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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1971
Page
8
The Lawton Constitution lists Ned Shepler as publisher with W D Hargraves as associate editor. Evening publication occurs Monday through Friday from its Lawton Oklahoma office at Third and A Avenue.
A century of reform has transformed Sweden from a backward land to a welfare state with cradle-to-grave services. Taxation rose to 40 percent and a 17 percent sales levy accompanies a decade of wage equity aims. A two-year inflation surge sparked widespread strikes across professions, prompting a temporary ban on strikes and a government lockout threat to army officers. The piece questions whether Sweden must pause to reassess its rapid drive toward egalitarianism and the welfare model.
The piece analyzes Israeli aims in Sinai and surrounding areas amid talks on territory. It notes Israel’s insistence on security gains including Golan Heights and Sharm el Sheikh, possible need for a Sinai buffer, and Egyptian demands to regain land, with private Israelis hinting at leasing or limited sovereignty. It also briefly touches on unrelated notes about Texas and American Beauty rose.
The Interior Department under Rogers Morton proposes to settle aboriginal land claims in Alaska for 1 billion dollars and 40 million acres, vastly exceeding the 1867 purchase price and leaving aborigines with far more land than privately held. Critics say politics drive the unusually large settlement.
Two faith oriented quotes presented as daily inspiration. The first cites I Timothy 6 12 urging the good fight of faith and eternal life in the presence of witnesses. The second from Billy Graham emphasizes that being Christian is a daily process toward Christ likeness.
Ernest Cuneo argues that exposing war’s brutal truth would deter nations from conflict, while warning that revisiting Nuremberg jurisprudence in U.S. law could render trials unconstitutional. He cautions that countercharges risk aiding an enemy and fracturing national unity amid Civil War rhetoric.
A reader notes that Mirror of the Mind highlights teen alienation from parents and adolescents. The piece cites a husband who claims his drinking is caused by a misunderstanding with his wife, though the real issue is the inability to face personal problems.
A Q and A segment explains that a president cannot be dispensed with during wartime as the Constitution requires a four year term. It also describes California’s state seal with a grizzly bear beside Minerva and explains that an ATV stands for all terrain vehicles.
John Chamberlain reviews a GOP freshman coalition formed to counter Democratic antiwar rhetoric. Led by Tennessee's William Brock, joined by Taft Weicker Beall and others, the group aims to remind the nation Nixon inherited the Vietnam war. They plan to confront Muskie McGovern Humphrey and others on the Senate floor and press for a faster war end.
Ernest Cato reports a speckled hen laid an egg with a curl forming the letters A and M. Nancy Bride joins the Sub Deb Club at Judy Abbott’s home. James Jennings chairs a Scouting Kite Fly at the Municipal Airport. Mr and Mrs W H Palmer attend their granddaughter’s piano recital in Chickasha. Cuffie Ward leads an old clothes drive for the Salvation Army. Sunrise Easter Pageant draws 127000 spectators at Wichita Mountains with minor accidents. Guy C Robertson is top district insurance salesman.
In Oklahoma supporters urge Raymond Gary to run again amid questions about past solicitations. The Hall tax program prompts praise and doubt as Reuel Little or another Maddill ally is proposed. Some legislators oppose a DEA special session, likening it to staying after school. The active veteran in the House frets about handling the 1980 census.
Birthdate profiles show Aries to Pisces with advice on action, choices, and planning. Notable individuals Leonardo da Vinci Henry James Elizabeth Montgomery are cited as born on relevant dates. The entry highlights personal traits and the path to success for energetic, versatile individuals.
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