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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1972
Page
2
The Chanute Mexican Fiesta now spans Thursday through Saturday with added street program and dancing. Organizers praise strong backing from businessmen and volunteers as costs rise, affirming the festival’s role in fostering good relations with Mexican American citizens and sustaining a valued community tradition.
A stalled Topeka project for a new Kansas Supreme Court building becomes a power struggle between the Capitol Area Plaza Authority and the state architect. The attorney general says the state architect must hire the designer, while the Plaza Authority can issue 100000 in notes. State Sen. Ross Doyen hints at possible court action to break the stalemate as costs top 8 million.
The piece argues media coverage amplifies terror by presenting fanatics as heroes, urging deeper public understanding before martyrdom. It notes conflicting expert theories on security gaps and cites the Miami Beach Republican convention as context for debates on crowd protection and sensational reporting.
The Warwick Wax Co will expand its Chanute plant gradually under new manager C B Wendeln. The operation extracts wax from crude oil for polishes, growing from under ten employees to between fifty and sixty. A man named F C Hayworth suffered brain concussion and facial abrasions from a wagon fall while loading hay. State and county governments collaborate on a Humboldt Iola road project, with bids advertised after a Topeka notice. An overhead duct will be built at the Santa Fe crossing near Iola.
Early Aug 23 arson destroyed the two story Madisonville TN Democrat offices targeting editor Dan Hicks Jr. who exposed county politicians and bootleggers. Despite multiple threats and violence including firebombing shootings and assaults, Hicks remains undeterred stating he will publish truth wherever needed.
East Tennessee editor Dan Hicks urges support to replace ruined equipment, aiming to raise 20009 dollars. Contributions can be sent to P O Box 8 Madisonville Tennessee 37354. Fidel Castro criticizes Chile's Allende saying the government lacks fear and is financially spent while CIA reports cite concerns over health and leadership.
The July FAA briefing lists 1500 advisories 2430 weather briefings 871 flight plans 168 planes serviced and 11 pilot examinations. Licenses went to Jerry Phillips Ruth Johnson and Wesley Williams with Tom Locke earning a multi engine rating. Charter flights operated to several states amid overall tensions. The piece then shifts to Chile where Castro criticizes Allende claiming the Chilean armed forces are anti Communist and noting UP leaders' dissatisfaction with his visit and a poor December farewell turnout.
AP reports famed TV chef Julia Child may stop public television cooking show after 13 weeks unless $85,000 more is raised. WGBH says Polaroid sponsorship ended, 45 to 50 firms declined, and PBS underwriter rules limit advertising.
The Kansas Heart Association names three finalists for the Heart of the Year award for 28th annual meeting in Wichita on September 22. Finalists are Owen Craig of Johnson County Maryland Galland of Muscatine and Charles Wright Johnston of Scandia.
A verse from Isaiah 6 8 depicts the prophet answering the divine call with Here am I send me. The brief address emphasizes readiness to serve and respond to God’s request for chosen messengers.
A 3-year-old boy fell from a moving car on I 75 in Cincinnati while riding with Patricia Stradlmen. He bounced 150 feet, rose and walked across two lanes to the median, with minor cuts and bruises. He was held for observation at Children’s Hospital.
Fredonia Drapery Co. made its first shipment last week to Star Craft of Independence. The sewing firm on the east side of the square began in June and is run by Max Cook and A D Wolfe. It will supply cushions and curtains to two recreation camper manufacturers, one in Independence and one in MacPherson. Jerry Kittrell of Neodesha manages the business. four women seamstresses are employed.
Channel listings preview upcoming shows including Ricardo Montalban in a crime plot and Peter Falk on a mountain expedition. Documentaries, westerns, and variety programs fill the week with long time neighbors, Wagon Train, High Chaparral and Love American Style among others.
On September 8, 1546 Spanish explorers founded St Augustine the first permanent European settlement in North America. Other events include Stuyvesant surrendering New Amsterdam in 1664 and Crimea war ending in 1855. Birthdays noted for Nguyen Cao Ky and Howard Dietz.
The U S House defeated the wheat promotion bill 235 to 122 after a referendum requirement was added. Opponents argued it would raise bakery costs while backers said the consumer would not bear the cost. The measure would have backed a national campaign for wheat use and research. Rep Keith G Sebelius urged approval calling it landmark legislation.
Rates listed for mail and carrier delivery in various regions. Includes Kansas tax details, period options from one month to one year, and specific local post office arrangements. Also notes Chanute boxholders and Chanute carrier service with advance tax payments and mentions AP membership.
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