakia Dean DR. Bundesen Questions and Santa Fe N. M Indiana Illinois Auto Hirohito FBI
Search Courier

Search the Terre Haute Tribune Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Terre Haute Tribune?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication