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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1972
Page
2
An Air Force sergeant, David Lee Jones, aboard a Wichita flight asked a stewardess where hijackers sit and allegedly stated he would hijack the plane to Cuba. He was removed by FBI agents and charged with making false statements about aircraft conspiracy.
A weekend of Lay Witness Mission events at First Presbyterian and Otterbein United Methodist churches in Chanute invites all residents. Lay volunteers share how Jesus changed their lives, promising joy and lasting influence from Friday evening through Sunday morning and encouraging attendance for all ages and backgrounds.
A heartfelt thanks is offered to everyone who contributed or purchased food at the Artists Alley booth. Donors from Benedict brought pies and cakes, helping Love Inc. provide opportunities for kids to learn and express themselves.
A light column recalls marital strains through humorous true stories. A husband admits infidelity, sparking silence and a later quip at work. Another tale features a divorce settlement over a kitchen range and a twice paid for stove delivering a perfect steak.
AP reports two violence centered TV dramas debuting for the 1972 regular season. NBC airs The Jets vs the Bills and CBS features The Giants vs the Lions with live Detroit broadcast and rapid action. Ratings favor Jets and Lions, while commentary notes pacing and humor about viewer habits.
On this date several historical events are noted including West Germany's creation in 1949 and the first naval battle of the American Revolution on Lake Champlain in 1776. Other items mention France's monarchy abolition in 1972 and Duryea's gasoline car in 1893. Tenants include Beulah damage in Texas and North Vietnam raids.
Washington reports that the FAA developed a high frequency "Operation Zeke" ray to knock out hijackers aboard aircraft. The plan, tested as a two-box cockpit doorway setup, aimed to subdue hijackers without killing them but was dropped after internal debate and never used.
Report discusses abandoned Operation Zeke as FAA capacity doubts grow. It notes Palestinian guerrilla activity in Lebanon, heroin and hashish smuggling routes to America, and CIA highlights of refugee camps, with US pressure on Lebanese authorities and a controversial call to expose Lebanon publicly.
In a 600 word policy statement the British minister of state warned the United Nations that persistent Soviet pressure could bring down the fragile world peace and bring hideous consequences. A separate note recalls a 1922 item about a Hutchinson state fair arrival of 18 horses for upcoming races.
TV channels release advance schedules making last minute substitutions unlikely. Prime slots feature The Waltons The Mod Squad Ironside The Professionals and Bobby Sherman guest stars in The Mod Squad with additional late night films and talk shows.
TV guide style listing for Friday September 22 across KCMO KUHI KOAM KMBC KTWU KODE WIBW KTEW Chanute WDAF with prime time line up including The Parent Game Hollywood Squares The Partridge Family The Brady Bunch and news weather and late night shows. Includes multiple channels and time slots from 6 pm to 2:15 am.
Bible verse promises that no man will stand against you all your life as God was with Moses. The passage emphasizes divine presence and faithfulness, assuring support and endurance through challenges.
A brief public instruction directs readers to contact their Tribune carrier and, if unavailable, dial 431-3400 at 5 30 p m for assistance.
The notices list subscription prices for various regions including trade territory and Chanute options. It covers yearly and short-term terms with tax details and delivery methods. The paper notes AP usage rights and local publication affiliations.
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