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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1966
Page
1
Chanute residents may view 130 exhibits at the 7th annual Chanute Science Fair in the Senior High gym tonight from 7 to 9. Judges from Kansas State College will award medals for top entries in each level and a grand award overall.
Union dispute over contempt fines persists after eight rail carriers resume operations following a four day strike by the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen and Enginemen. The stoppage idled about 200000 workers and cost railroads over 30 million in revenue.
A Kansas note describes a dramatic moon sighting felt by most Kansans last night with suggestions of another viewing tonight. The message conveys a sense of widespread public wonder at the near and large lunar appearance.
Coffeyville Community Junior College trustees vote to withdraw all merger steps with Independence Community Junior College after Independence trustees approve building a separate unit funded by a bond issue. Independence seeks a new facility while awaiting reaccreditation review by the North Central Association. The move ends merger talks begun last September amid regional controversy in Montgomery County Kansas.
Washington AP reports Congress completed action on a bill authorizing $85 million in federal funds for water research over the next decade. The measure targets national water quality and supply research initiatives with federal support.
Ohioans may soon watch General Assembly sessions on TV. A legislative study committee recommended live radio and television coverage, costing about $100000. Final approval rests with the legislature when it convenes next year.
Boston AP report says Attorney General Edward W. Brooke ruled that a bill requiring public schools to open each day with a minute of silent meditation does not violate the federal or state constitutions.
Erie voters approved a $50,000 general obligation bond for a city swimming pool in a special election by 407 to 146. City Clerk Morris Howard said bids will be opened in about two weeks and a contract let, with completion targeted for July 4 at Erie City Park.
Twenty five local firms will exhibit during Kansas Industry Appreciation Week April 18 to 23 at the new Central Park community building. Viewing hours are 7 to 9 p m daily and 2 to 4 p m Thursday through Saturday. Guided tours will cover local school groups. Thirty six communities statewide schedule observances as reported by the Kansas Department of Economic Development. Chanute chamber dinner is set for Wednesday at the Masonic Temple.
Cooler air moved into Kansas from the northwest today with partly cloudy skies and scattered light showers overnight. Traces of precipitation were reported in Emporia, Abilene, Wichita, Dodge City, Hill City, Concordia and Lawrence. A warming trend is forecast by Wednesday with highs 65 to 70 and lows in the middle 30s. Humidity and barometer readings are noted at 1 p.m.
Saigon AP reports U S Air Force fighter bombers hit the main Hanoi to Red China rail line for the first time since the moratorium ended. Targets included the Lang Bun bridge 25 miles from Hanoi and a rail yard left unusable. three Americans and three Vietnamese were killed in last Friday’s attack on a Saigon officers billet.
A compromise calmed dangers of civil war in the Vietnamese armed forces at Da Nang while a Buddhist demand for a national assembly within three months sustains political strife. Riot police used tear gas on a 700 strong crowd in Saigon amid a curfew violation. Premier Ky returned from Da Nang after talks with Maj. Gen. Nguyen Van Chuan who announced measures to ease the crisis, including moving a battalion away from opposing 1,300 marines and confining the marines to Da Nang base.
The Red River flood pushes north from North Dakota into Manitoba. Hallock Minnesota evacuations occur as two rivers drive water toward town. Emerson Manitoba residents seek high ground while Winnipeg prepares with 67 miles of primary dikes. Grand Forks watches Red Lake River surge then recede to 45.32 feet.
Sightseers flood central Florida after a series of tornadoes that ripped from Tampa to Cape Kennedy. At least 10 killed and more than 300 injured, with damages estimated at 29.4 million dollars. Polk County officials urge the public to stay out as National Guardsmen guard homes and lootings are minimal with one juvenile arrest.
Topeka AP reports Kansas traffic death log for the 24 hours ending 9 am Tuesday April 8 1966 shows 142 fatalities this year versus 147 in the prior year period. The record totals reflect ongoing crash fatality counts across the state.
Two native Kansans are among 19 astronauts named to the U S space team Air Force Capt Joe H Engle 33 son of Chapman Kan and Lt Cmdr Ronald E Evans 32 son of St Francis and Vassar Kan. Engle flew the X15 to 53 miles high and 3477 mph. Engle telephoned his parents to share the news and promised to send a rock from the moon if he reaches the planet.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports non farm employment up by 520 000 in March to 61.7 million, while the unemployment rate edges from 3.7 to 3.8 percent. Officials note sampling variation and a rising labor force as housewives and others seek work in a booming economy. The first quarter average unemployment stands at 3.8 percent, a sharp improvement from late 1965.
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The board agreed to trade in a 1962 Dodge for an eight cylinder truck with hydraulic lift, buy a 1966 Oldsmobile station wagon for driver education, and replace 12 Royal typewriters with new Royals. They hired five teachers, accepted two resignations, and planned bids for Royster Junior High remodeling. They also funded a mental health center contract and studied bus fuel savings.
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