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Newspaper

Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Feb 03, 1954

Page

9

Haymes and Hayworth Arrive After 24 Hour Siege Ends

Ex wife Joanne Dru obtained a civil arrest order against Dick Haymes for 33 323 dollars claiming he owed support for three children and repayment of taxes during the marriage. Deputies served the order at the Hotel Madison after a 24 hour siege and left after a compromise reached by counsel.

New York Dick Haymes Rita Hayworth Haymes Madison Suite Joanne Dru Miss Dru John Ireland Bartley Crum Miss Hayworth

Rotary Club Hears Home Safety Talk

Dr. William T. Newsome of the state health department told the Lawton Rotary club that accidents kill more children annually than five major diseases. He urged parents to make homes safe and model safe habits, noting many accidents are preventable with care. Joe Hamilton of the Crippled Children's Commission accompanied him and introduced the speaker.

William T. Newsome State Health Department Lawton Rotary Club

Jimmy Roosevelt to resist wife's demand in divorce case

In Los Angeles Romelle Roosevelt seeks 2000 dollars plus 900 monthly child support from James Roosevelt, eldest son of the late President. Roosevelt plans to fight, with his lawyer set to subpoena insurers' books and earnings records. He alleges blackmail and improper conduct by his wife amid divorce claims, while her lawyers push back stating the suit lacks sufficient evidence.

Los Angeles Romelle Roosevelt James Roosevelt Samuel B. Picone Clifford A. McLin Roosevelt Aes Bach Sciucishie

Friman Promoted To Sales Manager At Ford Company

Glenn Friman of Jake Witzel Ford has been promoted to sales manager after serving in the sales department since last July. A Lawton resident, he previously led a wholesale grocery firm. The Frimans live at 1114 Lake with two daughters, Mrs. Jimmy Allred of Kansas City and Sandra Sue, a Lawton High School senior.

Glenn Friman Jake

City Man Treated For Stab Wounds

S. L. Beal, 24, of 1614 Jefferson, was treated last night at Memorial hospital for arm and shoulder stab wounds and was released after treatment. Policeman Johnny Rhodes and Quanah Dewberry investigated the case. no arrest was made.

S. L. Beal Jefferson Memorial Hospital Beal Johnny Rhodes Quanah Dewberry

Income Tax Returns by Edwards and Edwards in Lawton

By appointment any hour day or night Edwards and Edwards offer tax return preparation services in Lawton at 4224 E. phone 1652 8391.

Lawton Edwards & Edwards

Cameron College Names Who's Who Winners in Yearbook

Cameron College students select nine members for Who's Who in the yearbook Wichita. Awards honor scholarship, activities, and popularity. Winners include Kay Cagle Wilcoxson Loveland Elmer Breeden Carter Most Intellectual. Marcille Burns Southerland Lawton Most Dependable. Jacquetta Thorn Indiahoma and Don Hurley Marlow Best Looking. Mary Klass Lawton Most Likely to Succeed. Bob Vance football Most Popular Player now at University of Florida. Rogers Morgan Overbrook.

Cameron College Ronnie Hag Oos Tananaete Wichita Cameron Kay Cagle Wilcoxson Loveland Elmer Breeden Carter Marcille Burns Southerland Lawton Jacquetta Thorn Indiahoma Don Hurley Marlow Mary Klass Bob Vance University of Florida Rogers Morgan Overbrook

Ambassadors Sell Mexican Food to Fund Summer Trip

The Youth Ambassadors club begins serving authentic home cooked Mexican meals every Friday night at the old Lawton Youth center on S Fourth Street. Meals run 6 30 to 8 and must be reserved by calling 3220 or 1466 W. The group also serves daily lunches at Lawton High to raise funds for the LHS teen age group’s summer activities.

Youth Ambassadors Club Old Lawton Lawton High LHS

Solon Voices Tax Cuts May Spark Inflation in Congress

Washington with Wolcott of Michigan leading a clash over large individual tax cuts. Democratic senators Douglas and Fulbright urged raising exemptions to boost consumer buying power, while Humphrey defended the administration plan for about 6.25 billion in tax cuts balancing payroll growth and production. Inflation risks cited if deficits grow and spending remains static.

Washington Wolcott Senate House Committee Eisenhower Cece Wolcott House Banking Douglas Illinois Fulbright Arkansas William McC. Martin Jr Federal Reserve Board Humphrey

Treasure Hunters Seek Loot Of Lima Treasure

Los Angeles reports a treasure ship with 21 crew members has unearthed a buried trove valued at 305 million dollars off the Costa Rica coast. The expedition aims to locate the Loot of Lima and confirm the maritime bounty.

Lima Los Angeles UPA Costa Fice

Teen Agers Start Campaign For Old Automobile Tags

Beverly Lanman chairs the drive with Pat Warren as Rho Kappa Gamma president. Teen-agers in the Rho Ka Gatatn drive collect old license plates to aid the March of Dimes polio fund. Volunteers may call 1113 to participate.

Lanechada Beverly Lanman Pat Warren Rho Kappa Gamma

Curtains Ignite Fire Damages Home at Maple Street

Fire from a cook stove ignited kitchen curtains at the residence of Sgt. C. Rinard on 1116 Maple Street about 9:45 a.m. causing minor overall damage and heavy damage to the window facing the blaze. The entire kitchen sustained light damage.

Sgt. C. Rinard Maple

U.S. Capitol has 435 rooms National Geographic Society

The note states that the U.S. Capitol complex includes 435 rooms and mentions the National Geographic Society in an unclear context. It presents a concise fact about the Capitol’s room count and references a prominent organization, suggesting a comparative or contextual point within the article.

U.S. Capitol National Geographic

Funeral Rites For C. S. McTorney Held Monday

Funeral services for C. S. McTorney will be at 2 p.m. Monday at First Baptist Church in Lawton. Dr H Tom Wiles and Rev Spurgeon McClung will officiate with graveside rites at Highland Cemetery. McTorney was a World War I veteran and former state representative.

C. S. Mctorney First Baptist Church McCuistion Memfee Kensalee Becker H. Tom Wiles Lawton Spurgeon McClung Wichita Falls Highland Cemetery Zema Sims Devol Oklo American Legion Masonic Blue Lodge Carter, Ark

Colossus Took Twelve Years To Rise In Distant Realm

A long expedient project culminated after twelve years of design and construction, resulting in a monumental figure hailed as a landmark of engineering and cultural ambition. The work involved notable engineers and backers, with public interest peaking as construction neared completion.

E World

Veterans Warned To Return VA Questionnaire Declared Need

Veterans and widows are urged to return VA questionnaires within 30 days of receipt as seven cases show failure to comply halts pension or compensation. The reminder notes July 17, 1964 as the deadline for Korean veterans to file for mustering-out pay for those discharged between June 27, 1950 and July 1952.

Zipen

Contact Zippen for Item Information in Room 1111

The notice directs readers seeking details on these items to contact Zippen at Room 1111. It provides no additional dates or specifics beyond the contact instruction and location.

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