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Newspaper

Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Feb 04, 1964

Page

4

OAS Considers Panama Aggression Charge in Canal Riots

The Organization of American States meets in Washington to examine Panamanian claims that the United States committed aggression during canal riots last month. A committee likely would be formed to probe the charges after mediation failed, with all OAS members invited except the United States and Panama. Panama also urged invoking the Mutual Defense Treaty provisions.

OAS Panama Canal Riots Washington UPI Organization of American States United States Canal Zone Rio de Janeiro Chile U.S United Nations Bolivia Victor Paz Estenssoro Vicente Sanchez Gavito Venezuela Costa Rica Uruguay Para-guay

Clare Boothe Luce Proposes Dramatic 1964 Platform

Clare Boothe Luce, in a tongue in cheek interview, advocates sweeping reforms from a 35 hour workweek to universal college education and ending the social bottom. She envisions a strong two party system and unlikely foreign policy stances.

Stan Swinton NEW York Clare Boothe Luce Italy New Hampshire Viet Nam U. S de Gaulle Ac

Postman Sentenced To Year In Prison For Mail Theft

Walter Glenn Bonhart a 35 year old postal worker from Memphis was sentenced to one year in prison after pleading guilty to embezzlement of mail He claimed misfortune from an irate husband who shot at him injuring his right arm which he used to carry mail He admitted delaying second and third class mail and delivering only first class mail until Christmas Postal inspectors recovered the undelivered letters.

Memphis Bonhart

Rich ard J Marvels given lengthy jail term for traffic summonses

New York inmate Richard J Marvels, 45, received 483 days in jail after ignoring 34 traffic summonses. He had already drawn 405 days for failing to answer 12 citations for driving without a license and 78 days for ignoring 22 more tickets since 1961.

New York UPI Richard J. Marvels Marvels

Prosecution Aims to Tie Beckwith to Medgar Evers Killing Site

In Jackson Mississippi UPI says District Attorney William Waller plans to end the BeLa Beckwith case by calling about 10 witnesses to place him near the site of Medgar Evers assassination. He hoped two store owners would identify a white man seen near Evers home though cross examination limited impact.

Jackson, Miss UPI Og Tomes Byron de la Beckwith Medgar Evers Dist William Waller Beckwith Mississippi River Waller D. C. Pittman Stern Pittmans Evers Stanny Sanders

Cyprus Faces Tension Over NATO Peace Force Decision

In Nicosia President Makarios prepared to announce his stance on a proposed multinational peace force for Cyprus. The plan would deploy 10,000 troops with 2,000 from the United States to separate Greek and Turkish communities amid rising violence and regional fears.

Nicosia Cyprus UPI Makarios London U.S NATO Greece Turkey Mediterranean

Deputy Postal General Named Deputy Postal General Named

President Johnson named Frederick C. Belen as deputy postmaster general to succeed Sidney W. Bishop who resigned. Belen had led operations as assistant postmaster general and will be replaced by William M. McMillan, Dallas regional director, as assistant postmaster general.

Washington UPI Johnson Frederick C. Belen Belen Sidney W. Bishop Los Angeles William M. McMillan Dallas Post Office Department

Tenants Petition for Planning Changes on Isle of Dogs

About 30 representatives of 2000 tenants on the Isle of Dogs petition London City Hall for better planning. They protest the absence of a drug store within a mile while a new laundry branch is approved, joining eight existing laundries on the island.

Better Planning London UPI London Isle of Dogs

Segregationists Plan Resistance in Tuskegee Move

Alabama Governor George Wallace vows action and possible resistance to the federal order transferring 12 black students from padlocked Tuskegee High School to white schools. In New York, Rev. Milton Galamison calls Monday boycott the greatest demonstration in the nation's history.

Montgomery Ala George Wallace Alabama Tuskegee New York Milton Galamison

Nixon on Khrushchev Temperament at Moscow Dinner

Former Vice President Richard M. Nixon recalls Nikita Khrushchev as unflustered in Moscow debates and at a dinner where he offers whisky glasses to others rather than drinking himself. He notes Khrushchev uses his temper rather than losing it.

Craig Thompson Donald Thompson Los Angeles Dave Steele Bobby California Craig Dave Misenheimer N.C Richard M. Nixon Nikita Khrushchev Moscow

Eddie Fisher Says Separation From Liz Taylor Made Him Happier

Eddie Fisher, claiming to be a changed man since separating from Liz Taylor, says the heartbreak led him to embrace life and love it. He states he was involved with one woman and now is involved with life, expressing happiness and personal growth.

Lizum Austria Eddie Fisher Liz Taylor

Cubans Seized For Violations Of US Waters

38 Cuban crewmen aboard four Castro fishing boats were seized after violating U.S. waters. They were questioned, held aboard ships at Key West, and the matter may be referred to Florida authorities for punishment. The incident drew protest from Cuba and involved Coast Guard and Navy actions.

Key West Fla UPI Fidel Castro U.S Raul Roa Coast Guard C. W. Wahl

State Ranger's Ouster Upheld

The Oklahoma Wildlife Commission upheld the dismissal of Blaine County game ranger John Treadwell for drinking. He sought reinstatement after arrest in Oklahoma City but the board rejected his appeal and effectively terminated his employment.

Oklahoma City Oklahoma Wildlife Commission Blaine County John Treadwell Treadwell Oklahoma County

Shirley Temple Shines On Sing Along With Mitch

Shirley Temple appears on NBCs Sing Along with Mitch delivering dances and songs though the format feels awkward. Her warmth and stage presence lift the program as the show attempts to boost ratings and may not return next season.

Hollywood UPI Shirley Temple Nbc-Tv Mitch Miss Temple California Leslie Uggams

Ladd Death Attributed to Alcohol and Drugs

Palm Springs coroner ruled film star Alan Ladd died accidentally from cerebral edema caused by a high level of alcohol plus a barbiturate and two tranquilizers. Autopsy found combination of depressants and alcohol as the fatal factor. burial followed at Forest Lawn in Glendale.

Palm Springs Calif UPI Alan Ladd James T. Bird Ladd Desert Shane Forest Lawn Memorial Park Glendale, Calif

Unpledged GOP Delegation Bid Falls in Oklahoma

Oklahoma Republicans debated unpledged delegates to the national convention. County meetings approved the idea only in a few counties while Tulsa and Oklahoma counties favored pledging to Sen. Barry Goldwater. State leader Garber cautioned against early pledges. Burkett touted strong turnout at precinct and county conventions.

Oklahoma City Oklahoma Highway Commission Martin Garber Garber Tulsa Barry Goldwater R-Ariz Goldwater Bill Burkett

Insurance Waived In Wife Slaying Case

Dr. R Bernard Finch serving life for the 1959 murder of his wife waived a life policy on Barbara Finch. The court gave 26259 to the children Raymond 10 and Pattie Dee 15 of the slain woman. Another 20166 from a second policy is held by the county clerk awaiting beneficiary agreement.

Los Angeles UPI R. Bernard Finch Finch Superior Court Clyde C. Triplett Barbara Finch Raymond Pattie Dee Daugherty Carole Tregoff

Prisoner Released After 31 Years Comments On Cars

A Minnesota Penitentiary inmate released after 31 years remarks on modern cars saying they look built for midgets. He last saw cars in 1932 when wheels were about 30 inches and the interiors suited a different era.

Stillwater Minn Minnesota

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