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Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Apr 13, 1954

Page

11

Floating Gulf Mine Report Near Sabine Pass

A fishing boat, the Virginia Anne, reported a horned mine about 10 miles off the Texas coast near Sabine Pass. Coast Guard and Navy personnel investigated, noting the object might be a buoy or a World War II horned mine. origin unclear, with no confirmation of a live device.

Texas Navy the Coast Guard Sabine Pass Sabime Pass New Orleans Coast Guard Houston News Gulf Panama City Fla

Don O'Connor Responds To Oscar Telecast Criticism

Hollywood April 13. Donald O'Connor defends his Oscar hosting after critics including Ed Sullivan called him inexperienced. He says the telecast aimed to entertain, not be stuffy, and admits material could have been better.

Hollywood Donald O'Connor Ed Sullivan Nat Sullivan O’connor NBC O'Connor

Junkmen Fined For Making Their Own Junk From Rain Spouts

Baltimore police fined two youths for salvaging copper rain spouts from garages. The young suspects, described as Northeas youths, were cited after officers found three copper spouts valued at about ten dollars each. The incident highlights a small theft case from urban property.

Baltimore

Singer Jaye P. Morgan and actor Michael Pierce to wed

Hollywood report says singer Jaye P. Morgan and actor Michael Pierce both age 22 plan to marry Wednesday after taking out a marriage license at Presbyterian church.

Hollywood Jaye P. Morgan Michael Pierce Anto

Lindbergh Sworn In as Air Force Reserve Brigadier General

Washington notes that Charles A. Lindbergh, camera shy as ever, was sworn in as brigadier general of the Air Force Reserve after Senate approval. The ceremony in Talbott’s office required multiple photo attempts as officials adapted with a hydrogenated oil tempering gimmick to prevent summer melt and produce a lasting image.

Harman W. Nichols Washington Charles A. Lindbergh Senate Air Force Reserve Air Harold E. Talbott Air Force Gen

Presidents and baseball opening day echoes old box scores

Clark Griffith recalls early opening days and the idea of inviting the President to throw out the first ball. He cites Taft and Calvin Coolidge among presidents, noting Calvin as a poor fan and Mrs Coolidge as a longtime enthusiastic supporter who can keep a box score.

Clark Griffith United States William Howard Taft

Department Teaches Crafting A Better Pan Dowdy

A department offers instruction on making a better pan dowdy. The program focuses on practical techniques and traditional methods to improve taste and presentation for home cooks.

Baby giraffe Astrid brings joy to Mann family

Dr Mann notes a new calf, Astrid, born to Helen the giraffe as the Mann family welcomes the arrival. Bob Mann shows a pouty mood while Helen grins, and the scene captures a lively ranch moment with the newborn.

Hannah Seeks Kee Bird Defense Secret urged at briefing

Secretary Charles E. Wilson faced questions about Dr. John A. Hannah and a fictional Arctic creature named Kee Bird. The bird is described in servicemen verse as perched on ice all day and crying kee christian? kee-ristmas, highlighting寒冷 conditions and morale themes.

Hannah Charles E. Wilson John A. Hannah Arctic Circle

Reuther Attacks Tax Revision Bill and Provisions

Reuther denounces the tax revision measure as a giveaway while urging removal of two revenue losses. He cites a stockholder dividend relief section and corporate depreciation provision as costing 240 million first year and 814 million annually thereafter, and 300 million first year respectively.

Ee Ae Reuther Eisenhower Humphrey

Vandals Threaten Turnpike Safety Record

Turnpike manager H. E. Bailey said two boys aged 18 and 19 paid $25 fines last week in Bristow for tossing rocks at automobiles from an overpass. He noted ongoing trouble with youths throwing rocks from overpasses, but no accidents have occurred so far.

Turnpike H. E. Bailey Bristow

Dr J W Lee Dies At Home After Heart Attack

Eldorado Oklahoma retired rancher and physician Dr J W Lee died at home Monday after a heart attack. He was 80 and father of Tom J Lee secretary of the School Land Commission.

J. W. Lee Eldorado, Okla Lee Tom J. Lee School Land Commission

New Chemical May Lower Blood Pressure Says Research

Dr Alfred Leimdorfer reports a brain chemical found in nerve centers deep in mammals may regulate blood pressure. Experiments injecting the chemical into animals caused a strong drop in blood pressure, suggesting potential medical use for hypertension with further purification.

Alfred Leimdorfer

Clayton Girl Wins Essay Contest On Manufacturing In Oklahoma

Jo Rainwater of Clayton High School wins an Oklahoma essay contest on Masago Its Importance to manufacturing. The award highlights student research and awareness of agricultural and industrial links in Oklahoma.

Oklahoma Oo Kahoma Clayton High School

Russian Diplomat Reveals Spy Plot in Australia

Prime Minister Menzies said refugee diplomat Vladimir Petrov handed over Soviet secret police documents detailing espionage activities in Australia. The Moscow career diplomat, who defected after living in Australia since February 1951, sought asylum and provided information about both Australian citizens and Soviet agents.

Menzies Soviet Secret Police MVD Vladimir Michaelovich Petrov Australia Petrov

Prairie Dog Battle Set In Grady County

U S Fish and Wildlife Service to apply measures in Grady County to manage a prairie dog conflict affecting land use and wildlife resources. Details on agencies involved and timeline awaited.

Grady County U. S Fish Ildlife Service

Teacher Group Elects Nelagoncy Schools

A teacher group elects Nelagoncy schools, with members from Osage County teachers association noting shared leadership and district involvement.

Nelagoncy Schools Shered Osage Countyeachers Association

Baptist Brotherhood Round-Up Dinner Set in Church Basement

Roe Picague leads the Baptist Brotherhood in a round-up style dinner meeting to be held in the church basement instead of Lake Quanah Parker. Tickets will be available at the door.

Baptist Brotherhood Roe Picague The Brotherhood Yoom Somes Ree Lake Quanah Parker

Granite Road Okayayed and Boley Project Approved

Granite Road project receives approval for construction and funding totaling $1,000 with the Boley project linked to the initiative. Local officials outlined steps for proceeding and timelines for work completion.

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