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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1971
Page
2
Editorial notes Nixon as leader in U.S. auto sales while warnings about his 10 percent import surcharge and calls to repeal the 7 percent U.S. auto excise tax. The piece warns retaliation from nations like France and warns of broader balance of payments trouble and temporary cheer.
Foreign trade is not controlled by one nation though powerful. Reactions to import restrictions show a wait and see attitude as governments face economic problems. Japan already feels shock waves while foreign buyers remain major U S customers.
Kansas Democrat Party Chairman Norbert Dreiling hints Governor Docking may pursue a 1972 bid in Washington. Dreiling cites rival Senator James Pearson’s comment about facing eastern money, while observers question unions' role in funding and Docking’s unfinished Topeka agenda amid Ark City bank maneuvers.
Senator Harold Hughes urged major changes to the criminal justice system during a hearing by a Democratic Policy Council panel. He argued reforms must address crime, prisons, drugs, and the broader social and economic contexts shaping law and punishment. Barbara J Bussart pleaded guilty to embezzling 24000 dollars from Kansas State University Endowment Fund in Manhattan Kansas.
Riley County District Judge Lewis MecLaughlan ordered a pre sentence investigation and set Nov 5 for sentencing.
U S Attorney General John Mitchell questions public appetite for legalizing gambling and liquor. He cites corruption risks to public officers and notes Missouri and Kansas voters already opposed liquor by the drink and parimutuel betting. He argues wiretaps reduce illegal gambling and cites crime-control statistics.
Attorney General Mitchell raises a pertinent question as Jersey City faces corruption charges against political leaders including the mayor. He condemns organized crime and argues reform depends on purging corruption from public life to enable social progress and effective programs.
AP's Cynthia Lowry notes FCC rules to restore local shows are not boosting quality. Independent producers provide most early evening fare with mixed success and a viewer drop of seven percent. Highlights include Story Theatre and The David Frost Revue. dreary picks like Primus and Monte Nash temper the slate.
Washington column reports families of U S war prisoners accuse the Nixon administration of exploiting their plight for political gain. The piece suggests Nixon frets over POWs as Vietnam draws down, hoping Hanoi will release prisoners to ease domestic tensions before 1972.
Nixon seeks to end the Vietnam War while preserving a residual force to aid South Vietnam and pressure Hanoi to release POWs. The National League of Families, organized with Defense and Pentagon backing, faces internal rifts, leadership shifts, and alleged White House influence over its deliberations and convention.
The notice lists subscription options by mail and carrier in various territories including Neosho, Allen, Wilson, Woodson, and Chanute areas with different terms for one year six months three months and monthly plans. It also notes sales tax figures and AP rights.
Prime time features Carol Burnett with Diahann Carroll and Tim Conway in a comedy parade about a singles dance and spoof. Other programs include It s The Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown and Hogan s Heroes with late night movies and classic reruns across channels.
The Kansas City area television guide lists Thursday evening lineups across stations KUHI-TV KOAM KMBC WDAF and others with programs from 6:00 PM through 12:30 AM. Highlights include High Chaparral, The Great Charlie Brown, The Comedians, Birdbath, Longstreet, The Rifleman, and Tonight Show plus news and weather segments.
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Tribune reports its 1946 move to 13-15 Highland, first relocation in 43 years, from North Lincoln to the former Elks building remodeled for efficiency across all departments. No unemployment concerns cited. local U S Employment Service notes job availability for qualified workers. Fifty years ago in 1921 a junior high carnival raises funds for band instruments.
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