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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1964
Page
5
Gen Douglas MacArthur reveals he faced possible dismissal from West Point for refusing to name upperclassmen in a hazing witness case. He cited rigid principles of truth and loyalty, noting the risk of ending his military career if forced to reveal names.
Senator Abraham Ribicoff of Connecticut, long discussed as a potential Democratic vice presidential pick, says he is not a candidate. The 53 year old former secretary of welfare in Kennedy's Cabinet spoke in Los Angeles where he was visiting to give a speech.
Prime Minister Nehru aged 74 arrived in Bhubaneswar, India, for talks and ceremonies. The visit underscores ongoing discussions on development projects and regional questions.
Henry Ford II board chairman of Ford Motor Co arrived from Lisbon in Madrid where his party said the trip is a planned weeklong vacation.
President Johnson described a steady White House routine stating he rises at 6 30 a m to study papers for two hours. He then goes to the office around 8 30 or 9 and swims eight lengths of the White House pool as part of a daily exercise regimen before lunch and dinner.
Rep. Morris K. Udall shared a Congressional Record reply contrasting federal spending on national defense with farm programs and price supports. The jest likens his stance to similar quips by D. R. Matthews and William L. Springer, triggering a note on plagiarism.
Washington AP reports a six month cooling off period ends with the government again mediating in the five year old rail work rules dispute. A February 25 deadline looms for secondary issues when a nationwide strike could start if no settlement is reached.
A dairy worker in Oxford, England discovered a one pound note with a note reading Merry Christmas milkman inside an empty milk bottle he tipped into the sterilizer. The incident occurred Monday and the note prompted local curiosity about the sender and motive.
Charles C. Finley announces the Kansas City Athletics will play in Louisville for 1964 and 1965 and says he hopes Kentucky fans will show they should stay. Dudley Glanfield explains calf birth alerts via cow shed microphones with groaning signaling need for help. Senator Barry Goldwater launches presidential bid critiquing Johnson as not conservative and cites a national conservative mood.
Pope Paul VI explains the three day pilgrimage to the Holy See addressing a welcoming crowd. He seeks a fervent meeting with Christ and a proclamation to the world of the redemption ongoing through the church.
Oklahoma tax collections increased 8.32 percent or 1.883 million in the latest period, totaling 24.524 million for last month. The six month total reached 144.424 million, up 3.86 percent or 5.367 million, with gains led by gasoline, gross production, motor vehicle license, drivers license, sales, cigarette, beer and liquor taxes. income taxes fell 4.86 percent.
Kuwait leads world oil reserves with 63.5 billion barrels while Saudi Arabia holds 60.0. Year end estimates from Oil & Gas Journal show Kuwait gaining 0.5 billion and Saudi Arabia up 8.0 billion, reshuffling the top ranks of global crude reserves.
Chicago public file recounts William Heirens the so called terror killer of 1945 and 1946. Heirens confessed to three murders and many burglaries and assaults. He now seeks parole with a board hearing set for January 14 under possible concurrent or consecutive sentence options. State's attorney Daniel Ward plans to oppose.
Truth or Consequences New Mexico residents vote to decide whether to revert to Hot Springs the town’s name, a move tied to Ralph Edwards show publicity. Local factions argue over image as a health center versus publicity value. turnout could decide the outcome.
Chris Haley of Chattanooga retired from county government service at age nine after drawing Hamilton County grand jurors since 1959. The law requires under ten to perform the task, and he will turn ten in March with the next grand jury due in September.
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Elizabeth Taylor’s wedding trousseau from the United States, eight dresses for her marriage to Richard Burton, is being held by customs inspectors in Guadalajara. The garments were sent to Guadalajara because Puerto Vallarta lacks customs facilities, with no immediate explanation for the delay. Taylor plans to wed Burton after her divorce from Eddie Fisher, likely later this year.
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