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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1959
Page
4
City commissioners approve a mill levy to finance capital improvements funded by bonds. The money funded expanded utilities for electricity water and sewage, supporting growth and attracting industry. Officials say power and water systems will meet rising demand and public health standards remain high, inviting further industry.
A Bible verse notes Jesus praying in Gethsemane asking for the cup to pass if possible but submitting to God’s will. The passage emphasizes obedience and endurance before the betrayal.
A collage of satirical observations on Congress diversity, national identity, medicine pricing, Elvis, labor celebrations, baseball, Fidel Castro, and social customs. The piece blends humorous critique with provocative cultural commentary, citing institutions and public figures to sketch a skeptical view of American society.
Clips and quips note towns boast intact reputations after a day together. A Morton County wildlife refuge project is announced as complete by the Kansas Fish and Game Commission. The region jokes about refuges doubling as youth centers or beer joints. A sportsman cites golf sharpening vocabulary and a columnist remarks on sleeves and shirts.
In a playful critique the piece argues Kansas City Kansas should reclaim Wyandotte Landing to gain a unique identity. It laments being labeled a spillover and urges restoring the historic name to match its historic roots and city spirit. It contrasts with nearby cities and calls for stronger local branding.
Preliminary arrangements were made for a Kansas Retail Grocers Assn convention in Chanute on October 10 to 12 with Dan Bloomheart chosen as general chairman and a local committee named. Farmers may receive free water for essential needs, Holstein dairy cattle exhibit tied to the county fair, and a Boy Scout Star and First Class promotions noted. A millet display arrived from August Gericke, teaching certificates awarded at Wilson County Normal Institute, business changes at the Smoke House, and Fraternal Aid delegates elected for a district convention.
AP News Analyst James Marlow surveys four labor control bills in play in Congress. He notes vast differences among Senate and House versions, shifting penalties and protections, and the strong lobbying from organized labor and big business. Leaders like Kennedy, Elliott, Shelley, Landrum, and Griffin drive divergent paths toward a final bill.
Big business and labor lobbyists attack the House in a fight over Landrum Griffin and racketeering reform. Senators and representatives including John Dent and Speaker Rayburn rally support for competing bills while lobbyists from General Electric and the AFL CIO pressure lawmakers.
Chanute Tribune listing publication details for Chanute Kansas in 1915. Includes publisher Chanute Publishing Company Ernest W Johnson Buiter and Publisher and staff roles like advertising news office circulation and press. Mentions Evening publication schedule and second class mailing status. Subscription rates for Neosho and neighboring counties shown with varying by mail terms.
Banner Mr and Mrs Cox were supper guests at O E Hines home Sunday. Afternoon callers included Mr and Mrs Robert Brinkley and daughter of Neodesha. Jim Ingram and daughters from California visited her father Chester Cauble and Mrs Cauble. A family reunion and covered dish supper followed at High Prairie church in honor of the Ingrams.
TV listings show a dense slate across channels KAOM KOTV WDAF KODE with matinees at noon and prime time blocks. Notable entries include Say The Texan Wyatt Earp Father Knows Best Zorro and The Public’s Choice for Evening Viewing across multiple stations.
Mr and Mrs G C Linesmith and Mr and Mrs Raymond Cline Smith with Billie attended a ball game in Kansas City. O E Hines and Mrs R D Scott visited Fredonia Tuesday afternoon. W A Noltenmeyer spent Wednesday morning in Fredonia. Paul Cox and daughters of Lincoln visited his mother Mrs C L Cox Saturday night. Mrs Cloyd Gillespie called at O E Hines home Tuesday.
Dr George W Crane discusses Butch D a quiet 11 year old driven to fistfights by the stigma of being named Shirley a girls name The piece argues mothers should avoid gendered names that provoke taunts and push boys toward aggression stating many youths become delinquents when taunted at school
A fragment from a 20th century column argues that effeminate boys seek admiration by bad behavior while some compete honestly. It notes a Who's Who of American Women edition listing 19 000 women and one man Shirley Povich of the Washington Post who laughs off the mix up.
The Walnut event on August 2 at Lincoln Park brought together three generations of Secrist and Johnson relatives. Attendees included Lester and Gary Secrist, Larry and Bruce Secrist of Galena, Charley Johnson and families, Raymond Johnson group from Fort Scott, Alford Johnson and others from Pittsburg, Olson families from Pendleton and Loveland, and Westhoff from Coffeyville. Local guest Bernard Smith hosted W. J. Westhoff for a Wednesday overnight visit. Jimmy Joe Shively, son of Raymond Shively, was also noted in attendance.
O. V. Misener was taken to Girard Hospital after a heart attack but his condition is reported improved. Chris Butler of Rochester New York is visiting family including his mother Mrs. John Butler and brother Dan Butler in Parsons and area.
The article notes that wooden railroad ties used to lay steel track cost an average of three dollars per tie. It references the broader costs in rail infrastructure and reflects pricing from the period.
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