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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1971
Page
2
A Kansas columnist weighs Attica's prison siege and argues justice fails under the current system while warning of future revolts. The piece questions punishment as policy and extends the call for disclosure to bishops, urging broader scrutiny of abortion providers and priests. The critique ends with a pointed side question about Catholic confessions.
AP reports that Selective Service officials estimate about 500000 graduates with expired educational deferments could be drafted if needed. Officials say the pool might sustain the draft for up to three years using about 1.5 million college students still in school, while the Nixon administration weighs extending the draft despite political costs.
The Chanute Mexican population kicks off a colorful fiesta Sunday with music and enchiladas marking Mexico’s independence from Spain. The piece notes Little Mexico’s festive atmosphere and local cultural events.
NBC and CBS fight ABCs top shows on Tuesday with Cannon and Ironside facing off against Marcus Welby M D Hawaii Five O Sarge and NBCs Funny Side The reviews note Cannon as strongest challenger with a premiere featuring a gun battle and the hunter pursued by the hunted NBC reshapes Ironside into a two character bundle with Sarge while Funny Side debuts with health centered sketches and buoyant performances
A reflective piece on a child’s new Schwinn bicycle bringing pure joy to ownership. The writer contrasts the delight of a first bike with the added pride a solid kick stand provides, enabling graceful mounting and dismounting and avoiding falls.
WASHINGTON reports IRS secretly granted a $15.8 million tax break to shoe merchants via suspended prosecutions. Documents show 1,897 cases halted under orders from Assistant Commissioner D. W. Bacon, with total revenue loss and potential broader industry leniency feared to exceed $100 million across taxpayers.
The article reports that IRS actions to split firms into separate corporations to lower taxes were suspended from January 21 1971 and April 30 1971 delaying prosecutions. It notes prior cases like Mare's Big Boy Prospect Inc and hints at broader industry impact while discussing internal memos and field audits. It also mentions Army facsimile editions of Stars and Stripes and Yank purchased for posts worldwide amid library budget strains.
On Sept 15, 1949 Konrad Adenauer became West Germany’s first chancellor. The date marks military and political milestones including Pulaski’s 1777 commission, the 1789 State Department rename, Seoul and Stalingrad battles, Khrushchev’s 1959 visit, and space and aviation events through 1970s.
Verse from Second Corinthians 5 17 proclaims new creation in Christ. Classified display ads require early placement by 9 30 a m on weekdays or 9 a m Saturdays with the display by noon the prior day. Dial 431 4100 for details and deadlines.
TV guide highlights primetime lineup with Eddie's Father in its third season and Shirley MacLaine in Shirley's World. Other series include Man and the City, Dr Simon Locke, and Hogan's Heroes. Late night movies feature Desire Under the Elms and Reluctant Astronaut with talk shows Merv Griffin Cavett and Carson listed.
Tribune's Monday TV log lists Chan 5 16 7 9 1 12 13 channels with programs from 4 pm to midnight. Featuring high profile shows like The Virgin Queen Harper Longstreet and The Tonight Show alongside local sports and news.
Columbia University public health reports a national survey of 1,701 youths aged 12 to 17 finds marijuana users are less likely to be cigarette smokers. Among those who used marijuana 10 times or fewer, 83 percent smoke cigarettes, while 60 or more uses correspond to 64 percent cigarette use.
Baker University students will perform Count Me In an ecological musical at the 10 45 a m service at First United Methodist Church The piece uses song dialogue and 10 second news bulletins to highlight youth involvement in church environment and national affairs.
Subscription rates for Neosho Allen Wilson and Woodson counties vary by term and location with taxes. Rates include Kansas tax and applicable delivery options. Chanute Post Office Boxholders have specific prices and Chanute carrier service is available. The paper is a member of the Audit Bureau of Circulations and Associated Press content is exclusive for republication.
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