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Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Apr 02, 1948

Page

2

State Fellowship Rally Begins Tonight in Lawton

Oklahoma Pilgrim Fellowship rally brings congregational churches from Okin regions to Lawton for a three day event led by Dan Tyson of Nebrasta council. The program includes addresses at 6 50 pm and 11 am with sessions aimed at guiding Christian youth and a Holy City trip after lunch. Local hosts include Rev Tassel and Archie Sexton with Helen Sellers directing.

Ates Okinwill Inm Lawton Oklahoma Pilgrim Fellowship Dan Tyson Nebrasta Council United Youth Movement Hamnger First Congregational Church Nest Tassel Archie Sexton Helen Sellers Ringer Albertis Montromer Oklahoma City Filgerm Holy City Jimmie Joe Gigoux Universof Oklahoma For Christian Youth Mtr Tyson Okarche

House Votes Continues Ahead of Midnight Deadline

House votes continue from a previous session as conferees work 15 minutes before the deadline. Approval by both chambers will send the measure to President Truman ahead of the timetable set by congressional leaders.

Fisuse Passere Trum A Fallek

School and Community Notes From Local Events Across Town

Members continued from page one as basses marched in the Cameron rodeo parade and will appear in the Army Day parade next Tuesday. The 109-pi has made nine appearances to date including seven regular performances. New uniforms for sewer twirlers Majer and the drum majorette were revealed and used for the first time at Waurika. Cardine Publishing Cavans elected a Junior MigM seriool assembly property this week when Mr Aurtan presented a new bicycle to Ro Fortess. Young Bob ranked as the second best salesman, earning 242. Ir w accepting the award, the emul gxrader praised the community support. Other students in the feigh assembly program included Corne Ghe Kidwell, Marzie Brandon, Ava Bil prey, Joanna Greene, Johnni¢ oO Neat Mary Ann Gonde, Mary Lois Shorr, Wayne Kniffen, Nanetta , Darlene Knight, Thelma Scale, and Margaret Swett.

Bassas Cameron 109-Pi Arances Dim Majer Waurika Afrman E Oartine Publishing Cavans Iia Seriool Marzie Brandon Ava Bilprey Joanna Greene Johnni¢ Oo Mary Ann Gonde Mary Lois Shorr Wayne Kniffen Nanetta Darlene Knight Thelma Scale Margaret Swett

Markets Notes: Butter Livestock and Commodities Mixed

Chicago butter markets show unsettled prices with lower quotes. Oklahoma City livestock reports mixed results with cattle and hog markets mostly steady to higher for the week, while New York cotton and stocks list varied changes across many firms and commodities.

Chicago C Bos Oklahoma City

Cast Sought for Long Lake Pageant Continues

Casting is underway with roles listed for horsemen soldiers priests sisters youths children and various groups including nine women and disciples. Buses will depart from the Chamber of Commerce on Cortise Third and Cat for Sunday filming, with scenes planned for Before the Triumphal Entry Healing of Bar Timascus Healing the Sick Gun and The Farewell to Mary.

of. Cortise C.at Bartimacus Mary

Wallock Tag Day Proclaimed in Lawton Oklahoma

Tag Day continues with support from the Lawton business and women’s clubs. Mayor George L Hutchins proclaims Saturday April 2 1948 as Wallock Tag Day urging citizens to observe with gratitude and goodwill in aid of Reverend Wallock’s fund.

Huse Wallock Lawton Lake George L George A Hutchins

Post To Show at Fort Sill Parade Continues

The 96th FA Bay display on the southwest court corner will feature a counter mortar radar unit to backtrack enemy fire. M-Sgt. John Lave leads Bhrysseoth FA with Lt. Robert C. Dart in charge of setup. participating units include 18th FA Bn as color battalion, 860th PA Bn, and 6th Army FA Bn under Col. Andrew P. O'Meara. Parade routes depart Fort Sill then proceed along G avenue to the reviewing stand.

96Th FA Court Houde Iawn John Lave Bhrysseoth FA Anne ‘Tield Skitchen Seth FA Pat Robert C. Dart Lawland Arado Ard 38Th Inf. Regt Sid. Ra“ Chan Ath Army Band 18Th FA 6Th Army Andrew P. O'Meara Fort Sill G Avenue Highth Second D Avenue Fort Sul Fort Si Boulevard

COFC Fetes Youth Champion Wilcoxson at Tulsa Event

Krisher praised Young Wilcoxson for his 4-H livestock championship with support from family. The county agent stressed that family cooperation is key to 4-H success. Yang Wilsonson spoke modestly about his victory, noting the Tulsa win as a personal highlight. Lewton businessmen groups were thanked for backing youth work as 4-H goals were outlined.

Yang Wilsonson Tulsa Lewton Goaala

Lawton LHS FFA chapter praised for leadership and success

Chamber members lauded Lawton High School officials and teachers for developing rural leadership and high type men. FFA advisor Mr Bicket highlighted outstanding members like Fiusvel John and Kenneth Beatty, noting the chapter's national standing, 12 junior masters in five years, and extensive show success with over 7,000 dollars in cash prizes and multiple championships.

Hugh Bish Lawton John Shoemaker Marvin Bicket Chamber LHS Future Farmers, of America Bicket Fiusvel John Kenneth Beatty Wayne Simms FPA Darrell Moody Alton Cox FFA

Levy Slash Debate Faces Public Tax Bill Clash

President Truman opposes H R 4700 tax bill, arguing it would fuel inflation and worsen finances. Hill’s plan trims taxes for the wealthy, claiming nearly 40 percent of relief goes to those earning over $5,000 annually while slashing estate and gift taxes for about 12,000 families. Truman warns the policy risks national strength and calls for veto despite congress’s $5 billion estimate.

the Hill Congress Truman

British Float No Evacuation of Dependents Rumor Denied

General Clay dismissed rumors amid Berlin evacuation questions. He noted no requests from dependents to leave, as 20 C-176s flew from Frankfurt carrying 54,000 pounds of food to Berlin. Army officials said rationing could begin for scarce items due to tight supplies.

Clay Berlin Coord Berelin Franksfort

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