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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1973
Page
2
An electric blanket fire at a Gamma Phi Beta house at the University of Kansas caused $1500 damage with no injuries. Investigators linked the short to all 18 beds being in use, while open dorm windows regulations drive comfort needs. The piece jokes about blanket rules and upcoming student responses.
The piece argues against harsher punishment for killings of police and government officials, asserting that murder is equally evil regardless of the victim. It contends capital punishment does not deter crime and that inequality undermines American justice. It cites officials claiming special protection, then questions the practicality and fairness of two legal standards.
A Kansas House reapportionment tale recalls high school dances as district lines shift under court directives. The author describes pairing with Labette County townships, losing Crawford County ties, and facing proposed changes that mix Neosho and Allen counties with new representatives.
Washington Merry-Go-Round reports an FBI agent in Detroit faces accusations of taking payoffs from Mafia figures. FBI chief L. Patrick Gray sends inspectors. sources say evidence could justify firing, with bribery charges uncertain. Six reform proposals follow, including independent agency status and split divisions for crime fighting and counterintelligence.
TV networks unveil fall lines with more police and private eye shows and more situation comedies. ABC CBS NBC split outcomes show several cancellations and new legal and crime dramas while horsing around for next season.
A Bible verse emphasizes youth rejoice but remember divine judgment. Ecclesiastes Chapter 11 verse 9 urges walking by one’s heart yet warns that all deeds are weighed by God. It presents a moral reminder within a devotional style.
The Chanute Tribune lists subscription prices for various terms and territories including Neosho Allen Wilson and Woodson counties, outside trade territory Kansas addresses, area towns with carrier delivery, Chanute post office boxholders, and Chanute carrier rates. It notes tax details and payment in advance.
Building permits indicate a sharp rise in local activity. First quarter 1973 costs reached 1,281,680 dollars versus 443,442 dollars in 1972, a gain of 838,233 dollars.
TV guide notes last minute changes and substitutions as channels release schedules. Highlights include 7:00 Cool Million with James Farentino expanding to two hours for Hawaii Five-O, 9:00 Miss Missouri Miss Kansas Pageant live from Kansas City Music Hall, and 8:00 to 12:35 lineup featuring Hollywood Squares Dragnet Marcus Welby and The Tonight Show amid sports and crime drama blocks.
TV listing details weekday lineups for KTEW to KMBC channels with programs such as Truth Consequences Partridge Family Dracnet Harry Black and The Tiger Adam 12 Notorious Sonny and Cher Spring Sports Show The Small Miracle American Phenomenon The Big Walk Medical Center Lenox Quartet The Turning Points News Weather Tonight Show Madhouse Day of the Triffids Around the World Under the Sea Paul Harvey Dr Kildare Second Effort The Sleeping City Story of Jesus on April 11.
In Addis Ababa the Filwoha baths charge five Ethiopian dollars about 2.50 for a first class experience with hot mineral water and a two room suite. A guard checks tickets while a lone patron uses a six sided tiled bath. Fourth class showers cost 1.50 Ethiopian dollars. The service is quiet and intense in the noonday heat at 8,000 feet.
Twenty five years ago sewage disposal costs and problems made all three free sites unattractive to the Neosho county hospital board. Each location lies about two miles from city sewer lines, prompting caution about site suitability. Also, J E and E E Haymaker will open a first class cafe starting tomorrow noon in the Sun building at 13 N Lincoln.
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