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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1973
Page
6
The Lawton Constitution, published weekdays, lists Ned Shepler as publisher and Bill F. Bentley as editor and publisher. The paper notes membership in several associations and outlines advertising payment rules and correction policy for erroneous statements.
The piece critiques Nixon era inflation thinking, citing George Shultz and fiscal policy as misguided. It recounts Joseph DeLapp’s survey of lay explanations for inflation, finding most respondents misdefine causes and ignore productivity and policy roots. It laments the lack of clear economic understanding among poll respondents.
The article reviews President Nixon’s public defense amid Watergate coverage. It notes his denial of prior knowledge of the break in, his refusal to release tapes, and his rationale about protecting confidential presidential communications. It also covers media reaction, executive secrecy, and calls to continue national business.
The U S Department of Agriculture reports that China's early grain harvest, including rice and barley, may equal or surpass last year's excellent start. China did supplement crops with grain from the United States and other sources last year.
The excerpt presents meditations on finding pleasure in daily toil under the sun and accepting life’s fleeting nature. It cites Ecclesiastes 5 18 and a line from Edwin Robinson urging readers to live and laugh as friends pass.
A brief reflection from Holiday Inn Magazine notes that fear often stems from the unknown while familiar dangers also unsettle people. The piece contrasts curiosity with anxiety and hints at psychology’s role in everyday worry.
William F Buckley Jr argues Nixon could have called for an independent tribunal or warned of resignation if Congress moved to a censure. The piece critiques Nixon era doctrine, notes subordinate missteps, and rues the political hypocrisy and bungled abuses of power surrounding Watergate.
The piece argues the Nixon administration misplayed inflation control by sacrificing jobs, pursued costly foreign economic deals, and overpromised peace. It argues these policies caused inflation, worsened trade, and fostered voter expectations of concessions while warning of a retreat from global leadership and rising isolationism.
Yesteryears So notes the final arrivals and departures of Frisco passenger trains in Lawton today. Local events include Pat McBride and Marc Crawford leading a program for the Lawton Business and Professional Women’s Club and Robert Smith convening the Lawton Youth for Goldwater Club meeting. Mrs. Wallace Gray Jr. teaches a class at the First Methodist Woman’s Society of Christian Service. Spunky Fiona Perry of Medicine Park begins walking again after hip surgery. Berry Lee returns from two weeks in Paris Texas. Johnnie Hadley and Nova Harmon enroll in a Southwestern Tech two week workshop for emergency teaching certificates. Lois Turkle tours California.
A collection of maxims from Helps Peterson Barrymore and others. The quotes reflect wisdom about kindness laughter life sacrifice and daily effort as keys to happiness and success. Notable lines emphasize gentleness humility humor plans versus work and appreciating affordable food.
The piece argues doubt tests new love but strong bonds curb insecurities. It advises parents to nurture children’s sense of being loved after fights and stresses desk order relates more to work output than boss judgment.
Thursday forecasts by star sign for August 23 1973 highlight bold moves in Aries and cautious progress in Taurus and Libra. Notables include Leo Virgo cusp traits and potential careers in medicine, business, or art for those born today Louis XVI Gene Kelly listed.
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