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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1963
Page
4
Editorial argues that Chanute will remain in electric service permanently after purchasing two new generating units. It criticizes past pricing as for-profit, not cost-based, and warns the move sustains local prosperity while favoring a few wealthy residents over broader public benefit.
More Power property owners and non residents own real estate. The unexpected purchase signals a challenge to the planning commission, which is supposed to advise city officials. KG&E officials were to present a December offer, while the governing body moves ahead, with revenue bonds financing over half a million dollars for new equipment to be paid by Chanute with interest.
A fragile social column notes the paradoxes of life with sharp remarks on warmth, status, and holidays. It recalls an Independence Missouri mother of three who learns she is about to give birth, suggesting rapid, near-instant pregnancy trends and a looming federal plan.
The piece lampoons a nine member congressional junket to Paris with five freeloaders including a dining head waiter. It calls out lavish perks and mocks Thanksgiving’s decline while blaming television for shorter political speeches, noting a chilling effect on public life.
Tribune notes from Chanute include Christmas savings totaling about 55000 for roughly 1000 members with an average of 55 each, plans for a district WPA warehouse at the Heminger building 11 N Central, and a 9 pound daughter Carol Lynn born to Mr. and Mrs. R B Lindquist. Also mentions Chanute Country club event and visits to Chicago and nearby towns.
A religious verse from Ezekiel 11 20 urges followers to walk in statutes and ordinances so they become God’s people and He becomes their God. The line emphasizes covenant fidelity and obedience within biblical teaching.
Washington columnist recounts President Betancourt shielding John F. Kennedy during visits to Caracas amid Castro communist threats. Describes remote control assassination attempt on Betancourt, his guards with Tommy guns, upcoming Venezuelan elections, and candidates Raul Leoni Jovita Villalba and Rafael Caldera plus Admiral Larrazabal’s run with Popular Democratic Force.
Reader questions on how drugs and alcohol affect heart disease and fatigue. Dr Molner explains that individual tolerance varies and that combining several meds with alcohol can deepen fatigue. gradual downscaling under medical supervision is advised. He also addresses acne guidance, home wart treatment cautions, cabbage juice for ulcers, and wart removal prospects for children, stressing professional advice and safe care.
Readers are invited to obtain the booklet The Way To Stop Constipation by writing to Dr. Molner in care of this newspaper. Include a long self addressed stamped envelope and 20 cents to cover printing and handling.
Erie social news lists Thanksgiving visitors including Mr and Mrs Fred George and family from Wichita along with Mr and Mrs Charles Malson from Great Bend and others. It also covers weekend visits by Lawrence Watkins and Ralph Hewitt in Clinton Oklahoma, church and club gatherings, Camp Fire and Blue Bird activities, and a correction noting City Clerk Harvey Steele’s 82 years of service was misstated as 14.
Leoni appears poised to win as voters participate in a Western Hemisphere democracy tribute despite Castro efforts. Perez Jimenez, Venezuelan dictator, faces trial for robbing the treasury and seeks to sue Eisenhower and Kennedy over campaign funds. Kennedy had sent Jimenez home for trial.
In the probate court of Neosho County Kansas Hazel Lindquist administratrix petitions for final settlement and heir determination with attorney fees and expenses. Defenses due by December 23 1963 at 10 00 A M in Erie Kansas. failure may yield judgment. Also notice of appointment of executors for the Howard H Nutt estate dated November 7 1963 with nine month claims period for creditors William W Nutt and Golda Nutt named executors with Guy Lamer attorney.
The log lists broadcast times for KOAM and channel 12 and 7 shows on Monday December 4. Programs include What's My Line News Channing Dupont Show Highway Patrol and late night news, with 0:00 p.m slots and 10:15 p.m. listings.
Cairo AP reports 140 camels that guide tourists around the pyramids and Sphinx have gone on strike. Camel owners protest new rules requiring licenses, capping rides at 35 cents, and banning tips. Drivers demand repeal and fares raised to one dollar per hour.
The Jolly-Go-Getters 4-H Club at Odense school met on November 18 to plan a Christmas box for a needy family. Nancy Rice appointed committees to select the Christmas tree and decorations. A pot-luck supper and a gift exchange will follow.
At Erie High School on November 20 an officer and leader training conference and 4 H Council meeting were held, reported by county agent Bill Dickson. County Club Days were set for March 7 and 14, with Regionals at Columbus on March 21, and a new set of seal requirements was accepted by the council.
Chanute Tribune published evenings except Sunday from Chanute Kansas by Chanute Publishing Company. Dwight McCreight publisher. Listed department managers and staff. Subscription rates shown for Neosha Allen Wilson Woodson counties and Kansas outside four counties with yearly and monthly options. AP news dispatches and local news rights noted.
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