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Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Apr 23, 1975

Page

6

Bail Frustrates Crime Fight in Hell City

Washington column laments rising bail releases of dangerous defendants. It cites Grand Jury Chair Harry L. Johnson and Judge Harold H. Greene Jr. noting conflicts between Supreme Court bail rights and public safety. Examples include Jan 1974 rearrests. case of Charles Reavis Moro shows low bail in murder linked charges.

Washington Harry L. Johnson Superior Court Hell City District of Columbia Johnson Greene Supreme Court John A. Carver D.C Carver Charles Reavis United Mine Workers Union Reavis Charles Moro New York Moro

Coca Cola ties fuel Carter campaign in Georgia

The piece argues Coca Cola’s Atlanta influence shaped Jimmy Carter’s 60 000 budget last year and funds half of this year’s 600 000 bid, contrasting Carter’s carbonated image with Wall Street power. It cites Coca Cola’s long dominance in Atlanta and its global reach as a behind the scenes force in Carter’s path to the presidency.

Washington William Henry Harrison U.S Pepsico Don Kendall Richard Nixon Pepsi-Cola Coca- Cola Georgia Jimmy Carter Carter Coca-Cola U.S. State Department Des Moines Register Kail Carter Neil Peirce National Journal Deep South America Atlanta Asa Candler South Peirce Coca-Cola Company Chase Manhattan Bank New York Boeing Alabama

Busybodies and the fate of laws and limits

John Chamberlain argues that professional busybodies push bad laws from land use to energy, warning that Vermont's Act 250 shows zoning can be misused. He cites CORSA's defense of the Corvair, Udall's land use plans, and Vermonter John McClaughry, urging caution toward federal mandates and preferring voluntary reform.

Vermont Henry Jackson Morris Udall Detroit CORSA Solar Automotive Udall

Only In Oklahoma: Voters, Nudity, and Politics Collide

In Oklahoma satire and politics mix as lawmakers threaten impeachments over unnamed issues while public opinion splits on officials. The piece notes nude clubs seeking Supreme Court relief, Tulsa's claim as space capital, and Redd Foxx joking as Taft's self styled police chief living in California.

Oklahoma U.S. Supreme Court Redd Foxx Taft California

Lawton Constitution Editorial and Policy Note

The Lawton Constitution publishes weekday evenings with listed staff roles and affiliations in Oklahoma. It notes AP reprint rights, advertising payment rules, and a promise to correct any misstatements brought to management’s attention.

Moynihan attacks Liberal Establishment over foreign policy

Daniel Moynihan, then Harvard professor and former ambassador to India, denounces the Liberal Establishment for a “failure of nerve” and an immobilized mindset. He argues liberal excesses have harmed U S abroad, urging Congress to reflect constituents instead of elite rhetoric to preserve freedom worldwide.

Daniel P. Moynihan Harvard Moynihan Richard M. Nixon India North Vietnam South City University of New York United States Pacific Congress

Broadcaster code eyes family viewing hours amid moral debate

In a vote, the National Association of Broadcasters approved an amendment designating 6 to 8 p.m. as family viewing time to curb harmful content. Critics question enforcement and potential loopholes while noting the political tie in a lobster act promotional stunt by Rep. Biaggi.

National Association of Broadcasters Larry Marino Biaggi New York U.S

Jacob and Esau trade birthright for stew tale

In Genesis 25 Esau returns from the hunt exhausted and asks for food. Jacob persuades him to sell his birthright in exchange for a meal. Esau vows it is Jacob s, and Jacob provides bread peas and stew before they part.

Jacob Esau

Are social arguments functional in family and work life

The piece argues that heated discussions can enliven gatherings and help expose fears while noting that skilled disputants stay on issue. It contemplates infidelity in marriage and suggests tantrums in children should be addressed after ensuring safety and conveying parental love.

Whittier School Hosts Bicycle Safety Talk

Police Capt. Frank Murphy meets with fifth graders at Whittier School to discuss bicycle safety. Community members participate in National Library Week planning and local events feature Cub Scouts, church guilds, and school activities.

Constitution Frank Murphy Whittier School Gale Sadler Gillette Griswold Old Fort Sill First Christian Church Guild

Horoscope by the Stars for April 24 1975

Readers born under Aries through Pisces receive daily guidance on decisions, talents, and career paths. The column highlights intuition, writing, public service, law, medicine, acting, and music, noting Anthony Trollope, Barbra Streisand, and Shirley MacLaine as birthdate references.

Anthony Trollope Eng Barbera Streisend Shirley McLaine Amer

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