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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1956
Page
4
Senator Jim Porter of Topeka urges a study to streamline motor license tag sales to reduce long lines at county treasurers. With a November voter amendment on tax and license timing, research would guide implementing relief for congested lines and efficient tag issuance.
The state board of education weighs restoring four years of compulsory English in high schools. The author recalls earlier grammar instruction and argues that curtailment years ago harmed reading and speaking skills, suggesting past cutbacks were likely for budgets or electives and urging action with public support.
A satirical column by J P H critiques war talks church divisions and social quirks. It notes Army Air Force Navy jokes about service roles a mismeasured earth race track bets and college fashion like pantie raids. It ends with a question on workman’s compensation for pneumonia during coffee breaks.
A brief exchange notes there is no danger in riding subways with a witty Native remark about Brooklyn. The visitor and Native discuss transit setting and a husband’s reaction to his wife’s new hat.
A humorous exchange unfolds as a wife mocks a neighbor who bought a similar item. The husband questions the objection, noting the neighbor is pleasant. The wife quips about common desires among women for a tall, dark, and handsome partner.
Chanute officer Jack Mull found a five leaf clover on the Memorial Building terrace while walking to work and claims double luck. Local notes report a Fire loss of about 100 chicks at Prairie Queen when a brooder house burned last week. Five Chanute gunners competed in the Kansas state championship trapshoot in Hutchinson with scores by Gardner 90 Jensen 83 Pearce 87 Pearce Jr 85 Mullen 87.
Essayist E Lawson May laments the possible disappearance of circuses as Clyde Beatty folds and Ringling Bros. faces star departures. He argues adults may miss live shows less than children, noting harsh tents and crowded rings, yet suggests the culture may endure despite closures.
President Eisenhower's Panama meeting with Latin American leaders is hailed as a smart diplomatic move. The plan, dating to early May, aimed to secure quick, broad backing and could reshape US Latin America relations while highlighting Africa and Asia as competition for tropical export markets. The piece notes Dulles and press conferences, contrasts briefing styles, and hints at immigration-service travel used for political aims.
Percy J., a 15 year old, seeks masculine methods after his adviser notes feminine ways. Dr. Crane prescribes boxing, track participation, and vocal training to build confidence and masculine poise. Six months later Percy joins the varsity track team, handles a large newspaper route, and narrows his voice with choir training.
Pope Pius XII lauded the Fulbright program as balancing spiritual and material aims. He greeted 86 American professors researchers students and families in a special audience at the Vatican. The program funds study abroad via surplus war material sales. The Pope appeared vigorous and spirited. children accompanied attendees.
In Kansas City Kansas, landowner Mrs. Maxine Moore faced total appeal costs near 9000 dollars after a district court jury trimmed the Turnpike right of way award from 21500 to 12790 for 22.88 acres. Both Moore and the turnpike authority appealed the initial appraisal.
Consolidated with The Daily Timesset. Chanute Kansas advertising and publishing staff listed. Rates shown for Neosho Allen Wilson and Woodson counties by mail options including monthly three months six months and yearly pricing.
Prices fall across Kansas City as major brands drop to 20.9 cents per gallon for regular and 22.9 for premium. Independents match with 19.9 and 21.9 cents in city and suburb readings. A N Hudson, partner in an independent distributor, says the skirmish began after trading stamps appeared at some stations, eroding margins.
Mrs. Robert I. C Prout of Wakefield Michigan was elected president of the General Federation of Women's Clubs. She urged the 1 million club women to focus on education and religion to address the group’s troubles and promote broader engagement.
On May 18, 1956, a two year term speech urged state federations to sponsor annual institutes with state universities. She promotes a comparative study of world religions to foster better understanding and urges member clubs to pursue it as a major goal.
A two year study proposal allocates 250000 dollars to assess potential dangers of atomic radiation on current and future generations. The plan aims to yield findings guiding public health and safety measures.
On Memorial Day May 30 the wreath of the President of the United States will be placed in the Cathedral of the Pines before the Altar of the Nation dedicated to God as a memorial for all American war dead. President Eisenhower joins with the governors of all 48 states and national leaders in the tribute.
Baldwin Ledger has been sold to D. D. Richards Jr. of Omaha by Frank Cherry Leitaker. Richards, 33, has worked on newspapers in Garnett Kansas City and Omaha and is a Baker University and University of Missouri journalism graduate.
The Rockefeller Foundation has awarded funds for atomic study in New York. The grant supports research initiatives and institutional projects aimed at advancing nuclear science and related applications.
A dense TV guide page lists programs across networks with times from evening to late night. Highlights include Federal Men, Crusader, Cavalcade of Sports Robinson versus Olson, Truth or Consequences, and a long Saturday lineup featuring Captain Kangaroo, Pinky Lee, Mighty Mouse, Tales of Texas Rangers, Gunsmoke era westerns, and various variety and sports programs.
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