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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1960
Page
4
Editorial notes nearly a million cattle in the Flint Hills with many headed to Western states and southern markets as feed is abundant this year. Weaker cattle demand and lower costs drive shipments while landowners remain confident in the region’s grazing value and resilience.
A collection of humorous quotes and brief news nuggets from various papers. Items include a subscriber request for more comics, a quip about women drivers and purses, and light commentary on editors and religion in politics.
A Bible verse from Numbers 30:2 emphasizes that a man’s vow or oath to the Lord binds his soul to keep and perform what proceeds from his mouth. The scripture underscores seriousness of spoken commitments and obedience to the vow.
A collage column notes a industrialist's son’s suicide, class of 1960 optimism, a bride’s thank-you notes, Princess Margaret gifts, Air Force Academy stadium fundraising, and student literacy. It critiques wealth, education, spending, and global politics with sharp, dated humor.
A 20 page booklet detailing Chanute’s tax free municipal system was published for local and inquiring readers. Homer Kimbrough, a 20 year city employee, retires today. Poppy Day drive led by 35 women under Mrs. Arthur R. Blunk set for May 25. Local attendees joined the Southeast Kansas Barbers and Beauty Operators Assn. meeting in Parsons. Senior High School band trophies on display at Wilson's Clothiers for national festival honors. Mrs. Craig Roberts and guests hosted at the Roberts home. Fire destroyed the Elmer Johnson home, with neighbors saving some items. Martin E. Johnson of Independence and Osa Leighty wed in Independence. Johnson once sailed with Jack London aboard the Snark.
In Washington the AP notes Khrushchev’s Paris display could precede a Soviet move to block Berlin. He demanded Western troop withdrawal and warned of separate East German peace terms. A land blockade risks airlift clashes and potential war, threatening Western alliance cohesion.
Bonn leader Konrad Adenauer, though absent in Paris, looms over the Paris Summit as Khrushchev presses for Berlin and disarmament. He warns that capitulation on Berlin would damage the United States and affect Asia, insisting Western firmness and coordinated talks are vital.
A dense listing of programs across KOAM KC TV and other stations with times from early morning to late night. Includes news Weather and special programs such as Wagon Train Perry Como This Is Your Life and Jack Paar Hour among many daytime and evening shows.
The article recalls how Adenauer met Charles de Gaulle in September 1958 and found him intelligent and farsighted. The two leaders, once at odds, forged a frank, enduring friendship that helped normalize Franco German relations despite earlier bitterness.
Mayor J. Lee Laptad spoke at the Olathe City Commission defending his record as County Attorney John J. Gardner warned of ouster proceedings if he did not resign by today. Gardner had previously issued an ultimatum after Laptad admitted buying a surplus city truck for 45 dollars and reselling it for 800 with a trade-in.
Tampa police launch special task force early Monday to monitor patriotism displays as red faces show public response to city celebrations.
Police inspector J L Powell cited a flag manufacturer list showing Monday as Armed Forces Day. He noted Armed Forces Day is not until next Saturday.
Thomas D. Young a 35 year old Wichita oil promoter surrendered to the sheriff and was freed on a 750 bond pending a preliminary hearing June 27 He indicated he will fight removal to California to face seven charges he violated that state's corporation code and a California fugitive warrant hangs over the case
In fall 1959 Young and Dr Eugene Wood of Fresno were accused of selling two fractional parts of a gold mine stake without California Corporation Commission permission and selling oil shares to five Californians without registration. Dr Wood was named among the oil-share buyers.
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