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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1973
Page
6
The Lawton Constitution notes its publication schedule Monday through Friday and lists senior staff including Ned Shepler as publisher and Shirley Shepler Bentley as editor. It states AP affiliation, advertising rules, and error correction policy for corrections upon notification.
Senate Commerce Committee backs Sen John Pastore and Rep Torbie Macdonald measures to end network blackout of sold out NFL games. The bills would apply to all pro sports, pressuring NFL to allow telecasts for sold out events, with President Nixon’s signature likely.
The International Commission in Vietnam faces bankruptcy after Canada withdraws its support. Budget overruns include a $30,000 villa bill for Poland and $60,000 for Hungary rest and recreation for 299 members, prompting calls for fiscal scrutiny.
The Senate voted 54 to 39 to limit political gifts to $3,000 per candidate and consider creating a Federal Election Commission to enforce rules. Previous gifts reached $2 million and $1 million, with many $100,000 sums to Nixon and McGovern campaigns amid evasions of the act. The measure faces House debates as members near reelection. Separately New Jersey Lottery offers $500 groceries and a $4,000 station wagon in five weekly drawings from August 6 to Labor Day to boost summer sales.
The Commission on Bankruptcy Laws recommends creating multiple independent bankruptcy courts and a Federal Bankruptcy Administration as workload exceeds what U S Commissioners can handle.
The New York Stock Exchange fact book reports foreign purchases totaling 31 billion dollars in 1972, up 24 percent from 1971’s 23 billion. The gain preceded a 1973 market drop that discouraged both native and foreign clients, though some see renewed upturns sparking hope.
Former Burma premier U Nu, ousted in 1962 by Ne Win, travels to the United States to teach Buddhism at New York University. Once a Buddhist monk and later a resistance leader, he remains a vocal critic of the current regime.
A devotional note cites Hebrews 3 14 15 urging listeners to heed voices with honest confidence. It emphasizes honesty sacred obligations faithful protection and unselfish action as the source of true confidence, attributing a Franklin D. era voice to the reflection.
A compact Tribune style quip collection notes rules of law and tact. It pairs a proverbs tone with sharp takes from Chicago Tribune and Wall Street Journal quotes.
John Chamberlain surveys Senator Kennedy's idea of an expert panel on technology's social effects and Arnold Saltzman's alternative blue ribbon plan. He lists questions about inflation, Vietnam, payments, energy, agriculture, transport, interest rates, unemployment, rural decline, and resource waste, warning that without action America could dim its global standing.
A tribute to John Wooden, UCLA coach, praising his blend of discipline and faith. The piece highlights his refusal of alcohol and smoking, his religious devotion, and the respect his players show for him, naming Lew Alcindor and Bill Walton among his stars. It closes by wishing him well after a heart scare.
The piece argues that the urge to control others stems from insecurity and that mature people can enjoy romance if they avoid panic about aging. It notes that a person should not settle for coercion or desperation and stresses voluntary family cooperation rather than forcing chores on children.
A retro column recalls a cool front lowering heat without rain in Lawton. It quotes WWII ace Bobby Johnson visiting. notes 20 years ago new Lodge members Esther Hughes and Dick Horvath. linguistics institute attendees Ethel Heury and Gilbert Coonwood. a Lake Eagle Nest vacation. 30 years ago polio warning from Dr Hathaway. Rankin opens a new dairy. Rex Taylor visits Cache with Fayte Taylor. and local residents Carlton McMullin and the Taylors.
Tulsa discussion on changing to mayor council government grows as residents quote Oklahoma City example. Governor Hall is floated for 1976 national ticket, while George Nigh eyes retirement. Boren suggests party unity and fund sharing for gubernatorial candidates. Congress members oppose a pay raise though proponents say it could help.
Aries to Pisces are outlined with cautions and advice for career finances and relationships. The column highlights personal judgment, intuition, and leadership potential for various zodiac signs and notes John Galsworthy and Sir Walter Besant as birthdate authors.
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