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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1966
Page
2
AP reports hogs 2.50 lower to 25 higher with under 230 lb mostly steady, sows steady and cattle demand mixed. Lambs strong, calves and feeder bids steady, corn and oats quoted with futures down about 7 to 14 points.
In Kansas City AP report consumer eggs remain unchanged with wholesale prices for large eggs at 80 percent grade A 39 41. mediums at 80 percent grade A 35 2 to 37 2. Butter prices also unchanged in the market.
Chicago markets show butter prices unchanged. Egg prices range from 39 1/2 cents for 70 percent or better to 35 cents for mediums and standards at most outlets with minor increases noted for some grades.
Wheat No 2 hard 1.67 and 48s No 2 red 1.70. Corn No 2 yellow 1.314 and No 3 yellow 1.26s. Oats No 2 heavy white 76s-77s. Soybeans No 1 yellow 2.84n.
Wall Street in New York showed a mixed pattern in fairly active trading with an estimated nine million shares changing hands. Corporate bonds remained mostly unchanged while U S Treasury bonds eased after news of a planned new five percent coupon note.
Bonner Springs Kansas reports Fred B. Leighton vice president of Cornell College Mt. Vernon Iowa was named director of the Agriculture Hall of Fame and National rural Hall of Fame. The report notes 42 cars and a reference to a No 2 center in Kansas City.
Newly elected representatives and alternates for the second semester at Roy ster Junior High were installed at a school assembly led by student council president David Holloway. Speakers included Bruce Parker Terri West and Martha Rhodes as waves of service responsibility and cooperation outlined.
Conover auction lists a large assortment including baby grand player piano and bench, beds, chests, rugs, sofas, desks, dining set, wicker chairs, lamps, sewing machine, typewriter table, wash er, breakfast set, clock, dishes, pots and pans. Many items omitted due to space but the sale covers extensive furniture and household goods.
Julius Alfred Horton aged 78 dies at Labette County Medical Center after a life spanning Ulman Missouri to Parsons. service in St. Paul with burial at Walnut Cemetery. surviving widow and numerous children and grandchildren. Thomas Pinkley, 37, Wichita, dies after automobile crash. services in Humboldt with burial at Mount Hope. large family survivors listed. Edwards and Schul funeral notices from Humboldt and Caney detail services, chapels, burial sites, and mourners.
Chanute Tribune records show daily publication with Sunday and six holidays, staff listings for publisher Dwight McCreight, news editor Dwight Wallingford, and others. Subscription rates include one year $13, six months $7, three months $4, carrier rate $1.70 monthly, payment in advance.
In Kansas City Kansas Frank Searing about 65 died from smoke inhalation after a home fire. He was found on the kitchen floor with a can of water beside him. Fire officials estimate $1000 damage and say the blaze likely started in a living room chair from a cigarette.
Chicago police report the Operation Crime Stop program shows success with tips leading to arrests for robbery burglary and narcotics. Since April 1964 thousands of calls prompted hundreds of arrests and a shift in crime rates during 1964 and 1965. A Phase II appeal seeks corporate and public support, while Phase III targets narcotics gambling and high interest loan rackets.
The Kansas Senate approved a bill cutting one day state park permits to 1 from 3 dollars, 31 to 1 in a debate highlighted by Democratic objections. Gov. Avery and park authorities argued the change responds to user complaints and would improve efficiency. The measure also sent appropriation bills to the House and discussed a constitutional amendment for district judge appointment.
Grace Bo man reported a car she drove scraped a parked vehicle at 5th and Lincoln around 8:45 a.m. today. the parked car sustained no damage. Police logged the incident with no injuries or further details.
President Johnson seeks changes to the 4.8 billion tax package with graduated withholding aimed at pay as you go taxation. Committee hearings reveal concerns over higher income tax withholding and potential refunds, while Treasury projects shift in under and over withholding across income brackets.
At its 69th annual convention in Kansas City the American National Cattlemen’s Association urged a practical and equitable marketing plan for cattle and beef, praised simplification of market systems, and opposed sweeping packers and stockyards changes. John H. Guthrie of Porterville California was elected president and Bill House of Cedar Vale Kansas was named first vice president. The group plans to meet in 1968 in Oklahoma City after selecting Colorado Springs for 1967. Resolutions urged recognizing private land recreation, eradicating noxious brush, blocking new business tax increases, closer state federal inspection ties, and support for animal care research while opposing right to work repeal.
Kansas State University appoints Dr. John Lott Brown as vice president for academic affairs, succeeding Dr. William Bevan who resigned to join Johns Hopkins University as vice president and provost. The approval came from the Kansas Board of Regents in Manhattan.
The Chanute Tribune issue dated Thursday January 27 1966 reports local news and happenings on page seven. Notable items include community events, school notes, and brief notices affecting Chanute and surrounding areas.
Neosho Memorial Hospital admissions and births listed for Wednesday. Notable names include Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Frederick with a girl. Dismissals include Mrs. Chester Harvey and Mrs. Inez Dudley among others. Fire crew reports Curtis Taylor residence fire. Police court actions include Jack C. Foster of Cushing and Larry Ladd with guilty pleas and fines.
Clarence Shierling of Inman Kansas exhibited the top steer pen among eight at the Wichita Beef Show. The Hereford-Angus crossbreeds weighed 1,170 pounds and sold for 27.50 a hundred. Heifer class winner Lowell Peverley of Sterling Kansas sold his entry for 26 a hundred, his third consecutive year taking first prize money. Exhibitors presented 44 steer pens and 21 heifer pens.
Astronomers report the sun emits energy so steadily that detecting a variation of one percent in total output remains uncertain. The finding underscores the sun's remarkable consistency as a power source in the solar system.
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