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Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1963

Page

2

Police Court Dispositions From Municipal Judge Oaks

A list of police court cases disposed today by Municipal Judge J Merle Oaks. Defendants include J of fwe soColG improper backing with 320 bond forfeited. Bessie Rogers speed limit with 20 bond. Henry Tointigh resisting arrest bond forfeited. Joyce Best straight on right turn arrow and running Stop sign bonds forfeited. many others with fines from 5 to 20 dollars and several bond forfeitures. Public drunkenness charges listed with two bond forfeited.

J.merle Oaks Fwe Socolg Bessie L. RoGgers SIS Henry Tointigh Joyce Y. Best Vovid J. Carter Oak J.g Roach Runyon Drive Moma Public Nuisence King Shirve Liberty Togor N. McDonald Fort Sill Havor Charles E. Morrison Rain E. Pilgrum Nokine R. Brockood SP N Paplerson Jerry W. Lowey Johnny L. Olsen N. 46Th Stovwre Accent Opie E. Jennings Kinyon Ruening Redight Or G. Strout Slop Sqn Lonett G. Leggett Cornedith K. Jones Pollard Steven A. Smith Jones Kenneth A. Couns Adewice R. Fox Jimmy R. Rollins J. L. Mustitch Witten J. Wolbert Free A. Stromselm Walter L. Gerrett Junior L. Gerrett N. Smeri- Gon William McCowan Sos Patterson Aubrey Albert J. Foster James &. Mochen Horiend T. 4Orel Frederick Hammond Cheyenne Ciree James Ledford India Derby Nelson Borrow James J. Dougles Dootittle Harold N. Henderson Apache Helen M. Broock

Court Frees Unexpected Stripper in Edinburgh Festival

A stripper who was wheeled nude across Edinburgh’s gallery during a festival performance was acquitted of indecency. The showman Kenneth Dewey and publisher John Calder faced charges, Calder’s case dropped. Dewey claimed the act was for an unorthodox television program.

Edinburgh Scotland Kesselaar McEwan Fia John Calder Calder Kenneth Dewey San Francisco

Phone Rates Rise in 22 Towns in Oklahoma

Oklahoma City General Telephone of the Southwest received a 184000 dollar approval from the state corporation commission for a 497000 dollar annual rate increase. The new rates are effective this month and mostly add under two dollars monthly. The largest rise affects Broken Arrow with 3.90 dollars for business lines and 2.05 for residential single party lines.

Oklahoma City UPI General Telephone of Southwest Corporation Commission Broken Arrow Gate Arnett Avant Gage Goodwell Raw Keyes Ramona Supply Barnsdall Boise City Laverne Texhoma Beaver Buffalo Fairfax Hominy Shattuck Stroud Waynoka

Prosecutor Raps Belli On Calling Jack Ruby Insane

Dallas District Attorney Henry Wade attacked defense lawyers for labeling Jack Ruby insane after he killed Lee Harvey Oswald. Wade accused Belli of alternating praise and insanity verdicts, noting press statements and a psychiatrist's assessment cited by the Dallas Times Herald.

Belli Jack Ruby Dallas UPI Henry Wade Ruby Lee Harvey Oswald Kennedy Francisco Wade Dallas Times Herald

Tulsa Boy Dies Of Asphyxiation

In Tulsa a one year old boy named John Edward died from asphyxiation after a heater burned up the room's oxygen. The incident is reported by UPI.

Tulsa UPI John Edward

Shoplifter Prefers Cheaper Coat in Court Testimony

Mrs Joyce Rose 33 admitted stealing a $280 coat then a $72 coat from separate stores. She told the court she preferred the cheaper style, explaining her motive as liking the lower price.

London UPI Joyce Rose

Good Manners and Soft Words Open Difficult Passage

A concise reflection notes that courteous speech and patient behavior help resolve tough situations. It emphasizes restraint and politeness as practical tools for overcoming obstacles and improving outcomes.

Trailer Fire Claims Two Lives In Oklahoma City

Fire at a trailer home left three others homeless after two occupants died. The deceased include Dennis Wade Hoyle born September 6 1962 and his wife, both connected to Fort Sill. Investigators cited a cigaret left burning and boxes of stainless steel cookware in the blaze. Funeral services will be announced by Becker Funeral Home.

Ial Cox Wood Hoyle Baltimore Becker Funeral Home Rock Island Fort Sill Germany Hq. Btry Usaamc Delbert L. Hoyle Dennis Wade

Democratic Platform Meeting Canceled In Oklahoma City

The Oklahoma state Democratic Party announced that the Platform Committee meeting planned for today was canceled due to icy roads. No new date was set as the committee, tasked with drafting the party platform, awaits rescheduling.

Oklahoma City Democratic Party

Santa Visits Fort Sill Cub Pack 188 for Awards and Christmas Cheer

Santa Claus greeted Fort Sill Cub Scout Pack 188 on Wednesday as the cubs received gifts and presented handmade gifts to parents. Lt. Gregory Clives awarded Wolf, Lion, and Bear badges to members, announced advances to Boy Scouts and Webelos, and named Ralph Keyport new den chief for den 3.

Santa Claus Fort Sill Old St. Nick Den Helen Lee Lewis Gregory Clives Paul N. Gurlea William Kyle Richer Bass Michael McKindra Heyman Harp Jr Greg Chase Dwight Harp Felton Jones Jr David Selvey William Gregory Paul Sickman Paul Richards Mercer Lee Bruce Chidsey Fred Beck Mark Chariton Jeff Thomas Steven Roberson Wolf Charlie Stowe Lion Richard Weldon Patrick Ximenes Reuben Brown Joseph Masoni Randy Simons Deware Stone Timothy J. Guriea Boy Scouts Webelos Ralph Keyport Boy Scout Troop 173

Barley Seeding Time Cut Could Boost Yields

University of Arizona agronomist Dr. Bob Dennis recommends planting barley in mid November instead of mid December to reduce seeding rate and raise yields. He cites a well pre irrigated seedbed and a properly functioning grain drill as additional keys.

Barley Tucson Ariz UPT University of Arizona Bob Dennis

Pope Paul VI confirms Jan pilgrimage to Israel and Jordan

Vatican confirms Pope Paul VI will visit Israel and Jordan in January for the Holy Land pilgrimage. Plan includes Jan 4 in Amman and Jan 5 in Israel with Mass at Bethlehem’s Church of the Nativity and return to Rome on Jan 6.

Vatican City Vatican Paul VI Israel Jordan Holy Land Rome Amman Church of the Nativity Bethlehem Jerusalem

No Teacher Can Be Solon Nesbitt

The attorney general told the state supreme court that it is unconstitutional for a person to hold both roles as legislator and teacher. He argued the arrangement violates separation of powers, noting the earlier opinion limited to districts receiving state funds.

Ae City UPI State Supreme Court

Weather Summary from Oklahoma State Overnight

Brisk northerly winds end snow showery spell as temperatures warm to the upper teens and 40s. Much of the state sees melting with sunny skies, icy spots fading. light sleet possible in extreme south. readings range from the upper teens to mid thirties across towns like Guymon Ponca City Ardmore and Altus.

Guymon Ponca City Ardmore

Improvement Group To Meet In Lawton View Announced

The Lawton View Improvement Association will meet at 8 p m Monday in the Dunbar school auditorium. Rev H P Parris president announced plans for the Lawton View will be discussed, followed by committee reports and a Christmas party.

Lawton View

Seven New Lawton Chamber Directors To Be Installed

Seven Lawton business and professional men will join the Lawton Chamber of Commerce January 3 as new directors. The incoming slate includes Milo Gore, Jack Raulston, Dr Byron Stock, Bill F Bentley, Jim Arkenin, W D Ford Jr, and D Fountain. Retiring directors are C R Ellsworth, George Witten, Clarence Aubrey, James A Black, Ross H Porter, Spec Sanders, Rex Madeira and O B. Remaining on the board are T D Nicklas, Exall English, George Barber, Bill Johnson, John Keathley, Lloyd Meadors and Dale Thompson.

Lawton The Lawton Chamber of Com Milo Gor Jack Raulston Byron Scock Bill F. Bentley Jim Arkentin W. D. Ford Jr D. Fountain Ic. R. Ellsworth George Whit T. D. Nicklas Exall English George Barber Bill Johnson John Keathley Lloyd Meadors Dale Thompson

Police Complaints Snubbed By FBI in Sinatra Jr Case

Los Angeles Police Chief William H. Park said his intelligence unit was not called in or kept informed by the FBI regarding the Sinatra Jr kidnapping. He criticized the agency while a Washington FBI spokesman refused to dignify the complaints with a comment.

Los Angeles UPI Frank Sinatra Jr Washington William H. Park United Press International Amed FBI Parker Ashington Federal

$1.5 Million Suit Filed Against Southern Hills

Tulsa AP report notes a $1.5 million lawsuit filed against Southern Hills National Bank and 13 organizers or directors. Three couples owning 30 shares seek $1 million to recover funds plus $500,000 in punitive damages from named individuals and the corporation. The action protects stockholders after the bank’s assets were sold and questions directors authority and unapproved actions.

Tulsa Southern Hills National Bank Southern Hills National Bank Corporation

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