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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1964
Page
4
A Tribune letter from Mrs. Minnie Carter argues against higher sales tax proposals by state candidates. She urges lower property taxes and greater state economy, noting farm taxes rising sharply and questioning legality of laws set by courts.
A reflective column contrasts American military deaths in Viet Nam with higher domestic violence and traffic fatalities. It argues against escalation, noting about 150 military advisers killed abroad while homefront indifference persists and urging a decisive but cautious end.
Tribune Files recalls labor troubles delaying 75 to 80 tile pieces for the new $100,000 Alcott school. Supt. L. H. Petit says occupancy could occur when term begins September 5. Monkey Island questions arise as Chanute officials trade fowl with Clovis NM for local wildlife. A birthday party is noted for Phyllis Ann Beach, age 5, with a long list of attendees.
Washington columnist Drew Pearson details ex Nazi scientists in Egypt guiding Egypt’s rocket program. He cites Prof Wolfgang Pilz and a secret goal of 900 rockets, noting Nasir's 1962 El Kahar range of 600 kilometers and the 1963 Zel Zafer 350 kilometer rocket.
Dr Molner discusses mongoloid births as a genetic defect with 47 chromosomes, noting age of mother increases risk. The father’s age seems not a factor, and tests may guide but not guarantee future pregnancies. Practical advice ranges from possible firm no to uncertain outcomes, highlighting need for more research and careful counseling.
Washington report notes the Senate Appropriations Committee backed a 46.7 billion defense outlay for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1964, nearly half of federal spending. The bill would add 15 million to the House vote but fall 696 million short of President Johnson’s request. Also reports progress in big city schools reducing dropouts and a coin minting plan using 1964 date to ease coin shortages.
New York AP profile of Robert Horton tracks his show business path from University of Miami beginnings to Broadway and a planned nightclub act. He describes planning goals, turning down TV contracts for growth, and eagerness for future musical and television work.
The article reports on Egyptian and German scientists including Prof Paul Goercke and Dr Hans Kleinsaechter developing non nuclear warheads. It details plans for automatic pilots and gas or cobalt weapons, cobalt orders of 250000 curies tied to a 50 year danger, and mentions Dr Otto Joklik’s warning and Dr Hans Eisele aiding the effort in Egypt.
A black bear moved into a field in a commuters suburb about 25 miles from New York City. Residents say the sighting began Wednesday night and fear for safety while authorities plan to trap the animal if it becomes a menace.
Evening edition notes second class matter status and post office postage details. AP dispatches carried. local news for Neosho, Allen, Wilson and Woodson counties. Subscription rates listed for within Kansas four counties and outside areas. Rates show year at 9.99, various six and three month terms, with monthly options.
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