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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1964
Page
5
New York AP columnist HAL Boyle offers quirky mail answers on quitting smoking with soap bubbles and trivia about the blue whale. He notes the whale’s size and oil yield while hinting at curious reader questions and common curiosities from his mailbox.
Humboldt Teachers Association held an October meeting at the elementary school with president Mrs. Everette Stange presiding. L. T Cannon spoke on Kansas Constitution amendments for the upcoming election. Reports came from delegates to a Pittsburg area teachers workshop. Band Day at Emporia State College featured the Humboldt band. Local anniversaries and family events marked a week of birthdays and four generation celebrations. Legion events, auxiliary activities, and Trail Riders dinner attendance were noted along with hospital gift shop requests and local obituaries. Various social and civic updates closed the report.
Kansas farmers have more than tripled fertilizer use in four years. Kansas State University extension director Dr. Harold E. Jones said the trend shows farmers believe fertilizer boosts both quantity and quality of crops. In 1963-64 Kansas used over 610000 tons of fertilizer. Jones noted K State research and education programs highlight the link between plant nutrients and efficient production. Scotland Yard's cable address is Handcuffs, London.
Local advertisement urges hiring Jake C. Byers for concrete and masonry services. Includes duties such as foundation work, sidewalks, steps, driveways, and repairs. Notes emphasis on quality workmanship and reliable timelines. Availability listed with contact options.
About $110 was raised in the Boy Scout fund drive last week in Erie. Kayettes led by Mrs. Virgil Moody collected contributions, with Scout mothers driving the cars. L. R. Rogers served as Scout finance chairman. The report also lists local social events and visits, including a birthday dinner for Mrs. Mahlon Edwards and Mrs. Susie Walker, and numerous family gatherings.
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