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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1955
Page
4
Views of the News recount a tornado near Pittsburg that rose with wind and avoided disaster by riding a ridge like a ski jump. The Pittsburg Headlight cites old timers and an “old Indian” tale linking Chanute and snowy terrain to safety from twisters.
In support of small towns residents note they miss many city amenities yet prize quiet streets and neighborly living. They argue cities offer museums theaters and major events, but towns provide ease, safety, and a slower pace, merging urban access with rural calm.
Heidelberg writer surveys European sleep styles from British hard beds to French plush systems and German multisectioned mattresses. He notes cold rooms, heavy bedding, and the cyclical pattern of sweat and chill as night persists.
An old reader muses on graduation gifts and wedding presents, noting no relatives graduate soon and describing efforts to save money. The writer laments missing thank you notes, praises graduation gifts for their gratitude, and contemplates sending a $5 bill as a simple alternative. They also reflect on where their saved money has gone.
Helene S. a 36 year old housewife follows Dr. Crane's 10 day 800 calorie diet losing 11 percent of her weight and then proceeds to a second plan cutting to 125 pounds. Her husband’s ardor returns as she slimmes and their family life improves with closer interaction and invitations to outings. Helene credits the loss with rekindling romance and energy while urging others to try mutual dieting.
Humboldt residents share Memorial Day visits and family gatherings. Names include Mr. and Mrs. William Feeney and Louise, Mr. and Mrs. Dave Hansen of Moran, and many others from Osawatomie Iola Greeley Farley Wright and Kansas City. The Fidelis class met at the Holtz home with plans for a yearlong project and yearbooks distributed. Memorial Day activities feature church leaders, social games, and refreshments for 21 members and guests.
A brief line contemplates the unpredictable sensation of a crick, wondering whether it appears across the shoulders or deep in the back, capturing a moment of everyday discomfort and humor.
A witty exchange unfolds with a she question about kissing and a man jokingly guessing. The dialogue shifts to a stadium description and a diner waiter comically answering how a steak was cooked, ending with a punchy line about onions and a steak that “died hard.”
Twenty five years ago guests in Tioga Inn upper floors appreciated the elevator after yesterday’s lift failure. Arlie Coats of near Altoona left for Schenectady to join General Electric after graduating from Kansas State Agricultural College. The American Legion firing squad wore new uniforms under Captain C S Haynie. Members included Fred Irwin A L McDonald Watson Johnson Everett Lloyd W D McGinley Frank Vaughn G E Cauble L R Nelson Russell E Davidson Lee Francis and E Burt. Paul McQueen was bugler and C D Blackwood with Curtis Bean were color guard. A six cent broken egg postage story from Herbert Barnett of Earlton to Chanute described as the first with a handle. Fifty years ago Memorial Day features included H P Farrelly’s address in the Hetrick theater with G A R ritualist S C Brown decoration day speech and local choir. Martha Hemphill returned from a visit in Marissa Illinois.
California Congressman James Roosevelt will introduce a bill to divorce big oil companies from retail operations. He cites pressure on filling station owners to stock specific tires batteries and accessories and threatens franchise loss for noncompliance. The move aims to restore independence for small retailers though passage this session seems unlikely.
Chanute publication announces consolidation with the Daily Times detailing editorial and advertising leadership. It lists mailing rates for Neosho Allen Wilson Woodson counties and outside areas, with monthly and yearly options and post office classification.
Kansas City visitors included Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Webb and Mrs. Zoe Kirk with Mrs. Margaret Webb and Chris tine of Iola. Memorial Day guests included Mrs. Pearl McDonald Cha nute Mrs. J. P. McLaren Sally and Ann of Kansas City and Mrs. Jeanette Pendarvis of San Francisco. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Holtz hosted a Sunday dinner for their son A 2-c James Holtz on leave. Attendees included A 1-c and Mrs. Eldon Carpenter Wichita Mr. and Mrs. Milton Byfield Kansas City Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Holtz Erneva and Marcia Kay Iola Mr. and Mrs. James Holtz Neosho Falls Mr. and Mrs. Robert Holtz and James Holtz guest of honor. Arnold Clum of Pittsburg State College spent the weekend in Humboldt with his parents and his three brothers.
ARKANSAS CITY Kas Tom Desmond Red Cross disaster director here has issued revised tornado casualty figures for the Oklahoma Kansas area. He also said the central relief headquarters here is opening
The report lists updated totals for casualties by location. Blackwell Oklahoma records twenty dead with sixty eight major injuries and one hundred eighty two minor injuries, with sixty eight hospitalized. Udall Kansas shows seventy nine dead and one hundred eighteen major injuries, one hundred four minor injuries, and one hundred forty three hospitalized. Cheyenne Oklahoma reports two dead.
Three major injuries and three minor injuries reported in Leedy Oklahoma with no fatalities. Two major injuries and two minor injuries plus five people hospitalized. Read the advertisements for more details.
The page lists a dense, era style TV log with dozens of shows and times. Programs include The Millionaire, This Is Your Life, Famous Playhouse, Today in the 4 States, Guiding Light, and Weather segments. Multiple entries reference varied daytime and evening slots across channels.
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