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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1969
Page
2
Editorial condemns state Senator Reynolds Shultz for pressuring the University of Kansas faculty to stay silent on public matters. Critics say his stance would deny faculty conscience and free speech while he seeks to control discourse in the Legislature.
Readers urged to reveal position on funds to aid indigent defense after a suggestion he favored the Murphy amendment allowing governors to deny federal funds. The piece notes his absence during the vote and presses for a clear stance.
The State Board of Education required school boards to adopt and review student conduct policies and to send them to Topeka. District 413 Chanute questioned state authority while Neosho County Junior College supported it, both following their leaders. The piece notes growing state funding may expand control over local districts.
The show brings infectious country music led by Roy Clark and Buck Owens with guests Haggard and Wynette, while jokes divide audiences. The review notes the offbeat song Okie From Muskogee and questions if seasonal appeal will last. It also mentions Tonight Show wedding stunt and Johnny Carson’s subdued crowd.
Soviet policy broadens influence across the Middle East through economic military aid and propaganda while aiming to avoid direct confrontation with the United States. The region, spanning North Africa to Iran, remains a volatile arena with Arab Israel tensions and Oil interests. In Oklahoma, the first C5 Galaxy to enter service flew to Altus AFB for training use.
The piece argues that many youth were excluded from the 1968 Democratic convention influence. It notes delegates are chosen by party elites and big donors, not by widespread youth interests. McGovern urges opening parties to youth voices and broader participation.
Washington report details a Smithsonian exchange trading the Massys painting for the West work without a formal appraisal. The Graham Gallery valued the Massys at 35,000 dollars, more than triple the West piece. Critics note lack of funding and push for two formal appraisals in future deals.
A biblical excerpt reports the angel Gabriel comforting Mary and announcing that she will conceive and bear a son named Jesus. The dialogue emphasizes divine favor and the virgin birth as part of Luke's gospel narrative.
NBC showcases The Little Drummer Boy at 6:30 followed by Bing Crosby Carol Burnett Special with Juliet Prowse and Roy Clark. 8:00 features Bob Hope Special with Andy Williams Anthony Newley Ellie Sommer and the Look Magazine All American team. 9:00 Dean Martin Show stars Orson Welles Gina Lollobrigida and George Gobel.
Evening lineup December 19 lists programs on KVOO KUHI KOAM KMBC KTWU KODE WIBW and others. Highlights include Let's Make a Deal Sahara Oral Roberts Christmas Show and Here Comes the Brides with prime time schedules and late news.
Tribune Files reports Neosho County 1944 property tax about 40 percent paid with 215 220 52 dollars processed, roughly 20 percent of total. Also notes personnel changes Ursule Hoofnagle resigns Labette welfare post to lead Corpus Christi Travelers Aid. Local visits and Christmas travel mentioned for Bob Jerome and others. Fiftieth anniversary arrivals from Sioux City and Chicago for holidays.
The House approved a stringent coal mine safety bill despite threats of a presidential veto, aiming to avert a nationwide mine shutdown and strengthen worker protections.
New York AP report notes Brian D. Josephson of Cambridge is the 1969 Research Corporation Award winner for fundamental work in superconductivity done in 1962 while pursuing his doctorate. The piece places youth in physics against aging, cites Nobel Prize trends, and contrasts with other notable scientists.
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