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Newspaper

Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Jan 17, 1946

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Solons Warned On Army Reduction By MacArthur

Washington reports General Douglas MacArthur warned that cutting Pacific forces below 400000 by July 1 would weaken military controls over Japan and Korea. Eisenhower presented the cable to a Senate committee while outlining army demobilization plans and noting MacArthur’s 1,164,000 strong force would drop to 900000, with key troops in Japan and the Pacific.

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Report Of Probe Here By Mrs Bassett

Mrs Bassett presents findings from a county investigation as Mayor Glenn and Police Chief Dowling receive the report. Officials discuss grand jury actions, potential charges, and proposed reforms while detailing testimonies and ongoing inquiries into civic affairs and alleged misconduct.

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Jaycees Host Rural Program With Local Notables

The Junior Chamber of Commerce plans a rural program featuring speakers Sgt Latere and Dr Caslox with musical numbers by Bill Osbors Carolyn Wilsing and Dorothy U1. George Hutchins will chair the ceremony. Members and wives of the Senior Chamber of Commerce are invited, with transportation and rider space arranged through the Chamber office at 6 30 p.m.

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unclear military briefing from Honolulu after January 17

A dated dispatch from Honolulu reports Lt. Gen. Robert tichirdsen commenting on a mobilization plan and a court inquiry. Three enlisted men remain confined awaiting investigation while two others were involved in demonstrations. No charges have been filed against the men so far.

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Eisenhower faces mobilization delays and cost scrutiny

A tense report notes Eisenhower’s push to speed mobilization encounters delays and budget pushback. Inspections of installations and complaints from officers label some as non essential. A Congress review panel and a Friday radio address seek to address the defense program and Army strength figures.

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Girl 10 Rescues Brothers and Sister From Fire

Ten year old Malisie Shivers saved her brothers Billy and Levey and sister during a house fire at 7 belows past midnight at 2 South West. Mrs Mylus Shivers and Mr Jules Mes were inside the home when flames broke out. Neighbor Tiwana assisted as the incident unfolded and a local minister, Dag Godin, provided help.

Witsle Malisie Shivers LouAver Billy Levey Mylus Shivers Malisie Jual Mes Shivers Gwvay Tiwana Dage Godin

Kimmel Says Naval Warning Insufficient

Rear Adm. Husband E. Kimmel testified that the Pacific Fleet was not just based at Pearl Harbor to defend Hawaii but to conduct offensive operations if war with Japan occurred. He criticized the warning and said it did not influence his decisions on Pearl Harbor defenses or potential prewar actions.

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County Democrats Set Saturday Convention and Officer Elections

County Democratic officials announce a Saturday convention to select new officers and designate county delegates to the state convention in Olstalma City. The meeting will set the party’s platform and confirm the committee lineup for upcoming elections.

Fahomil Gite Tiona Darcey Olstalma City

House Labor Committee Plans Action On Fact-Finding

Washington Jan 17 AP The House labor committee agreed to act before next Tuesday on President Truman’s request for fact finding boards to settle major industrial disputes. The move followed a push by Rep Landis to modify the proposed legislation and curb a 40 day cooling off period. Some members urged secrecy on committee deliberations while others pressed for public action.

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Strikes At A Glance By The Associated Press Now

Labor unrest spreads across sectors with 886000 workers affected. Major developments include Truman proposing a public interest wage plan if steel leaders fail to agree, while CIO and Fairless discuss 800000 steel workers’ pay. Meat packing talks involve ALF CIO as 263000 workers face slowdown. Western Electric talks involve 58090 workers. Auto talks between UAW and Ford hinge on a 194 percent wage rise amid GM strike of 175000 CIO workers.

Meat Packing—Labor Department ALF and CIO ALF

Ford And CIO Fail To Break Deadlock In Wage Talks

DETROIT Jan 17 AP Ford Motor Company and the CIO United Auto Workers remain deadlocked in their wage dispute after a second bar gaining session described as friendly. A UAW secret caucus discussed a top drawer wage issue while Ford offered no new concessions. A third session is planned for tomorrow as both sides seek a definite agreement.

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OPA Sets Price Ceilings on 1946 Cars in 32 Models

OPA announces ceilings on 32 1946 auto models with increases ranging from 11 to 127 dollars. The government says costs from engineering and production will raise dealers’ prices, with Plymouth, Chrysler and Ford lines cited. GM cars to follow basic 2 percent overall rise, while specific options and regional adjustments vary.

OPA Ford Studebaker General Motors Irs Buick Cadillac SUM Mikes Detroit

County Road Plan Sets $800000 State Aid Split

The counties of Commune and Cotton each receive an $800000 share in an IMG air to program with state aid funds. A project in each county is slated for primary consideration. Cotton County would see a $150000 bituminous surfacing from Phixtings northwest to Temple. The program covers postwar equipment and secondary road work with future additions under Sen. Logan’s recommendation.

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Scout Banquet To Be Held Tonight In Fort Smith

Boy Scouts from the Black Beaver Council gather at the Indian school for the 15th annual banquet. Dr. Dan C. Procter of Oklahoma College for Women serves as master of ceremonies with S J McFlines presiding. Stanley A. Barcis of New York, national director of interracial activities, offers the principal address. Awards for cubs and scouts include Veteran, Jubilee, training, silver beater and eagle badges.

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Truman Plan To End Deadlock In Steel Talks

President Truman urged the steel strike leaders to reach an agreement in private talks before he proposes a public plan. Kelly Fairless and Murray, labor and management figures, were in stalled wage negotiations as Secretary Schwellenbach appointed a fact finding board to intervene in the meat packing wage dispute. Government seizure was not admitted as part of the talks, with a key meeting set for later in the day.

Washington Truman Dewalting CIO Presi Ing Philip Auturay U. S Interrean Trumaun Lewis Bob Schwellenbach Freeeman John Helnigs Swift Was Company CLO Siri Studhsad White House Libor Schwellen Hach Mangement and Labor Representaives Rosk Mires Murray Wairless

Paul Seeks Post Held By Berry

Oklahoma City January 17 veteran State Senator Homer Paul of Pauls Valley announced his bid for lieutenant governor in 1946. As president pro tempore of the State Senate he acts as governor when both the governor and lieutenant governor are absent. He would not run against Berry if Berry seeks reelect ion but suspects Berry plans for governor if Lt General Raymond S. McLain does not enter the race. Paul would not seek his current seat after 1946, having served 18 years in the Senate and six in the House.

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