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Newspaper
Terre Haute Tribune
Location
Terre Haute, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1968
Page
4
Editorial from Terre Haute Tribune references Voltaire’s defense of free speech. Notes the issue of differing opinions and the principle of protecting speech even if disagreeing. Calls for civil discourse and steadfast commitment to fundamental rights.
The Freedom of Information Center at the University of Missouri reports a decline in the number of countries with relatively uncontrolled press last year. In 1966, 55 nations were free, compared to 47 in 1967, with 26 controlled and 11 transitioning. The study notes slow, erratic movement toward freedom and cautions Americans that censorship harms liberty and world order.
A specialist says moderate drinking does no harm but warns many social drinkers overestimate moderation. Dr. Leon Greenberg notes heavy drinking causes serious and permanent bodily damage from nutritional deficiencies. He cites no evidence that small amounts are harmful but cautions gradual progression beyond moderation.
A concise look at Chester A. Arthur rising to the presidency after Garfield's assassination. The piece argues the vice presidency matters, citing Arthur’s unexpected competence and the dangers of luck in presidential succession. It reflects on Garfield’s 1880 nomination, Conkling’s opposition, and Arthur’s subsequent nonpartisan accomplishments.
By Bob Considine Madame Wellington Koo wife of the former Chinese ambassador to the U S arrives in New York after eight months in Southeast Asia. She declares Communist China and the Soviet Union will not permit the Vietnam war to end, arguing they can keep it going indefinitely at a tiny fraction of the cost.
On this day in 1956 Charles Dumas became the first high jumper to clear seven feet. June 30, 1936, the 40 hour work week was enacted. The fragment includes figures, quotes, and rounded trivia about historical figures Atahuallpa Attila Bach Austen and later geopolitical remarks attributed to Madame Koo about Indonesia.
A lighthearted fable set in Pilgrims Pride follows a carpenter and a donkey living in a barn. The donkey pushes for quick fixes, repeatedly knocking down walls, until the roof collapses and both are trapped. Moral: there is more than one way to fix a barn.
The Terre Haute Tribune announces delivery and subscription details for Indiana and Illinois readers. It lists call times for copies, pricing by region, and mail options, along with notes on post dates and agent responsibilities. It also states copyright and republication rights and warns about custody of unsolicited submissions.
Saturday guidance for born readers highlights balancing imagination with facts and managing emotions. It warns against early marriage ideals, stresses family ties, and urges restraint. The zodiac segments advise Cancer to temper opinions, Leo to move beyond past hurts, Virgo to ignore harsh sources, Libra to help others, Scorpio to view others with objectivity, Sagittarius to let others solve their problems, Capricorn to make independent Sunday choices, Aquarius to reorder personal beliefs, Pisces to respond emotionally to spiritual signals, Aries to seek new friendships, Taurus to pursue present goals, and Gemini to grow through morning worship.
Jim Bishop Is presented in a vivid profile that details his public persona and private image. The piece notes his long career since 1945, his steady prolific output, and his approach to reporting with enshrined ethics while describing his appearance and family. It references his upcoming 61st birthday and Kennedy assassination era context.
A reader letter from Esther Wood of Wilmington California laments the focus on “Poor People” and draft dodgers. She argues veterans and tax paying workers deserve a say and plan to voice opinions at the polls. Additional items note unemployment debates, draft card conviction, a Golden Gate Park shooting, and other press snippets.
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