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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1954
Page
2
Authorities say two suspects were captured after a gunbattle that halted a burglary chase. The men, identified as Charles Taylor, 32, and another from Omaha, Neb, were cornered after exchanging fire with officers who recovered three pistols.
Pre school health roundups begin this week for five children entering school next fall at Whittier. The annual checkups run tomorrow from 9 a.m. to 11 30 a.m. for children in the program.
City police rounded up twelve individuals over the weekend on various charges including reckless driving and traffic violations. Among those listed are Harold Adkine, 17, of 1723 8.14. Mildred A. Parks, 1309 Gache Road. and Paul Schumate, 31, Fort Segedees roles erwin, with drivers cited for failing to yield and driving without proper credentials.
The Canton Cafe patriarch Louie Toy, a gardener and longtime fort community figure, gained respect during the Mexican Expedition and served in several Army messes. Since arriving at Fort Sill in 1919 he has influenced local cuisine and earned admiration from military and civilian friends alike.
Hospital notices list multiple patients and births with many misspellings. Names include Terry Wyatt Walters Nihevah Tahkony Vernon Atauvich Alice Wheeler and Janet Kay Armstrong. Births noted for Mrs Kenneth Drew and Mr Mrs Ronald Awton with times and weights. Multiple admissions and surgeries follow with scattered addresses and mis-typed entries.
The report lists and charges include Jackie Been Harrison age 23 for improper license. Dewey and Dewey cited for license issues. Robert K Eckles 21 Fort Sill cited for speeding. John J Rutherford 2 Fort Sill noted for following too close. Carl L Lovett 18 Fort Sill cited for driving without a license.
Lawton police and sheriff reports list ten weekend thefts and break ins. Stinnett Laundry on Second Street was robbed Saturday night with pennies and a bottle of pop taken after a window was pried. A service station on Second and F lost an electric razor and gum. a concession stand yielded tools and reels. A radio, tools and a sock were taken from residences. a front wheel vanished from Bob Jackson’s car during the Easter Parade. Cadillac hubcaps and a spare tire plus wheel assembly were reported stolen from several vehicles parked on streets and at local lots. Officers note entry methods vary and some items left behind indicate hurried thefts during the weekend.
Fred Larrance, president of the Pageant Association, estimates about 1500 dollars of the total concession income is profit. Milk and ice cream sold out, some candy and coffee remain. About 3500 sandwiches and 7100 cups of soft drinks were sold. Jaycee Janes, the waitresses, did a wonderful job. This was the busiest year for the concession.
The FHA probe cites internal opposition and praise for new rules aimed at preventing improper practices in the Title 1 program. Officials including Sen Capehart and HHFA head Ingilbert M. Cole discuss past warnings and the advisory committee’s support for regulatory reforms effective December.
A J McBee becomes manager of the Montgomery Ward store in Lawton area. He formerly lived in Fort Worth Texas and has two children with wife Caroline. McBee’s background includes three years in the military and service in Europe with the First Armored Division. He assumed the post last Friday and his family will follow to establish residence after term ends in Fort Worth.
U S ambassador Henry Cabot Jr. declares Red China unfit to join the United Nations and vows the United States will resist Chinese Communists attempting to bribe their way into the UN. He cites aggression in Korea and Indo China, Tibet, acts in Malaya, and abuses of Americans as key points, alongside charges of repression and extortion.
Mrs Petrov, contending her husband was kidnapped, accused Australia of lying about his abandonment of communism and a spy ring. At the airport, her bodyguards restrained Russian supporters as she begged not to be taken aboard. Cries of fear and claims of drugging surrounded Eva Petrov amid a chaotic scene before the plane could depart. Earlier, Oklahoma train wrecks reported 126 collisions with 20 killed and 100 injured.
U S leaders clash over Vietnam Indo China policy as Kuchel urges UN action rather than solo military intervention. Nixon hints troops as last resort but officials stress united action. Democrat and Republican lawmakers weigh congressional approval and bipartisan support while France resists UN submissions.
Oklahoma City Livestock market report details cattle, calves, hogs and sheep after April 19 sale. Receipts total around 4 060 cattle and calves 500. Weather hot and dry with no rain since mid last week. Prices show steady to firm for steers and heifers, with cows slow but higher on some bids. Hogs higher on top offerings, sows unchanged. Spring lambs steady, other classes nomial. Several counties listed with regional price ranges and stocker activity.
Basil OConnor, president of the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis, sends a letter of appreciation to Eugene L. Bowman of Omanche county for his role in the March of Dimes campaign. He praises supporters for polio prevention, patient care, research, and professional education efforts.
Reading England reports a nursery fire at Dellwood Maternity Hospital killed five babies from fumes and smoke. Ten other infants, some very ill, were moved to another hospital and placed in oxygen tents. Nurse Freda Holland, 41, was burned while rescuing the infants.
Defense attorney Taylor prepared to argue self defense as jurors weighed the killing of a tenant. The case involves a landlord accused of fatally shooting a tenant after an altercation at the rental property.
An Anadarko hospital transfer followed a Sunday collision injuring Fort Sill soldier R. Brown as police reported car and small motorcycle wrecks near Fletcher. Thefts included tires hub caps and clothing from several vehicles. Lost articles were claimed at Fort Sill Provost, and Pageant volunteers praised crowd control and Civil Defense support maintaining smooth traffic flow and security.
A brief notice records the disposition involving Finnl Depist Church of Fletcher Ineoieh on parcels 1314 15 16 in block 23. The readable text specifies a property action but omits many details.
A reported threat involving a noose targeted a judge and a sheriff in a case disclosed last year. In Oklahoma, 98 people over 65 died in traffic accidents, highlighting broader concerns over public safety and elder vulnerability.
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