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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1959
Page
4
Three high school students judged by a student court for hall rowdyism are ordered to write 1500 words each. The experiment in teenage jurisprudence tests maturity and self discipline, with observers hopeful about its value.
A brief devotional note highlights Psalm 64 verse 5 praising blessed strength found in God. It emphasizes the heart aligned with divine paths and steadfast reliance on faith.
A local fellow jokes he quit lying because his memory failed. The quip appears in clips and quips from Moran Sentinel, reflecting a humorous reaction to aging and recall.
The Tribune surveys citizens on policing gaps noting unseen violations and the meter maid patrols. Questions arise about arrest powers and whether officers would act if vigilance were sharper. Citizens respond with concern over how efficiency and intelligence tests could improve enforcement.
The piece surveys varied topics with ironic humor including walking on water, butter writings, tree strip tease, a church bishop's secretary from the Pentagon era, Kansas State journalism hires, PhD barbs in newspapers, Khrushchev and Jack Paar, Averill Harriman on capitalism, Du Pont GM stake value, and a satire about heaven choir fears.
Washington dispatch notes the Pentagon's conclusion that the Soviet Union may launch the first human into space before President Eisenhower's visit to Russia. It cites dog-return tests, private warnings, and a delaying moon shot as factors in the space race context.
A satirical column notes the mattress has no known father, cites Roman use, and parodies aging trends. It surveys figures on aging, eye wear, excessive eyeglasses, university costs, and quirky observations from Polly Bergen to Pope John XXIII, ending with classic lines on cooking and beauty.
Humboldt Ruby Wright circle of the Women's Missionary Society met with Mrs. Albert Middendorf to discuss a new altar cloth and daily devotions for Allen County Hospital. Special offering was taken for Sunset Home. Washington PTA met at Washington School with plans for a November 21 carnival and Dr. Edwin Cathers spoke on school testing and vision.
The Chanute Tribune 13 158 Chanute Kansas lists staff names and roles including editor publisher and department managers. It notes publication schedule evenings except Sunday and provides subscription rates for Neosho Allen Wilson and Woodson counties with yearly and half year options.
Channel guide lists 6:30 p.m. Name That Tune and 7:00 p.m. The Texan among prime time shows, with Father Knows Best and Tales of Wells Fargo later. Late night includes The Steve Allen Show and June Allyson Show. next day covers Continental Classroom and Love Lucy among others on WDAF TV Channel 4.
Ford and Una Van Nice returned home Sunday. David Van Nice Jr. fractured his right leg and is in a cast. Mrs. Eulalia Barnett left for Burbank California after visiting Humboldt relatives and attending Rebekah Lodge and WSCS meetings. Paul Finney spent Saturday in Kansas City. Ronald Scott Crawford born October 14 to Joseph and Crawford families in Huntsville Alabama. Lyle Clum elected fourth vice president of the Kansas Baptist Convention. Humboldt church members attended the convention at Hutchinson. reverend and Mrs Mason and Mr. and Mrs. Solomon also present.
AP reports US Army and German forces observed memorial services for Field Marshal Erwin Rommel. Other items include Typhoon Charlotte near Tokyo, a child welfare tragedy in East Germany, U S Morocco base talks, and AEC chief McCone on US Soviet nuclear cooperation after a Moscow visit.
A study by the Foundation for Management Research notes leasing auto fleets grows as firms seek to free working capital and offset rising costs. It cites Wheels Inc. data showing average mileage payments and total yearly costs, with leasing often cheaper past certain miles and rates.
At Versailles AP reports the idea of equal secret sharing and a first step of 10 month personnel exchanges between the United States and the Soviet Union. In a separate case apprentice postman Robert Melet, 26, received a suspended three month sentence for dumping part of his load into sewers after claiming fatigue.
A historic Q and A explains using glycerine or vinegar instead of water to slow plaster hardening by 20 to 30 minutes, adjusting liquid amount to match work time. It also advises rubbing varnished woodwork ink stains with a cloth dipped in equal vinegar and linseed oil. Texas reportedly has 555 hospitals, more than any other state.
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