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Newspaper
Terre Haute Tribune
Location
Terre Haute, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1969
Page
4
Terre Haute Tribune quotes Voltaire on defending free expression even if opinions are disagreeable. The editor emphasizes civil debate and the principle of protecting speech in a free society.
The letter urges Terre Haute officials to override Mayor Larrison and approve a $425 yearly pay raise for police and firemen, arguing the department faces risk and Indiana's taxes and state legislature affect funding. It cites a 18-city survey placing Terre Haute near bottom in pay and calls for action tonight to gain six votes to override the veto.
A Senate Judiciary subcommittee approved a bill to set ground rules for a possible constitutional convention. The piece warns that a convention could risk new provisions beyond merely overturning Supreme Court apportionment rulings, amid renewed criticism of the Court. Authorities note only one more state is needed to trigger a call, hoping others reconsider.
Ada Barnett Stough of the Administration on Aging urged early preparation for retirement. She said the average retiree has about 50,000 hours of free time and advised middle age learning to ease the shift to unstructured time and older age.
The Department of Justice and U S Steel reached a consent judgment in which the steel firm agrees to a 10 year moratorium on certain selling practices that pressured suppliers. The case raised antitrust questions under the Sherman Act and ended without a court ruling on illegality, signaling reduced pressure in trade.
On the Line reports that nearly 20 carriers will fly the North Atlantic with Boeing 747s. Configurations vary from 350 to 480 seats as passengers travel at high speed in comfort. It recalls Alcock and Brown’s 1919 feat and the race for a £50,000 prize, noting the Vickers Vimy’s perilous early crossing and perilous moments during its flight.
The House of York and the House of Lancaster faced off. Lancaster is the red rose and York the white. Lindbergh’s famous flight occurred in 1927. Peloponnesian War was between Sparta and Athens, with Sparta the winner. The Napoleonic Code is the unified French civil code adopted in 1804.
A collection of humorous observations and wry quips about modern life. The snippets touch on naps, diet, industry, literature, fashion, parenting wildlife, finance, dining, work culture, and media. Each joke highlights contradictions and social quirks with a light editorial voice.
The column advises readers to pursue fitting careers in architecture or fashion design, notes home life harmony, and highlights energy and perseverance with a warning against stubbornness. It lists daily star signs Gemini to Taurus with tailored tips and cautions for each sign.
The Terre Haute Tribune presents its regional and out of state subscription prices for Indiana and Illinois readers. It lists rates for daily and Sunday editions, mail options, and special delivery notes. The page includes publication dates and newsroom contact guidance for subscribers.
Tech. Sgt. and Mrs. Thomas Crum and their four children prepare to move to Stuttgart Germany after spending time with relatives in Terre Haute. Linda Lee Smith graduates from Honey Creek as part of a local class of diploma recipients. Army Specialist Four Robert L. Miller earns the Army Commendation Medal near Bear Cat Vietnam. Fish fry returns to Center Point on June 28 drawing Wabash Valley crowds. Teresa Wilson travels to Frankfort Germany for a summer study of culture and language.
Sen Edward Kennedy adds Steve Smith as campaign manager for a national presidential run, signaling a shift from Smith’s gubernatorial ambitions. Smith, Kennedy’s brother in law, is described as shy in public but tough in negotiations, and has stepped back from plans to run for New York governor.
UPI reports Virgil H. Summers age 45, a tool and diemaker, was charged with illegal medicine practice. Summers allegedly set up a home office and advertised locally. Investigator Cecil Scott said Summers offered hypnosis for headaches and dizziness and displayed a diploma, charging six dollars per treatment.
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