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Newspaper
Terre Haute Tribune
Location
Terre Haute, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1962
Page
4
A bold defense of free expression echoes Voltaire’s maxim. The piece argues that protecting speech, even disagreeable views, underpins democratic debate and societal progress. It urges readers to uphold rights amid controversy and dissent.
The Montana Power Company argues a private 240000 kilowatt hydro project costing 42 million uses private funds, while a government dam would cost effectively 1010 per kilowatt and lose 11 million yearly, totaling 550 million over 50 years, plus 138.6 million in forgone tax revenue. It warns of 9000 acres flooded, displaced 1284 people and harm to fish and wildlife.
The Arizona Daily Star editor William R. Mathews disputes Barry Goldwater's calls for a preventive war and an ultimatum to the Soviet Union. Mathews argues such rigid policy risks misjudging Kremlin resolve and risks wider crisis, urging subtler, resilient foreign policy.
The article notes President De Gaulle's resolve to build an independent French nuclear strike force despite U S warnings. Secretary Rusk and Defense Secretary McNamara argue such a force would be ineffective as a deterrent and could provoke severe risk in war. McNamara hints U S support if France proceeds, though the stance remains cautious.
On line from New York June 27 recalls anti Alcatraz crusade and a 1930s San Quentin boat voyage with Clarence Darrow. The piece also notes Boeing ending B 52 production at Wichita, 744th of the line, with 8 engines and long range missiles. It cites job impacts and CARE kit efforts for international aid programs.
HAL BOYLE collects quips about fat people from jokes and gibes in New York. The piece features jokes about weight, dieting and social jibes aimed at overweight individuals with a light humorous tone.
A humorous strip of anecdotes and quips about cheating rumors in school life, pub chatter in London's East End, and a Cleveland writer lampooning word overuse with notes on capacity and cacography.
Calendar from Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce lists events for tonight and tomorrow. Officials note corrections should be directed to the chamber office.
Thursday schedule lists Krietenstein Post 104 at Legion Post Home 8 p.m. 604th MP Battalion Army Reserve Center 7 30 p.m. Moose Lodge Lodge Home 8 p.m. Civitan Club at Deming Hotel 7 a.m. Kiwanis Terre Haute House 12 noon Optimist Breakfast Shuffle Inn 7 30 a.m. Central Eastside Associates Frank's Restaurant 7 30 a.m.
Daily except Sunday editions promoted for Terre Haute Tribune address readers to call if a copy is not received by specified times. Rates shown for Indiana Illinois subscriptions include Evening and Sunday options with annual, six month, and three month terms. Postage notice states second class mailing and owner risk for unsolicited manuscripts and photos.
Irma George of North Elev enth street attended summer school at Columbia University. Ben and Mrs. Smith of Seymour with children Marie and Ben Jr. visited Mr. and Mrs. George Haynes on Lafayette avenue. A book club meeting was at Mrs. James H. Swango’s home on South Sixth street. Howard Reed and family on Locust street hosted guests after visiting friends in Palestine Illinois. Rosalind Tivnen of Mattoon was guest of Mary Beth Hickey on South Center street.
IU exchange student Becky White will return to Terre Haute visiting her parents Dr and Mrs James V White and family. Her husband elect, also a former IU student, plans to continue studies at IU under the exchange program. Anniversary greetings go to Betty and Maurie Harden on their twenty fifth year. Police Lt Ollie Flowers and Ruth celebrate No 25 years July 3. An Atlanta cookbook compiler seeks a Hoosier state cookbook for a state file and invites responses. William R Cox reports first ripe tomato of the 1962 season. Paul Johns SS district office manager and wife celebrate 23rd wedding anniversary. SS office in Terre Haute established 25 years ago next week. Del Humphrey reports two fishing spots after route changes affecting his property on State Road 42.
British Liberal Party leader Jo Grimond speaks with optimism about forming a government if the party gains power in the next UK election. He asserts Liberal support could shape postwar policy and coalition options while detailing plans to expand party influence.
The column blends a June 27 horoscope with a political wrap of Britain's 1962 general election prospects. It highlights a wide range of zodiac guidance for each sign and reports on Hugh Gaitskell challenging Macmillan, Liberals gaining seats, and Conservative vote losses with a focus on potential by-elections and party dynamics.
A compact note reproduces a Cicero line on insincerity describing disgrace as a moral truism.
Twenty years ago today the FBI announced the capture of eight German saboteurs and spies who had been landed in Florida and Long Island. The note also references Helen Keller and baseball figures Eddie Kasko Bob Trowbridge and Gus Zernial.
The list defines traits for a griffin with feathered wings and a dragon with bat wings. It mentions the Himalayas and Kunluns. It describes a person who defeats a plot by officious interference and defines a dowager as a widow with a large aristocratic dower. It also notes a Merino sheep type.
In Tucson residents welcomed Continental Airlines service a year ago but baggage checks consistently misspell the city name as Tuscon. The error prompted local attention and calls for correction.
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