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Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Feb 18, 1954

Page

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GOP Solon Dismisses Manion Amid White House Rift

GOP senator Mason denounces White House dismissal of Manion as party split widens over proposed amendment. Bricker and Jenner condemn action while Adams aides cite presidential requests. Senate debate continues with no White House comment.

Mason White House Republican Arty Besselment Sherman Adams United States John W. Bricker Ohio Repubcan Manion Mando Bricker Senate William E. Jenner R-Ind

Queen Candidates Picked At Cement

Queen candidates were selected at the cement plant recent staff meeting. The process and criteria were outlined as officials urged smooth pageant preparations and community involvement.

Dopey group impressed by Lubbock capital and growth

A local civic group returning from Cap Rock Texas praised Lubbock for its foresight and aggressive citizenry. They noted irrigation via Cap Wells, an oil boom, and a broad trade area of about 150 miles. Lubbock’s Chamber of Commerce, led by manager A B Davis for 30 years, provides stability.

Cap Rock Texas Lubbock Texas City Chamber of Commerce A. B. Davis

Area Teachers Nominated For District OEA President

Weatherford and area educators are named in nominations for the Southwest Oklahoma Education Association district officers. Clarence J. Soot announces March 18 19 as election dates at the district convention in Weatherford.

OEA Weathfeford Mangum Hobart Oklahoma Education Association Clarence J. Soot Alert Weatherford Comanche Beckham Caddo Cotton Custer Dewey Greer Harmon Jackson Kiowa Roger Mills Tillman Washita Clarence Scott Comanche County Tendent

Admiral Lockwood’s WWII Submarine Command Career

The article traces Admiral Lockwood’s wartime rise from naval instructor roles to submarine division commander in 1941 and later commander of the Pacific Fleet’s submarine force. His fleets sank 58 enemy ships and damaged 41, with bases in West Australia, Pearl Harbor, and Guam. He served as naval attaché in London before joining the fleet in the Southwest Pacific and participated in Japan’s formal surrender aboard the USS Missouri.

U. S Brazil Annapolis Navy Department Washington D. C Adm Lockwood London England Southwest Pacific Australia Pearl Harbor Guam Missouri Tokyo Naval Entral

Pentagon mulls expanded US role in Indo China training

Lt. Gen. James R. O'Daniel, commander of US forces in the Pacific, could head a larger American military mission in Indo China if France agrees. Pentagon says discussions are military, not diplomatic. French Embassy disputes a formal request. Senator Humphrey notes the idea was raised in a closed Senate committee meeting. The committee saw no need for a large increase beyond the current 300 troopers.

Sen Humphrey D-Minn Senate Foreign Relations Committee O'Daniel Adm Arthur Radford Joint Chiefs of Staff Walter B. Smith Indo-China

Train ride prize for Mrs Pearler's class students

First graders in Mrs. Pearler's class won an attendance contest for one six week period. They took a train ride as the prize, were met at a station by staff, and returned home by bus.

Jet Bombers Refueled In Flight Near Bermuda

Four jet bombers refueled in flight using a 5,000 gallon fuel transfer from a tanker. The maneuver occurred at speed around 500 miles per hour with the bomber maintaining exact course as fuel was pumped aboard. The operation completed near Bermuda before continuing to the North Atlantic. The first bomber unit to reach Tegusie station in U S built airfields in French areas is to fly about 10 hours for the full mission, then begin a 4,000 mile simulated strike on industrial targets in France and Britain from Moroccan bases Friday.

Vous Arkers Bermuda Ant Bay Jos Riantic Miles North Wing Teguise U. S France Britain

City council eyed faster work on boat landing project

Council considered speeding up work on a new boat landing at the reservoir and estimated higher cost to run bids on dirt moving and related tasks. The discussion followed recent federal water pipe suit filings by a Wichita company in Oklahoma, affecting the program.

Equipmnt Rogram Oklahoma Wichita Company

Cement Lions Club Erects Weather Hut For Traffic Director

The Lions Club builds a weather hut at Walkers Service Station for Hans Evanson serving as traffic director. The small structure provides shelter and aid for road management duties in the area.

Cement Lions Club The Lions 'Club Walkers Hans Evanson

Internal Revenue Office Sets Hours

The local Internal Revenue service office will be open only 8 a.m. to noon on March 6 and 13 to assist with tax returns and closed on the remaining Saturdays this month. J. E. Koss, senior officer, announced the schedule and said the office will be closed Feb 27 and the coming Saturday.

Internal Revenue Service J. E. Koss

Oklahoma City Livestock Markets Reported Weak Eggs and Steady Hogs

The day’s market notes show mixed egg offerings across several towns with receipts led by Ardmore Vinita and Shawnee. Oklahoma City hogs and sheep steadier, with barrows and gilts near steady to strong and top quotes around 27.50 for hogs, lambs and other sheep priced around 21 to 24 dollars for prime and mixed lots.

Lina Iy Lawton Pecan Tulsa Pilea Toff Muskogee Oklahoma City Ostoka

Dairy policy debate stalls on milk price support levels

The discussion centers on lowering dairy price supports and how farmers would cope with a reduced level. Participants argue that butter cannot be produced profitably at a low support, while others push for continued aid and measures to boost consumption of dairy products. President and aides weigh food accessibility and broader crop supports amid rising inflation concerns.

Car Thefts Highlight Local Student Player Involvement

A report discusses a student and a former All-State athlete named Newman tied to car theft charges. Wilkinson questions the father’s statements and stresses uncertainty about any inducements guiding the players.

Newman Wessels Honora Ree Hc P Wilkinson

Paving Ditching Machine Cuts Into Underground Stream

A paving ditching machine malfunctioned and cut into an underground stream, draining a large amount of water from the area. The incident did not stop work and efforts to halt the flow were unsuccessful.

Sunshine Weather To Stay In Area

Sunshine weather persists in the region with continued warm days and gentle breezes. No significant changes expected as forecasts show stable conditions through the week.

Johnston Comments on Security Firings and Subversion Claims

Founders and lawmakers discuss race within security purges. Sen Olin D Johnston notes many resignations were voluntary and some quit without awareness of their loyalty issues. Eisenhower era actions draw scrutiny amid reports of 2200 firings or disloyalty allegations.

Olin D. Johnston D-Sc Young

Hospital closings planned for July 1 in Kiowa area

Clinton and Kiowa hospital plans reveal closures by July 1. The Kiowa facility served the region with hundreds of daily admissions and a 1953 load around 65 patients at year end. Details indicate medical capacity and staff reductions as part of the consolidation.

Clinton Kiowa

Big Four ed From Page One on Korea Neutral Troop Issue

The 16 U.N. members that sent troops to Korea push to bar neutrals including India from mediation. They press for a firm stance against Communist North Korea Red China and Russia and seek unified action on the arms partition.

Jean War U.N South Korea North Korea Red China Russia India

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