Harrises Face Allegations Over Aid Funds Misuse
The Lawton Constitution reports on internal conflicts within the American Indian Organization, focusing on allegations that Harrises used Aid funds for political activity and fired director Mrs. Hayden. The piece details disputed governance, potential loss of tax exempt status, and staff resignations following Hayden's dismissal.
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Harrises
la Donna
Ford
Rockefeller
Rockefeller Brothers
Akbar Foundations
New Directions
AIO
Hayden
Alo
Larry
Lawrence) O’brien
Vic French
Oklahoma
Harris
Airport Security Review Sought in Tulsa
Tulsa officials call for a security review at Tulsa International Airport after vice chairman Byron Boone and member John Robertson complained about the lack of police presence in aircraft loading areas. Airport manager Bill Ryan says officers are on duty 24 hours for every departing flight. Mayor LaFortune will consult with the Police Commissioner.
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Tulsa
Okla
Tulsa International
Byron Boone
Tulsa Airport Authority
John Robertson
Boone
Bill Ryan
Robert J. LaFortune
Carroll Griffith
Johnson pledges annual financial disclosures by top federal officials
Oklahoma City AP reports Senate candidate Jed Johnson promised to sponsor a bill requiring annual financial disclosures from high level federal officials if elected. He framed the move as increasing transparency in government.
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Oklahoma City
U. S. Senate
Jed Johnson
Humphrey backs McGovern ticket amid Eagleton fallout
Humphrey and Lawrence O'Brien Sargent Shriver and other aides discussed McGovern’s candidacy after Eagleton’s removal. McGovern plans to pick a new running mate with caucuses and leaks, while Humphrey denies any offer to join the ticket and reiterates his intent to stay out of the vice presidency.
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McGovern
Humphrey
Sen
Thomas F. Eagleton
Missouri
Frank Mankiewicz
Mikel Miller
Senate
Hugh Scott
Pennsylvania
Scott
Miller
Miami Beach
No Change In North Viet Peace Terms After Talk
North and South Vietnam peace talks remain stalled as Thuy criticizes U.S. policy and accuses Paris negotiators of insult while denouncing the bombing campaign. He denounces saturation bombing, napalm, and dike attacks as barbaric acts and crimes.
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Sion
South Vietnam
Lawton day care owners warn of rate hikes and care cuts
Day care centers in Lawton fear higher federal rules and wage costs will lower care quality. Center salaries consume most expenses, with locations like Blessed Sacrament Church hosting 56 children and 11 full time staff. State licensing demands space and inspections amid rising weekly rates.
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Blessed Sacrament Church
Lawton Children’s House
Garner
Lawton
Jim Baker
Tot Haven
Arlington
Thorne
Rader
State Man Billy Joe Clegg Heads Campaign Tour
Oklahoma write in candidate Billy Joe Clegg, a retired Air Force sergeant, announces a nationwide tour for write in votes. He plans a D C stop first with rest of itinerary classified, cites lack of Secret Service protection requests from President Nixon, and urges placing God and Jesus Christ first for America.
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Oklahoma City
Oklahoma
Billy Joe Clegg
Clegg
Air Force
Washington, D.C
Nixon
Dayton
Washington, D. C
Tampa
Fla
Colorado Springs
Colo
Omaha
Neb
Cameron Students Win Three Year Army ROTC Scholarships
Two Cameron College cadets Edward E. Hampton Jr. of Lawton and Jimmie L. Pool of Fort Sill are chosen for three year Army ROTC scholarships. They will receive full tuition books lab fees and other charges plus a monthly $100 subsistence allowance during college.
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Cameron College
Edward E. Hampton Jr
Lawton
Jimmie L. Pool
Fort Sill
Army Reserve Officers Training Corps
Horses Reach Full Maturity Between Five And Seven
The text notes that horses are not fully mature until they are five to seven years old, marking a developmental stage for the species.
Airport plans lease with Greer on golf course and first refusal
The airport authority directed its lease committee to insert a right of first refusal for Jack Greer in a new 10 year lease for the Municipal Golf Course. A four member inspection committee would review maintenance and grant favorable reports to trigger the first refusal. A separate 20 year lease with Jack Allen for a one acre plot includes a 10 year option and a $300 yearly rent. The authority also seeks a $14 518 90 grant from the Oklahoma Aeronautical Commission for terminal front roadwork.
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Greer
Jack Allen
Allen
Oklahoma Aeronautical Commission
Horse Domestication Traced to Ancient Times
Archaeologists note that the horse was first tamed by humans over five thousand years ago marking a turning point in transport and agriculture. The finding highlights early interactions between humans and equines shaping civilizations across Eurasia.
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American Red Cross
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Maine
Lawrence O’brien
Democratic National Committee
Sargent Shriver
Peace Corps
Lyndon B. Johnson
Can
General Electric
121H & Gore Dial
Thieu
Thuy
Ses
Shirley C. Thorne
U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration
God
Jesus Christ
Cameron
LEE
Vcan
National National Bank
Curtis Jeffreys
Poladv
Dollar Stores
Valuc
Ene
D. Ave
Altus
Frederick
Styro Ice Chest
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