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Newspaper

Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Jan 14, 1958

Page

2

Two Vandalism Cases Reported in Lawton

Lawton police investigated vandalism at Shin Grocery No 26 D and Southern Viva Ball Oil and Gas Co 1109. At a service station a gasoline pump hose was cut. Shaw Grocery front plate glass window broken in possible burglary attempt. owner said a Negro man fled from the store. Fort Worth man Merman A Golden reported an overcoat stolen from his car last night.

Shell Shin Grocery Southern Merman A. Golden Fort Worth Tex

Arraignment Set In Assault Case

An arraignment is scheduled today for Mrs. Dutsy Jackson 1405 Lee Bisel on felonious assault charges stemming from a knife attack against Marilyn Yong. The case, filed Monday in Justice of the Peace Giles court, alleges assault with a dangerous weapon and includes claims of kicking and hitting during the incident.

oIn Mondas Wibert Lee Green Wit Washington Justice of Peace Marvin Camerom

Views on Proposed Postal Hikes From Diverse Citizens

Charlie Dean Cameron College coach supports a balanced plan as government funds balance the budget. Mitath Boutwell Bryat's Coffer Shop cashier doubts tax hikes will deeply affect expenses. Speer Ar Fort Sik transport official notes business mail could see volume discounts eroded. I Breeger Ponca City apprentice freeman cites good service and supports a raise. Gilbert Monataboy Part Sil faculty member backs higher postal sales. Bing Crosby nods to Eisenhower proposal but seeks four cent rate for letters and seven cents for air mail with periodical exemptions.

Charlie Dean Cameron College Mitath Boutwell Bryat Boon Texpasers Speer AR Vath Teisenhowers Gilbert Monatoboy Menber Part Sil Tdigehool Bing Crosby Eisenhower

HD Agents Set Meeting in Southwest District

Miss Wilda Schacer president of the state WD association will preside at a meeting of home demonstration agents from 13 counties in the Southwest district. Mrs. Clarande Comian county agent announced the event. Mrs. Kelley and Miss Betty Brannan organize arrangements. The session starts 9 00 a m Saturday in the Civic Room of Security Bank and Trust Co. Frame agents from Beckham to Washita counties are expected to attend. Kelley is counselor for the 13 county district.

Wilda Schacer Kayenunf Sanuc Southwest Association Clarande Comianche County Kelley Betty Brannan Civic Room Security Bank and Trust Co Beckham Caddo Carter Colton Grarly Greer Harmon Jackson Jefferson Niowa Love Stephens Tillsaan Washita

Subscription rates varied servic in Lawton area

Morning Press and Sunday option and Sunday Constitution Press and Sunday mail subscriptions on issue pages show varied pricing across counties. Includes constituents and standard annual rates with tax context.

Rraganio Notances Lawton Pee Sonth Constitution Sun Bundli Sen

Congress Faces Fiscal 1939 Spending Clash

Congress considered the fiscal 1939 outlook starting July 1 with Democrats and Republicans doubting the president’s optimistic business forecast. Some said actual spending would exceed projections and accused the administration of questionable bookkeeping. A broad economy drive to cut spending seemed unlikely, while Democrats eyed defense spending above the White House proposal and Chairman George Mahon signaled possible funds for ballistic missiles.

Congress George J. Mahon Dtex House Defense Appropriations Subcommittee

Hoods plan heist ends in car chase and gunfire

A two man heist crew in the Neary North Sule area joined with Vee to target a vehicle. They forced entry as Quirk and Miss Sitch sat parked. Quirk crashed a car, drew a revolver, and fired on the armed men, injuring Li Papo during the confrontation.

Sule A Quirk Miss Sitch Real Miss Smith Li Papo

Lumber Company Hit By Burglar In Apache

Apache special report states The Peep Ver Laader and Triplement Co. office owner Herman Peeper says a burglar entered Monday night. About $50 in cash and checks missing from a cash register. An open sale notice was torn from the office window. Sheriff Tay Lavisaq investigates.

Preliminary hearing set in larceny case

Justice of the Peace Marvin Carncron set a preliminary hearing for the larceny charge against a 12 year old Lawson Hey. Defense attorney Donald Mathes of 211 Arlington requested the proceeding. The accused allegedly took a 22 caliber S W pistol from a shop in Depry Hotelmy on September 4.

Lawson Hey Justice of Peace Marvin Cancron Defendens Donald Mathes Arlington Aly S&w Hay Depry

Ground Observers Schedule Meeting in Civic Room

The Lawson Ground Observer corps holds its first meeting of the new year on Wednesday at 7:30 pm in the Civic Room of the Sorority Banke and Trust Co. building. Leon Brewerytsls trainee supervisor will be in charge during the session. Ernie Tlanter, past supervisor, also attends.

Leon Brewerytsls Sunsprvisor Therogram Lawson Ground Observer Corps Civic Sorority Banke & Trust Co Ernie Tlanter Supervisir Siic

Condemnation Action Filed Over Lake Lanocation Land

A condemnation suit was filed by the City of Baton against Carrie Elizabeth Gassaway as executrix of Charles L. Gassaway estate. The city seeks land for the Lake Lauratonka expansion, stating the estate would not sell except by court order. District Judge Luther B. Johns was asked to appoint three appraisers to assess the citys taking of the land. The land is described in the petition and the city plans to subsidize the project if the take proceeds.

Ted Ly Lane Baton Lake Liawtonka Carrie Elizabeth Gassaway Charles L. Gassoway Bledsoe, Nickus and Chrisman Jude Luther Lawionka

Cityan Burned In Flash Fire At Lawlan Home

A flash fire at a Lawlan home caused burns to Bill Patterson on a Monday evening while he cleaned tools. Patterson said gasoline fumes ignited from a saturated rag he held, burning his right hand and wrist as the fire spread to three rear rooms and damaged the interior. Assistant fire chief O K Markham noted the blaze also harmed the house structure and its contents.

Lawlan Bill Patterson Iran Patterson O. K. Markham Tames Allie and Coat Devalier Batty

Persons Face Traffic Charges in County Court

County authorities charged motorists in multiple complaints filed in Justice of Peace court. Defendants include A B Henderson Robert Wilson Ebhert Stephen Denean Woodrow Giles and Ray Tunica Stephen among others with reckless driving speeding and related traffic offenses in various precincts.

County Atovues Warren Crane A. B Henderson Fort SH Robe Wilson Ebhert Ort Sill Fwhco Justine of Peace Marvin Cameron Robert Bee Siig Weiners Vonry Ler Sith Denean Poice Woodrow Giles Cot Php al Irr Ray Sill Cameron JI Viph Thedastimes Lehay Tunica Stephen Sil Howard & Tand Fayetteville Arhwets Elmyrert Gilesneurt

Suspect To Face Burglary Trial

A preliminary hearing Monday afternoon set the stage for W. Or. Beene to face a burglary charge in Elgin. Beene is accused of breaking into the home of Nelden Claude Depow, with co defendant TFL Cwm a. Cement svhe also charged and awaiting arraignment.

Beace Marvin

Oklahoma cattle and hog sale notes from Clinton and surrounds

The listing summarizes brisk cattle and hog auction activity across Oklahoma towns including Clinton Enid Alva Weatherford and Muskogee with steady to rising prices for slaughter cattle stockers and calves. It notes lighter slaughter demand and references a historical group meeting of the Crane County Historical Society at the Chamber of Commerce with Lawrences identified.

Atealy L'Vectoriel Clinton Viel Waronga Alva Rison Brighwell Et Reno Enid Hennessey Kingfisher Alodford Volkun Ondlethinma City Guymon Hooker Trailey Oklatova Cppy Oklauosga Carly Sale Conan Medina Focker Gah Alfori Fender Regula Crananehe Tistorical Soviety Cammeece Eneo Aritne Lawrences Emiaunudi Lea

Two Boys Made Wards Of Court

Two 14-year-old Lawson boys were declared wards at Camanche County Court by Juvenile Judge John P Fulverton after separate delinquency offenses. They were paroled to parental custody under supervision of Dwight Malcolm, with warnings of good behavior. One admitted eight break-ins and a burglary after arrest at a residence in Atlanta. The other was found with a stolen radio from Mehew Hardware. Two more 14-year-olds involved in church break-ins and burglary were sent to Betenain County state training school.

Lawson Camanche County Court Heaings John P. Fulverton Dwight Malcolm Fullerton Carl Stephens Atlanta Mehew Hardware Betenain

Funeral rites pending for M L Owen Lawson 36

Funeral services scheduled for M Luanita Owen Lawson 36 of 2502 White Wig Wee at 8 05 today after illness Born January 13 1922 she was a member of F Baptist Church Survived by husband William son Billy Lee father Bill Owens Loftin California brothers Albert Owens Lubbock Texas Davie Owens Lu sion De Owens Anchorage Alaska and Lt Kenest Jolases Washington four sisters Mrs Ruby Moran W319 Detfecsan Mrs Margaret 3iter Pork Charfer Ann Mrs Diel Morgin 414 Washington and Mrs Opal Alfred Boy Gardens California Bowker Funeral Home in charge with burial at Sunset Memorial Gardens

Luanita Owen Lawson Brich Iiness Lawson F Baptist Church Herusband Willi Billy Lee Bill Owens Loftin Cali Albert Owens Lubbork Tes Davie Owens Lusion de Owens Anchorage Alaska Kenest Jolases Washington

Postage proposals loop through House debate on rates

The article details possible changes to postage sizes and rates pending in the Senate. Representative Edward T. Rees questions the Senate plan to approve a nickel stamp for first class letters as the President requested. Representative Baye Otaway proposes a two pirate fare on the nickel stamp, while O'Mara's earlier proposal set different rates for mail types last year.

Adem Regula Edward TL Rees R-Kan Gop Mengiber Tin House Post Office Committee Sinc Ve House Senate Baye Otaway O'Mara tWause Iobeenk Vale Fay Oubof-Lawir

Books Continues From Page One

The article notes difficulties in filling qualifications for the new commission and cites that the new governor will choose a successor after Gary’s term ends in January. In Oklahoma County District Court, four co receivers for Selected Investments were appointed after a long conference. Hicks Epton, Dave D. Price, George Shirk, and H. B. Bass were named with a $500,000 bond. Shirk’s removal as sole receiver had been sought by Hy P. Willis and Iona Willis, but the court kept him as part of the four. The Willises’ attorney accused gossip of harming the company, while Barry for the corporation argued the controversy reflects broader political meddling and rumors.

Gary Oklahoma County District” Court Clarence Mills Hicks Epton Wewoka Dave D. Price Oklahoma City George Shirk H. B. Bass Enid Mills Hy P. Willis Iona Willis Shirk John WW. Tyree Lawton Willises Charles Hill Johns John Barry Barry

Jayne and Mansfield Wedding Details At Chapel

A chaotic wedding scene unfolds near University Park with guests in informal attire and champagne. Police consider crowd control plans around the Peers residence as Jamaine Mansfield finalizes divorce from her prior spouse and prepares for a private reception at a pink cottage.

Mickey University Park Ballas Paul Jayne Marie

Food Distribution To Begin Friday In Courthouse Basement

Central district county commissioner Ewil Woesner announced free food distribution for registered needy families will start at 9:30 a.m. Friday in the courthouse basement. Heads of families must bring registration cards. those unable to attend in person may send a signed note designating their picker. This month’s commodities include rice, cornmeal, flour, cheese and dried milk. no oysters. December totals: 921 families, 2,626 members received aid, down from a year ago totals of 1,103 families and 3,715 members.

Ewil Woesner

Traffic survey plans for post road layout study

Glendening and Lowerie will survey cross traffic to map routes and gate access. The effort, coordinated with civilian and government agencies, aims to assess current road use and future post needs, identifying functioning roads and heaviest traveled ones. A final report and recommendations will go to Maj. Gen. Thomas E. de Sharo.

Glendening Lowerie Thomas E. de Sharo Artillery and Missile Center

Trial Continued From Pare Que

The article argues that trial needs depend on military operations but families of servicemen are there for mutual comfort and happiness. It states armed forces can operate without the presence of wives and children, though families provide support and morale.

Airport plans seek new runway extensions and requirements

The consulting engineer reports the CAA in Oklahoma City has not received the new aircraft type, with Continental Airlines outlining extreme condition landings and takeoffs. Estimated costs include 591,000 for paving, 23,000 for grading, 72,500 for taxiway extension, and 2,000 for lighting as the city debates a shorter runway extension due to limited local funds. Airport board chair W. T. Burleson and council committee members joined engineer reps and manager Klaas Ising at a meeting with board members Larry Wiest and Glenn Friman and committee members E. W. Kirkpatrick and Hugh Corwin.

CAA Oklahoma City Continental Airlines Airport Board Council Klaas Ising W. T. Burleson Larry Wiest Glenn Friman E. W. Kirkpatrick Hugh Corwin

Dates For Play Here Changed at Cameron College

Lawson Little Theatre shifts presentation of Little Foxes to Feb 21 and 22 in Cameron college auditorium. President Mrs. Fred Desking announced the original Feb 28 to March 1 dates were moved due to a junior college program conflict. Casting began Monday night for the Old South 1900s set drama directed by Tod Dermey with performances through Friday at 7 pm at 1410 N 15th.

Lawson Little Theatre Cameron College Fred Desking Tod Dermey

Final expense life insurance offer for older adults

A postcard based solicitation invites people aged 50 to 80 to apply for a $1,000 life policy from Old American Ins. Co. It promises no obligation and no calls, with mail-only handling from 3 West Ltd. Dept. L13338 Kansas City Missouri.

Old American Ins. Co 3 West Ltd Kansas City Missouri

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