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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1971
Page
2
Editorial notes the death of Pearl Olive Hallenberg who began as assistant in 1921, became head librarian in 1929, and led Chanute library for 36 years until 1955. Under her tenure the building expanded, children and Kansas rooms were added, holdings rose from 10 145 to about 25 000, and circulation peaked over 100 000 in the mid 1930s.
The article honors Mrs Hallenberg for loaning books in a single year and guiding many apprentices to become librarians. It notes her creation of a respected reference section with limited funds and her dedication to serving people despite low wages and modest budget.
CBS 60 Minutes reports private pension funds face losses as credits vanish when workers switch jobs. Senate study cites up to 10 million could get nothing. $130 billion tied up while 30 000 funds are on file.
Chanute Recreation and Parks Commission announces six week dance sessions for youths at Central Park starting June 15 and 17. Tap on Tuesdays and ballet on Thursdays feature 45 minute lessons across age groups with schedules at 9 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Instructor Pam Basher, a local senior, trained in Wichita and at the Fine Arts Center. A final program titled Mysterious Toy Shop will conclude the six weeks. Enroll at the recreation office, 431-4199.
A notice instructs readers to call their Tribune carrier if delivery is missed or impossible, providing a contact phone number 431 3400 and a 5 30 p m time reference.
In Anthony Kansas race days return for 66th year as the Harper County track plans events July 16 18 and July 23 25 with Vern Miller promising bold talk and noting reliance on undercover agents amid ongoing betting activity and local gambling lore.
Terry Murphy notes Vern Miller's tough approach to crime including a 150-strong posse to Lawrence to pursue 30 suspects. He relies on intimidation and letters to rally support while facing a tougher fight against well-armed criminals as the postal service cooperates only to an extent.
Fish catch hooks a 47 pound Neosho catfish by Fred Miles and Leonard Williams. Howard Wilson plans a paint and wallpaper store at 106 FE Main in the former Brunswick Billiard Parlor. Red Cross prepares walking cast toe socks from fifty pounds of yarn. City reports thirty-nine births in the past month, the highest since records began.
Washington lawmakers empower FBI agents and other federal auditors to probe their own agencies as part of the House Appropriations Committee oversight. The move, defended as practical by aide Frank Sady, raises concerns about independence and constitutional balance on Capitol Hill.
A critical look at congressional staffing uses FBI personnel on government time, with six bureaucrats and a CIA official aiding budget work while remaining paid by their agencies. The piece notes copyright questions over Hoover authored works and improper authorship claims, plus a narcotics division warning about doctors misfiling two page drug forms and looming penalties.
Three Neosho County Community Junior College cadets were honored at an awards ceremony at Pittsburg State College. Charles W. Fisher received the outstanding cadet of the semester award for academic achievement and military bearing. Roger L. Fairchild won the president's award for MS I cadets with top military science performance. Ronald L. Alexander earned the ROTC medal for leadership and top 10 percent academic standing among MS II cadets.
The Atomic Energy Commission says a new concept could extract heat from deep earth using controlled nuclear blasts to generate steam for turbines. AEC and scientists note feasibility but uncertain economic competitiveness with existing methods. Proposals include a mobile surface plant and alternatives with pre-fired blasts or periodic detonations.
A study summary claims electricity could be produced from geothermal heat with nuclear explosives with no technical barrier. It notes hot rock sources west of the Continental Divide and underdeveloped prospecting methods. Neodesha marks its 100th anniversary with a centennial ball at the National Guard armory featuring Big Mike of Chanute from 9 p.m. to midnight.
The Chanute Tribune lists subscription rates for in and out of town mail, local carrier delivery, and Chanute boxholders. Rates vary by duration and area, with tax details and post office handling. It notes AP rights and Audit Bureau of Circulations membership.
Tonight features room 222 at 7 PM with Pete assisting a disciplined class. At 8 PM Love on a Rooftop with Dave gifting Julie six dollars for a birthday surprise, amid other listings including Medical Center and Firing Line with a debate on church and state.
TV listings for Monday to Friday across channels KUHI KMBC KOAM KTWU KODE WIBW WDAF plus Chanute detail evening lineups for June 16. Programs include Alias Smith and Jones Flip Wilson Family Affair Mister Rogers Ironside Bewitched Danny Thomas NET Playhouse OSS 117 Cutter s Trail and more with news weather and late shows across stations.
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