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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1955
Page
2
Washington D C Robert T Stevens steps down after two years as secretary of the Army saying he feels he can leave with his chin up A farewell salute is planned and the Navy will give an unusual tribute Stevens notes many letters of support from both parties as he departs turning the post over to Wilber Brucker who becomes secretary of the Army.
Dwight A. Nesmith of Kansas State College outlined steps for an industrial survey in Neodesha as Chanute completes a survey to attract industry. He is also conducting a survey at Cherryvale while local businessmen attend the meeting. Nearby reports note a naked incident in Coffeyville and budget figures in Independence as well as new industrial efforts in Iola Moran Parson and Fort Scott.
Former grand councillor of the Royal and Select Masons of Kansas and 33rd degree Mason Kirk served two terms in the legislature in the early 1930s. He held the Red Cross of Constantine and was past high priest and past grand commander. Survived by his widow, a son Stanley Kirk of Iola, a sister and three brothers.
TOPEKA The average daily population of Kansas state mental institutions fell to 4 462 in the 1955 fiscal year from 4 551 a year earlier as admissions rose to 1 514 from 1 487. Dr George Jackson, state director of institutions, cited historical context showing 5 148 in 1948 when the program began.
Ronnie Hill, 31, paced in front of Sally Willingale home after she ended their engagement set for July 30. He vowed to walk until she changes her mind, claiming a 14 year love. The pair vanished from the scene without an announced outcome.
In Duarte California City of Hope Hospital doctors report actress Susan Ball has a cancer recurrence after a prior leg amputation 18 months ago. Unofficial sources say the cancer is in the lung and she has been hospitalized since July 5.
Senators from both parties argued NATO must remain intact as German unification talks proceed. They echoed President Eisenhower’s appeal to the Soviets at Geneva for NATO to be seen as a defensive alliance, with Bulganin’s conditional rejection signaling its future role.
Clark Gable and Kay Williams Spreckels are at a Encino ranch home with gates locked to visitors. They plan to live there and build a new house in Palm Springs. They wed July 11 in Minden Nevada.
Paul Hassler of St. Joseph traveled to Washington to tell House Public Works Committee members the proposed 4819 billion highway program would crush small operators like him. He urged slower passage and fair tax distribution, arguing the trucking industry should not shoulder all costs.
Lisbon Portugal Calouste Sarkis Gulbenkian legendary oil magnate and one of the world’s richest men died today from a kidney ailment He was 86 years old.
Washington reports the U S Army is studying bringing home about 17 000 rear echelon personnel to reduce the Far East strength while keeping the three divisions stationed there intact.
The House Education and Labor Committee rejected 17 to 10 a proposal to withhold federal school construction funds from states or districts that practice racial segregation.
Mrs. Bill Keys was honored with a layette shower hosted by Mrs. Gerald Olson at 207 N. Lafayette. A pastel umbrella theme framed the gifts and pink lace tablecoverings. cakes, candy storks, and games accompanied the event. Attendees included Frances Anderson, Louise Gant, Warren Latta, Clyde Kile, and many friends and relatives. gifts were sent by Melvin McBee and others.
At the Junior Night meeting of the Lincoln 4-H club in Urbana Hall on Monday night, Danny Fickel served as president with Patsy Osborn as vice president Nancy Sue Heisman as secretary treasurer and Susie Fickel as song leader. Roll call was answered by What.
A local gathering led by Mrs. Glynn Stirewall included ten members and a new member vote for Paul Kelly. Modine Chickadonz performed a music program and games followed the meeting.
Visitors Mr and Mrs Roy Swank and daughter Miss Jean Swank arrived yesterday from La Grange Georgia for a visit with his aunt Mrs J W Alexander Tuesday evening guests of Mr and Mrs Ira Hague 505 W 2nd were Mr and Mrs Floyd Kelso and Karen and Reba Jones of Coffeyville en route home from Las Vegas They were accompanied by the Hagues grandson John LaRocca Sharp Park California here for a visit.
Thirty one women entered the Ladies Day golf competition at the country club on Tuesday. Prizes went to players closest to their ringer scores: Championship Mrs. Robert N. Allen. A flight Mrs. G. E. Nelson. B flight Mrs. Dennis Mills and Mrs. Glen Shook. C flight Mrs. Bruce Burris. D flight Mrs. William G. Bodley. Mrs. Nelson chaired and Mrs. Rex Truitt will serve next Tuesday.
Senate investigators today asked the Justice Department for records and testimony in a widening inquiry into a transcript handling matter. The request signals bipartisan concern over how the Lew document was reviewed and released.
The Internal Revenue Service and the Department study a hearing transcript detailing new bribery accusations against Harry Levy, a Chicago hat maker serving the armed forces. Levy admits withdrawing $20,000 in cash from a Chicago bank in June and July 1953 and cannot recall its disposition.
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