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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1971
Page
2
The piece notes two recent hijackings with shootings and questions whether FBI force sets ground rules for this violence. It argues hijackings show a growing pattern and calls for careful analysis before drawing firm links or adopting new security norms.
Southeast Kansas urges full use of existing capabilities through a Manufacturers Advisory Council. Forty south east Kansas metal working firms have data on seller capabilities and buyer needs in a computer aided effort. Neosho County Community Junior College will offer shop skills training this fall to meet labor market needs and aid regional growth.
The State Department continues to refuse to discuss U N policy toward China and the United Nations. A no comment stance from spokesman Charles W Bray follows a government embargo ordered by Secretary of State Rogers as Washington weighs whether to back Peking for U N membership and how Taiwan fits into the U S position.
Apollo 15 astronauts David Scott and James Irwin will cover about 25 miles in three rover excursions after landing in the Apennine Mountains. A color TV rover camera, with its own power and antenna, will beam footage globally via satellites to Europe, Japan and South America.
Indianapolis police case ends with Mrs. William V. Martin, 50, found guilty of disorderly conduct after claiming she could not bite an apple because of false teeth. She faces fines and suspended penalties on resisting and taunting charges. The judge quipped the policeman was no apple.
Minutiae notes the 1950 Chrysler ambulance car nicknamed Kaboobie is sold at fair market price. The vehicle, a family favorite with fold down seats, provided transport for three years but is no longer in service on Cha nute streets.
Washington correspondence reveals AID official Bert M. Tollefson Jr. created a diplomatic stir during Vice President Agnew's Kenya visit. Ambassador Robinson McIlvaine forwarded sharp eyes only cables to AID head John Hannah criticizing Tollefson's conduct and signaling possible VP involvement.
AID head Tollefson is accused of drunken behavior at Treetops Lodge Kenya where he allegedly interrupted Kenyan officials and pursued the Vice President's secretary. Ambassadors dispute the allegations. Tollefson calls it a misunderstanding and blames Democratic holdovers. A separate Capitol Hill note dismisses a new assassination theory.
On this date major events include the 1953 Korean War armistice signing at Panmunjom ending three years of fighting. Other entries note the 1789 start of the State Department precursor, Wright’s 1 hour 12 minute flight in 1909, Suez Canal terms in 1954, Austrian sovereignty in 1955, Nixon’s 1960 Republican nomination, and recent political figures linked to Vietnam and Portugal.
A brief devotional note cites James 4 17 reminding readers that knowing to do good and not acting is sin and urges action in daily life. The text presents a concise religious reminder suitable for page devotional sections.
In 1946 crude oil prices rose after removing CPA ceilings with one cent a gallon added to fuels by new schedules from four major companies and Chanute MFA. Horse show at Iola drew Chanute entrants but few placings. Pearl finds near Chanute include a $350 specimen and another $125 after discovery in mussel shells. about $300 in pearls sold locally.
The notice lists various subscription prices for The Small Society by mail in and outside trade territories, by carrier in Chanute, and for Chanute post office boxholders with tax details. It also states the Associated Press holds exclusive republication rights for local news.
TV schedule notes taped coverage of the Midwest Governors Conference held in South Sioux City Nebraska in July 1921. The lineup includes Vincent Price in Mod Squad and Cimarron Strip episodes with Richard Boone.
The Tribune lists weekday afternoon and evening lineups across KCMO TV KUHI TV KODE TV WIBW TV KTEW TV WDAF TV Chanute Ch 3 WED July 11. Programs include Mister Rogers Neighborhood Shiloh Family Law The Toy That Get Up Four In One Hawaii West Point Story News Weather and late-night shows with Ed Sullivan and Cavett amid sports and movie airings.
Paris AP Fashion Yves Saint Laurent unveils a winter collection blending saloon frill taft dresses with family album looks. Tailored tweed suits and two new coat silhouettes share ample shoulder emphasis. evening wear is dramatic with tinsel touches. Coats and rainwear feature square shoulders and varied textures.
Instructions urge readers to contact their Tribune carrier if absent and provide a phone number 431-3400 for a 5 30 p.m. call. The note implies a distribution or delivery reminder without additional context or events.
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