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Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Apr 09, 1954

Page

19

Lawton Oklahoma Announces Pavement Contract Bids

The City of Lawton Oklahoma invites bids for six inch Portland cement concrete pavement and related works. D Henry Jones Consulting Engineer prepares blanks. bids must include performance bonds and timelines. The mayor and city reserve right to reject any bid or award the contract.

Lanton Oklahoma Lawton Homa D. Henry Jones Caneens Street D. L. Shelton

Canada Probes Worst Aviation Disaster in New Era

Canada launches an official inquiry into its deadliest commercial crash the collision of a Trans-Canada Airlines North Star and a light military trainer in Moose Jaw Saskatchewan. Seventy seven involved died including MP Rodney Adamson bush pilot Pat Reid and Vancouver oil executive George Sweny. The North Star struck near a school and a garage served as a temporary morgue as authorities pursue full details.

Moose Jaw Sask Trans-Canada Airlines North Star L. Lewry Ahi Weer Thavet Nando Rodney Adamson Aura Conservative Pat Reid Oil Com George Swenydent Vancouver Montreal

Enid Hiker and Collie Almanac Road Trip Story

Enid resident travels toward California with his collie Skipper. The hiker tows a 376 pound wagon and has worn out 11 pairs of shoes while on the road for months.

Skipper

Men’s Contraceptive Pill Described by Iowa Scientists

Three University of Iowa scientists reported rat experiments on a male contraceptive pill that halts sperm production without affecting other bodily functions. The study notes no lasting harm after stopping dosage, with claims it could become a future option for birth control.

Galveston Penses W. O. Nelson E. Steinberger A.boccabella University of Iowa University of Texas Medical School Benjamin Sieve Boston Sieve

Texas House OKs bill to remove abandoned ice boxes

In Austin on April 9 the Texas House approved a bill to curb abandoned ice boxes by requiring removal of doors. The measure awaits Senate action before the special session concludes.

Texas House Pi Austin Texas House of Representatives Eden Senate Roy

Army Orders For 6th Army Transfer and Discharge Notices

The document lists issued Army orders by the 6th Army with personnel transfers assignments and medical dispositions. Names include Wedingwa J Brown George W Fried and Linton B Smith along with Forts Sam Houston Kilmer Fort Lewis Campbell and Campbell and stations like ICUSAREUR and USAREUR. A note states a person deemed unfit for duty due to treason disability is placed on the temporary retired list.

6Th Army Wedingwa J. Brown Usareur Icusareur Ocinfo Aau George W Fried. Arty Army Ava Braei Faves A. Henderins Ore Noir Mer A. An. Arty Sr Cp Rumer Ital Ft Campbell Kilmer Perminion Laurera USAH Sorel

Chattanooga entries win at Southwestern interscholastic meet

Chattanooga students excel at Weatherford meet with John Goodknight and Charlene Ochsner earning top finishes in Class B events. Dick Schumpert places third in boys除 driving, as the school finishes third overall in Class B.

Chattanooga Weatherford John Goodknight Charlene Ochsner

Lemon juice prevents browning of sliced Reneehee peaches and apples

A study notes lemon juice, a source of acidity, stops enzymatic browning in Reneehee peaches and apples after slicing, keeping them from discoloring. The method involves coating the fruit with lemon juice to slow oxidation and preserve color.

Arkansan Heads Ozark Association

Dwight O. Nichols owner of the Crescent Hotel in Eureka Springs Ark will lead the Ozark Playgrounds Association for the coming year after a Thursday meeting of about 300 members. Bryce Roby Flavous Freeman of Springfield Mo was named executive vice president and George Spiva of Missouri treasurer. Joplin Chamber secretary Marie Kolb remains paid secretary. Vice presidents include E T Parker H Winslow Harry Roberts and Charles Boren with H A Berky C C Mitchell and Jim Tackett.

Tulsa Dwight O. Nichols Cresent Eureka Springs Ark Ozark Playgrounds Association Nichols Association Francis 3 Wilton Army Sopento Ible

Nesting Ducks Halt Factory Construction Visit

The general manager of Rust Coat Publishers and site monitors halted work after spotting frightened ducks on the construction site. The pause was ordered to protect the nesting birds during a site visit.

Rust Coat Pubishers Ris Tis

Abortion Charges Filed Against Pair In Oklahoma City

In Oklahoma City a 22 year old unmarried woman was subjected to a forced abortion at a home near Tinker Air Force Base. A man was arrested while police hunted a second woman. Charges were to be filed against both WAFs, with investigation revealing the abortion occurred February 2 to 7 and involved paid arrangements.

Oklahoma City Peelak Tinker Air Force Base James Herrod WAF Herrod

Rain Brings Rain Yet Validates Alpine Officials Swearing-In

In Alpine Texas rain arrived as Ma Hugh White and City Commissioners Ray Labeff and Jim Casner were sworn in, ending months of drought. The rainfall offered rare relief and public reassurance regarding the new city leadership.

Alpine Tex Hugh White Ray Labeff Jim Casner

Jolly seeks re election as county commissioner eastern district

Yesteryears notes announce S D Jolly Fletcher intends to run again for county commissioner in the eastern district. Plans for a klan demonstration and parade are set for this week. Other items recall a 20 years ago fishing accident injuring Mrs Nick Perry, burglaries at Pair service station on Lith and Lee Blvd, a rabbit drive from Charley Kilbourn’s station, and 38 naval aviators completing a six week Field Artillery course.

Constitution S. D. Jolly Fletcher Nick J. Perry Lawton Lee Blvd Charley Kilbourn Field

Eight Women Affected by Suspected Fumes at NY Telephone Office

In Albany eight women working on a seventh floor of a New York Telephone building were exposed to fumes or industrial vapors, believed to be the cause of their illness.

Albany N. Y New York

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