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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1955
Page
4
Christmas trees are pretty but fire hazards. Co manche county agent Lewis Haydock warns moisture evaporates as cut trees dry and easy ignition follows. He offers fireproofing via ammonium sulfate or calcium chloride, instructs on treating the trunk and optional fire resistant cotton.
Births listed include a daughter to Claude Johnson at 2101 Atlanta on Dec 16 weighing 9 lb 6 oz and a son to Frank J. Stuever at 312 Arlington weighing 9 lb 12 oz. Additional births and admissions cover Duncan and Shawnee areas with weights, times, and parent names, plus several discharges and medical cases across local addresses.
William A Fowler 80 of 2742 died at 12 20 a m today at home after five weeks bedfast and three years illness. Born August 20 1875 in Hopkins county Kentucky he was a farmer most of life, lived in Hanson Kentucky and Arizona before returning. Survived by four daughters Montie Peterson Helen Hall Jackie Clark Marvin Davenort Earl Harris two sons A J Fowler Hershel Fowler a brother Clyde Fowler a sister Sally Ashby and 15 grandchildren plus three great grandchildren. Body to be sent to Madisonville Kentucky Saturday afternoon for last rites and Providence cemetery Hanson with Becker Funeral home in charge.
The Oklahoma City market notes state agriculture prices for wheat No. 1 hard at 2.02 in multiple towns, broilers down one, hens steady with limited supplies, eggs firm though trade needs tight, butterfat steady, and pecans weaker in Tulsa and Muskogee. Chicago butter prices and car quotes accompany the report.
Principals across more than 10 000 high schools nominate 60 000 seniors for this year’s talent search. About 2 500 advance to finals from 5 000 seniors, with 500 merit scholars and 2 000 certificates of merit to be identified. Merit Scholars receive varying scholarships. colleges gain tuition grants up to 1 500 per year.
TENNESON was released by the Red Chinese Tuesday in Hong Kong and landed in Tokyo Wednesday night. He, home for the first time since 1949 when he went to Korea and was captured, refused repatriation along with 21 other GIs. Three others returned months ago and were dishonorably discharged. He criticized their actions and said others in China would likely return someday. He preferred farming in Minnesota and asked not to be bothered, noting eight hours sleep since arriving.
Oklahoma official Steed warns against trading Fort Sill for Wichita Mountains wildlife while seeking a workable compromise. Congress authorized land purchase and a token paper transfer, but Interior declines title. He also touts a proposed superhighway plan, noting U.S. 66 and 77 as key routes to boost federal funding for Oklahoma roads.
The Women's Missionary Society of the Comanche Indian Mission of the Reformed church north of Lawton will hold a bazaar Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. in the church basement. Mrs. Maude Blevins, president, said items made by the society will be sold to raise funds for the Christmas drive.
Mrs. John Bruce Dodd of Spokane Washington originated Father's Day in 1910, shaping a national observance honoring fathers and family bonds.
Miss Maxene McGowan secretary to Mayor C R Ellsworth received the 190 cash prize for Most Outstanding City Employee. Ellsworth also got a diamond ring from city employees as part of the annual Christmas party awards. Eight employees were named outstanding. the event featured a string band and civic officials.
Nine Fairmont Foods workers received service pins for long service at the company Christmas party held at Emerson School. Pins recognized 20 years for Melvin Price, 15 for Fred Mallon and J. H. Davidson, and 10 years for Woodrow Puttkamer A B Hook Tom Clanton Velma Marburger Oma Lee Gillespie and Mary Bell Perkins. Santa distributed gifts as 350 attendees, including many children, enjoyed the program led by Bill Striegel and Cleo Craig.
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