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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1977
Page
2
Sen. Bill Proxmire of Wisconsin notes a drop in chauffeured government limousines but says at least 147 Washington officials still ride to work at an annual cost of 3.3 million dollars. An aide says 1973 had about twice as many. Proxmire seeks cuts to 28 with questions about exceptions and zero-based budgeting.
The Labor Department reports an April 1.1 percent rise in wholesale prices driven by farm and fuel costs, following a 0.9 percent March increase and a February 0.9 percent jump. The index shows 1977 costs at 194.30 for what 1967 buyers could cover with 100, highlighting a long term decline in purchasing power.
The Government Operations Committee approved an amendment to Carter energy proposals to make the federal government the purchasing agent for imported oil. Rep. John Conyers believes the gov could buy oil cheaper, potentially lowering prices, but critics warn of government's history of mismanagement and doubt the plan’s viability.
Daily except Sunday publication announces subscription rates for trade territory including Neosho and surrounding counties. Offers one year six months and three month plans with taxes listed. outside trade territory Kansas addresses priced higher with annual six month and quarterly options.
The column reflects on midlife calls to religious life, citing former Senator Harold Hughes and Rep. Roger Robertson. It praises their transitions from public roles to spiritual work and notes Robertson's plans to attend Baptist Graduate Theological Seminary, with reflections on their teamwork and mutual respect.
House Assassinations Committee records describe alleged CIA contacts with anti Castro Cubans in Dallas before Kennedy's murder. Witnesses claim Oswald met Cubans, and a 1963 memo cites Oswald leaving Alpha 66's Dallas office. Committee notes suggest CIA may have attempted to shield embarrassing Oswald ties and misused photos and tapes, while FBI doubted the voice on a supposed Oswald call.
Raymond Vaughn, director of property valuation, works a four day week with Wednesdays off to auctioneer in Burlington. He docks pay for those days, arguing the arrangement saves time and serves county needs. Kalb, secretary of revenue, supports autonomy but warns four day weeks are not good policy for future chiefs.
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