Lawton Constitution Editorial Policy and Contact
The Lawton Constitution lists editors and staff including Bill F. Bentley and Shirley Shepler Bentley with roles as Editor and Publisher and managing positions. It notes association memberships and states AP reprint rights and policy on advertising payment and corrections.
Longhorns Crossbred to Boost Beef on Scarce Pastures
Texas researchers at Texas A&M and Texas A&M experiment with Longhorn blood to diversify cattle. John Ball began commercial Longhorn breeding on a 2900 acre Fort Worth area ranch last year. Crosses yield smaller calves that quickly reach beef size and endure marginal rangeland with low forage.
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Texas Agricultural College
Texas A&m
John Ball
Fort Worth
Ball
Censure Motion Brought Against Giscard in Paris
French President Valery Giscard d Esteing faced a censure motion after returning from talks with President Ford. Socialist leader Francois Mitterand introduced the motion in the Assembly. The government held 290 votes to 200, leaving it not in immediate danger despite a restless Left with 180 votes.
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Valery Giscard d’Estaing
Paris
Ford
Francois Mitterand
Miscarriage of Justice in Supreme Court Union Ruling
The Supreme Court upheld compulsory unionism for media workers, prompting criticism that Buckley Evans and Lewis face forced union dues. The piece argues mandatory union membership erodes press freedom and the public’s right to know, threatening independent reporting and editorial independence. The Daily Oklahoman.
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High Court
William F. Buckley Jr
National Review
M. Stanton Evans
AFTRA
American Newspaper Guild
Aflcio
ANG
Senate
Buckley-Evans-Lewis
Supreme Court
Oklahoman
Thoughts For Today From The Living Bible
A reflection cites Isaiah 41 8 11 with language of chosen ones Israel Abraham friendship and divine support. The passage promises God presence strength help and upholdment while enemies are defeated and confusion falls.
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Israel
Abraham
Portugal races to March elections amid leftist visibility
Lisbon faces a possible rise of Communist influence as March elections approach, with posters, cars, and consumer goods signaling a changing political mood. Analysts expect moderate outcomes similar to Italy and France, with Communism likely strongest in urban industrial areas around Lisbon and Oporto.
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Portugal
Salazar
Mao
Albania
Revolutionary Workers’ Brigade
Communist Party
Atlantic
Italy
France
Brigitte Bardot
Sophia Loren
Oliviera Salazar
Oporto
Guimaraes
Douro
Christian Democratic
Great Britain
Britain
Winston Churchill
Carleton Club
London
Metropolitan Club
Washington
Who Said It Poem Quotation Bite From Nash and Proverb
A brief verse note contrasts Ogden Nash line about a well published book ignored and a proverb claiming itching relief outweighs riches. The lines reflect literary wit and traditional folk saying in concise form.
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Ogden Nash
South Vietnam Still Standing Defies Collapse Cliches
John Chamberlain argues that Saigon’s government remains intact despite doubts peddled by talk shows. He cites limited U.S. aid, a $6 billion five-year need, and a successful land reform program that sustains food self sufficiency and supports foreign investment.
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Thieu
Saigon
Taiwan
National Cement Companies
Imaginative weddings vows spark parental mixed reactions
An increasing number of couples write their own wedding vows, adding depth and meaning to pledges. Some praise personalization while others worry about tradition and beliefs. The piece notes how parents and clergy react, with emphasis on authenticity over ritual.
Yesteryears in Lawton and Area Note Isle Readings
Ten year look back from the Lawton Constitution notes include Charles Holleyman as speaker for the Lawton Women's Forum Highland Baptist Ruth Bible class meeting at Mrs L C Head home. Holiday dinner party hosted by Mr and Mrs D F E Payne Rush Springs and prize winners named in Old Settlers potluck. Kiwanis installs J Glen Conner as president with Glen Powers as program chair. 1500 Christmas trees burned in Lawton Burning of the Greens. Minnie Watts returns home to Faxon after visiting Collinsville Texas. Buck Kinsey junior team to play Cache junior team at Lawton High gym. G F Anderson and wife visit relatives in Chattanooga.
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Charles Holleyman
Comanche
Lawton Woman's Forum
Highland Baptist Ruth Bible
L. C. Head
D. FE. Payne
Rush Springs
Roy Cremer
W. G. Harris
Frank Smith
Old Settlers Club
Glen Powers
Kiwanis Club
J. Glen Conner
Lawton
Minnie Watts
Faxon
Collinsville
Tex
Buck Kinsey
Cache
Lawton High School
G. F. Anderson
Walters
Chattanooga
Nixon Pardons and Presidential Power Debated
Andrew Tully analyzes the Supreme Court ruling upholding unlimited presidential clemency and the Ford pardon of Nixon. The piece argues the Constitution grants broad power to grant reprieves and pardons, while noting the political and moral implications for Nixon aides and the nation.
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Maurice Schick
Japan
Eisenhower
Schick
Ford
Richard Nixon
Horoscope for Tuesday January 7 1975 Outlook by Sun Sign
Daily astrology page lists Aries through Pisces with brief guidance on mood, actions, and cautions. Notes strong traits for Capricorns, warns against extremism, and highlights intellectual potential and career themes for various signs. Born today section praises versatility and suggests directing intelligence toward constructive work.
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Capricornicon
Capricorn
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