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Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Dec 30, 1955

Page

8

Fund Raisers Defend Price Of Bible Text

The Aramaic Bible Foundation defends paying 1.4 million dollars for the Yonan Codex, calling criticism from the Society of Biblical Literature and Exegesis the work of disgruntled persons. They assert the codex is the oldest complete New Testament in Aramaic, with Christ and his followers speaking that language. Norman M. Yonan owns the manuscript, which is being shown nationwide to raise funds for purchase.

Washington Aramaic Bible Foundation Society of Biblical Literature and Exegesis Biblical Literature Society New York The Bible Foundation Norman M. Yonan Assyria Foundation

Californians Begin Clean Up Job After Floods

California faced 61 deaths in the state and 13 in Oregon, totaling 74, with damage exceeding 150 million dollars as floodwaters receded. Residents across 43 counties faced slime and ruined belongings while aid from the Red Cross SBA and other agencies moved in. FHA extended mortgage repayment time for flood victims unable to pay.

California Oregon Red Cross Small Business Administration Tule Kaweah Alviso San Francisco Bay Federal Housing Authority

Scientists Find Rust-Resistant Strains Of Corn

ATLANTA scientists report corn rust disease could devastate the U.S. crop. Researchers from the University of Wisconsin describe resistant corn strains, some from Mexico and South America, and warn new rust threats could move across the corn belt, delaying commercial seed for years.

Atlanta America Mexico South America American Assn J. G. Dickson P. M. Lerous R. Syamananda A. L. Flangas University of Wisconsin Corn Belt

Tulsa Negro Man Detective Charged With Extortion

Amos Hall a Tulsa Negro attorney and civic leader and Detective Set. John Smitherman are charged in Common pleas Court with extortion. Hall bonded at 2000 dollars and Smitherman released on his own recognizance. Edmondson alleges they took 2200 dollars from a local Negro businessman after threatening to file charges. The burglar Isaac Williams pleaded guilty to a theft charge. Smitherman suspended and ouster proceedings to be filed. Smitherman joined the police force in 1912.

Tulsa Okla Amos Hall Set John Smitherman Common Pleas Hall Smitherman Atty Howard Edmondson Edmondson Isaac Williams John W. Henderson

Haymes In Feud Over Rita Hayworth Film Rehearsal

Los Angeles headlines report Dick Haymes and Rita Hayworth tied to a studio dispute over the 1955 film Joseph and His Brethren. Executives testified Haymes removed his then wife from a four million dollar production after a rehearsal in Jerry Wald’s office led to tension and a later breach of contract suit by Rita Hayworth.

Los Angeles Dick Haymes Rita Hayworth Columbia Studios Haymes Jerry Wald U.S Ben Harrison Wald Joseph and His Rita Ward Miss Hayworth

New York Night Spots Sell Out for New Year Eve

New Yorkers swarm to big clubs as reservations surge and prices stay near last year. Embassy Club and Knight Box top at 30 dollars. Versailles charges 25 with a 2.50 rise. Chateau Madrid Copacabana and Latin Quarter sold out. Stork Club booked solid. 3 a.m. closing law may trim late hours but big venues expect strong takings. Smaller restaurants offer open house with no reservations or price hikes.

Embassy Club Knight Box Ambassador Hotel Park Avenue Chateau Madrid Copacabana Latin Quarter Versailles East 50Th Street Stork Club East 52Nd Street

Rent A Refrigerator Range Or Washer Ad

Rent A Refrigerator Range Or Washer from Wolverton Electric and Applla at 314 S Std 1302 Sheridan Rd NCE Pho 181 Pho 8120.

S. Std Sheridan Rd NCE Wolverton Electric Co

Infant illnesses that damage the brain often are causes of men deficiency

Infant brain damaging illnesses frequently lead to male health deficiencies. The article discusses how early neurological disorders influence later male development and risks, highlighting medical researchers and potential preventative strategies.

Evening TV Schedule Highlights and Classic Programs

A scan of Friday broadcast slots lists News and Weather segments at 6 and 4 PM, followed by a mix of variety shows, Westerns, and game programs. Notable entries include Gun smoke, Lawrence Welk, Annie Oakley, and The Honeymooners with multiple airings across the evening lineup.

News & Weather Annie Oakley John Daly Eddie Fisher Andy’s

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