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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1954
Page
1
Washington reports Ike faces split over butter price reduction from 68 to 58 cents. Sen Aiken backs the President’s move but committee members debate the April deadline and potential reevaluation. The president signaled reconsideration during a press conference as Benson outlines new administration options.
First paving laid for widening Fort Sill Boulevard from Gate No. 3 to the military reservation as crews join a 12-16 foot strip to the west side. An east side strip will follow later. Drainage work for the underpass nears completion with a 24.1 foot deep ditch along Cache Road and a 30 inch storm sewer being installed.
The brothers of Billy Vessels and Cameron College student Jesse Newman face car theft charges in Oklahoma. Donnie Vessels, 18, OU freshman, was jailed in Norman after a Wednesday arrest at his fraternity house. Jack Wessels, 24, is sought on a Tulsa County warrant. Newman was arrested in Cameron College for thefts involving three late model sedans later painted and renumbered.
The family of Pvt. Richard Tartar, believed killed in Korea last year, faced a nerve wracking wait after a telegram claimed he would be home today. Father Walter and sister recall a buddy nearby as Richard said he might not be seriously hurt, fueling hopes amid fears of a hoax.
Senator Flanders supports Eisenhower tax recommendations calling them just right for the current economy. He says the proposals would lift business and investor spirits, praising the overall plan despite some reservations.
The council delayed its meeting due to a quorum shortfall while considering two ordinances to create Paving District No. 8 on 12th and 13th streets between A Avenue and Gore Boulevard and related alleys. Preliminary plans and specifications were approved as part of the district setup.
Jack Webb Comanche county civil defense director was named coordinator of traffic and policing for the 1994 Wichita Pageant. He will coordinate traffic law enforcement agencies and volunteers to ensure a safe Easter service and pageant atmosphere. Pageant director Jack A Batten noted plans for weekly Saturday work sessions at Holy City. Joe White Holy City custodian will oversee painting work outlined. Batten has called a meeting at his home.
The chamber plans to resist efforts to close the private Indian hospital, arguing the facility provides vital medical care for area residents. Dr John Bourne and Ray Garl commented on eligibility for treatment if services shift to other facilities.
Washington reports indicate France resists a formal U S role in training anti Communist Indo Chinese troops. French leaders argue they can mobilize loyal recruits quickly and that American aid is unnecessary despite Indo-Chinese forces numbering about 320 000 against 300 000 Communists and a 170 000 Expeditionary Corps.
Washington policy states reserve officers who refuse loyalty questions will forfeit commissions and be discharged under conditions other than honorable. The move followed Sen. McCarthy’s queries over Maj. Irving Peress who refused an honorable discharge hearing and faced accusations of communism.
The figure 29 covers all security risk cases questioned by the committee. Last year 132 firings or separations were disclosed across eight departments. Officials say the security risks include subversion and communist concerns.
Six persons injured at 12 30 pm today when their car was forced off the road by another vehicle on a bridge ten miles east of Lawton on SH 7. Kenneth Todd 25 of Oklahoma City drove the car into the bridge rail. R D Fine east of Marlow believed most seriously hurt and treated at Southwestern hospital for a severe head injury. Police search for a light cream colored 1951 Studebaker.
A renowned Navy submarine chief will address the Fort Sill OCS Class 48 graduates. The commencement exercises are set for 4:00 p.m. in Theater 1 with the admiral, residing in Los Angeles, delivering the keynote.
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