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Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Apr 14, 1954

Page

8

Red Disarmament Plan Faces Soviet Reply At U N

UNITED NATIONS April 14 The 12 nation disarmament commission adjourns to hear Andrei Vishinsky respond to the Western blueprint for halting the hydrogen bomb race. Britain proposes a secret talks subcommittee with the Big Four and Canada while the US urges quick handling of India's stand-still proposal. Observers see a positive sign if Moscow accepts the outlined procedure.

United Nations Andrei Y. Vishinsky Kremlin Canada United States India

Australians Question Top Red Spy Reports

Canberra officials say the Soviet diplomat Petrov is a major defector and claims to head state security in Australia. Documents Petrov carried out of the Soviet Embassy will be translated and shared with other Commonwealth governments and possibly Ashington. Prime Minister Menzies announced Petrov fled communism and sought Australian citizenship. A royal commission was empowered to summon witnesses for its rapid spy ring inquiry.

Canberra Australia Alance Petrov Ashington Robert G. Menzies Menzies MVD House of Representatives Royal Commission

Daddy Fox Dies In Tulsa Hospital

Tulsa musician and longtime American Federation of Musicians official Grafton J. Fox known as Daddy Fox died in a Tulsa hospital after a month with heart illness. At his death he served as secretary of Tulsa Local 94 and held senior roles in national union councils. He began as a drummer in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and moved to Tulsa 44 years ago.

Tulsa Okla Grafton J Daddy) Fox Musicians’ Union Fox American Federation of Musicians Southern Conference of Musicians Harrisburg

New Soap Eases Wool Sweater Washing Problems

A firm introduces a woolen garment soap said to dissolve instantly in cold water eliminating temperature fears and blocking needs. It claims to work on cashmere flannel silk and synthetics and also suedes. The process involves cupping the sweater to avoid stretching rolling in a towel and air drying.

Soldier Johnson Leads Dog Platoon in Germany

SGT. James C. Johnson Jr. serves as a squad leader with the 28th Infantry Division's 34th Scout Dog Platoon in Germany. His wife and parents live at 203 E. Gore Blvd. Johnson leads a unit that pairs soldiers with highly trained scout dogs used by the Army since World War I.

James C. Johnson Jr E. Gore Blvd 28Th Infantry Division Germany Johnson

Storm cellar draws renters in Hobart spring

Hobart Oklahoma April 14 The extra that attracts tenants most this time of year is an attached storm cellar, says columnist Alvena Adams. A vacant house benefits from added safety and practicality as spring approaches.

Hobart Okla Alvena Adams

Graham Bequest Puzzles Adairsville Over Town's Share

Adairsville Georgia debates how to spend a $30,000 bequest from banker W A Graham who died at 100 in Pryor Oklahoma The gift has grown with interest to fund a park or recreation but no clear plan exists Mayor J E McKelvey and the four man council struggle to decide how to use the funds while no municipal park yet exists.

Adairsville North Georgia U. S. 41 W. A. Graham Pryor Oklo Okla J. E. McKelvey R. D. Barton Graham Hia Ars Wech Milling Co Barton

Annual Lawton High Pan American Fiesta Set Monday Night

Tickets on sale for Lawton High School Pan American Fiesta in the LHS gymnasium. The event honors Latin American countries with focus on Mexico and Venezuela. ine Wiest crowned queen with attendants Sue Washburn and Judy Henry. Mayor Joe McCain speaks Monday night with Mexican consul Perez Abreau replying. Tuesday welcomes John Shoemaker and Dr Steve Scatori responds. Mexican dinner, authentic songs and dances, and Ramon Villa Latin American orchestra featured. Tickets from Spanish students.

Lawton High School LHS Mexico Venezuela Ada Knight Ine Wiest Sue Washburn Judy Henry Joe McCain Perez Abreau John Shoemaker Lawton Steve Scatori University of Oklahoma Norman Ramon Villa Wichita Falls

Navy Ouster of 25 Communists Bared

The Navy disclosed to a House Appropriations subcommittee that since 1950 it separated 21 officers and four enlisted men for connections with Communist activities. They were discharged or resigned under other than honorable conditions, per Vice Admiral James L. Holloway, chief of personnel.

Washington Navy Naval Service House Appropriations James L. Holloway

Warren C DeMoss Elected Mayor in Enid Rotation

EL RENO Okla Members of the City Council last night elected Warren C DeMoss mayor and installed three newly elected councilmen David White Ira Wilson and Opie Clancy DeMoss a hold over councilman operates a women's clothing store The new council takes office following Tuesday's vote

EL Reno Okla Warren C. DeMoss DeMoss David White Ira Wilson Opie Clancy

Chiropodist Association Names City Man To Office

Dr. W. C. Bonnell of Lawton is elected vice president of the Oklahoma Chiropodist association for 1954 55 at a Tulsa convention. Dr. A. D. San ley of Tulsa is chosen president. Other officers include Dr. F. Hatcher of Chickasha secretary Dr. C. Parham of Tulsa secretary and Dr. M. H. Gennis of Tulsa treasurer.

W. C. Bonnell Lawton Oklahoma Chiropodist Association Tulsa A. D. Sanley F. Hatcher Chickasha C. Parham M. H. Gennis

Wickman Elected President of City Children's Council

L. A. Wickman of 1211 Logan was elected president and Comanche 607 Dearborn secretary. Mrs. J. R. Morse of 1120 Carroll Drive chaired the meeting as outgoing president. Dr. Dan Woesner and Billy P. Galy discussed programs for mentally retarded children in local schools.

L. A. Wickman Logan Comanche Dearborn J. R. Morse Carroll Drive Morse Dan Woesner Rotary Club Billy P. Galynia

Norman Hospital Manager To Take Post in El Reno

Margaret Lamb, longtime manager of Norman Municipal Hospital, will become manager of the new El Reno Parkview Hospital when it opens. The hospital, projected at about $350 000, will be built on the El Reno site. Lamb has served in Civil Service roles in Hawaii and Panama.

Norman el Reno Reno Ohio Margaret Lamb Norman Municipal Hospital el Reno Parkview Hospital Lamb Hawaii Panama

Holy Week Services Scheduled Tonight in Lawton

Ministerial Alliance sponsors Holy Week services continuing in Lawton with 7:30 p m tonight at Union Baptist for south side Negro churches and Bethlehem Baptist for east side Negro churches.

Ministerial Alliance Lawton Union Baptist South Side Bethlehem Baptist East Side

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