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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1968
Page
2
Governor Docking calls for a comprehensive review of the tax structure and constitutional convention. He proposes studies and reforms across state government, mental health, child services, labor, and law enforcement with expansions at Kansas State University and University of Kansas facilities.
AP reports cattle numbering about 4 500 with feeders weak to 3 lower. Feeder steers mostly 24.0 to 26.65, good 21.25 to 23.0, feeder heifers 22.05 to 75. Hogs 3 500 steady with 1 3 priced 15.50 to 18.75. Sows 13.50 to 15.00. Sheep 100, lambs 3 lower, choice and prime 22.00 to 23.00, good 4 50 to 4.00.
Kansas City and Chicago report wholesale prices for eggs and butter. Large eggs 80 percent A 26 to 29 cents per dozen, mediums 80 percent A 23 to 26, butter grade A whites 29 cents, mixed 2 percent, mediums 26 to 64 cents per pound.
Wheat No 2 hard 1.54 and No 2 soft red 1.48. Corn No 2 yellow 1.13 and No 4 yellow 1.06 to 1.05. No 5 yellow 1.02 and sample grade yellow 92-97. Oats No 2 heavy white 80. Soybeans No 1 yellow 2.66. Soybean oil 8.55.
The zoning board of appeals granted an exception to Kenny Kuhn at 915 S Lincoln after a public hearing. The unanimous vote allows an addition to the front despite a prior denial for extending toward the front property line. Neighbors signed a petition indicating no objection to the construction.
Police cited Marilyn Nance 28 of 104 S Steuben for failing to stop and driving without a license after a minor collision at Forest and Walnut around 9 am. Diana Cromwell 21 of 912 N Garfield also involved. damage estimated at 35 dollars to each car. Also logged: Clarence Snart 527 N Evergreen reported door damage to his 1963 Mercury this week while parked.
The Kansas State Highway Commission invites sealed proposals for road and bridge work in Neosho County. Bids are due by 9:00 AM CST, February 1968, at the Division Engineer in Norton. Project covers about 4 miles with three bridges starting near Thayer.
The market moved higher in early afternoon trading with gains outpacing losses two to one. The Dow tested support as weak spots in 30 blue chips lingered while broad indicators turned positive on favorable economic reports and growing peace hopes in Vietnam. The AP average rose to 326.5, up 0.2, with industrials up 0.2, rails up 0.1, and utilities up 0.2.
Linda Ann Schultz, 18, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ebur Schultz of 1210 West Fifth, is a finalist among 12 in the Miss Wool of Kansas Pageant to be held February 3 at Hutchinson Community Junior College Student Union. Schultz, a Wichita State University freshman, will compete in the style show and final judging at 1 30 p.m. Debbie Bryant, 1966 Miss America, will be mistress of ceremonies and style show commentator. Judges are Mrs. Tom Arbuckle of Hutchinson, C. Richard Patterson of Garden City, and Larry Steckline of Wichita.
Estimated expenditures for the current year and agency requests for 1969 along with Gov Docking's recommendations list amounts for Health Department Neurological Institute Larned Osawatomie Parsons Norton Chanute Topeka and Winfield with figures ranging from about 609 thousand to 8.5 million dollars for various facilities and statewide agencies.
Jackson police will be able to drink with fellow patrol men after shifts as the Jackson Fraternal Order of Police gains the first state liquor license for a police lodge under a new Michigan law. The old statute barred individual officers from owning bars but also prohibited police groups from licenses.
Cambodian officials say Ambassador Chester Bowles told Prince Norodom Sihanouk the United States will respect Cambodia's neutrality and territorial integrity. They reported frank talks and good relations, with Bowles meeting Sihanouk in Phnom Penh amid concerns over Vietnamese forces in Cambodia. Bowles, on a mission from President Johnson, will depart Friday.
Altoona high school seniors stage Aunt Tillie Goes to Town in the school auditorium at 7 30 p m Tuesday. Eleven cast members perform with Donita Steeves as Aunt Tillie Trask Judy Wingate as Lucinda Mark Gibson as Mervin Tucker John Kramer as Ronald Howland Tom Ralph as Mr Lorimer Ellen Forsythe as Lizzie Parsons Sandra Burris as Pamela Marsh Eva Collins as Ellen Neland Donna Crawshaw as Dr Hattie Bing Linda Smith as Aunt Tillie Tucker Rick Smith as Charlie One Lung.
Rvn dolph King, 34, a Chicago paper company salesman, was found badly wounded along U S 71 bypass south of Kansas City. Police said two men and a woman robbed him and shot him twice. He remained in critical condition at Independence Hospital with abdominal and chest wounds.
The Rev Wright Horton 67 of Galesburg died at Labette County Medical Center Parsons after a week as a patient. He was a retired Methodist minister, born February 2, 1900, in Madison. Funeral services will be held in Galesburg and Lena Valley near Madison with burial in Lena Valley Cemetery. Survivors include his widow, two daughters Evelyn Grubb Tacoma and Carol Branch Haysville, a brother Hay Horton Colorado Springs, a sister Mary Thomas Vader, and seven grandchildren. Other notices: Mrs Mary Wilson of Lawrence died. SWITZER Samuel Edward Switzer funeral in St Patrick’s Church with burial at Elmwood Cemetery. Eugene F. Geyer funeral in Gibson Koch Chapel with burial at Bronson Cemetery.
Daily Transcript lists visiting hours 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 30 to 8 p.m. patient census shows adults and pediatrics plus two babies. Wednesday admissions include Mrs L Ray Morris and Ms Edna Spener with locations and medical status, Freddie Osborn. dismissals include Mrs Ona Wilfong and Edna Lesher. Today’s admissions include Mrs Glen Dye and Mrs Harry Patterson with medical, plus Mrs Edward Ott listed for surgery. Birth today records a girl to Mr and Mrs Marion Johnson at 318 Washington. Dismissals include Vern McGaugh and Edna Adams among others. Police court notes Terry Morris cited for speeding with $20 bond. Building permit issued to Kenny Kuhn for front residence addition at 915 S Lincoln. zoning variance granted after public hearing.
Wayne Butcher reports to police that a rug on his porch disappeared while his wife was cleaning. The incident was logged as a missing item incident with no further details available.
Vilas unit notes Hear Beat is Different lesson by Mrs Hutchison. Six members and one guest answered roll call on mental health. Christmas cakes donated earlier to SEK Tuberculosis Hospital noted. Mrs Olson sisters donated January cake. 1968 program outlined with leaders named. Valentine cookie exchange planned for February. Feb 6 meeting at 1 30 p.m. hosted by Mrs Dwight Olson.
Mrs. Ruth Greene state field consultant for the American Cancer Society spoke at Murray Hill PTA about cigarette dangers. Dr. James Brown of SEK Tuberculosis Hospital led a Q and A after the film A Time for Decision. Mrs. Doyle Frazier presided, Dr. Fred Ingram gave devotions, and Mrs. Colvin introduced the speaker. Fifth grade folk songs preceded the program led by Mrs. Howard Hollenshead.
Sedgwick County health officials report forty December deaths from pneumonia, with some stemming from influenza. The 1966 December pneumonia toll was thirteen.
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