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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1971
Page
1
City leaders prepare to tackle urgent topics including a failing taxi service and a disputed bus firm, as stated by the owner amid mounting transportation concerns. Local officials pledge swift action to address service reliability and regulatory oversight.
Representative Hall expresses optimism about a tax bill, with opponent John eo D Sapulpa noted in the transcript. The brief indicates political framing and a stated stance on fiscal legislation.
The report describes Woodgee also called George Smith Watchetaker, a Comanche goodwill ambassador, invited to Florida to perform a rain dance for the Everglades drought. It notes a prior event in Wichita Falls where a dance led to surprising rainfall.
Fragmentary notes describe a large fuel fire triggering renewed Allied base alarms. Detailing remains unclear but mentions attacks or threats and potential documentation references.
VIENTIANE Laos AP reports Vietnam asked to be allowed access to U S prisoners of war held by North Vietnam. Dominic Mono leads the group presenting the proposal during a two hour meeting with officials in Vientiane. Vietnam’s response was not immediately known.
Drought and high winds shrink lake supplies at Lakes Lawtonka and Ellsworth. Over three days Lawtonka fell about 12 inches and Ellsworth about six inches, with Lawtonka 12.01 ft and Ellsworth 16.84 ft below key elevations. Both reservoirs have declined roughly 4.5 ft since Oct 1, 1970. Rainfall data for September and October are noted.
Rep Joe Mountford leads a push to cripple the state merit system, proposing to rename it the civil service system and remove large portions of the 19 000 employees from coverage. After opposition the plan stalled, with Mountford and Gov Hall saying no further action until a special study.
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