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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1957
Page
4
The Wichita federal meteorologist announces a new zone 2 system covering a 4 county area plus others, with daily specific forecasts for localities within the Wichita range. Nearby zones may differ, and the forecaster aims for accuracy but promises no further guarantees.
The article warns that massive garish billboards along the Kansas Turnpike corridor threaten the virgin Flint Hills landscape. Signs crowd the right of way, risking windstorm damage and expanding to become a perpetual billboard alley for drivers. It contrasts with New York Thruway rules banning signs within 500 feet of the right of way.
A collage of quick humorous observations on city life and public figures. It notes centennial myths, appliance sizes, a dawn argument between wrens, summer imagery, and shared lines about Mamie Eisenhower doctors motorists and air conditioned cars.
Twenty five years ago the city planned a new cemetery on part of a 152 acre tract southeast of the city limits as the board of city commissioners negotiates. Mayor H W Loy announced today Across the Back Fence notes a Chanute businessman known for sobriety searched for his straw hat after a night out. A missing G A R flag at Memorial Buildings prompted a request for its return. Boosters from St Paul arrived promoting the community picnic set for June 3. G Ebert Chanute first plumber attends.
A meeting opposing the gas meter ordinance was held at the church on 15th and Highland. Newt Randles was elected chairman with a committee of J. B. Denny L. E. Turley Eli Leslie and W. C. Tomlinson to interview the council. E. C. Ott the excursion man will run a Kansas City Chanute trip Sunday with round trips from $1 to Ottawa $1.25 to Garnett Colony or Iola and $1.50 to Chanute or Humboldt.
Kentuckians timeline notes events from 1692 to 1917 including minting, independence days, annexations, and public milestones. The list references San Francisco mint 1852, Hawaii annexation 1898, and key figures such as Patrick Henry and Brigham Young, framing U S history in brief dated entries.
Emporia marks its 100th birthday in July with a cake event depending on weather. Florence’s Bulletin recalls a shoemaker and wives, while Wichita Eagle wonders if turnips ripen next fall. Hoisington Dispatch cites an evangelist listing 726 sins amid requests for the list. An Oklahoma editor likens flattery to cologne. Kansas City Star notes a penny hike in life’s necessities. Kentucky hill country travelers spy a lonely cabin as hogs lie, and a claybank mule circles to graze.
A string of brief jokes and quips from a past era. The humor travels from a curious traveler and a phone gag to a courtroom miscue and a garage punchline about pullover costs. The bits reflect social types and regional slang of the time with a folksy tone.
Washington observer Drew Pearson notes a costly misstep by Secretary of the Treasury George Humphrey at inflation hearings. He cites counsel from Gaylord Freeman and Randy Burgess urging a forceful reply, the resulting crossfire with Sen. Kerr, and a controversy over Morgenthau diaries and State Department figures.
In the Chanute Tribune dated June 29 1957 a column rebukes the use of fear to compel faith arguing God desires voluntary devotion. It contrasts ancient sacrifices with modern church rhetoric and invites readers to discuss in Sunday School.
Latest figures from St. John’s Newfoundland show 3,667 moose counted in the predator and wildlife survey. Officials note the figure marks a continuation of survey trends and may affect hunting quotas and habitat planning.
A banker explains an insurance survey service to Mr. Chase, offering to analyze existing policies, compile a clear summary, and recommend protections. The process promises a two week to two week timeline and a printed copy for the client to review.
Dr. Crane discusses why Christianity differs from other religions by portraying God as a loving Father rather than a tyrant. The piece contrasts ancient gods who demanded fear and sacrifices with the Christian view of divine benevolence.
Report shows 180 caribou bagged in the 1956 Newfoundland season from available returns. Officials note responses missing from about 6,000 hunters and urge all to file a return whether they bagged game or not.
The message urges balanced patriotism during Independence Day celebrations, recognizing national faults while seeking reform. It calls readers to condemn corruption, aid the needy, and keep faith with God to guide loyalty without hostility to others. It ends with gratitude and resolve to improve the country yearly.
A dense log lists TV slots from 8:00 pom to midnight and beyond, naming Mystery Theatre Gunsmoke People are Funny and many others. It includes daytime and late night programs such as Bride and Groom House Party Matinee Theatre and Brighter Day along with comedy and adventure shows.
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