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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1971
Page
2
Editorial mocks public figures tied to farm subsidies highlighting a large payment after Congress set a 55000 dollar cap on subsidies to troubled farmers. It argues Big John embodies a patriotic image while criticizing subsidies and public financial assistance that favor operatives over taxpayers.
A partisan tirade alleges subsidy hunters evade the law through reorganization and vow to beat the system. The speaker links Big John to antiwar rhetoric, flag waving, and labeling detractors as enemies while hinting at political motivations behind anti Viet Nam criticism.
New Orleans District Attorney Jim Garrison, famed for charging Clay Shaw with Kennedy assassination conspiracy, revisits pre trial publicity issues. He faced criticism from former associates over his evidence and approach during the high profile inquiry.
Terry Murphy notes Garrison alleges U S Attorney General John Mitchell bribery charges to pinball business. Garrison seeks court order blocking publication to safeguard fair trial, amid questions on pre trial publicity and past public attacks on Clay Shaw.
Archie Davis of the U S Chamber of Commerce warns the family assistance plan in Congress could ruin the private economy. He advocates open competition and opposes protectionism, urging stronger private sector adaptation. He says American superiority is man made.
AP profile of Rupert Crosse, tracing his path from 13 months out of work to gaining fame in The Reivers, The Partners, and television. He emphasizes versatile image, facial expression, voice, and intense character study as keys to his acting. He hails from Nevis in the British West Indies and values truthful, intricate portrayal.
Sens. Pearson and Dole announced a $1,193,467 HUD grant to Topeka for storm drainage and sanitary sewers in the Martin creek area. The project aims to improve health, living conditions, and flood safety by separating storm and sanitary systems.
El Dorado Rep. Ervin Grant asks Attorney General Vern Miller for an opinion on using about 1 million dollars from the emergency fund to aid migrant workers in northwest Kansas. He notes the fund has previously helped cattle during weather emergencies and urges aid through the Health Department for about 250 people, including some children.
Washington notes show Le Duc Tho's Paris appearance marks a key diplomatic move toward Vietnam settlement. Nixon has conducted behind the scenes overtures through intermediaries as Kissinger also heads to Paris to coordinate authority and talks.
A complex political narrative shows Bruce treated as a spokesman not negotiator as Paris talks stall. Le Duc Tho seeks a breakthrough while Washington fixes limits, with intercepted messages and secret code flows highlighting the tensions.
Tribune reports 1946 winners for beard and pioneer costume contests at the VFW Fourth of July celebration. J O Bark 95 was oldest beard entrant. Millard Cawthorne captured grand beard prize. Leo Donvan won open class. Herman Fehr took style cut. Women’s pioneer winners include Mrs LeRoy Hunt first, Mrs Dean Nichols second with Mrs Howard Parsons and Mrs Henry Broughton tied for third and fourth. Local colored churches plan Aug 4 Emancipation Day celebration, aiming for the largest observance yet.
A devotional line cites Exodus 22 29 warning believers not to delay offering the first ripe fruits, reflecting religious practice and timely sacrifice.
A dense schedule features Mrs Livingston haunting Eddie in Courtship of Eddie's Father and Tate managing Shiloh ranch duties. Just Jazz showcases Don Byas and peers, Medical Center spotlights Dina Merrill, plus multiple late shows including Mister Rogers, The Immortal, Masterpiece Theater, Hawaii Five-O and late night films and Perry Mason finales.
Daytime and primetime TV listings from a Tribune page show Channel 5 16 and 4 programs with soaps westerns game telecasts and talk shows. Highlights include Royals baseball against Milwaukee and the Dan Thomas and Dick Cavett lines with Tonight Show and Merv Griffin.
US forces have left Vietnam faster than Nixon’s target but Pentagon sources foresee a slower July August and September. Withdrawal uncertainty could push total to about 175000 by December 1, 9000 below the planned goal, with possible accelerations if peace talks advance. Two US Army divisions remain in the region below Quang Tri to assist South Vietnam if needed.
An appeals court in New Jersey ruled that Sister Margaret Murtha cannot invoke priests' privilege to refuse grand jury questions about a murder case. The 32 year old nun from St. Boniface Parish Jersey City must testify about a February conversation with a 17 year old boy questioned in the murder investigation.
Rates outline annual and short term options for subscription by mail and carrier in Neosho Allen Wilson Woodson Chanute and surrounding areas with tax and postal specifics. Includes Chanute post office boxholders and carrier delivery pricing with advance payment and AP news rights.
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