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Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Feb 07, 1958

Page

2

Garbage Truck Crash Injures City Worker

A 60 year old city employee, Dan Harrison, was hurt in a crash involving a garbage truck at Second and See gad streets when a southbound 155 Buick driven by Leland Miller struck the rear. Harrison sustained non life threatening injuries while damage to the truck and car was estimated around 800 and 350 dollars respectively. Miller faced charges for negligent driving and leaving the scene, with bail set at 30 dollars.

Dan Harrison Seegad Eulis Young John RK McCaig Neas Buick Leland Miller Miller Tarvison Fort Shaan S. Ih Athol Molgin 1M Jr Tows Glenn Barrett

Court Convicts Driver in Fatal Cab Shootings

In Lawton court, a jury found Jurnee Robinson guilty of felonious assault in the shooting of cab driver Roe near Gore Blvd. Lost Bridge area. Testimony described five shots with two hitting Roe, one escaping to the radio, and Robinson fleeing. Sentences and next civil-case focus noted. Another verdict listed an Army sergeant, Richard Prather, guilty of second-degree manslaughter in his infant daughter's death.

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Subcommittee pursues curbs on cigarette advertising claims

The Government Operations subcommittee led by Rep. John A. Blatnik drafts a report on last summer’s inquiry into cigarette makers. The panel seeks FTC action to force the industry to back up claims about filter tips and reduced tar and nicotine, amid disputed medical testimony on smoking and cancer.

Waliington Bullee Feeless Trade Commission John A. Blatnik D-Minn U.S Ige Blatnik FTC

Tulsan Victim of Auto Injuries in Feb Crash

Adeline Elkins, 67, of Tulsa, died in a Tulsa hospital after injuries from a February 1 automobile wreck near Leah. The crash raised highway fatalities for the year to 45, surpassing the previous year at the same point. A passenger, Lay BD Whitaker, also died in the accident.

UE Associated Valls Adeline Elkins Tulsa Leah Ane Greator Han Lov Viking Lay BD Whitaker

Central High racial tension and bomb scare reported

At Little Rock Central High a 14 year old Negro girl Minnie Jean was attacked by whites after a cafeteria incident. Authorities note several racial tensions as federalized guards remain on campus. A bomb threat prompted checks with no findings, and Rep Hays and Gov Faubus discussed possible congressional study of segregation.

Gregg Carlana Walls Minnie Jean Central High Arkansas National Guardsmen Lille Judkins Matthews Rep Hays D-Ark Orval Faubus

Economic outlook notes stability and tax reform proposals

Anderson cited stable personal income and rising housing construction while mortgage money remains accessible. He advocates extending current policies for another year and modifying income taxes, liquor and tobacco excises, and automobile taxes. Martin warned against abrupt policy shifts, stressing that too rapid tightening could jeopardize long term stability.

Bureau of Labor Statistics Anderson Wbacco William M. Martin Vectra Reserve Board

Navy Vanguard failure shows sturdy engine despite wreckage

The Navy reports the Vanguard missile survived extreme stress during a Cape Canaveral test before breaking apart near 20 000 feet. A wiring defect in the automatic pilot and hydraulic servo system caused the main stage to fail, while the engine remained functional upon impact. The Martin Co. built the shell, and Thai instructors studying at the University of Texas are noted in the same report.

Vanguard Office of ‘Naval Research Naval Research Laboratory Cape Canaveral Ge Inchs Eoen Navy Martin Co Baltimore

Pickets Aim to End Strike Tied to Air Force Contact

The Teamsters paused a planned picket reduction citing new developments in recent hours. An NLRB injunction petition, not ruled on yet, targets Page Airways Inc amid a labor dispute with the Air Force re warehouse contract.

Cision Washington Air Force Page Airways Inc Teamsters Lair NLRB James F. Foley U. S Foley Page Firm Aw Force Page Fage

Stassen Rumor Fades as Pa Gop Leaders Cite Doubts

The article notes Republican figures questioning Stassen for Pennsylvania governor. Stimpson jokes the president may relieve him, while Rep. Van Zandt and Rep. Gavin deny any state support. Gavin says Stassen has outlived usefulness in the party and criticizes his inconsistent positions. It recalls Stassen’s Minnesota governorship and past opposition to Nixon’s renomination.

Rep. Stimpson Republican Congressional Campaign Feta Pennsylvania GOP House Stassen Uot Stimpson Minnesota van Zandt Pennsylvania Post Gavin R-Pa Stasse Nixon

Funds Move Through Senate Panel On Unemployment Benefits

The Senate committee approved unemployment compensation allotments for veterans and federal employees, while noting exhaustion of funds by Feb 15 due to higher claim rates. A separate request for 33 million to bolster state unemployment and employment service programs was deferred. The panel also approved most of the President’s office budget, including 150 thousand for the President’s salary, criticizing the many boards and commissions surrounding the executive.

Senate Eisenhower

Rabies Dog Incident Prompts City Action Warning

Rabies traced to a stray dog that died at the city animal shelter. Mayor Ellsworth warned residents to control dogs after the animal was picked up in the 1500 block S 23rd and died Sunday night. He pledged firm action to protect lives and safety.

Westing Cily Animal Shelter Ellsworth Sheen

Surge in surplus commodities eyed in Oklahoma and Tulsa

Mitchell cited a sharp rise in surplus commodity handouts in the two largest counties, with Oklahoma County showing about 1,500 more recipients and Tulsa over 1,000 more than the prior month. Eligible December totals reached 79,600, while aid to dependents, the blind, aged and disabled rose to 172,876. The Salvation Army reports higher welfare demand amid slipping industrial employment.

Mitchell Oklahoma Tulsa Oklahoma County Wesley Bouterse Salvation Army

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