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Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Feb 22, 1954

Page

7

Illinois Senate Race Hinges On House Contests

Illinois Republican senatorial contenders align with House races as Leo E. Allen and Harold H. Velde seek renomination. Harold Velde faces Robert H. Allison in the 18th District while Allen runs in a four way field in his Winnebago County district. Districts including Rockford and Peoria-Pekin industrial center become pivotal to statewide strategy.

Chicago Illinois House Ilinois Leo E. Allen Galena Rules Committee Harold H. Velde Un-American Activities Committee Paul H. Douglas Allen Rockford Velde Peoria-Pekin Edward A. Hayes The American Legion Park Livingston LaGrance University of Illinois Northwest Joseph T. Meek Western Springs Ilinois Federation of Retail Assas John B. Crane Dulles Berlin Deneen A. Watson Winnetka Ilinois State Bar Assn Austin L. Wyman Glencoe Chicago Crime Commission Julius Klein Chio Herbert F. Geisler Edgar M. Eibert Maywood Lions International Lar Daly Robert H. Allison Pekin Allison Ie Allen Torney Winnebago County Eugene E. Clift Mentator Roy C. Cleveland Cherry Val- Rey

Too Many Tickets Keeps Man In Jail

A 52 year old man was jailed here after police found seven traffic tickets consolidated into four warrants for his arrest. He faced a charge of conduct and a $25 fine, with authorities saying he must satisfy the FBx to secure release.

Smokers Urged to Get Chest X Rays Twice a Year

Washington reports the American Cancer Society statistics chief urges heavy smokers to obtain chest X rays twice yearly and all over forty to test for potential lung cancer. He cautions evidence is not yet conclusive but supports precaution while research continues.

Washington American Cancer Society E. Cuyler Hammond U.S. News & World Report Hammond Nadie

Boy Drowns In Septic Tank Behind Poteau Cabin

In Oteau Oklahoma on February 22 a three year old boy named Jackie Marshall drowned after toppling into a septic tank behind a tourist court cabin. His parents Mr and Mrs F E Marshall missed him around 515 pm and a Leflore County search party led by Sheriff Jack Aig found his body at 130 pm. The family had moved to the area only two days earlier.

Oteau Okla Jackie Marshall F. E. Marshall

Californian Bassett Named GOP Publicity Man

James Bassett 41 year old political editor of the Los Angeles Mirror was named director of public relations for the Republican National Committee. A former Vice President Nixon publicity director in 1952 he succeeds Robert Humphreys as campaign director. The moves aim to bolster the 1954 election effort and reflect Nixon's rising stature within the party. Bassett, born October 18 1912 in Glendale California, joined the Mirror in 1948 after time with the Los Angeles Times.

Washington James Bassett Los Angeles Mirror Republican National Committee Bassett Nixon Robert Humphreys Leonard W. Hall Hall Eisenhower Senate House Glendale Galit Bowdoin Maine Los Angeles Tienes The Mirror Nixon Ca Rubio Fleet Adm William F. Mander South Pacific

Cripple Faces Murder Hearing in Tavern Killing

A six year old cripple faces a murder hearing today in Fayetteville West Virginia over the shooting death of a blind tavern keeper who dated his, 30.

Fayetteville W.va

Cave Explorers Abandon Supplies in Kentucky Cave

Crumbling field notes describe Cave City area discovery as a group led by Joe Lawrence of Philadelphia left behind stoves food canteens and medical supplies valued at hundreds of dollars inside Mammoth Cave National Park after expeditioners slipped on a rough entrance path near Louisville. They plan to return for a longer exploring effort.

Crystal Cave Caichiara Mammothast National Park Kentucky Hills G Cave City Louisville Joe Lawrence Philadelphia Re- Bailnevada Cotator

Circling Auto Kicks Up Fuss At Crossing

A circling auto roared through a service driveway causing a crash at a crossing. It knocked over pumps, set one pump on fire and scorched Joseph Jones clothing and his belongings. The vehicle fled, narrowly missing an air pump and the driver Mrs Helen Ball was involved.

Jones Joseph Jones Helen Ball

Record set in Los Angeles eclipses prior high mark

Yesterday in Los Angeles Gabriel achieved a new record, surpassing the previous high of 896. The event, held in San Gal, marked a historic moment for the nation as the record stood eclipsed.

Los Angeles Gabriel

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