Scott Farm Plan Faces Skepticism From Ag Experts
Washington NEA experts cast a wary eye on Len Kerr Scott's farm plan unveiled in Council Bluffs. The idea seeks 100 percent parity for small farmers while applying graduated limits to major crops, replacing acreage allotments and aiming to curb surpluses. Critics warn administration and practicality hurdles, citing potential loopholes and market impacts.
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Len W. Kerr Scott
North Carolina
Council Bluffs
Iowa
Scott
The Memorable Woman Who Lets Her True Self Show
A large group of women passes by and one stands out not for beauty but for ease and authenticity. She is relaxed, attentive, and unafraid to be herself, letting others see a friendly, interested person rather than a polished mask.
Oklahoma City Poultry and Eggs Market Prices Report
Oklahoma City price sheet lists state agriculture department figures for wheat brooders and hens, No 1 broilers and eggs, with steady to slightly lower spots. Butterfat and pecans show mixed firming trends. livestock and cattle markets outline bids, loads, and price ranges for beef steers, stockers, cows, hogs, and sheep with modest declines across categories.
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Sanity Test Faces Would-Be death by own action
In Oklahoma City Asa Beck a 45 year old Guthrie resident climbed 250 feet up a television tower to protest his family’s plight. Troopers coaxed him down after more than an hour as he warned of jumping before sundown. He said his wife and six children were starving and officers planned a mental hearing while noting welfare funds had been misused.
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Asa Beck
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Guthrie
Mildred Patterson
Oklahoma County
Eisenhower health update and 1952 term decision talks
President Eisenhower continues convalescence after a heart attack with a strict rest schedule from noon to 230 pm daily. Doctors say fatigue appears after busy periods but no schedule changes are planned. A mid February decision on seeking a second term is advised by Snyder, while Bridges hopes for a pre February 11 primary filing.
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California
Eisenhower
Howard M. Snyder
Gettysburg
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New Hampshire
Hospital Births and Admissions Chronicle
Hospital notices list births and admissions across multiple addresses, including the Eaves and Beerwinkle families. Entries record birth times, weights, and new arrivals as well as patients admitted for medical or surgical care at various Oklahoma locations.
Gallup Polls Shape GOP Strategy For 1956 Election
Washington opinion pieces analyze George Gallup polls showing young voters favor Democrats 3 to 2, with Eisenhower capable of narrowing the gap if he runs. The author questions GOP reliance on a single personalities and calls for broader party reforms to attract youth and independents while preserving two party fairness.
Taylor Praises Fort Sill City Civilian Ties
General Maxwell D. Taylor, Army chief of staff, commends Lawton and Fort Sill for strong soldier civilian cooperation. He thanks Mayor Esworth for outreach and urges continued joint efforts to resolve local issues affecting the mission and mutual interests. Best wishes are extended for the city’s continued prosperity.
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Fort Sill
Lawton - Fort Sill
C. R. Esworth
Taylor
Lawton
Local newspaper policy note on subscriptions and corrections
The Associated Press holds exclusive rights to local news and AP dispatches in this paper. Advertisers must pay in advance or have written authorization from local business men. Any erroneous reflections or false facts will be corrected upon notification to management.
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Bible verse and quotation on mortal hope
The quoted lines reflect a religious meditation on life, death, and eternal hope. The speaker notes heart joy and restored flesh in hope, while a second author imagines human life overlaid on a golden foundation of immortality.
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Hillard
No Part Time Job for Eisenhower 1956 Run
The piece argues that while Democrats fear a false image of full control, Eisenhower’s own statements and public hours suggest he intends a gradual return to duties. It notes his naps, bridge games, and recreational time, and asserts he would decline another term if not wholly capable, trusting the public to accept his decision.
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Camp David
Washington
Silent protests trail hydrogen tests and the arms pace
The piece argues neutralists protest less against Russian atom tests than American ones, noting fallout affects Japan and Europe. It contends Soviet aggression pressures U S testing to deter European invasion, while neutralists excuse Moscow and overlook shared responsibility in arms races and global fallout.
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mid-Pacific
Japan
Paris
Europe
Highways use even and odd numbers for directions
Q A- Are both odd and even numbers used in designating U S highways A The highways running from east to west are identified by even numbers and those from north to south by odd numbers Q Has the Lee Mansion in Arlington National Cemetery been dedicated as a permanent memorial to Gen Robert E Lee A Yes President Eisenhower has approved the resolution As a tribute to the family into which the leader of the Confederate armed forces married the resolution changes the name of the mansion to the Custis Lee Mansion Q What is the oldest epic poem of Western Europe A Tain Bo Cuailnge or the Cooley Cattle Raid This is Irelands most famous tale of ancient times Q What is treason A The Constitution defines treason precisely as the act of levying war against the United States adhering to the United States enemies and giving them aid and comfort
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Europe
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Chickasha Rotarians To Fete 10 Fort Sill Allied Officers
Ten allied officers from Fort Sill join Chickasha Rotary Club on December 15 for a Christmas party at the Oklahoma College for Women Student Union Building. The group, from Norway Pakistan Nationalist China Denmark Thailand and Turkey, will travel by government transport and be introduced in uniforms. A planned Christmas shopping trip to Oklahoma City is set for December 22.
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Artillery and Guided Missile
Oklahoma College For Women
Greeks Leave Korea After Role in UN Command
About 180 Greek expeditionary forces returned home Sunday, leaving a 10 man delegation to represent Greece in the United Nations command.
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Sooner Citizen Dies In Denison Wreck
Milford Garland Long of Ardmore Oklahoma, aged 59, was killed when his car left U S 75 and struck a railroad embankment just north of Denison Texas yesterday.
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Okla
Here
U. S. 75
Realtors To Hold Convention Here In Lawton
Three hundred Oklahoma realtors will convene at the Hotel Lawtonian for a state convention in October 1956. Kermit Dees, president of the Lawton Real Estate board, announced the site after Oklahoma Real Estate association directors chose Lawton in a Sunday meeting. Jack Pedouw of Tulsa is association president. Definite dates have not been set.
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Lawtonian
Kermit Dees
Lawton Real Estate Board
Oklahoma Real Estate Association
Lawton
Oklahoma City
Dees
Walter M. Smith
Jack Pedouw
Tulsa
Across The Air Music Puzzle word list
A crossword style prompt listing clues and partial phrases for a music themed puzzle. Clues cover a wide range from basic verbs to nouns and places, challenging solvers to fill 57 entries across a grid.
Knight to Attend English Meetings Of Salvation Army
Capt Lonnie Knight Lawton Salvation Army unit commanding officer was chosen to attend the International Staff College in London England from April 5 through May 31 1956 as a representative of 15 Southern states He will receive a refresher course on Salvation Army work the Bible and will hear leaders from Christian groups He is a South Carolina native who came to Lawton seven years ago from Dallas Texas and has 20 years in Salvation Army work.
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Lawton
Salvation Army
International Staff College
London
England
Knight
Staff College
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South Carolina
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Tex
Cellist Pablo Casals Arrives in Puerto Rico for Three Month Visit
World renowned cellist Pablo Casals arrived in San Juan to begin a three month stay in his mother’s homeland. The trip aligns with his upcoming 79th birthday on February 29 as noted in dispatches from Puerto Rico.
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Puerto Rico
Pablo Casals
Georgia to Sell Parks If Segregation Cannot Be Maintained
Georgia officials Lt. Gov. Ernest Vandiver and House Speaker Marvin Moate said yesterday that the state will sell its parks if it is not possible to legally maintain segregation in them.
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Atlanta
Ernest Vandiver
Marvin Moate
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