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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1962
Page
1
Eleven Explorer Scouts and adult Scouters from the Sedan Area Council enjoyed a winter camp out in a cave on the Earl Wertz farm near Chanute. The seven degree night saw meals cooked at the cave with nature study and sleeping bags on straw.
A Fort Scott man identified as Leo W. Bohon, 56, suffered minor injuries in a crash on US 169 one half mile east of Earlton around 12:45 PM. Bohon’s 1961 Dodge, owned by the state highway department, skidded off the curve into a hedge row, causing about 400 dollars in damage to the car front.
A Chamber of Commerce meeting of directors and committee chairs is set for 7 30 p m at the Memorial Building chamber offices. Joe Melnyk reports the agenda includes review of recently released Kansas State University findings from the K State area development survey for southeast Kansas.
The Town and Country Sportsman's Club begins Operation Save the Quail to drop feed to quail in five towns using sacks of maize and sand. Local pilots Ralph Heaton and the J-C Flying Club will deliver feed from The Tribune and plan to airlift more as snow threatens birds. Donations fund 400 bags and club treasury provides additional support though the club is no longer active.
A satire based exercise given to 31 sentences raised concerns over English teaching. School officials defended the lesson as a grammar aid tied to humor, noting low impact on Regents pass rates and backing the English department.
The Weather Bureau forecasts moderating temperatures for Kansas after sub zero readings in the north and east. Western areas should reach the 30s with 20s in the east, lows from 5 to 15 tonight. Snow depths vary from 1 to 3 inches in the west to 10-12 inches near Wichita and Kansas City, then melt as warmth continues through Wednesday.
AP tally shows Kansas traffic deaths in 24 hours ending 9 am Tuesday January 27 1962. The period for January 27 1962 equals two dozen fatalities, compared with 32 in the same 1961 span.
Princet on Missouri report states Mrs Vernie High age 70 crawled a quarter mile through snow after fracturing her ankle while feeding cattle. She reached her home and telephoned for help. She is in good condition at Princeton hospital. Neighbors will feed her livestock during recovery.
Judgment entered in district court yesterday allowing a $10 900 claim against the estate of Marie Wheatley of rural Chanute who died in a traffic accident April 23 1961 on highway K39. The claim by Jane Ellen Hargrove injured in the other car was filed through her father H R Hargrove for medical expenses and damages. Former Chanute residents the Hargroves now live at Salt Lake City.
City commissioners and Chanute Humane Society reached a contract where the Society handles animal control within the city. The city will pay 200 dollars monthly plus provide residence at 1916 S Katy, a shelter, truck, and part of phone and fuel costs. The agreement includes officer salary, bonds, and police powers, with a six year term ending upon notice.
The Kansas highway patrol reports all roads are normal or near normal. Western two thirds rated normal with isolated slick spots in the eastern third.
Roy K. Browning, 30, of 119 Plummer, arrested in Chanute on a charge of fourth degree manslaughter in the death of E. E. Kelsey, 61, oil field worker. Browning posted $1,000 bond. preliminary hearing set for next Tuesday. Kelsey died after a tavern fight at Travelers Inn, Browning claiming Kelsey swung first. witnesses present.
Topeka AP Republicans in the Kansas Senate rejected combining the sales tax and general revenue funds as urged by Gov. John Anderson. A 32 to 0 vote redirected $2 million from the sales tax fund to general revenue, with a bill to formalize the transfer set for introduction. The decision delays any immediate merger and may push next year's action, potentially affecting local residue funds and taxes. Governor Anderson said the legislature may still act, noting this is the prerogative of lawmakers.
Second semester enrollment figures released today by Chanute school authorities show total enrollment at 2 576 for kindergarten through junior college. Compared with last year, overall enrollment is up 82 but down 66 from the first semester last September. Student by school totals list Murray Hill as largest at 399, with Hutton 357 and Alcott 268. Boys outnumber girls 1 310 to 1 266.
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The Inter-American Conference on Cuba in Punta del Este faces division as Argentina warns of possible OAS disintegration without compromise. Brazil leads resistance to punishment options while the United States seeks a possible majority condemnation and a common front by Wednesday night.
Five candidates vie for the Cha nute JayCee Distinguished Service Award during a 7 pm dinner at the JayCee clubrooms Bosses Night adds guest status for member bosses. About 30 reservations noted amid flu restrictions. The winner receives a plaque and certificates. the winner advances to the state DSA competition in Fort Scott.
Melville M. Birch a Salina contractor is to appear in U S District Court for arraignment March 19 on a charge of failure to file federal income tax returns. The count covers 1957 and 1958 with alleged unfiled amounts of 46465.87 and 84908.90 respectively.
Probate Judge John F. Young, a former Chanute police officer, announced his bid for a second term subject to the Republican primary in August. He and his wife reside at 409 West 5th.
The Ladies of the Grand Army of the Republic scheduled for tonight have canceled their meeting.
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