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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1972
Page
16
The Lawton Constitution notes its publication schedule Monday through Friday and lists staff roles including Bill F Bentley and Shirley Shepler Bentley as editors. It also details affiliations with Oklahoma and national newspaper associations and notes AP republication rights and a Dial office contact.
In observance of Law Day U S A the Comanche County Bar Association will host a 2 p m public open house at the county courthouse Wednesday to acquaint citizens with local government and the courts. The event aims to promote citizenship rights responsibilities and confidence in the legal system.
University of Michigan psychologist Floyd M. Wylie and Highland Park Michigan Mental Health Center director train service and medical staff to spot at risk individuals. Warning signs include sleep loss, deep depression, and phrases like it will be over soon.
The Nashville meeting of the National Association of Black Social Workers denounced black children being placed with white families for foster care or adoption. They urged education and pressure on private agencies to stop transracial placements and proposed black single and grandparent adoptions as alternatives. They also called for recruitment of more black foster and adoptive families and for a black information bank and legislative monitoring. The discussion emphasized black nationhood and accountability to the Black community and urged finishing schools in black awareness for professionals.
A concise reflection recalls Hebrews 11 3 on creation through the word of God and notes faith in unseen things fuels strength. It adds James Freeman Clarke saying strong convictions precede great actions and emphasizes belief over doubt.
The column criticizes antiwar critics and peace mongers for doubting Nixon’s offers to talks with Hanoi. It argues Hanoi started the new war, cites Thieu’s regime corruption, and supports gradual U.S. withdrawal while hoping South Vietnam fights on.
The piece argues that critics of Nixon over Vietnam persist in excuses against air raids while asserting U.S. actions kept the war from collapse. It cites New York Times quotes, questions prisoner releases, notes Sen. Humphrey’s stance, and contrasts Western critics with Soviet and Chinese leverage. It mentions Prime Minister Palme and Barry Goldwater as contextual figures.
A local column satirizes Oklahoma tax talk and heat wave forecasts. It notes the governor and officials face blame over an $82 million tax plan and mentions Ed Edmondson and Jed Johnson debating Senate service versus retirement.
The report notes that more than 4,000 bags were turned in during the 1962 Goodwill Industries school drive. It also mentions various local happenings including Linda Russell securing first in Algebra I at a state contest and Mrs. Mary S. Silk becoming vice-president of the Oklahoma Education Association.
The essay argues teenagers are not inherently hyperrational and notes how idealism fades as youth faces neurosis and inner conflict. It questions constant normality myths and references mind control claims and the notion of mental influence on actions and sports.
The reader asks about walking speed and the Big Dipper in Japanese lore. Answers include five miles per hour and the Emperor's Carriage as the name for the Big Dipper in Japan.
The piece argues Pennsylvania, a key swing state with diverse demographics and strong machine roots, will determine Ed Muskie's viability. It notes past pivotal Pennsylvania influence, Muskie's weak ties to regular Democrats and labor, and the risk if he loses the state before Ohio and New Jersey vote.
The column outlines zodiac forecasts for Aries to Capricorn, noting traits and cautions. Taurus warns against neglecting bright ideas while Gemini urges steady, calm action to build a solid foundation, with Virgo-like emphasis on intellect and creativity for those born today.
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