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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1956
Page
12
A compact reflective note on fate and self mastery citing biblical and poetic lines. It juxtaposes Proverbs warnings with the poem’s line about steering one’s own course, emphasizing personal responsibility and inner resolve.
The piece argues France remains centered but divided among Faure Mendes-France Mollet coalitions. It notes Faure’s bid for unity failing, Mendes France and Mollet resisting, and the likelihood that the Mendes France bloc may form a cabinet. It laments excessive individualism hindering national service and ponders France’s fate as a world power.
Don Dawson once dropped from Washington Social List after a congressional probe of Reconstruction Finance Corporation ties. Now he hosts grand receptions with wife Ilona Massey, entertains at a Chevy Chase home, and boosts a thriving law practice with Republican clients while Ilona divides time with Hollywood filming and guest appearances.
A quiz page answers questions on Handel’s Large from Xerxes, sturgeon caviar, poinsettia flowers, Juan Gaetano and Captain Cook, oysters diet, and Latin races. It clarifies poinsettia flowers, notes Gaetano’s probable discovery in 18th century, and defines Latin races as descendants of Latin language and culture.
Washington analysis of Eisenhower soil bank plans shows how an average farmer with 160 acres could lose 20 percent of idle cropland under the reserve and conservation programs. Detailed example uses 60 acres of wheat and 20 of cotton, with 50 and 15 acres after cuts, plus CCC certificates and three-year reserve contracts.
In Oshkosh Wisconsin meters will collect pennies and nickels for park ing during the rest of the month. Dimes dropped into the slots will not register but will be donated to the March of Dimes.
Dr Crane notes that men resist marriage science and new ideas to protect ego. Husbands say they know it all, masking insecurity, while wives seek fresh psychology. Elbert Hubbard’s quote frames conservatism as fear of change. Read as a marriage clinic tease.
The article explains varicose veins and how they disrupt blood flow back to the heart and lungs. It notes that surface veins have valves to prevent backflow, highlighting how vein function affects health and distress.
Dr Edwin P Jordan explains how leg veins weaken valves causing varicose veins and ulcers. Standing, overweight, childbirth and tight bands worsen them. Treatments include elastic bandages, surgical tying or removal, and injections to close the vein.
Washington urges new school construction with President Eisenhower seeking 250 million dollars annually for five years. The piece notes the partisan split over federal aid and a proposed segregation amendment by Adam Clayton Powell, examining political strategy and potential outcomes.
In Hollywood 1955 divorces are highlighted with five standout cases, namingRobin Raymond vs Harry A Epstein Cathy Downs vs Joe Kirkwood Jr Lynn Baggett vs Sam Spiegel Neville Brand vs Jean Brand and Mary Astor vs Thomas Wheelock. The piece notes other star gossip including Lois Collier and Robert Oakley splitting and Aldo Ray's renewed ring while Eddie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds seek a Las Vegas act. It ends with reflections on remakes and possible new musical projects and rumors about a Golden Boy adaptation with Mario Lanza.
GREEN BAY Wisconsin North Central Airlines DC-3 made a wheels up emergency landing in a frozen plowed field after engine failure. All nine passengers and three crew members escaped injury.
A compact puzzle style list of crossword clues with fragmented entries including across and down hints. Answers span everyday items such as foods and objects like eggs bread and forks. The garbled prompt hints at common crossword terms and missing letters.
A puzzle style list clues span languages and eras. Answers include Greek war god Ares and French phrases. The mixed entries cover verbs, nouns, titles, and places linked by wordplay, offering a broad crossword style challenge across ten clues.
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