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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1966
Page
4
The piece argues the Vietnam War overshadows Asia issues and warns that Indian democracy faces real danger beyond riots over cows and food. It contrasts Indian protests with U.S. marches and cites the Economist on mass political slogans and the appeal of uniformity under pressure.
The piece argues dictatorial rule may seem appealing to some amid India's unrest. It warns that if India's democracy falls, communism could triumph and the world would suffer a larger defeat. It cites racial and religious divides, poor leadership, and reliance on aid as hindrances.
Traveler recalls a crowded Bangkok bus ride afflicted by Thai fleas and a wind ripped ear. After Bangkok the journey proceeds via Hong Kong Brisbane and Manila with no price change and two extra days abroad. A Singapore cold and a $6 Australian doctor visit follow before upcoming Delhi riots threaten travel plans.
Tribune Files recalls a 25 year old report of Iola area talks with a Washington REA official on supplying part of power for a proposed rural extension from north of Iola to south of Humboldt, with lines on both Chanute sides and local city bid uncertainty. Santa Claus to arrive from the south with a special train arranged by Santa Fe.
A Drew Pearson report to the State Department outlines a tense Arab Israel border standoff with 2,500 Soviet tanks vs 600 Israeli tanks and a large air arsenal. The balance favors the Arabs in armor, while Israel fields Mirage fighters and U.S.-supplied transports, with a potential regional escalation and superpower involvement.
Dr. Lester J. Evans, at Michigan State University, contrasts past and present medical focus from preventing premature deaths to promoting healthy longevity in an urban society. He notes shifts toward social and behavioral sciences and cautions patients to balance concern for life-endangering conditions with quality of life issues. Letters to Dr Motner discuss smoking, sterility myths about I N H pills, and a call for a pamphlet on varicose veins.
Dear Ann Landers column presents readers' problem letters from 1966 including a pregnant 17-year-old niece seeking a wheat bridal bouquet symbol and a mother debating who should call whom, with Landers’ opinions on handling family dynamics and social expectations.
The text notes rapid weapon deliveries to Egypt including 14 Komar class and four USA class fast patrol boats armed with missiles, long-range Nazi-era designs like Al Zafir Al Kahir and Al Aied, and an Egyptian missile force of about 300 missiles and 4500 personnel. Israel lags with Hawk missiles, suggesting Arabs hold a major edge in a prolonged war.
A chain of brief quips from readers includes a mother joking her husband naps for the baby, a man paying nearly all his cash to a doctor, and a witty remark on makeup and stock market chatter. The samples reflect light humor in local press humor columns.
Local notes from Chanute dated December 1 summarize community happenings and small items of interest for residents. Authorities advise caution as winter conditions approach and businesses announce limited holiday hours.
Local TV lineup features Daniel Boone Jericho Batman F Troop Branded Jack Benny My Three Sons Bewitched That Girl Pistols and Petticoats Jim McKenzie Midwest Hayride The Hero D Martin Hawk and late news across channels from 6:30 to 10:00 PM with various film and comedy titles. Defined times and channel numbers guide viewers to prime time offerings and news wrap.
Friday television grid lists KVOO WDAF KCMO KMBC KODE WIBW channels with morning to late evening lineups. Notable shows include Today Show Jack LaLanne Candid Camera General Hospital Allen Rivers notables and multiple game shows and movies throughout the day with classic US network lineup.
NBC airs Daniel Boone at 6 30 p m with Mingo challenging a bigoted leader and a race justice thread. Jack Benny Hour at 7 36 p m features a beauty contest with Smothers Brothers judging and Miss Northern Hemisphere aims. CBS offers Rich Young and Pretty at 8 p m with Powell Damone and Lamas. Dean Martin welcomes guests at 9 p m on NBC.
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