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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1974
Page
4
The Lawton Constitution lists staff including Billi F. Bentley as Editor and Publisher and Wm. H. Sullivan as President. Other roles named are Shirley Shepler Bentley, Donald S. Bentley, Stephen F. Bentley, Ted Ralston, Alfred Wallace, and W.D. Hargraves. It also notes memberships in professional associations and the Audit Bureau of Circulations.
Harvard nutritionist Dr. Jean Mayer argues cutting grain used for beer and liquor could feed millions. He cites past actions by President Truman to curb distilling for wartime aid and notes current production consumes vast grain amounts versus feeding needs.
The American Medical Association declared at its Portland Oregon convention that physicians, not legislators, should set death criteria. It opposes statutory death definitions and supportsBrain function cessation as a criterion, while noting the need for careful encephalogram use to prevent erroneous organ harvesting.
Attorney General William B. Saxbe is appointed Ambassador to India succeeding Daniel Moynihan who returns to Harvard. Saxbe, a moderate Republican from Ohio, gave up his Senate seat for the post and has long shown interest in India during his tenure.
More than a million pilgrims will converge on the Kaaba in Mecca on December 25 for the climactic day of the hajj. Saudi authorities cope with hundreds of thousands from around the world as preparations proceed. The Prophet Mohammed offers absolution to those making the pilgrimage with pure heart and mind.
A devotional reflection cites II Corinthians 6 14 16 urging believers to avoid partnerships with nonbelievers and to honor the Lord as the temple of God. It contrasts light and darkness and warns against unions with idols.
Kathy Ryan writes about Connie Ryan historian of World War II who chronicled kings and the battles at Oosterbeek and beyond. He died Nov 23 after a seven year struggle with bone cancer while finishing A Bridge Too Far. Friends remember his strength and his Rules of Reportage.
William F Buckley Jr argues that New York senators Javits and Buckley face a media driven feud over who becomes Senate Republican Conference chair with Curtis also in the race The piece frames the dispute as a molehill that exposes inflation of political differences and notes the personal dynamics shaping the lobbying and public reaction
Ernest Cuneo argues for immediate public works and credit expansion to employ millions. He cites Senate and House bills, compares to New Deal programs, and warns against laissez faire while urging rapid funding of infrastructure to build capital assets and reduce debt.
Yesteryears notes recall Lawton and Southwest Oklahoma's first frequency modulated radio station KLAW going on the air. Other items mention holiday visits by the Mabrys of Baytown Texas, church activities, a Hook and Whirl Square Dance Club hosts, and service members including Tech Sergeant Paul Van Zandt stationed in Italy.
A reflection on how cinema often shows crime over lawfulness and how dreams reveal logic beyond conscious rules. The piece argues emotional maturity is best learned by example, not preaching, citing a father whose actions undermine his lessons during a household chore.
In Oklahoma Henry Bellmon and Edmondson benefit from Tulsa County margins. Four justices of the State Supreme Court disqualified in the Bellmon Mondson case. A ruling will show four were not enough. Jim Inhofe nears a governor bid with one rival ahead. David Boren aides mostly newcomers set to tour the capitol.
Aries through Pisces provide guidance on partnerships, projects, and judgment. The piece notes strong business sense for Capricorns and predicts success for writers, educators, and lecturers born under Capricorn. Notable birthdays include Matthew Arnold Eng Howard Hughes Ava Gardner.
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