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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1972
Page
2
Editorial argues Chanute and Neosho County require upgraded district court facilities with a third floor remodel. It notes veterans and World War I spouses were promised perpetual use of the Memorial Building rooms for wartime effort, conflicting with public space needs now proposed for Central Park.
The article argues the Memorial Building honors service and sacrifices from over 50 years ago, but notes the third floor conversion decision reflects present practicality and limited resources. Today's officials must serve all citizens, not just attorneys, while preserving the building's legacy.
The piece compares US and European sales taxes, noting President Nixon favors a value added tax to fund education, while Governor Docking plans to veto sales taxes. Kansas Senator Frank Hodge supports introducing the idea in the state session, amid questions about party differences on tax policy. Franklin Roosevelt’s progressive tax idea is cited to argue income tax fairness versus universal sales taxes.
Pentagon sources report the Soviet Union began deploying larger armed OSA class missile boats to Cuba with four Styx missiles each. The craft, twice the size of earlier Komar boats, arrived after Cuban gunboat attacks on Panamanian freighters and follow recent MIG21 deliveries. U.S. reconnaissance monitors Cienfuegos port for submarine support facilities.
Enrollment at Independence Junior College has surpassed 600 for the new semester, according to college dean Dr. Robert Fore. The unofficial count exceeds the 576 official first-semester figure and sits above last year’s 587 at this point, pending finalization of all night courses.
The daily Bible verse declares the Lord’s arm is not shortened to save nor is his ear heavy to hear. Isa 59 1 offers a message of divine readiness and salvation for readers today.
Amateur photographer George Plimpton endures a tense trek in Kenya's jungles seeking the largest elephant. The episode blends wildlife details with his usual self deprecating humor and raises questions about documentary and footage credibility. CBS leads ratings with All in the Family while Hope’s tour ranks second.
A New York critic watches Oh Calcutta and other Broadway offerings. From Fine Porcelain to Twigs praises performance strength in Twigs led by Lada Thompson, while Oh Calcutta is labeled a costly, tasteless show. Jesus Christ Superstar and Two Gentlemen of Verona get mixed notes, Sleuth earns high praise for its clever plotting and acting. The piece defends live theatre's value against television.
Washington reports from Jack Anderson say Hanoi will not settle the Indochina war at negotiations. CIA briefings describe coordinated communist drives in Laos Cambodia and South Vietnam aimed at pressuring a U S withdrawal. A Pathet Lao colonel Vanna outlined a strategy to fight the United States openly across Indochina.
CIA report quotes analyst Vanna predicting U S disengagement from Indochina amid continuing battle in Laos Cambodia and Vietnam and warns of possible Chinese troop involvement if Thai forces rise. The piece also notes a House Ways and Means junket to Europe led by Wilbur Mills with several lawmakers and staff, citing mixed costs and exceptions.
King Mahendra of Nepal dies at 51 after a heart attack. Crown Prince Birendra succeeds to the throne as Nepal had modernized under Mahendra, joining the UN, reforming land and caste structures, and expanding airports, roads, hospitals, and schools amid ties with the United States and the Soviet Union.
On February 1, 1790 the U S Supreme Court convened its inaugural session in New York City marking a milestone in federal judiciary history. Other historic notes include events tied to Elizabeth I of England in 1587.
The 177 miles of Neosho County secondary roads will receive state funding of 61 821 dollars per year for three years for improvement and construction as the multi county plan accelerates. Chanute may host a new National Guard unit if citizens approve, said Topeka guard officials. A man convicted of intoxication paid a ten dollar fine, with two bottles found on him containing patent medicine and hair tonic. Mary Queen of Scots was condemned by England.
A dense schedule outlines Top TV shows including Mod Squad Marcus Welby and Cannon. Pre Olympic special previews Sapporo coverage plus fashion review and site tours. Prime time features James Garner Hawaii Five O Dragnet and All in the Family with late night talk and movie reruns.
TV schedule listing for Monday February 3 across KTEW KUHI KOAM KMBC WDAF KODE WIBW KWKU stations. Prime time features High Chaparral Mary Tyler Moore Partridge Family Bewitched Hogan's Heroes Emergency Green Acres Election Carol Burnett Eddie's Father Adam 12 Comedy Hour I Dream of Jeannie Mystery Movie Medical Center Great American Dream Wackiest Ship In the Army Persuaders Soul Mannix Olympic Games Dragnet News Weather Fox Fire Count Three and Pray Love Is a Many Splendored Thing Dick Cavett Merv Griffin Tonight Show and more.
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