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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1959
Page
4
The editorial argues taxes should drop next session as Kansas shows rising revenue. It notes revenue director forecasts year end collections possibly $25 million above last year and cites booming incomes and business activity. After funding schools and hospitals, taxes should be reduced.
The heavens declare the glory of God and the firmament shows his handiwork in Psalms 19:1. A devotional snippet highlighting creation and divine power shared for daily reflection.
The column riffs on crime, politics, Geneva talks, and school lunches. It notes the 1956 Republican presidential choice looming in Chicago stockyards, recalls an Oklahoma man’s fatal train ride, and mocks state secret lunch menus while suggesting a nose informs what’s for lunch.
A collection of quips and light news bites from multiple papers. Topics include inflation jokes, geography gags, a pianist neighbor story, a dry cleaner driver and parking, future driver tests, crime and dress, an emergency tax wrinkle, nuclear war humor, and a wry take on economy and salaries.
The town plans a May 22 celebration featuring a municipal swimming pool opening and the new monkey island to honor highway 73W and South Santa Fe pavement work. Band concerts, speeches, a baseball game and attractions are listed along with other events for the day.
James Marlow analyzes Lyndon Johnson’s rise as a powerful Senate leader who blends conservatism with liberal civil rights progress. The piece notes his willingness to compromise to keep Democrats united and hints at possible 1960 presidential ambitions by Johnson and allied Texans.
Tourists miss the Pentagon drama as Air Force scientists warn of accidental atomic explosions and the hydrogen age. Senate hearings test Adm. Strauss’s fitness while Dr David Inglis fears the mass death weapons and potential global war.
The Chanute Tribune 1915 edition lists Chanute Publishing Company as publisher with Ernest W Johnson as editor and publisher. It includes department managers and staff names. Advertising, news, office, circulation, and press roles are noted along with mailing and subscription rates for Neosho, Wilson, and Woodson counties.
An estimated 35 000 to 40 000 filled downtown St. Joseph to view the Apple Blossom Festival parade. Bands from 50 high schools in northwest Missouri and northeast Kansas joined 20 floats and marching units despite a cold northwest wind. Linda Lyon, 18, of Plattsburg, Mo., was named festival queen from 11 candidates.
The schedule lists KC broadcasting channels KOAM KOTV WDAF KODE and programs across days with entries for 7 12 and 4 6 and 12 channels. Highlights include You Bet Your Life Masquerade Party Trackdown Guiding Light Queen for a Day and Love of Life with multiple morning cartoons and news segments.
May Jane Blackburn nine year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Marvin Blackburn of Gallatin Missouri was named junior dairy queen in a community dairy event.
Rome AP reports tennis fans see fashion take center court as players wear turquoise pale outfits with crocheted skirts and lace panties. Silvana Lazzarino and Lea Pericoli push flamboyant attire while male players ignore the spectacle and continue play.
A local American Massage and Therapy Assn group met with Mrs. Celia Rowland to plan a August trip to Long Beach for the national convention. Members came from Kansas City New ton Wichita Atchison Coffeyville and Mulvane for the gathering.
A concise guide highlights how advertising tools help consumers make safer purchases. Tips cover comparing prices, checking warranties, reading terms, and verifying seller credibility to avoid scams and faulty goods.
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