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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1972
Page
2
The piece argues Republicans blame Democrats for stalled Vietnam negotiations to aid their reelection. It says there is no conclusive evidence of sabotage and notes North Vietnam’s known stance. It asserts shared blame across parties and citizens for the war’s persistence.
The piece critiques the GOP platform's emphasis on voluntary school prayer, arguing it rebrands an old idea to capitalize on fear. It asserts no threat to religious freedom and urges both parties to reflect on the issue rather than politicize it.
Thoughtful observer from Japan notes American party discipline appears lax but contrasts with Japan where discipline is absolute. He witnesses Sen. Robert Dole honored at a Kansas Republican gathering as well as varied guests, with debates over Nixon vs McGovern and Docking. Proverb quoted.
Washington reports H. R. Haldeman, Nixon's chief of staff, exercises decisive control over campaign strategy from the White House. He directs political directives, approves contracts, and coordinates activities, including proposing a dedicated advertising unit called the November Group for the president's reelection.
Harry Robbins Haldeman known as Bob rose from ad man to top Nixon campaign organizer and later in-chief of staff. He directs who the President sees and what memos advance, shaping the White House team with aides like Ron Ziegler and John Erlichman. Larry Higby, nicknamed Big L, serves as his trusted aide.
An impasse blocks a joint TV debate format for Gov. Docking and rival Morris Kay in the Kansas general election. WIBW's Sandstrom plans a September meeting to craft an acceptable plan while Kay demands strict guidelines including standing, 30 minute length, no rebuttal, and broader candidate participation.
Channel advances push preemption of regular prime time with the Republican Convention limiting new programming. Highlights include Marcus Welby Tonight and Too Young to Kiss with June Allyson and Van Johnson. Other slots feature Snoopy at the Ice Follies and I Love Lucy.
The page lists weekday daytime schedules for multiple stations with programs such as The Hank Stram Show Gilligan's Island The Super Tonight Show Dick Cavett I Love Lucy Gidget Goes To Rome Paul Harvey Weather Faith Song of Songs and Story of Jesus across channels KCMO KUHI KOAM KMBC KTWU KODE WIBW KTEW Chanute WDAF and WED.
On this date in history events include Nazi troops near Leningrad in World War II, Jacob Barsimson landing at New Amsterdam, Ann Franklin at Newport Mercury, Howe landing on Long Island, New Mexico annexation, Japan annexing Korea, Eisenhower Nixon renomination, Berlin commandant abolished, New Haven unrest, FBI raids in Camden and Buffalo, plus notable birthdays Carl Yastrzemski Marc Bohan and Michael Langham.
Twenty five years ago the Chanute school hiring department faced last minute resignations with one vacancy remaining before September 2 start. St. Cecilia music club presents Frank M. Fox in a piano recital at the Senior high school auditorium.
Washington AP reports new meat labeling rules require bacon packages to show a window revealing at least 70 percent of the strip and cured hams to list processing ingredients including nitrates and nitrites. The move, urged by consumer advocates, targets transparency and potential cancer concerns.
In Okemah, Oklahoma the Liberty Oil Co building was rocked by a 6 15 pm explosion that damaged windows and prompted federal investigators from ATF to inspect the site. No injuries were reported. Police and witnesses described a bomb style blast and indicate the charge was contained by walls. Earlier blasts had hit Sapulpa and Bristow targets, with roofs and mounting threats noted.
Atty Ray Radford filed charges Aug 14 against Dan Olson of 116 N Central for stealing a red green and amber switch light from the Santa Fe railroad. Detective Donnie Newlin valued the light at 49 dollars and noted its collector status and safety role for train engineers. Olson was released on 100 dollar bond with arraignment set for Aug 28.
Notice of same day service for classified ads placed before 9 30 a.m. weekdays or 1 p.m. Friday for Saturday. Display style classified must be placed by 12 noon the day proceeding. Dial 431 4100.
The Chanute Tribune details subscription rates by region including Neosho, Allen, Wilson, and Woodson counties with tax. It lists prices for 1 year 12.36 in trade territory and 18.54 outside. 6 months 6.70 and 9.79. 3 months 3.61 and 5.15. 1 month 1.55 and 2.06. Carrier, boxholders, and AP affiliation noted.
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