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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1964
Page
4
The piece argues Bud Wilkinson to end his 17 year run as Oklahoma football coach and possibly move from athletic director to a Senate bid. It warns specialization does not equal qualification for politics and urges him to renounce political ambitions for Oklahoma’s sake.
The piece mocks campaign dynamics with Barry Goldwater Jr taking charge of a youth division while a brother handles chores in the Southwest. It notes many temporary government buildings dating before World War II and similar vintage permanent structures torn down. A TV program angers funeral directors who warn they will not tolerate bias, questioning why some people need both sides explained.
The article notes air fares over the Atlantic will drop by twenty percent next spring while earthbound costs remain high. A local man longs to retire yet stays in his long-held job. His wife complains about him loafing at home. President Johnson comments on the state of the union, confident it remains steady. A bachelor friend explains his single status by a habit of lint picking and warming fires.
Twenty five years ago Tribune notes Chanute’s two year auto fatality free run due to strict traffic enforcement and motorist cooperation. Army shifts delay levee projects in Southeast Kansas for Humboldt and Burlington, while local cooperation cited as key. Farmers report excellent stalk fields and open dry season. Graduation set for 47 eighth graders, a new baby girl born southwest of the city. Library story hour resumes with storyteller Mrs. John W. Lapham.
Rep Dan Flood urges an independent study of canal routes noting a House lobby switch to Panama aided by a Paris pay off. The piece also recounts Barry Goldwater's on air profanity incidents and the public's reaction to his presidential bid.
In letters by Dr Molner readers ask if vitamin pills are pointless. He says vitamins are needed for life but excess pills don’t make you twice as healthy and high pressure salesmen often make false claims. Supplements help only when daily meals lack nutrients, especially for the elderly or those with limited diets.
New York AP reports list of parental remarks that teen-agers tire of hearing. Jokes about growing up adenoids and acne highlight generational clashes. Parents reference car rules, homework limits, and expected behavior while teens defend independence and privacy.
State of Kansas to all concerned. Petition filed by State Department of Social Welfare seeking appointment of administrator for Mary F. Hannan, deceased. Defenses must be filed by January 30, 1964 at 2:00 PM in Erie, Neosho County. If not, judgment will be entered. J A Babicki, attorney. State Office Building Topeka Kansas.
TV listings show Friday through Sunday schedules with programs on KOAM and Channel 7. Notable titles include Sunset Strip, Route 66, McHales Navy, Alfred Hitchcock, Gunsmoke, Jackpot sports, soap and talk shows, sports events, and late-night movies.
The roof thatching using Norfolk reeds is priced up to 1120 dollars and can last 60 to 80 years with proper maintenance. Devon reed stays intact 25 to 40 years, and wheat straw lasts 10 to 20 years.
A collection of brief humor lines from Vinita, Tonkawa, Clark County, and Nowata papers. The quips touch on family movie trips, road to success, money, and social debt, reflecting light local wit and observations.
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