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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1971
Page
2
An editorial argues that Pentagon leaders confessing to hidden truths signals a broader pattern where public candor is sacrificed to achieve perceived ends. It links Machiavelli’s doctrine to U S actions in Vietnam, including coups and civilian killings, and notes Adlai Stevenson’s legacy of lofty ideals.
The discussion questions whether pursuing lofty goals justifies compromises that hinder fitness for office. It notes Stevenson and others rejecting actions to win power if those actions undermine integrity. The piece argues the government cites truth as harmful, while criticizes lies and deception as damaging to functioning, given Vietnam.
The record shows Pilate found no fault in Jesus and sought release, but the Jews demanded crucifixion. Pilate and Herod both found no guilt, yet Jesus was delivered to be crucified to appease the crowd. The writer urges belief in the biblical account as truth.
FAA report covers 17 months of screening from Oct 1969 to May this year. It cites 408 arrests, $1.5 million in narcotics seized, 110 weapons and grenades, and hundreds of local police actions. Notable incidents include hijack plots foiled at JFK and LAX with suspects found in potted palms.
Washington report says United Mine Workers president Ton Boyle financed his 1968 re election with money funneled by hired subordinates. The final tally shows little from rank and file as district officers contributed 1000 dollars each and lower officials 500 dollars, amid broader Labour Department probes.
A 1970s investigation reveals union officials received raises from union funds tied to Boyle's campaign, while others did not. the Labor Department case heads to trial in July. Separately federal safety planners outline a $40.5 million 1973 auto safety program, prioritizing air bags and related tests amid budget disputes and concerns over safety standards and research.
The 1946 news notes Truman vetoed the OPA act with all price controls set to end at midnight. Atomic tests were planned for Bikini Atoll with two Erie sailors from the USS Appalachian receiving seats for the blast. A 1921 item recalls police recovering a famous milk can still in a boxcar on Santa Fe rails.
ABC news special gathers Barry Goldwater Benjamin Bradlee and James Hagerty to discuss publication of classified Pentagon Papers excerpts. They urge revised declassification procedures and weigh public right to know against classification norms amid widespread stamps of top secret material. Arnie Nuvo and family plan mid-September move as CBS series shifts tone for a new season.
On June 29 various historical notes stand out from 1946 terrorist arrests in Palestine to Rubens birth in 1577 and JFKs 1963 push on disarmament. The column also marks WWII Pacific landings in 1943 and Trieste riots in 1946 as well as TV scheduling shifts and audience dynamics for Mary Tyler Moore and related shows.
A comprehensive Kansas plan to upgrade law enforcement received a 2.1 million grant from the Law Enforcement Assistance Administration. Senators James Pearson and Bob Dole said at least 75 percent will go to local government through the Governor's Committee on Criminal Administration, supplementing a 1.582 million award from September 1970.
Paul Caputo, a 26 year old blind reporter at WWLP-TV in Springfield Massachusetts, reads the news in Braille while covering broadcasts. He is hailed as possibly the first blind TV newsman in the United States and joined the station's staff this month with support from colleagues.
Atty. Gen. Vern Miller filed an anti trust suit in U S District Court naming Eaton Yale and Towne Emhart Ice Corp and Sargent and Co as conspirators since 1960 to fix prices and submit noncompetitive bids. The suit seeks treble damages and an order to stop anti competitive practices.
The column argues the country faces a long blame fixing period after Vietnam. It notes Nixon and Johnson struggled to avoid admitting defeat and that initial public stances have been defensive with few strong official reactions.
The piece argues against defensive blame games by leaders and advocates open inquiry into how and why the Vietnam venture failed. It notes 50,000 American lives and billions spent, and urges national unity to uncover errors rather than target individuals.
Jay C. Storis of Wichita filed a $500,000 lawsuit in Sedgwick County District Court against Key Construction Co Inc claiming a sewer excavation collapse buried him ten feet, crushing his spine and leaving him a permanent paraplegic. Manin Eby Jr of the company declined comment.
Duane Pope sentenced to death for the 1965 Big Springs bank robbery heads back to the U S Supreme Court after his Nebraska Supreme Court appeal is denied and with attorneys filing for federal review. Pope of Roxbury Kansas was initially sentenced by federal courts, but the Supreme Court set that sentence aside and imposed three life terms.
The Dodge City city commission authorized 675000 in industrial revenue bonds to expand the Dodge City Medical Center, a private doctors partnership. The plan sparked local controversy after the community closed one of its two hospitals less than a year ago and hopes to build a new facility soon. The three member body voted two to one in favor.
Prime time listings feature Mod Squad with Kaz Garaz at 6:30 and 9:12, Sonny James and Tammy Wynette on Hee Haw, and Marcus Welby M D at 9. Other slots include The Advocates discussion, Mister Rogers, Green Acres, and local news with CBS Evening News.
The Tribune lists daytime weeklong TV schedules for KCMO KUHI KOAM KMBC KTWU KODE WIBW KTEW WDAF Chanute listings. Evening slots show Mister Rogers Eddie's Father Stump the Stars to Rome With Love Medical Center Firing Line Immortal Hawaii Masterpiece Theater NFL Action Tonight Show and late news and weather notes.
The Chanute Tribune lists subscription prices for in town carrier and mail delivery, with rates for trade territory Neosho and nearby counties, and Chanute boxholders. Tax details and monthly options are provided, along with sales tax amounts and carrier delivery terms.
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