Purification of Politics and the Death of Nepotism
An editorial argues that nepotism in Washington ends only on paper as a new anti nepotism measure bans federal hires for family members across all branches though enforcement and grandfather clauses may blunt real impact. It cites shifting hire patterns among Congress members and quotes Senator John J. Ingalls on political reform.
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Washington
Congress
Congressman A
Congressman B
Kansas
John J. Ingalls
Christmas Eve Chaos Across a Busy Household
A writer describes a house in festive prep for Christmas but notes Sunday timing disrupts the usual rhythm. The tree is decorated, gifts ready, turkey stuffed, and luxuries prepared, yet anticipation grows as family routines and TV drives distraction heighten the sense of suspense.
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Chanute to Close Shops for Christmas After Tire Inspection Inauguration
Twenty six inspectors opened a tire clinic in Chanute using a page rubber bible of strict rules to diagnose and treat tire ailments. Officials listed include A W Offerman George Miller Kenneth Trammell and several others. University of Kansas students Dean Foster Dick Miller and Jo Payne returned home for holidays as local families announced births and promotions amid seasonal greetings from abroad.
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Chanute
A. W. Offerman
George Miller
Kenneth Trammell
George Defebaugh
Bernard Wyatt
P. A. Swan
Jack Horton
Ernest Luker
C. §. Henry
Robert J. Heller
I. E. Trussell
W. B. Crumrine
George McCune
Leon Ripple
Hoyt W. Alford
L. L. Johns
Glen Dormois
John Horine
Milo Knapp
A. Knapp
Carl Bedenbender
Kenneth Myers
F. H. Prather
W. L. Budd
R. A. Ramsey
G. E. Cauble
Dean Foster
Dick Miller
Jo Payne
University of Kansas
W. Howard Meeker
Christmas at the White House Through Two Centuries
In Washington the White House Christmas tradition spans over 150 years with decades of notable celebrations. The Kennedy family skipped Washington for Palm Beach, while the Johnsons mark their first resident Christmas. Lincoln, Wilson, and Roosevelt eras highlighted wartime strain, large turkey gifts, and a controversy over cutting trees for official use.
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Bedlam
To Your Good Health Doctor Guidance For Diabetes And Daily Life
Dear Dr. Mother offers practical tips for young diabetics managing insulin, diet, and testing, plus how to ask questions without overwhelming the doctor. It includes a cautionary note about safeguarding medicines after a letter from a mother about a aspirin incident and a brief reply on hereditary epilepsy in marriage.
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Dr. Mother
M.F
Ex Hippy Seeks Peace Not Patches in LSD Tale
Dear Ex Hippy A college student describes escalating drug use from marijuana to LSD and a near suicidal mood swing. He credits psychiatric care and supportive parents but fears loss of self and urges others not to seek relief in drugs. Ann Landers cautions that peace of mind cannot come from bottles or pills.
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Abigail
Br.sler
Ann Landers
TV tonight offers a mix of drama and holiday specials
A princess seeks escape from an arranged marriage in a NBC drama and Maya. Michael Parks stars in Wild Seed at 8. Mannix follows a ransom trap on CBS at 9. Lassie and a winged messenger aid a child at CBS. Ed Sullivan features Arthur Godfrey Bobbie Gentry The Cowsills on CBS 7. King Family Christmas on ABC 7. Jack Benny returns with Nanette Fabray on Smothers Brothers CBS 8.
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Raji
Maya
NBC
Michael Parks
Celia Kaye
Lassie
CBS
Arthur Godfrey
Bobbie Gentry
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Cowsills
Ed Sullivan
ABC
Clan
Jack Benny
Nanette Fabray
Chanute Tribune Briefs for December 23, 1967
Local papers report community updates from Chanute and nearby areas. Highlights include civic notices, school activities, and regional events dated December 1967, with brief summaries of meetings and public announcements.
TV Tonight Listings Fragment From Friday Paper
TV schedule fragment shows 6:30 to 9:30 with Jackie Gleason Maya The Dating Game Newlywed Game Lawrence Welk Get Smart My Three Sons Movie Hogan's Heroes Petticoat Junction King Family Time Tunnel Mannix Outer Limits Grand Ole Opry. Sunday's listings are noted as in Friday's paper.
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Lawrence Welk
Outer Limits
Grand Ole Opry
Television Schedule Summary for Chanute Sta
Catalog of 1960s TV listings by channel Chanute KMBC WDAF KCMO KOAM KUHI WIBW KUHI TV. Includes morning to late evening lineups with shows such as Today News Captain Kangaroo Jack LaLanne Jeopardy Match Game Family Game Love of Life Search for Tomorrow The Doctors Perry Mason General Hospital The Tonight Show and The Ed Sullivan Hour.
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Kvyoo.tv
Chanute
Wdaf.tv
Kcmo.tv
Koam.tv
Kmbc.tv
Kode-Tv
Wibw.-Tv
Kuhi-Tv
Capt Kangaroo
Jack la Lanne
Patt
Duke
Rbette Hayes
Merv Griffin
S—Gen. Hospital
Jack LaLanne
Concentration
Bev Hillhi
Donna Reed
Dateline Hallywh
Personality
Andy of
Temptation
Ioneymoon Rai
Hollywood
Dick van
Treasure Ife
Woody Woodbury
Dream Girl
Shela
Ann Landers Advice on Avoiding Escape Through Drugs
A Chanute Tribune excerpt cites warnings against running from problems via drugs or alcohol. It portrays escape-seeking youth as unstable and prone to psychosis, noting doctors report rising cases of teens affected by substances. It urges grip on solid coping and promises reader guidance from Ann Landers.
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