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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1968
Page
2
Editorial mocks Georgia Governor Maddox's shift from conservative to Democratic stance. It claims his approach shows clear black and white thinking and predicts sharp, uncompromising political tactics from his supporters. The piece ridicules the idea of nuance in Maddox’s post announcement strategy.
The piece argues against Lester Maddox as a Democratic nominee while depicting a provocative fantasy of his presidency. It mocks his potential policy choices and envisions racially charged scenes, suggesting a drastic, harmful return to Old South norms. The tone satirizes conservative voices and questions authenticity.
John P. Karris argues that despite government orders for seat belts and shoulder harnesses in 1968 and 1969 models, drivers seldom use them. He notes few wearers despite claims of thousands saved and predicts continued high fatalities unless harnesses are wired into cars to prevent start without buckling up.
From Tribune Files Twenty Five Years Ago the 32nd annual picnic and free fair here focus on agricultural displays with calls for farmers and truckers to enter. Wickard grain company won coal supply contract for Chanute high school and senior trade school for winter months after a board meeting. MFA Refining company secured junior high fuel oil contract for this winter. Fifty years ago Mrs. James O Neill Bruen plans Terre Haute then Hudson River summer home trip. Mrs H L Freeman travels to Oklahoma City to visit daughter.
Terry Murphy argues that youth’s liberation from parental control has bred cynicism and untested ideals. He contrasts dreamers under 30 with older generations, urging daily acts of concern and real investment in freedom. He warns that unearned freedom without action is hollow.
Dr Molner explains that heart failure is about insufficient pumping, oxygen helps blood pick up oxygen in the lungs, and oxygen is a continuous compensatory aid rather than a cure. Overuse can dry nasal tissues but provides benefits when needed.
Washington reports Thurmond denied a Nixon deal while confirming he vetoed Rockefeller and Lindsay and pressed for a Southern friendly VP pick. The Atlantic Riviera talks cemented Agnew as acceptable, with Thurmond gaining influence over future Supreme Court appointments.
TV listings show a lineup from 6:30 to 9:00 with channels 5 2 4 7 and programs including Garrison's Gorillas, NFL Action, Showcase, Jeannie, Daktari, Sounds of ’68, Movie, Comedy, Wallace for President, N Y P D, The Invaders, and Black America featuring 9 12 network entries and event blocks.
Readable TV guide fragment shows WIBW Channel 13 and 12 listings for August 21 with multiple daytime and prime time programs. Notable entries include Cap Kangaroo Dark Shadows Jeopardy Love of Life The Edge of Night Perry Mason The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson and Summer Semester programming.
NBC features Jeannie and her sister in a moon project with Barbara Eden in a double role. Four musical acts compete from New York at the Waldorf Astoria hosted by Lloyd Thaxton on Showcase 68. Aretha Franklin appears on a Sounds of 68 talent search special on ABC. CBS News Hour offers Black America with a Ghana visit by Washington DC high school students.
The verse from Psalm 73 26 proclaims that while flesh and heart fail, God remains the source of strength and the everlasting portion for the faithful. It highlights reliance on divine support beyond human frailty.
The Kentucky finance department requires all 126 agencies to purchase their own automobiles rather than lease from the highway department motor pool. Commissioner Albert Christen says the shift should save a substantial sum.
Nutrition tips note high calorie nuts with fiber and protein while warning about diverticulosis and salt intake. Cyanosis and heart disease risks discussed. Request for Dr Molner booklet How To Take Care of Your Heart with SASE envelope and 25 cents. Dr Mother notes high volume limits responses.
William F. Matlock USN 20 son of Mr and Mrs Paul Matlock Chanute serves aboard the heavy cruiser USS St Paul off South Vietnam. The crew fired more than 40 000 rounds during the ship s third combat cruise providing naval gunfire support to U S and Allied troops near the DMZ.
Army SP4 Charles T. Storm 21 son of Mr and Mrs Howard T Storm of 430 S Evergreen was assigned as a rifleman in the 4th Infantry Division near Pleiku Vietnam on July 26.
A Gallup poll shows 46 percent of Americans view big government as the greatest threat, with 26 percent naming big labor and 12 percent citing big business. Democrats and Republicans alike express concern over federal power. the survey sampled 1,526 people across over 300 localities.
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