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Newspaper

Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Aug 28, 1955

Page

12

Lawton Constitution masthead and policy notes

The page lists editorial staff and departments for The Lawton Constitution and Morning Press, including Ned Shepler as editor, F Bentley as business manager, W R Rice advertising, and circulation leads. It provides address, Sunday publication schedule, classified formats, and subscription rates for Southwest Oklahoma and outside areas. Also notes Associated Press membership and correction policy.

Lawton Okla Congress Oklahoma Press Association Southern Newspaper Publishers Association Audit Bureau of Circulations Constitution Constitution-Press Oklahoma Associated Press AP News

A Call to End McCarthy Era Lawlessness in US

The outgoing ABA leader cheers a bloodless revolution by lawyers to restore liberties as McCarthyism wanes. A broad reappraisal questions anti- Communist probes and the use of lynch law. Four security threats are outlined, stressing public disclosure of aims over hiding secrets.

American Bar Association American Republic United States McCarthy America Democratic Party

Noted Verses and Adison Lines Reflect On Judgment

A brief excerpt quotes Acts 7 7 about bondage and deliverance and cites Ad dison lines expressing anxious waiting for divine judgment. The two lines frame fate and service in a reflective, religious tone.

Lawton Faces Large Water Supply and Flood Control Effort

City officials discuss a joint flood control and water supply program with the Corps of Engineers in Tulsa. Federal participation may take two to five years and require congressional action, while a city only option remains possible. A multi million dollar bond issue is almost certain.

Lawton Midwest Southwest Corps of Engineers Tulsa Congress Lake Lawtonka

Why Industry Is Moving The Louisville Times

The AFL complains of industrial plant migration to the South citing subsidies and hostile union climate while noting deeper forces. The main cause is industry moving closer to markets, raw materials, and power, with New England’s obsolescence and venturesomeness also part of the picture.

American Federation of Labor C.I.C Massachusetts John F. Kennedy South A.F.L New England Council of Economic Advisers

Red Cross Appeals for Flood Aid to Oklahoma

Eastern and northeastern flood victims prompt a national Red Cross appeal. Oklahoma residents are urged to contribute through their local Red Cross chapter to aid fellow citizens devastated by floods, continuing a tradition of disaster relief after past tornado responses.

Oklahoma American Red Cross Red Cross

Kerr Alleges Leadership Lesson From George Praise

Sen. Robert Kerr of Oklahoma fires a sharp remark after widespread acclaim for Sen. Walter George of Georgia. Kerr quips that the administration is learning about leadership by George, delivering the last word in a tense Washington moment.

Joseph McCarthy R-Wis Washington Walter George D- Ga Munster Robert Kerr D-Okla George

Sound financial guidance for young wives from We the Women

Ruth Millett presents enduring advice for brides who plan to work after marriage. She urges setting a time limit on work, assigning the wife’s paycheck to immediate expenses and savings, and living within a budget to maintain mutual respect. The tips stress savings, restraint, and avoiding lifestyle inflation while both spouses work.

Ruth Millett

Hunters Urged to Avoid Shooting Wires During Dove Season

Bill Needham of the telephone company cautions hunters not to shoot birds on wires or toward cables as dove season opens. He notes wires carry conversations and vital services. Past totals show 116 wires shot in 1954 and 65 in the first half of this year. three simple rules emphasize not shooting at birds on wires, toward wires, or at insulators or crossarms.

Bill Needham Telephone Company Needham

Loss Claims On State Wheat Crop In Oklahoma

The Federal Crop Insurance Corp reports $3,125,422 in loss claims for Oklahoma's 1955 wheat crop filed by 5,836 farmers in 22 western counties with FDIC coverage. Myron Moore, state director, says most claims have been paid while others are processed.

Stillwater Okla Federal Crop Insurance Corp Oklahoma Myron Moore

Quotables from Hollywood on Faces and Fame

Hollywood stars share sharp thoughts on beauty fame and human nature. Jerry Lewis searches for the un laughing Face in theater crowds while Dolores Del Rio praises beauty Maureen O Hara fights for The King and I and Mel Ferrer reflects on his horse like features and its effect on Audrey Hepburn.

Hollywood NEA Jerry Lewis Mel Ferrer Audrey Hepburn

Eisenhower 1956 Run Rumors and Campaign Signals

The piece surveys Republican leaders weighing President Eisenhower's possible 1956 bid. It notes Ike and Mamie may not block renomination, cites West Point discipline and duty to country, recalls past flirtations with not running, and mentions support from Joe Martin, Bill Knowland, and GOP тactics. It also touches on Ike's potential Europe trip and the ruby anniversary with Mamie.

Ike Mamie White House West Point GOP Gettysburg Washington Army Congress Martin Senate Bill Knowland California Knowland Eisenhower Ruby FBI Secret Service Premier Bulganin Soviet Union U.S MVD Europe Thomas Tip) O’neill Massachusetts Priscilla Beach Mass O’neill Kip Olin Johnston South Carolina Harpers Ferry W. Va Harley Staggers Joe Martin Joe James Haley Florida Ringling Brothers, Barnum and Bailey Circus

Rooney backs sons' acting careers with pride and support

Mickey Rooney expresses pride in the family business and says he will continue to support his sons in acting as long as it does not harm them. He notes the career has brought him enjoyment and is cautious about overstepping.

Mickey Rooney

Actor Guy Madison on Action Films Weariness and Surprises

Guy Madison says action pictures are rough and tiring both physically and mentally. He notes audiences tire of constant stunts and plans to surprise viewers occasionally to keep interest fresh.

Guy Madison

Ma Kettle character kept clean says Marjorie Main

Actress Marjorie Main discusses maintaining a wholesome Ma Kettle persona. She notes occasional script pressure for suggestive content but refuses to compromise the rural image.

Marjorie Main Ma Kettle

Dorothy Dandridge on photo layouts worries about posing

Dorothy Dandridge expresses fear of photographers and cameras when asked to pose for magazine layouts. She states the motion picture camera does not bother her but posing in layouts makes her want to flee.

Dorothy Dandridge

Jack Webb weighs TV future amid Drag Net pace

Jack Webb says he may quit TV after completing the 55 Drag Nets due to the back breaking, relentless pace. He notes the public does not understand or care and that long hours threaten his health, prompting thoughts of taking a rest to shorten his life.

Jack Webb

Split Terms Across Puzzle Clues and Answers

A word puzzle listing across and down clues split by numbering. Entries include 22nd and 24th President, various descriptors and objects, with several thematic word pairings and standard crossword terms.

Puzzie clues answer set for Lohengrin bride to Seine

Lohengrin's bride corresponds to Elsa. Bamboolike grass is alfalfa or bamboo grass, but puzzle hints suggest swamp reed or bamboo grass. Bounded is confined. Eye membrane is cornea. Thus means hence. Fishing boat is dory or lugger. Have existed is were. Jewel is gem. Feminine appellation is Miss. Heavy blow is rap or sock. Scatters is strewS. Conclusion is end. He died at the end of seventy one? Seine is river. Make lace is tat.

Anonymous party returns loot from cap pistol robbery

The Tulsa case grows complex as an anonymous party mails $231 of the loot to Sheriff Glenn H. Brown with a note naming Red Fork Safeway. J. L. Henson of Sapulpa, 45, confesses to the $300 cap pistol robbery, saying he believed the haul was about $110. Safeway estimates the loss at $338.17.

Tulsa Sheriff's Office Glenn H. Brown Red Fork

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The Lawton Constitution and Morning Press Ned Shepler F. Bentley W. R. Rice W. D Hargraves JOE House H. ©. Ahlschlager By Walter Lippmann Addison Louisville Times Kerr By Galbraith Erskine Johnson Dolores del Rio Greta Garbo Frank Lovejoy Maureen ~ O’hara the King and I Deborah Kerr Tom McNamara Drew Pearson House Washington Pipeline Liz Cleveland Frances Cleveland Piani Mr. Chane
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