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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1964
Page
4
Editorial quotes a Dr E C Hammond report for the American Medical Association stating computer derived stats show smokers face higher cancer odds. The piece contrasts a frail older smoker with a fit college graduate who avoids cigarettes, highlighting factors like exercise diet and sleep patterns in longevity.
The piece notes odds linking nicotine to lung cancer and heart disease, cites Dr. Hammond's shift from cigarettes to a pipe, and questions the impact of a major report on holiday smoking habits. It contrasts warnings of fatalities with continued cigarette use and holiday merriment.
Channel listings show KOAM and RODE TV primes with Jackie Gleason Arrest and Trial at 6 30 followed by Defenders Gunsmoke Trails West and Jimmy Dean movie Wresting closing the night on Channel 7 and 12 with color TV notes.
Reader asks about breast cysts versus surgical removal. Dr Molner explains drainage relieves pressure but cysts recur. removal is preferred. Cysts are not cancer indicators though new lumps warrant medical check. Also covers lip bleaching risk, hygiene douching, and horoscopic juice storage tips.
Humboldt churches held a joint Night Watch service with Rev. Rogers and Rev. A R Wylie, including a communion celebration. Attendees enjoyed a New Year’s Eve line party at Tik Tok, dinner at Blattner home, bridge at four tables, and high scores by Mr. and Mrs. Ben Barfoot. Also noted are OFS meetings resuming, and numerous holiday visits among local families.
A local report notes that heart attacks from snow shoveling were rarer in the grandfathers era, while predicting a blemished prosperity for 1964. The piece blames the assassination for a drop in holiday mail volume and contrasts old days with present exuberance.
The column rails at overdone Christmas cards and failed preventive medicine, noting a court ruling that a fallout shelter is not deductible as medical expense. It cites the Ford Foundation giving 7.7 million for professional ballet and imagines a quieter 1964 campaign with LBJ avoiding joint appearances and proposing a televised debate.
Twenty five years ago Tribune Files reports the states new job insurance program taking effect with claims filed at the state employment office in Chanute. About 2,408 county workers are covered and around 400 unemployed eligibles applied for benefits this morning. Also notes a wolf drive produced no wolves, moves in residents, and Delta Psi Omega initiations. Fifty years ago items include new Texas potatoes and seasonal produce.
Ezra Taft Benson, former U S agriculture secretary under Eisenhower, leaves for Europe after a farewell speech urging Americans to oppose the government. Benson blasts Civil Rights and accuses communists of guiding policy while praising John Birch Society links through his son. He has been transferred abroad by the Mormon church to head its European mission.
Erie churches plan Universal Prayer Week January 6 to 11 with a prayer vigil at the Federated church. Local social notes include Mrs Rima Wagner moving to Celia Hoagland rental, Mr and Mrs Clark Fleming hosting a New Year’s party with several couples, and updates on residents and club activities including the Rock ’n Roll unit and Circle Six Club meeting changes.
An appeal for readers to obtain Dr Motner's booklet How to Take Care of Your Heart by writing to the newspaper office. Include a long self addressed stamped envelope and 20 cents to cover printing and handling costs.
The Chanute Tribune lists publication details including location Chanute Kansas postal code 66720 and staff roles Hovorka advertising Ronald Bayer news department and other managers. It notes publication evenings except Sunday and mentions being a member of the Audit Bureau of Circulations and Associated Press. Subscription rates are shown for Neosho Alien Wilson Woodson counties with 1 year 6 months and 3 months options and a monthly price.
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