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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1973
Page
6
An editorial takes a critical look at President Nixon’s budget message. It applauds a shift away from failed social programs toward restrained spending, urges tax-funded limits, and argues government should focus on core duties rather than expansive social programs. The piece references military costs, budget trends since 1960, and suggests revisiting foundational documents.
Unions plan for Phases II and III with a flexible wage strategy, focusing on benefits and safety over large cash raises. Treasury Secretary Shultz warns of a “club in the closet” intervention if settlements push inflation or hurt the economy. Major contracts expiring across rail, trucking, construction, auto, oil, and more. Dr. Dunlop argues for negotiated terms within inflationary limits.
The article discusses jail crowding driving use of community service as punishment. California judges sentence 10 to 15 percent of offenders to work for schools hospitals or charity rather than jail or fines. Examples include a pickpocket required to wear gloves and a judge creating a 2000 dollar fund for educational films.
The passage argues sexism works both ways in education. Bettelheim notes boys are reprimanded far more than girls, shaping self image and academic outcomes, while others claim behavioral differences are learned rather than natural, challenging gender norms in schools.
A compact reflection on self mastery from John Milton. The saying highlights ruling passions fears and desires to gain inner sovereignty beyond earthly power. A concise moral for personal conduct and discipline.
Kevin P. Phillips argues in 1972 the Sun Belt from the Carolinas to California is becoming America’s dominant region. It shows rapid income growth, high consumer confidence, and a post-industrial mix of aerospace, services, retirement, high tech, and a strong military presence fueling Republican strength.
The text discusses cultural and economic traits of the Sun Belt, including military presence, limited higher education, regional conservatism, and racial tensions. It notes political leanings of Sun Belt Congress members and the region's appeal to corporate state economics, nationalism, and ethnocentrism, implying both attractive and troubling future implications.
A Williams-style takedown critiques U.S. peace with honor under Nixon, arguing critics who opposed the Vietnam settlement now denounce it. It cites Harriman McGovern and Kennedy, notes public misgivings, calls for mercy for Vietnamese victims, and argues Nixon’s ceasefire aims to end war hostilities.
Ralph Newcombe spoke at an Oklahoma Consumer Finance Association meeting in this city. Educators Thelma Talla Hugh Bish and Frances Curb attended events in Oklahoma City and Stillwater. Lee Pittman hosted St Marys School bonfire. Emil Woesner announced courthouse exterior cleanup including sandblasting and waterproofing. Gene Thomason F F Hollander hosted Hook and Whirl Square Dance. Biologist Frank B McMurry donated 10 pounds of rattlesnake fat grease to Fats For Victory. J C Barnes hosted dinner to honor her husbands birthday.
A collection of witty maxims and reflections by Feather Hubbard Shaw Robbins and White. The quotes touch on resolution remedy religion life and secrecy with concise pithy humor.
Tuesday February 6 1973 horoscope lists Aries Taurus Gemini Cancer Leo Virgo Libra Scorpio Sagittarius Capricorn Aquarius Pisces. It highlights procedural focus and practical goals, noting innate drive to envision milestones and pursue scientific or public careers. Birthdate mentions Aaron Burr and Sir Henry Irving.
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