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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1947
Page
4
The text condemns sensational or misleading statements, invites corrections brought to management, and bans advertising from promotion men unless prepaid or authorized. It notes Associated Press rights and exclusives, including dispatches and incal news, with republication restrictions.
Seven births reported at Fort Sill Station Hospital detail three boys and four girls. New arrivals include a boy to Capt and Mrs. George A Peed on March 22, a boy to T-5 Sgt and Mrs. Floyd A Alldredge on March 22, a girl to Cape and Mrs. John H Crage on March 24, a boy to Ind Lt and Mrs. Paul E Killpack on March 25, a girl to Sgt and Mrs. Glenn O Grif-f on March 25, a girl to Co and Mrs. Leroy Lynch on March 25, and a girl to 1st Lt and Mrs. Marion W Parks Jr on March 26.
Oscar H Norton aged 22 and Miss Eleanor Kirby 21, both of Fort St. Kenneth 4. Johnson 20 of Fort Sill and Doreen Lancaster 21 Lawton. Dennis Sanders 20 and Miss Mathella West 18, both of Fort Sil.
Three Comanche county youths Warrent Rhodes Moxon Dale Aah Chattanooga and Kenneth torn Cache Rhodea and Agh are enrolled in the 4 H club program. They will attend a two day sheep shearing school at Hydro City with Sunbeam corporation sponsoring. They will return to meet about 40 sheep producers at the courthouse Sunday at 1 50 pm to discuss wool marketing and shearing. Each sheep paid about 30 cents and the current wood crop value is estimated at 6000 to 7000 dollars.
Qualified candidates may file applications for the position of superintendent of custodial services at Fort Sill. Announcement issued by the Personnel Branch office invites eligible applicants to apply for federal employment.
Congressman Morris refuses Truman Greco Turkish aid plan urging focus on domestic issues. He cites history of war and argues cannot stop Communism by force, endorses supporting hungry abroad but not sending troops, and warns against abandoning the United Nations. He signs as Toby Morris MC. Wine note mentions Lacrima Christi from Mount Vesuvius grapes.
WSCS discussion centered on tithing of talents at the Methodist church on Wednesday. A new member, Mrs. Tom Howse enathte, joined. visitors included Mrs. Ann Weare and Mrs. Emma Wilson. Upcoming April meeting planned. Rev. and Mrs. M. A. Mulenbur and family have moved into the new Nazarene Mission parsonage west of town. Freshman class members visited Lawton for a photo event with sponsor Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Reeves and numerous attendees.
Voter thanks note from a 1947 primary winner expresses appreciation for support in the March 18 vote, thanks opponents for patience, boasts of accomplishments, notes interest in the storm sewer project, and offers continued service to the next officeholder.
Mr and Mrs Lida and their daughter, formerly of Lawton, moved into Rev Mulenburg's vacated home. Miss Julia Beach from Bit City visited en route to Lawton for a Methodist study course. Mr Risinger visited Ohlo Rialinger at Paula Valley hospital and Odie will return home soon. Bill Barnes of Lawton spent Monday with Mrs John Barnes. Mr and Mrs Donald Sullivan of During Texas visited Mrs Lala Cox. Mrs Claud Risinger and daughter recently returned from the hospital. Miss Marie Ritter and Miss Bannie Ritter made a business trip to Snyder Monday. Cecil Adams is confined at home with influenza. Mr and Mrs John Neal of Fort Worth and Mrs H C Nelson of Altus spent last weekend with Mr and Mrs C M Neal. Jim Taylor of Pletcher visited Fate Taylor and Fate Taylor and E R McDgiald were guests there.
Boost vitality with SSS Tonic claiming to correct low blood strength from non organic anemia. Advertises powerful activating ingredients and improved digestion to curb gas and sour taste. Promotes better sleep, work, and skin with regular use. claims millions sold and available at drug stores.
Mr. and Mrs. Milton Worley and their son visited Mrs. Leah Worley Tuesday evening at her home in Fletcher.
The Army Ground Forces Airplane Pilot Course at Fort Stucdent is underway under the Department of Air Training Artilery School. The class includes Capt. James C. Bowen 2nd Lt Calvin A. Carpenter Lt Robert Cunningham Lt Fred M. Ericson Lt Joseph Hy Ulratan and Capt.
Four named officers William A. Howell Captain Robert A. Mason Lt Col Robert B. Neely and Lt Cal James F. Weils appear in a memorial roll call listing, honoring their service and sacrifice in the armed forces. The record notes their ranks and affiliations within the unit.
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