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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1976
Page
2
A reader questions the value of used car inspections after a Chanute dealer sale led to a $200 repair bill within 30 days. The piece notes signers must be named, discusses safety aims of inspections, and warns that inspection quality depends on the inspector.
The letter advises using a reputable dealer and getting the warranty in writing while noting a Tribune clipping on a wastewater treatment plant grant review. It questions deep water wells as a disposal method, cites local water issues near Chanute, and recalls a 1950s drought and a pumping test west of the city.
Washington report notes Saudi discontent with Kissinger as multibillion dollar contracts move to France and Japan. Riyadh officials accuse U S diplomacy of inconsistency while Prince Saud signals Saudi push to diversify, with plans to spend 142 billion dollars in five years on projects, mostly with U S firms.
Pittsburg resident sues the Crawford County sheriff for 7500 dollars claiming nonpayment from a district court jury verdict. The editorial notes that collecting judgments is not a sheriff’s duty and that enforcement depends on the judgment party and court orders.
Industrial groups touring southeast Kansas note key factors for location decisions. Reliable labor, progressive communities, suitable land, natural resources, transportation and materials access, union climate, and local life including schools and parks influence verdicts. Appearance and attitude matter, with parks showing progressiveness. tours by Mid-America, Inc. aid attraction efforts.
The notice outlines mail and carrier subscription prices for Chanute residents including tax and postage. By mail one year 27.81, six months 13.90, three months 6.95. By mail to boxholders 19.57 for year plus 6 months 10.30 and 3 months 4.18. By carrier in Chanute 2.50 monthly plus tax. UPI holds exclusive republication rights for local news and dispatches.
The House Government Operations Committee approved a bill creating a 6.65 billion annual revenue sharing program over 45 months with 150 million set aside for poorer areas. It adds wage requirements and broader civil rights language while prompting debate over enforcement and state reporting.
Twenty five years ago volunteers enrolled and the stage was set for blood collection on Tuesday. More contributors are needed says Charles Henshall, chairman for the Chanute Thayer and Earlton region. Also notes a 50 year ago item from 1926 with County Farm Agent C. D. Thompson visiting from Erie. Psalms 42 5.
A Agriculture Department study finds about 23 percent of food stamp households had gross income above the poverty line in September. It covers 11,327 households with average gross monthly income of 298 dollars and average net income of 223 dollars after deductions. The report notes demographic patterns and details eligibility rules changes taking effect June 1.
Kansas Attorney General Curt Schneider asks the Kansas Supreme Court to compel Secretary of State Elwin Shanahan to publish a bill signed by the governor after legislative adjournment. The case tests gubernatorial power, as the bill cutting barber apprentice years from 18 to 12 goes into effect July 1 and a restraining order is sought.
The Humboldt City Council voted 43 against Richard Weilert’s request to open a private club on West Bridge. The body also approved a $90,000 swimming pool bond election for August and rejected arming reserve police officers. It plans a 6 percent city employee pay rise next January.
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