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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1971
Page
2
The editorial criticizes Senator Edward Kennedy for charging President Nixon with manipulating the Vietnam war for political gain. It argues Kennedy offers no constructive plan and questions Nixon’s strategy, noting he may be prolonging the conflict for political advantage and tackling the prisoner of war issue.
The passage argues Edward Kennedy misstates U.S. involvement in Southeast Asia, labeling his attacks as self serving political smears. It contends Kennedy has not presented publicly verifiable evidence and that public support is needed to speed withdrawals.
In a Peoples Forum note gratitude is expressed for Chanute residents including two Christian ministers Dr J R Hale and Rev William Baldwin. Hale's PRIDE program work continues post retirement and LOVE INC stands as a memorial to Bill Baldwin.
A writer commends former city commissioners Dr Reuben Burkman R D Wilson and Dale McCoy along with Don Manning and city staff for hard work. The piece laments rumors and harsh city criticism while urging fair hearings, cooperation, and gratitude for public service.
Southern Presbyterians and Lutheran Missouri Synod confront rising factionalism as they prepare governing conventions this summer. The Presbyterian meet in Massanetta Springs, Virginia, and the Missouri Synod in Milwaukee face internal divisions, reflecting wider Protestant tensions and concerns about unity. A Methodist pastor in New York warns of a storm affecting local churches and conciliar efforts.
Col. Robert Hammerle, chief coordinator of the military commissary system, lobbies for food brokers while remaining in the Army. As Defense Secretary Mel Laird’s ISRCC representative, he shapes purchasing for the $2 billion system. He has ties with the Defense Supply Association and discussed retirement with its head, Gen. Andy McNamara.
The report details Colonel Hammerle receiving a $12 000 a year offer from the Defense Supply Association and later a $15 000 offer after assisting on a memo to General Benade. The memo supported a new Army buying plan aiming to base purchases on housewife surveys, with savings projected at up to 100 million dollars annually. The piece notes opposition from brokers and confirms Hammerle’s continued influence on purchasing decisions while denying conflicts of interest.
Terry Murphy notes John Mitchell’s mixed record as attorney general. He defends Supreme Court rulings while resisting a national police force, yet shows a stringent stance on criminal defendants with bail denials and preventive detention.
The article argues against John Mitchells push to curb accused rights and ease the burden of proof, claiming his stance favors accusers and threatens the constitution. It warns that ending fairness for the accused echoes dictatorship and undermines freedoms that distinguish the republic.
TV newsrooms wrestle with sentimental wedding coverage as Tricia Nixon and Eddie manage a media shuffle. Cronkite ad libs amid cake drama while CBS hires Lynda Robb for commentary. ABC notes weddings boost ratings for Farmer’s Daughter and Petticoat Junction.
A Thursday edition of NET Playhouse aired a British film featuring two dialogues from Plato with Socrates. The segments were acted in modern dress and kept the philosopher's words strikingly contemporary.
The engagement of Carter Young to Robert D. Ward was announced at a party hosted by Miss Young. The wedding is set for July 7. Local figures Postmaster John W. Lapham and others from Chanute and Thayer are involved in a recently drilled oil well in Eldorado Arkansas amid a developing field.
Saturday and Sunday TV listings from Chanute Tribune show a full schedule across channels with morning to late night programs including sports movies and variety shows. The page lists station names, times, and program titles spanning Saturday and Sunday, highlighting regional viewing options.
A nightly schedule lists high chaparral and other programs from 6:30 to 9:30 with film and talk show interludes. Notable items include a feature on Mano of High Chaparral mistook for a thief and later released, Nanny and the Professor, the Name of the Game, and coverage of the Nixon wedding preview.
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