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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1963
Page
2
Kansas City livestock prices show steadiness for cattle and hogs with small gains for sows and barrows, while calves and feeders hold near prior levels. Sheep remain steady with values for lambs and ewes also reported. Chicago grain futures rise slightly in an active opening, wheat and oats up modestly, corn mixed, soybeans modestly higher then retreating.
U.S. hogs show varied grades with prices from 8.00 to 15.00 per cwt across weights and products. Cattle ranges include grain fed steers 22 to 24 dollars, heifers 21 to 23, calves 16 to 28, and stockers 16 to 28. Sheep and breeding stock also listed with steady trends. Kansas City AP notes consumer eggs and wholesale egg pricing as unchanged.
Chicago AP notes live poultry prices were mostly steady to 12 cents lower. Roasters traded at 23 to 24 cents per pound, special red white rock fryers 18.5 to 19.25, barred rock fryers 21, with a few heavy hens around 18 cents per pound.
Chicago AP notes butter remains unchanged while eggs show mixed movement from unchanged to a 2 1/2 cent drop. Grade A whites set at 70 percent or better quality with prices 37 for whites, 38 1/2 for mixes, 27 for mediums, 33 for standards, 30 for dir ties and 29 for checks.
Chicago market notes show no wheat or oats sales. Corn No 2 yellow 1.19 1/2-1.21 1/2, No 3 yellow 1.17 1/8-1.18 1/2, No 4 yellow 1.12 1/2-1.52. Soybeans No 4 yellow 2.72, sample grade yellow 2.72. Soybean oil 9.
Kansas City market prices show wheat with 18 cars unchanged to 4 high er. No 2 hard and dark hard 2.1942, No 3 2.1444-2.40'2, No 2 red 2.13'4-2.19'2, No 3 2.11%4-2.18'2. Corn 86 cars 2 lower to 4 higher, No 2 white 1.35, No 3 1.23-1.37, No 2 yellow and mixed 1.20%4-1.22 4, No 3 1.18'. Oats no cars nominally unchanged. No 2 white 69-78 No 3 67-77. Mile maize 1.90-1.97 Katfir 1.89-2.00. Rye 1.45-1.51. Barley 1.02-1.08. Soybeans 2.67 Bran 37.00-37.75 Shorts 39.50-40.25.
Wall Street showed a partial recovery in a scrambled market with heavy trading. Volume reached about 6.1 million shares, down from 6.41 million the prior day. Stocks moved in fractional gains and losses around a point as corporate bonds remained irregular and U S governments posted small gains.Closing stocks reported by AP.
Kansas State Fair Board President Elmer Mce Nabb said comments on the suspension of manager Don Wiggins will be withheld until an audit is completed. The auditor extends expects the check to finish early next week.
Real estate transfers include Gladys Mey Maley and Willard Horde to Hordes, three lots in Iola. Kieler to Masquelier for three lots in Gas. Oliphant to Lindy Ingroom for one lot in Iola. deeds involving Siefker, Large, Hay, Madsen, King, Cox, Queckboerner, Childers, Curtis, Lampley and others across townships 26-24-18 to 29-23-18 with highway deeds and probate mentions.
In Baltimore a resident attempted to sell a stack of Agatha Christie novels to a bookstore. The clerk snorted at the claim of the popular writer’s sales, noting Christie mysteries have sold 200 million copies while deriding one time flash-in-the-pan authors.
In Kansas City two bakers chased a robber after he grabbed a 12 year old girl customer at the Holsum Bakery Thrift Store. Bernard Leroy Albertson, 41, was held on robbery and child molestation charges. The girl Charlene Poore was unharmed and the loot of 41 dollars and 46 cents recovered.
In Parsons Kansas an anonymous caller warned of future arson after a minor basement fire at the municipal building, likely the act of an arsonist. City officials including Mary Keegan and Mildred Vance reported the voice resembled an older man, with Chief Ted Baze labeling the incident as arson. Police chief Frank Washburn called the caller a crank.
Hutchinson AP Keith Bowman pulled three catfish from Cow Creek when his dog Skippy grabbed the fishing hook and swallowed it. A veterinarian plans to decide after observing the dog for a day or so before possible operation.
Wichita AP report notes city maintenance crews erect street repair signs along north St Francis Street. The one way street carries traffic southbound, so most motorists view only the backs of these signs.
Mary Kay Dillinger, one day old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Loren Dillinger Eric, died Tuesday night at Labette County Medical Center in Parsons. Survivors include four sisters Shirley Debra Celia and Lorene, two brothers Danny and David, all at home. Maternal grandparents J. A. Dyke of Parsons and paternal grandparents Charles Dill of South Mound. Graveside service held today at East Hill Cemetery at 1 p.m. Rev. Wayne Newlin officiating. Pierce Funeral Home of Erie in charge.
Percy Robert Lewis 83 died Sunday in Winfield after years at the State Hospital and Training Center in Winfield where he worked in the laundry. Survived by sisters Mrs. A. B. Collins Humboldt and Mrs. L. H. Bunnel Carsbad N M and brother P P Lewis Garnett plus many nieces and nephews. Funeral and burial held in Winfield with P P Lewis and his son Russell Garnett and A B Collins in attendance.
Dr. C. F. Wentworth a 47 year old Coffeyville chiropractor died today from a head wound ruled a self inflicted. Police Capt Harold Soles said the wound appeared self harm after Wentworth telephoned his wife stating he would kill himself. She found him on the office floor with a .22 pistol nearby. Wentworth had practiced in Coffeyville since 1937 and had been in ill health.
In a 1943 Chanute Tribune column Ann Landers addresses family tension and miscommunication. A 17-year-old boy laments lack of parental conversation. a husband seeks budgeting boundaries. a mother reflects on overprotective parenting. Landers advises open dialogue, budget control, and professional help where needed.
News briefs recount Lloyd Lynch being bitten on the finger by a pet snapping turtle found last week. A doctor administered a tetanus shot after examination.
Mrs John King of 919 North Garfield entered Allen County Hospital in Iola as a patient on Monday.
Tuesday admissions include Mrs Verda Lesco Thayer for surgery and Josephine Casper Humboldt for medical care. Births note a boy to Mr and Mrs Robert Burns at 1017 North Garfield. Dismissals list Philip Jensen and Roy Matlock among others. A new patient John Billings arrives in Humboldt for medical care. Births also record a boy for Mr and Mrs Spencer Brandon at 716 North Steuben.
Mulvane Kansas residents rejected two bond proposals totaling 80,000 in a special election. The 46,000 police and fire station plan failed 418 to 169 and the 34,000 library project failed 423 to 163.
A concise consumer guide in an adv section explains how to shop safely and avoid scams. It highlights checking seller credibility, reading product details, and comparing prices before making purchases. It urges readers to seek verified reviews and preserve receipts for returns.
Guests of Mr. and Mrs. Les lie Talbot at 1729 S Central Sun day included their daughters and families from Wichita, Mr and Mrs Carl Moore, Mrs Wilbur Hizey, Ronny Richard and Paula, and Mr and Mrs Herschel Woolery with Dixie Lee from Thayer. The group celebrated the Talbots 53rd wedding anniversary.
The Union Valley PTA will hold a meeting at the school on Friday at 8 o clock. Pie and coffee will be served during the gathering.
Hutchinson voters approved a $345000 bond to improve municipal airport runways by a 3287 to 1943 margin. The federal government adds $225000 for a total project cost of $570000, with work expected to begin next spring.
Scout News Pack 3 Den 3 Cub Scouts met Tuesday afternoon with den mother Mrs Leo Cox at 124 S Garfield. Don Wilson led the flag salute. Achievements were checked. Jeff Willis presented a puppet show and a dress rehearsal was held for the pack skit. Refreshments were served by Willis. The living circle and pledge to Akela closed the meeting.
Chanute Tribune reports from Wednesday October 23 1963 with brief items including local council notes school developments and community announcements. Notable mentions cover civic events church notices and regional updates affecting Chanute and neighboring areas.
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