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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1954
Page
22
Cy Bell a Wichita Falls native who moved to Lawton in 1936 announces his sheriff bid. The ad notes family church ties and frames the message as paid for by friends of C. O. Bell.
Los Angeles reports an attractive stewardess beginning a world tour aboard a commercial flight. The story notes she leaves from Rangoon and travels toward major destinations, with mentions of a corporate sponsor from Los Angeles County and product samples linked to Combertite Mise World Trade.
The Mississippi legislature debates abolishing the state program after a court ruling. A “who's who” committee is to study options while lawmakers fear a ruling on desegregation could trigger major changes. Estimated costs range from 25 to 43 million dollars, with potential impacts on normal schools and statutory funding.
Trapeze artist Mrs Eileen Johansen faced a perilous fall 75 feet above ground as the act unfolded last night. Her husband acted quickly to intervene and prevent a fatal plunge, securing the safety of the performer before the crowd of about 6,500 spectators.
In Manchester New Hampshire General Douglas MacArthur warned citizens to guard against adventurers in our midst who would tear down American free institutions He urged vigilance amid troubled times and warned that those seeking to change fundamental underpinnings threaten the nation He was made an honorary chairman in recognition of his stance.
Kansas City marks the end of its gas light era as adapted equipment finally replaces the old gas lamps near the stockyards and a shift to modern motor driven systems completes the transition.
Providence report describes a chaotic evening as a babysitter faced a frightened child and a noisy dog causing fear and disruption during a family watch. The incident highlights common babysitting challenges and safety concerns in home care.
Mayor Berg condemned the picket lines as a second violent walkout. Police Capt Stephen J McGowan ordered the crowd three times and six men were arrested. The mayor warned out-of-town agitators with baseball bats they will face jail if they return.
In a small grocery late at night Evelyn Gracey, 30, faced a gun wielding robber who demanded cash. Gracey pleaded she could not close the store and offered a five dollar bill. The assailant pressed the offer, then Gracey sobbed and fled, tears streaming.
Louis Shoulders a former detective connected to the Greenlease kidnapping case asked for a new trial on charges arising from lying to a federal grand jury. He was convicted earlier this month and sought relief previously. The article notes the testimony before the grand jury was not material to the central issues and no pending disposition exists for the grand jury indictment.
James P. Platek of Battle Creek Michigan faced a county court fine after a Fremont Nebraska incident. A train tore into his car when he parked on the tracks. He received a 25 dollar penalty for illegal parking.
Air Force engineers propose a vacuum powered icebox to keep vegetables from freezing in isolated Arctic radar stations. The device works by removing cold air to prevent freezing and could be marketed to Eskimos as a portable refrigeration solution.
Postwar labor activity shows a low in the first quarter with a 60 percent drop in workers involved and a 50 percent decrease in idle time, signaling restraint in strike actions and reduced work stoppages.
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