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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1956
Page
5
Views of the News note experts discuss wheat cycles and sunspot references to climate. Despite a dry wheat belt, Kansas enjoys another fine harvest while scientists urge patience with weather cycles and avoid rash conclusions about climate shifting east.
The article notes Kansas Dairy Month in June, praising promotion efforts by dairymen who push milk consumption with promotional cards and media tie ins. It contrasts dairy with wheat and livestock, mentions government aid, surplus issues, and lighthearted references to Disney and Marilyn Monroe as marketing angles.
An account aboard the Andrea Doria as it nears Gibraltar and Tangier describes the looming Rock, the strait, and a harbor scene. An American destroyer salutes and various small boats approach with pilots and a health check, while deck activity includes cadillac gear and passengers disembarking amid passing traders.
FE. Lawson recalls a father's love and influence on sons as he writes on Father's Day. The column reflects on memory of a father who died young, and a mother who raised the narrator alone while sharing anecdotes of fishing, a pony, barber visits, and quitting smoking to set a example. The piece ends with the message that sons with fathers are lucky and a quip about the neighbor woman.
Dr George W Crane argues in his Worry Clinic column that Jesus was a popular youth, citing Bible verses to support the claim. He compares ancient wisdom with modern polling and advertising concepts, urging readers to study the Four Gospels and consider public opinion in character formation.
The voyage begins with a final look at the Andrea Doria as the ship departs for Naples. The tender ride ends at Gibraltar where passengers disembark, marking the close of another chapter of the journey.
A freight train hit a small stock feed hauling touring car near Buffalo injuring 3 year old Robert Dale Scott and his grandfather Willard Davis. Robert Dale suffered a fractured leg while Davis sustained facial and hand cuts. Dean Scott 5, escaped unharmed.
During the British advance on Jericho an enemy shell hit an ancient tomb revealing a skeleton. Officials with the British staff linked the remains to John of Antioch, prompting a cable to the War Office in London requesting confirmation.
Rochester report notes Peter Thomson, 26, leading Ben Hogan by one stroke after two rounds of the U.S. Open at Oak Hill. Thomson posted 70 69 for 129 total while Hogan shot 68 to stay within a stroke. Former champions Cary Middlecoff among others remained within striking distance.
Published evenings except Sunday and entered as second class matter at Chanute Kaw post office. Rates shown for Wilson Woodson counties and four neighboring areas with monthly and yearly options for mail delivery.
In a four way tie at 141 lanky 1949 champion and Ed Furgol, the 1954 winner, head the group with Jerry Barber of Los Angeles and Wesley Ellis of Rivervale. At 142 are Julius Moose Boros, Arnold Palmer from Latrobe, Pa., and Ted Kroll of Fort Lauderdale. The field narrows to 51 players at 149 or better for today’s 36 hole final, while Jack Fleck Lew Worsham Jackie Burke and Chick Harbert are listed as missing.
In a Norwegian village, a diesel engine salvaged from the battleship Tirpitz, sunk in 1944 in a fjord, now provides local power. The wartime relic is reused to run a community grid and symbolizes postwar recovery.
On June 5 1956 the Probate Court of Neosho County Kansas appointed and qualified as administrator of the estate of Monona A Perkins deceased. Creditors heirs devisees and legatees are notified to take note of the appointment and act accordingly in the matter filed for the estate in Chanute Tribune.
The piece reflects on why flags deserve reverence, comparing the flag to family symbols and church and lodge emblems. It argues freedom and opportunity inspire refugees, and that the banner represents forefathers’ achievements and future national greatness through continued public respect and effort.
A brief TV guide fragment notes program blocks at 5:45 pm 5:55 pm and 6:00 pm with titles News Caravan Homemaker and unspecified slot, reflecting a local station schedule.
The Chanute Tribune reports probate notices from Neosho County Kansas. Carter A Willis is administrator for an estate with nine month creditor claims and a hearing on the Gibbs ward property sale of Lots 7 and 8, Block 28 in the Tioga town area now part of Chanute. Margaret Newland seeks court order to sell the ward's interest in the property. defenses due by July 11, 1956 at 10:00 a.m. in Erie.
The Tribune lists a ten cent discount for payment by the date of first insertion, with blind ads at 25 cents extra and no responsibility for errors after the first insertion. Six month contract rates are available. out of trade area rates are per word per insertion with a minimum charge, all terms in cash.
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