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Newspaper

Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Apr 18, 1947

Page

4

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The Lawton Constitution lists subscription terms and mailing options under postal act provisions. It notes copyright and association affiliations with the United Press and Oklahoma Press Association, reserving rights for reproduction and transmission of news content.

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Pamphlets Warn Parents in Polio Fight Distribution

Damaged OCR notes pamphlets distributed to schools across the county warning parents about polio symptoms and precautions. It cites guidance on doctor visits, avoiding chill and polluted water, keeping clean, and precautions, with the National Foundation for Paralysis offering aid and guidance.

Clarence I. Voanty Pauly Hake Lawton Osehead

Thousands Attend Clinton 55th Pioneer Celebration

Thousands gathered in Clinton to mark the 55th Pioneer Celebration with a ceremonial opening. J Mabry of New Albany addressed the crowd as the principal speaker in Linton Indiana part of a regional anniversary observance.

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Oklahoma legislators adopt $2 daily pay amid long session

Oklahoma lawmakers move to a $2 per day pay scale for the session as the term extends toward mid May. The House approves 36 bills and advances seven others while debates on the turnpike commission bill unfold with Rob Street Speakman leading Roads and Highways actions. The Senate discusses a constitutional pay raise referendum set for 1648 and Gov Turner signals no minor concessions on school aid or a constitutional convention.

Qklahoma City Apertia Turnpike Bud Lp Turnpike Commission House Roads and Highways Street Speakman Sapulpa Lincoln Creek Tulsa Veterana U. S Corporaion Commission Honda House Finor Rhys Evans Cules Senate Perry Porter Roy J.turner Turner Aachen Funda General Revenue Fund

Babbitt Renamed As Director Of Public Service

Board of Public Service Co. of Olahoma names Babbitt among re elected directors. New officers include Lane as president and Readingan as vice president. Company reports 1945 operating revenue of 14.64 million with net income 2.41 million and 528000 est population served in 47 counties.

Bay HB W. Mellhenny Okine Hon

Births Record for Whisker and Presinge Families

A birth notice reports that Mr and Mrs Ry M Whisker of 2378 N kth welcomed a son weighing 47 pounds 2 ounces at 1:80 A. M. today. Also listed is Mrs Clifford Presinge of 410 Surmonit with another newborn male of similar weight and time.

Eine Ind Ry M. Whisker LorlKy Ate Woel Clifford Presinge

Ford Foundation Receives Bulk Of Henry Ford Estate

The Ford Foundation will receive the bulk of Henry Ford’s estate, with the will dated February 3, 1996, revealing that all voting stock of Ford Motor Co. goes to Edsel B. Ford and his grandchildren in shares, while non voting stock is turned over to the foundation. Edsel Ford’s death last May clarified subsequent distribution among the grandchildren.

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Halsum Loaf Debuts At Scott's Bakery Expansion

Scott's Bakery announces Halsum bread a enriched white and whole wheat loaf now distributed in 37 states. The firm plans a mid July wholesale rollout from its No 45 plant as it expands after 1917 beginnings and operates 23 staff across five wholesale outlets.

Holsum Bread Scott's Bakery Wilcox Cave Amior Construction Scotts Wilcox Halsiim Joan Scott Pennony Dil S. Third Silvercrest Thalron Pormer

Wichita Refuge Growth Cited By Julian Howard

Lawton Kiwanis members heard a talk on the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge growth from Julian Howard assistant manager. He traced the 1905 founding and described the 60 000 acre area housing 500 buffalo 300 eland 47 antelope and 800 to 1 000 deer while noting the refuge serves wildlife protection and public recreation. A film on migratory waterfowl was shown.

Lawton Kiwanis Club Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge First Christian Church Tulian Howard Hime Howard Bah Finmphere Lewis Fouts Earl Tatchell Jimmy Brittain John J. Lewis Arthur Young J. M. Short Duncan Ray F. Moore Altus Ed Smith Hobart Bob Black Gordon J. Mines Lake Murray Aridmare

Carmichael Rites Scheduled for 77 Year Old Farmer

C A Carmichael 77 retired pioneer of Comathgha county died at noon Thursday at his home 218 Bell funeral rites set for 2 p m Saturday at the Pither Pineal home Rev Donal Marre of First Methodist will officiate burial in Wighland cemetery Carmichael a county resident since 1907 anticipated funeral details revised after a Goesmanshiness death report.

Chaticxs A. Carmichael Pither Pineal Home Donal Marre First Methodist Church Carmichael Erriul Wighland Cemetery

Navy Concludes Probe of Port Chicago Explosion

A Navy court of Inquiry yesterday closed its long investigation into the July 17 Port Chicago blast in California. The inquiry announced it was unable to determine the cause of the explosion which killed 822 persons.

Navy Port Chicago San Trancisgo Yeaterday Ma Long Calif

Washington Representative Fred Norman Dies in Capital

Washington state Republican Rep. Fred Norman died early today at about 7 40 A M in his Capitol office. The 67 year old Raymond merchant served his second term in the House after winning election for Washington. Norman reportedly died of a heart attack despite medical efforts.

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Bevin Survives Cabinet Shakeup in London

In London on April 18 Ernest Bevin retained the foreign affairs post as Britain's cabinet expanded from 20 to 21 members. A government source said Bevin’s foreign policy, tied to the United States, gained endorsement, ending speculation of his removal amid Labor Party criticism. Bevin’s responsibilities grew with the Germany and Austria offices answering to him.

London Ernest Bevin Labor Ministry of Foreign Affairs Attica Changer India Germany Arensions Jord Bevin

Will and estate questions arise over non voting shares

The fragment hints at a will transferring non voting shares to Ward Motor Co and Ford related assets. It references Honig Goan Ta Witty Ford and a widow, with mentions of real estate and personal items to be allocated or valued, but the text is garbled.

Honig Goan Ford Ward Motor Co Ford Valietation Hix Ciara Ford

Bequeathed Placed in Will Noted in Estate Record

A sparse damaged note indicates a will signed after a later sale with Naveller named as a beneficiary. Specific bequests appear unclear in the fragment. The text preserves an estate action and indicates a bequest sequence tied to a sale event.

3 000 Delegates to Attend Livestock Feeders Day

About 3 000 delegates are expected to attend the livestock feeders day at SMLLWATER OHM. The event on April 18 features Principal Speaker A Le Ward, director of the educational service for the Cottartavect Producta Avnochiean.

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Laundry Service Ad Promises 48-Hour Work

An old classified-style notice offers 48 hour laundry service with free pickup and delivery. It guarantees all work, invites customers to contact the listed address and phone. The ad mentions 11th Phanoa and a local exchange name.

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Lawton Associated Press Business & Professional Notices CS Williams Kochier John E Barnes Avaiebie City Hall Pho C. J. Gramolini P W. Sawyer Kalorerd Babbitt Scott’s Bakery Halsum Loaf Scott's M. B. Scott John Scott Wichita Refuge Julian Howard C. A. Carmichael Bob and Lois Natad Cilbdert's Mello Pease Progress Brewing CO Oklahoma City Bulova Hove Raskin’s America Bers of Tawela Taher D Avenue Jerrar
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