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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1968
Page
3
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High school counselor Co. D. LaForge spoke on college costs types and requirements at the Senior Kayette gathering yesterday afternoon. Secretary Elaine Cook reported plans for ninth grade orientation May 1 Kayette Carnival. Kayette officers candidates spoke and refreshments were served. Sponsors were Mrs. Virgil Akins and Mrs. Robert Holtzman.
Archery Club at Launching Pad at 7 00 p m. Open House at Sound Building from 1 to 4 30 p m. Youth bowling at Sportsmans Bowl at 4 p m. Junior High Night at Launching Pad from 7 to 10 p m.
Mr and Mrs G B Wall of Ottawa announce the engagement of their daughter Marilyn to Lawrence David Bryant son of Mr and Mrs Erwin H Bryant of Kansas City Kan Marilyn graduated from Chanute High School in 1965 and attended Kansas State University Manhattan She is employed by Ocean Shores Realty in Kansas City Bryant graduated from Shawnee Mission North High School in 1960 served six years in the Navy and is employed with Miller and Associates of Kansas City The wedding will be May 18.
John White, county attorney, spoke to the BPW dinner at Tioga Hotel last night on bills passed by the 1968 Kansas Legislature. About 18 members attended as Mrs. Velma Beasley presided and several members were elected to the nominating committee.
The census figure shows the U S population standing at 200,271,231 as of January 1, 1968. Heavily concentrated in urban areas, the number reflects the continuing rise in total residents and shifts in demographic patterns across states.
Community events list a Memorial Building ride schedule at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. with Pomona Grange at Fairfield School, We Who Club meeting at Sawyer Hall at 7:30 p.m., Wilson class at 1:30 p.m., First Methodist Church services at 10 a.m., Country Club Bridge at 1:30 p.m., and a Club party for husbands hosted by Mrs. Lloyd Drybread at 415 W 7th at 7:30 p.m.
Heloise shares tips such as using a rubber bath mat cut to fit the sink to prevent dark stains and breakages when washing pots and pans. The mat also helps demote cleanup, save dishes, and can be repurposed for vegetable cleaning.
Mrs Albert Wiltse of 1009 S Plummer hosted the BPW circle of the First Baptist Church Tuesday evening. Mrs Sidney Olson led the meeting, devotions titled The First Deacons Were Chosen were read by Mrs Joseph Cole, and Mrs Dale Sneeringer handled officer installation. Refreshments served to nine members.
The Chanute area ministerial group met at First Church of God with Rev. Dale Sneeringer presiding. A CROP program appeal was assigned to the Social Action committee for campaign planning. The next meeting is May 22 at 8:30 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church.
Sunflower unit outlines a window display "Where There is Smoke" for National Homemakers Week May 5 11 at the Sunflower EHU meeting. Mrs F L Burtle hosts with Mrs Gyneth Hunter as assistant. Ten members and two guests attend. toys for pediatrics ward grab bag. next meeting May 22 led by Mrs Ruby Sharpe.
The Bound to Win Class of Otterbein United Methodist Church met in the church annex Wednesday afternoon. President Mrs Frank Percy led the group which voted to visit shut ins and sick members after each meeting. Ruth was reviewed by Mrs Claud Carver with 16 members and a guest from Wichita. Hosts were Mrs Percy and Mrs Wesley Hamilton.
Pack 100 Den 5 posters created at Mrs. David Hannah’s home with plans for yard cleanup. Mark Hannah and Mrs. Ralph Carpenter led a flag salute. Randy Adams served refreshments. Edwin Aday received a get well card. Troop 109 discussed cloths fire safety at Hutton school with Mrs. Wilson and Mrs. Almond. Brownies 27 finished Mother’s Day gifts. Pack 235 Den 3 made Keep America Beautiful posters at First Baptist building. Roy McCoy opened. Cubs to wear litter bug sack costumes at Thursday 7 p.m. den mothers Mrs. Bill Davis and Mrs. Jack Hunt.
Economists forecast that U.S. research and development spending will reach 25 billion dollars in 1968. The projection highlights growing investment in science, technology, and industry as the nation aims to maintain competitive edge.
An Erie high school student style show drew over 200 attendees on Tuesday night. Judge Elissa Collins awarded three special prizes from magazines and a cooking products company. Judy Hizey Phyllis Wade and Jill Swan received top honors for journalism fashion and home economics.
The Midway Sing Out chorus of voices performs at 7 p.m. Sunday in the First Baptist Church of Chanute. Directed by Emile Carrier and Josephine Orendorff, the program features Sherry Hoozer pianist Gary Fail guitarist and Gerda Offenbacker on drums. The public is invited.
As of January 1 1968 many farm tasks are deemed hazardous for workers under 16 under a 1966 amendment. Youth under 16 may not operate tractors over 20 horsepower or attach power take offs. Driving a farm vehicle is allowed off highway but not on roads. Restrictions include bans on flagging aircraft, handling toxic chemicals, operating hay balers, or feeding into roughage blowers. Penalties include a 10000 dollar fine or six months jail.
Kansas City officials report 915000 dollars in property damage from civil disturbances last April 14. The 312 locations, concentrated in the inner city, were mainly liquor stores taverns and groceries. Fire health finance and public works staff led the inspection with private adjusters adding numbers.
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