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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1954
Page
19
Notice announces sealed bids for pavement work on several streets in Lawton Oklahoma including DY Avenue 18th Street 19th Street and 17th Street. Bids due May 11 1954 at 7 30 PM with work to include six inch Portland cement concrete paving and intersections.
A formal citation honors Maj Gen Borum for a long record of accomplishments during his service. The retirement ceremony marks the end of a distinguished career with a background of leadership roles and notable contributions to the post.
Burlington plans its May Day celebration with local groups and parade floats. Wisconsin Senator McCarthy is due to arrive late today to deliver the main address for the event tomorrow.
Use a fine silver polish to clean the nickle and chromium parts of your refrigerator to prevent scratches.
Hollywood star Sterling Hayden defends temperament in actors noting his own steady career across 11 films in 20 years and critique of the term temperamental. He cites creative genius and cites Herman Melville as example, arguing eccentricity is part of artistry and should not be harshly judged.
Hollywood gossip notes actress Shelley Winters states she will not marry European men again after a string of marriages. She hints at pursuing serious, dramatic roles and avoiding past relationship troubles, while remaining uncertain about future marriage.
Oklahoma faces a half month deadline to raise funds for Gilcrease’s art collection debt reportedly at 2.2 million. Gilcrease trustees report a disappointing Oklahoma response while three offers from other states remain, with an option to move the collection to a Claremore museum near the Will Rogers Memorial if a firm commitment is secured by May 15.
Dealers in Havre de Grace Maryland report pitted windows at multiple used car lots. Damage appears weather related and could affect display lots and inventory. Authorities urge inspections and note potential safety concerns for customers.
Denver police report a gunman robbed Hummel's Delicatessen of 292 dollars on an unknown date. Mary R. Hummel, owner of the store, described the assailant and noted details available for investigators.
A Democratic party fundraiser features Sen. Symington of Missouri as guest speaker. Demos host a reception with light refreshments and toasts, highlighting support for the campaign and fundraising efforts.
Robert and Charles Dean, both Democrats, seek simultaneous State Senate seats. The brothers plan parallel campaigns, leveraging shared political networks and a joint approach to policy issues. Local observers note the unusual power pairing could shape upcoming elections.
Workhouse Warden Clarence Weismantel will receive free nightly movies. A drive in theater opens May 12 directly south of the workhouse, and his bedroom will be converted into a den with a window view from the warden’s room.
In Fort Worth on April 30, a thief forced Earl C. Bates out of business by stealing his 14 by foot Bates refresh stand. The incident disrupts Bates operations and is under police attention for investigation.
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