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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1969
Page
4
AP dispatch notes cattle at 4 700 head with feeders 500 575 lb at 28.70 to 90.50, 550 700 lb 27.30 to 28.50, and mixed weights up to 27 1 2. Good hogs 200 240 lb at 20.50 to 20.75, 230 250 lb at 20.00 to 29.00, 180 200 lb not shown, 230 250 lb 19.00 to 20.25. Sheep prices limited as market failed to fully establish values.
The note lists Grade A extra large eggs at .44 and Grade A large and medium sizes with unclear pricing, indicating a price listing for egg grades. The fragment mentions standard market sizing with no further details on other grades or quantities.
Chicago wholesale prices list butter by grade with scores and per pound values. Eggs show large and medium whites and standard eggs with price checks and notes on quality classes.
AP reports wholesale eggs paid to producers unchanged with Grade A large 44 to 47 cents and medium 42 to 46. small 28 to 31. Grade B large 37 to 40. Butter remains steady at Grade A pound solid 79 and Grade A pound quarters 80.
The Kansas State Chamber of Commerce estimates Kansas taxpayers will pay about 2.0 billion dollars as their share of the 195.3 billion federal budget proposed for 1970. The calculation assumes Kansas bears 1.02 percent of all federal taxes, and the amount would exceed five times Kansas 1968 property tax totals.
The Dow rose 7.46 to 939.21 while the AP 60 averaged 352.4 as traders viewed progress in Vietnam peace talks. Big blocks moved including American Telephone, Benguet, and United Aircraft. Sinclair fell 17% on a large block amid a court challenge to the Atlantic Richfield merger.
At a Rotary meeting Frank Stacy the local superintendent of mails described that all first class mail to distant U S cities now travels by air when space is available He credited ZIP codes with speeding deliveries and demonstrated Post Office sorting methods using a film He cited Chanute post office handling 342000 letter-size items in December The Tioga Hotel hosted the gathering with club president Burt Campbell presiding.
The Neosho area Daily Transcript reports a patient census of 78 adults and pediatrics with five babies, visiting restricted to one immediate family member. Wednesday admissions include Benjamin E. Clifford Sr., Barston, James R. Hibbs of Yates Center, John Mayer, Mrs. Athaline Burdette of Steuben, Mrs. Harold Manly, and Wednesday dismissals include Mrs. Ruby Barnett. Births note a boy to Mr. and Mrs. Ray Downey of Forest. Today admissions list Mrs. Flossie Umbarger Thayer, Valarie Cheney Humboldt, and Mrs. E L Brower, with dismissals for several residents including Mrs. Coye Valliere and Mrs. Maude Waggoner. Police Court actions record bonds for Marion Clark, William Manley Williams, and Charles Fisher, plus a fine for Frank Straughn. A carbon monoxide test for Mose Shirley came back negative.
Mrs Lena Bacon of Columbus Ohio arrived Tuesday for a week long visit with Grace Bowman at 112 East 5th Street. Police detained two 11 year old girls found at the Santa Fe depot at 2 15 a m and later released them to the Allen County sheriff for return home.
Melvin Sims of Liberty Indiana was elected president of the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives on Wednesday. He succeeds W D Milesop of Syracuse New York and runs a 960 acre farm with his brother in Adams County Indiana.
Readers are advised to reach Tribune via phone or, if unavailable, dial HE 1-3400 after 6 pm to contact the carrier or relevant official for assistance.
New officers were installed at a Toastmaster Club Ladies Night dinner at the Orchid Buffet. Jerry Houston became president followed by Royce Wells as educational vice president Kent Grubbs as administrative VP Alan Shobe secretary-treasurer and Dick Crowl sergeant-at-arms.
Viet Cong soldiers ambushed U S Marines on Batangan Peninsula while trying to break the allied cordon. Two Americans were killed and five wounded. Enemies casualties not known. In Da Nang Quang Ngai sector four more Americans killed and 16 wounded. U S forces say 36 enemy soldiers killed. Two helicopters shot down. three crewmen killed. Navy reports five sailors killed and five wounded after a mine in the Cua Viet River. In An Khe a 40 minute fight left eight NVA and three U S paratroopers dead and 11 wounded.
Ethel Moore Fleming 81 of 925 S Highland died at home after 11 days illness. Born 1887 in Quincy Kentucky she came to Chanute 16 years ago from Chicago to live with her aunt Mrs T R Evans. Survived by sister Elizabeth Scott Fleming. Funeral at 2 p m Saturday in Johnson Chapel with Dr Duff D Wagoner officiating burial Memorial Park Cemetery. GRADY memorial service for Mrs Mary Jane Grady at Johnson Chapel with Rev C Edgar Rains officiating bearing grandsons named and burial Shaw Cemetery
The National Mobilization Committee to End the War in Vietnam bought 100 grandstand seats for the inaugural parade route at a cost of 1000 dollars. Ronnie Davis, the group’s national coordinator, said the purchase supports a planned peace presence during weekend inaugural ceremonies and that protesters will also occupy public areas along the route near the ticketed sites.
Rome reports former Fascist minister of finance Alberto de Stefani has died at age 88. He served as treasury head and later acted as a financial adviser to pre war China. He passed away Wednesday.
A thief in Salisbury Rhodesia left a note in the house: Thank you for the loan of the trousers. Next time don't forget to lock the door. The incident involves a missing pair of pants and an admonishing message. No further details on suspects or timing are provided.
New Delhi reports Indians now use about 500 tons of aspirin a year. An government industrial expert said consumption has more than doubled since several years ago when it was less than half the current level.
The United States and North Vietnam with allies announce a major breakthrough to start peace talks Saturday at the International Conference Center. Delegations from the United States South Vietnam North Vietnam and the National Liberation Front will meet at an unmarked round table. Officials caution on concessions while emphasizing a two sided process. The move shifts peace machinery ahead two days before President Johnson leaves office as procedural work precedes substantive negotiations.
The calendar lists Scout events across packs and troops at Otterbein United Methodist First Baptist Zion Lutheran and other sites. Den meetings at 416 W 8th First United Methodist 7 30 p.m. and other times include Tuesday Wednesday and Friday slots with Webelos and Brownie troops also noted.
Police recorded four accident cases in Chanute yesterday. A 1963 Chevrolet driven by Donald Schveffer collided with a 1962 Dodge driven by Bernie Zillner on Main near Lafyuette causing 350 dollars in damage. A 1962 Ford owned by Pamela Horn struck a 1965 Ford belonging to Donna Blough at Allen and Oak causing 215 dollars of damage. A 1950 Chevrolet hit a 1957 Chevrolet parked at Senior High causing minor damage to the Wise car. A 1963 Mercury driven by Lloyd Junod bumped a parked 196% Oldsmobile on Evergreen, damage listed as slight.
Occupation tax objectors filed petitions with the city clerk on Wednesday bearing 828 signatures to call an election on the tax. Valid signatures required are 328, or 10 percent of votes cast in the last city election. The tax, enacted by the city commission, aims to raise extra revenue. license fees would bring about $10,000 in new revenue.
District 413 school system has received a $750 federal grant under Title I of the National Education Act for improvement of the social studies curriculum. Jerry A. Steele announced the funds will hire a consultant, enable teacher visits to other systems, and purchase study guides and outlines to update the curriculum.
The Fischer and Clawson families express gratitude for friends and neighbors during their loss. Also listed are community notices: Alcoholics Anonymous help line in Chanute, Harold's of Humboldt cash drawing, Chanute to KARPA ride request, and Stark United Methodist Church supper on January 18 with 5:30 service.
Immediate openings for three LPNs with shifts 3:00 to 11:00, 11:00 to 7:00, and 7:00 to 3:00 at the Golden Age Lodge a new 80 bed home in Fort Scott Kansas located at 915 Horton. A middle aged woman to live in with light housekeeping is sought. GR 3-3186 or GR 3-2619 also Experienced Nurse Aid needed on 11-7 shift apply in person Mrs Emerson at Westview Nursing Home.
National Corporation, founded 1867, seeks a graduate with A.B. B.A. or B.S. degree or equivalent. Starting salary commensurate with experience with a bonus plan offering strong income within three years for qualified applicants. No travel required. Reply P.O. Box 205 Chanute Kansas 66720.
Just discharged service man seeks employment of any kind. Contact via phone HE 1 9728. Also offering child care experienced with hot meals and school transportation, available weekly. call 431 3563.
Public auction notices list a farm sale near Chanute hosted by Clarence Bruenger featuring good furniture and antiques at 10 30 am on January 1 percent and seven miles east seven north. Another sale at 9208 Highland with Mrs Martha McGrath on Saturday January 18 at 1 00 pm is noted.
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