Glen Johnson enters race for Oklahoma state Democratic chair
Former Congressman Glen D. Johnson challenged Governor Murray and state chairman Smith Hester, accusing them of wrecking the party after the last election. He vowed to send Oklahoma’s $25,000 Jefferson Jackson Day fund to national headquarters and to rally support across the state against the Murray-Hester leadership.
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Ike Faces Skepticism After First Year In White House
Washington observers debate Ike’s fitness for political unity as he nears year one in the White House. Some say he is an amateur among seasoned lawmakers while others praise his stamina and grasp of policy. A first 1954 press conference showed a sharp, confident Eisenhower, though critics doubt he can command Capitol Hill as he did in war.
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Quarterly Payment On Tax Due Today
Washington January 15 UP Some 7 million taxpayers who pay income tax quarterly must by midnight Friday square themselves for 1953 They must make final quarterly payment on last year income and adjust estimates if they were too low when made last March It is also the deadline for filing estimates if one was not filed and if the taxpayer now knows he must file such a declaration
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Flu in Bethel prompts hospital transfer
Several influenza cases reported in Bethel with one resident, Mrs. W. D. Cosgrove, moved to Lawton's Southwestern hospital for a lung infection.
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State Oil Operators Complete 126 Ventures During Week
Industry report shows 126 ventures completed by operators in the past week with 82 producers and 42 dry holes. New starts rose to 163 while 10 fewer oilers and 12 more dry holes were recorded. Beckham County Oklahoma eyeing two potential fields.
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McHenry Elected Police President in Ton Chapter
Policeman Patrick McHenry was elected president of the Law ton chapter of the Fraternal Order of Police. Board trustees Walter Asbery and Alford Hennes join on three year terms. Plans include a Policemen's Ball and a turkey and ham shoot near the old airport grounds at Sixth Street.
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Minstrel Show Draws 600 in Elgin Civic Benefit
About 600 people attended the Negro minstrel presented by the Elgin and Fletcher Lions clubs. Proceeds will fund civic improvements.
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Copan News Brief Underlines Long Prisoner Case Stagnation
A terse item notes Washington County. It states a prisoner has not been released for ten years, highlighting stalled progress and unresolved status in the case. Local officials provide minimal details, focusing on the enduring confinement and inquiries surrounding the prisoner’s future.
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