[Chad Hauris]

The way I discharge the anode is to take a meter probe lead and connect the end that would plug into the meter to an alligator clip lead. Connect the clip lead to the CRT grounding spring or degaussing shield if there is a ground connection point there. Then stick the meter probe under the anode cover till a spark is heard. You can then push the anode cap connector to one side to release the spring clip.

Also...you can use a little screwdriver firmly connected to an alligator clip lead and do the same way. Just be sure the tool has a firm ground connection to the crt degaussing shield or grounding spring and an insulated handle. I prefer the meter lead method.

And you should re-discharge the CRT before you re-connect the anode lead as the charge can reacuumulate after the first discharge.

The points near the cap that you are refering to appear to be connection points that wires would connect to underneath the board.

How much functionality do you have with the set now? Is there any sound? Do you get lines with the service switch turned to service?
Do any of the tubes light?