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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1957
Page
4
A Canadian paper mill strike halts shipments from Ontario, delaying supply for U.S. publishers. The Tribune notes local impact grows as unfilled orders pile up and stockpiles thin, warning of repercussions if the strike lasts long.
The Air Force reports a serious shortage of women musicians for the WAF band, calling for oboe bassoon trumpet bass horn and piano players over the next three months. The piece argues against women in brass bands and urges focusing on B 52s and disbanding the musical group rather than filling its depleted ranks.
A reflective column notes that 1956 passed without a lynching in the South, praises parking meters for saving the nickel, and jokes about Eisenhower cycling with Mamie on a Gettysburg farm. It contrasts doctrines and headlines with light humor on media, style, and speed by two aging friends.
The 1931 annual report by librarian Mrs. Pearl Hallenberg shows Chanute public library’s business thriving with nearly 15,000 more books read than the previous year.
Statistics show 218 births and 171 deaths in 1931 across Chanute Big Creek and Tioga townships, with 1930 figures at 230 births and 171 deaths. Library total loans for 1931 reach 82173. H B Wheeler promoted to Northwestern Kansas district agent for Cities Service Oil Co. and moves to Hays. Special family bargain night at Peoples Theater Fridays with Wesle y Ruggles Are These Our Children. Dr P B Darlington enters race for city commissioner of streets and public utilities. Fifty Years Ago item notes The Clansman play coming Jan 12 with 45 Fredonia attendees via special train. Neosho Valley district 27 school closed due to diphtheria in Truman family.
E Lawson May lists many 1957 special weeks and months including National Moth er-in-Law Day in April and Save the Horse Week October 13 to 19. The calendar features nine April events and multiple weeks in May such as Mother's Day Grand Old Opry Week and National Coin Week, plus other novelty weeks like National Can Opener Week and Help Save Americas Cats-Adopt a Cat Week.
Drew Pearson lays out events suggesting Congress must back the Eisenhower Doctrine for Near East intervention. Postwar hints include Moscow pressure on England and France over Suez, Eden’s ceasefire call, and U.S. risk of being outbluffed without formal approval.
Dr. George W. Crane urges parents to foster emotional maturity in youths entering college. He cites Melba G. of the University of Michigan as an example of over-reliance on parents. The columnist recommends social training, church and camp experiences, and testing teens with a behavioral maturity yardstick before college.
A faded newspaper masthead lists Chanute publishing details including Ernest W. Johnson as editor and publisher James E. Sheridan as advertising manager and notes publication schedule evenings except Sunday. It confirms association with the Associated Press and subscription rate references in Neosho Allen Wilson and Woodson counties.
A playful exchange about a fur coat in church progresses to a list of TV programs and times, with references to Eddie Fisher Wyatt Earp and Ford Theatre. A magistrate comments on settlement while a Mulligan agrees, amid chatter of television shows and schedule snippets.
The Agriculture Department warns persistent plains drought may reduce cattle numbers, tightening beef supplies and nudging prices higher in coming years. Heavy liquidation could briefly boost beef, but later shortage will lift costs. pork prices also rise due to lower production.
Rolling Hills California residents pledge privacy against heavy traffic and industrial intrusion in an ongoing effort to protect the exclusive community from external disruption and preserve its tranquil environment.
The Associated Press reports subzero temperatures stretched from Montana to Wisconsin and Kansas, with International Falls at 24 below and Grand Forks and Fargo in the midteens below. Light snow and gusty winds accompanied the icy belt as the cold air spread south and east across the region.
The campus invites visitors to walk on the grass as it plants 75 grass strains to test which is the toughest for golf course use. University researchers aim to identify resilient varieties and share findings with lawn and course maintenance programs.
In Neosho County Kansas probate matter Freda A. Carmichael petitions for final settlement of the estate of John A. Carmichael and determination of heirs devisees and legatees. A hearing is set for January 24 1957 at 10 00 A M in Erie Kansas. Attorneys Balch and Bailey represent the petitioner.
Sealed proposals from qualified general plumbing heating and electrical contractors are invited for the construction of a new elementary and high school in Buffalo Kansas. Bids must be received by 1 00 P M January 30 1957 with 5 percent bid bond. Plans and specs available from architect D E Stiger Hutchinson. The board may reject any bid and no withdrawal after opening.
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