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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1956
Page
4
The piece argues against pledging state gasoline tax revenue to guarantee turnpike bonds. It warns it would funnel taxpayer funds to private profits and urges constitutional amendments to float state bonds repaid by future gas taxes rather than guarantees.
Pittsburg Sun notes southeastern Kansas pressure on Washington as Kansas lawmakers and Harry Darby push inquiries into defense plant placements in California and Oklahoma. The piece argues plants should avoid dense populations and favor areas aiding employment, urging sensible locations to shield the nation and support local economies.
A column surveys attitudes from farmers about soil bank programs and explains confusion among non farmers. It contrasts seining with barbed hooks, chores fading with shifting incentives, and ice cream making memories. It notes military attire changes and discipline, changing generational slang, toll highway bonds, shifting savings rates, and aging wrinkles seen in various items.
Neosho County figures released by County Clerk A R Stanley show Chanute at 9324 in 1931, down from 9623 in 1930, a 299 decline. County total falls 474 from last year as results reflect aging, migration, and economic effects.
A note to youths by E L Lawson outlines how future success hinges on knowing electronics missiles nuclear power and hi fi. It warns the average mind cannot grasp rapid advances such as guided missiles jet carrier aircraft submarines and radar developments shaping modern power and space eras.
A humorous dialogue sketch features a policeman predicting a driver’s speed, a lady defending her hat, a quip about optimism, and a classroom exchange on spelling chrysanthemum. The humor relies on quick wordplay and light social observation.
Washington columnist Drew Pearson outlines how Sam Rayburn leveraged loyalty and past rifts to shape Texas politics amid the state party meeting. The piece notes Rayburn’s long opposition to Gov. Shivers, Lyndon Johnson’s cautious approach, and behind the scenes efforts to influence delegation roles and convention alignments. The article highlights Rayburn’s aging influence and a vow to distrust those who break their word.
Ladd acted as worship leader for a program led by Mrs. Carl Pullman with help from Mrs. Clements and Mrs. Robert Holtz. Several local families and servicemen were mentioned visiting or traveling, including M-Sgt. Ralph Baxley and family, Captain Baker to England, and Elmer Bryant with Dr. G. W. Horns clan. Many relatives gathered for birthdays and family meals as others headed to Lawrence, Carlsbad, Missouri, or Little Rock for duties or visits.
Dr George W Crane urges frank, age appropriate sex education for children. He notes 3 year olds ask where they came from and that parents should answer simply with tummy or womb concepts, delaying deeper details until later. He cites examples and promotes a booklet on correct sex education for children.
Humboldt reports May meetings of the Women’s Missionary Society in members’ homes focusing on missions in India. Virginia circle hosted by Mrs A L Chaney saw 14 members with guests and gifts for departing members. Friday gatherings included the Ruby Wright circle with nine members and the Mary Martha circle with active hosting.
A fragmented list shows a daily television and morning program lineup across stations in Joplin and surrounding regions. It includes shows like Ding Dong School Garry Moore Show Arthur Godfrey and Love of Life with times ranging from 7:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with notes of News Markets Weather and Noontime in Joplin and films or specials listed intermittently.
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