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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1968
Page
4
Editorial notes new cars include a shoulder diagonal belt and seat belt harness. Price increases range from 23 to 32 dollars. Ford predicts drivers will both resist and embrace the change as buyers discuss removing nuisance features rather than buckling up.
The passage argues that safety harnesses, though potentially more protective than seat belts, restrict movement and comfort on long drives and may be psychologically objectionable as an extreme form of regimentation. It predicts many drivers will remove them after initial adoption.
The Packers beat the Cowboys 21 to 17 in a 13 below zero game watched by over 50,000 fans who endured extreme cold. The writer lauds football's resilience and compares attitudes to other sports, praising both teams for performing despite the harsh conditions.
Tribune Files notes that junior college enrollment slowed as male students awaited military service details. Officials urged students to continue studies, with basketball largely unaffected though several players in naval reserve. Local visits include Rose Nelson of Washington DC visiting Benedict and Chanute relatives.
Washington reports the 90th Congress nears the end of its second session with notable items. An appropriation for beauty equipment for female members moved fastest, while the antipoverty bill spent months. Draft Act passage occurred in one night to let Rep Mendel Rivers rush to Paris for the air show.
Dear Dr Molner distinguishes stroke from shock noting stroke results from brain vessel disruption whether by rupture or blockage. He explains terms CVA cerebral hemorrhage embolism and apoplexy and cites confusion around the word shock. He answers sleep posture and diabetes notes and invites readers to request his diabetes booklet.
A reader critiques overlong Christmas letters that celebrate wealth and status. Ann Landers cites examples of polished bios from banks, clubs, and families, then laments the self congratulation and hints at replying with a blunt, humorous alternative. Copyright 1968 Chanute Tribune.
State boards of the Methodist and Evangelical United Brethren churches approved forming a new church in the Grand Island area. A building will be constructed as the congregation grows. Dr. Jim Chubb, pastor of Trinity Methodist, notes the plan with national board representative Dr. Ralph Mirse from New York involved in missions.
The piece argues President Johnson faces two main problems in pushing a broad reform agenda: aging leadership in the House under Speaker McCormack and weak standing in the House Democratic caucus, with Republican wins possible among southern Democrats. It notes Carl Albert’s health setback and the rise of committee chairmen with increased power.
TV guide snippet shows a block of programs with channel numbers and titles across 6:30 to 10:00 PM. Entries include Gunsmoke, Cowboy in Africa, The Monkees, Manor, Lucy Shaw, Rat Patrol, Andy Griffith, Danny Thomas, Felony Squad, Family Affair, Peyton Place, Big Valley, Carol Barnett, Spy, and News, with various time slots and channel pairings.
Tuesday’s lineup features education programs, color shows, and early morning news across channels KVOO Chan 2 and KOAM Chan 7. Prominent entries include Captain Kangaroo, The Fugitive, Jeopardy, Dark Shadows, and The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, plus soap operas As World Turns and Guiding Light, reflecting a bustling day of 1960s TV offerings.
On this date in history 1922 the Irish Free State was established. 1559 Elizabeth I crownin g in Westminster Abbey. 1919 Paderewski becomes first Polish premier. 1929 Senate ratifies Kellogg Briand Pact. 1936 Japan withdraws from London naval pact. 1943 British 8th Army nears Tripoli. 1961 radar tower collapse kills 28 at New Jersey coast.
The decision to merge is described as an adventure and first step toward unity of the Methodist and EUB denominations. The merger will be formalized at a world meeting in Dallas, Texas, in April.
Television guide snapshot lists ABC African Rodeo Part 1 at 6 30 p m with gauchos goading Jim Sinclair Gunsmoke on CBS at 6 30 p m features a teen involved in burglary and murder shot by partners Lucy Show on CBS at 7 30 p m has Lucy moonlighting at a drive in restaurant Jackie Coogan stars as restaurant proprietor on Danny Thomas Hour NBC at 8 p m with four prisoners escaping a minimum security transfer Bob Dylan Darin Dean Stockwell Lloyd Nolan and Sugar Ray Robinson star in The Cage I Spy on NBC at 9 p m follows Alexander Scott seeking medical treatment that triggers reliving his past and rising compulsion to self harm.
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