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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1972
Page
2
The nation weighs a wage rise from 1.60 to 2 or 2.20 an hour amid discord. Opponents warn small businesses will suffer and jobs fall as the long battle over the 30s era floor resurfaces. An extra 60 cents an hour would not derail inflation, supporters say it is overdue.
The piece mirrors fierce national debate over U S strategy in Vietnam as Jane Fonda and Ramsey Clark challenge intensive bombing. It argues government critics face treason charges while urging commitment to victory, noting bombs harm civilians and citizens must express conscience.
A humorous note on a possum show in Clanton Alabama where top possum Swuft Lucindy set a record with $8000 bidding. The piece jokes about unifying possum farming, Ozarks regional plans, and rival regional slogans while comparing to Kansas beef branding Eat More Beef and a Dentifrice gag.
Washington reporters allege a bias in military justice with high ranking officers facing few consequences for petty thefts while enlisted personnel face court and punishment. The investigation highlights cases from Andrews Air Force Base to Fort Myer and criticizes Defense Department morale propaganda favoring generals.
Today marks the 229th day of 1972 with notable events including the Klondike gold discovery in 1896 and Babe Ruths death in 1948. It also notes Lincoln 1861 trade prohibition, World War I arrivals in 1914, Cyprus independence 1960, and Adlai Stevensons 1956 nomination. Births include George Meany.
NBC tests a one shot variety show at 1 a.m. to 2 30 a.m. hosted by John Denver with guests Mort Sahl the Everly Brothers and Cass Elliot. Producer Burt Sugarman seeks a 1833 age audience and advertisers via cheaper late hour sponsorship. If ratings justify it a weekly run could start in September.
Twenty five years ago a Gran Fiesta celebrating Mexican Independence Day was announced by a Mexican committee led by Heriberto Isusi to be held in Chanute on September 15 and 16. The Chanute Victory transport ship, later serving the Dutch government, carried Eisenhower’s car from Europe to the United States. Fifty years ago, in 1922, there would be no four city Labor Day celebration in Chanute due to unsettled industrial conditions and a broader regional schedule.
A verse from John 6 2 notes a great multitude following Jesus after he healed the diseased. Readers are reminded to call their Tribune carrier at 431 3400 by 5 30 p m if delivery is missed.
A 22 year old woman Jean Jones was arraigned in New York on charges of kidnapping her four year old daughter Jennifer from the paternal grandparents in Ottawa Kansas. The girl's father Kevin Jones was arrested in Greenwich Village and released on bond. The grandparents claim custody papers were signed to transfer rights.
Channel lineups feature Adam 12 with Dick Clark and Gary Crosby at the strip, and miniseries like An Echo of Anger and Black Serviceman. Evening portions include Grey’s Medical Center, Mannix, Night Gallery and The Tonight Show with Cavett, plus I Love Lucy and The Star Maker finales.
The Tribune lists weekday daytime and evening picks for major stations KCMO KUHI KMBC KTWU KODE WIBW KTEW Chanute WDAF with programs including High Chaparral Stand Up and Cheer Dr Simon Locke Hee Haw The Daydreamer Duffy Tonight Show Jeopardy Village of The Damned and Story of Jesus among others scheduled across channels 2 4 5 6 7 9 11 12 13.
Rural Water District No. 1 in Woodson County outlines an expansion plan to seek 160,000 federal grant and 210,000 loan. Copies available at Piqua Grain Co and Farmers Coop Elevator in Piqua. 146 current patrons and 119 on expansion list. Members invite names and 25 dollars to board members Frank Specht Earl Schornick Leon Catron Andy Bauer Harland Cress Tom Kress George Collins.
Publication lists subscription options for various regions including Neosho Allen Wilson Woodson counties and Chanute area. Rates shown for 1 year 6 months 3 months and 1 month plus applicable sales tax and postage. Also notes Chanute carrier delivery and AP membership details.
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