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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1954
Page
8
The scanned page shows staff roles and masthead details for the Lawton Constitution including editor publisher Bill Bentley and other staff. It lists circulation managers and department heads, contact line, publication schedule, and office address. Also included are subscription rates, association memberships, and a policy note about corrections and error responsibility.
The excerpt blends a biblical verse from I Corinthians about baptism for the dead with a quote from Ralph Waldo Emerson praising steadfastness and the sense of eternity. It juxtaposes religious ritual with philosophical assurance of enduring faculties.
A Boston meeting of scientists reviewed findings that unscientific, hit or miss methods often beat formal training in business leadership and child education. They note leaders succeed without training and that outside activities and hands on learning can surpass classroom methods. They urge humility and caution in applying scientific measures to human behavior and education.
Reports note the international reaction to former Iran premier Mossadegh facing treason charges. A three year military tribunal sentence appears lenient, yet may be effectively severe given his advanced age and frailty.
Washington notes from the White House and State Department warn that the Bricker amendment would severely limit presidential authority in foreign policy by barring treaties from overriding state laws. President Eisenhower opposes the clause, while Senator Bricker presses for a Senate vote amid strong backing. The issue involves constitutional questions and influential allies in law and politics.
The court decreed Mossadegh must serve his sentence in solitary confinement. During the trial he shouted and fainted, denounced the judge, and threatened hunger strikes. Critics dubbed it a dramatic finale to his contentious career and argued the proceedings showcased his acting rather than justice.
A reader asks about dementia praecox now called schizophrenia. It is a serious mental illness with split personality traits, onset often 15 to 30, with delusions, hallucinations, and erratic behavior. Psychiatric evaluation, possible commitment, and treatments like electroshock or brain surgery are discussed.
Maj Anthony Rozga of Milwaukee Wisconsin was named flight operations officer at the Army Aviation School replacing Capt Joseph P Smith who left for overseas duty. Capt Stanley G Zimmerman assumed command of the Aviation Enlisted Student company returning from Korea where he was a communist prisoner. Capt Kenneth R Helms was assigned as assistant operations officer in charge of school operations.
Seventeen Medical Corps officers completed orientation and indoctrination at the Army Aviation School. Lt. Col. Rollie M. Harrison led the course with staff, including flight sessions, hood time, and Link trainer. The program prepared them to serve as Army air medical examiners.
ASC officials announce that overplanting cotton acreage allotments will forfeit federal cost share aid. February 15 is the final date for applying for a new farm allotment for non-regular cotton allotments. Applications must show the farmer depends on farming, and the farm is the only cotton allotment in the county. Applications are made at the Comanche county ASC office in the courthouse.
Memorial and Kiowa area births reported for January 18 to 19 with several newborns and names. Admissions include L E Burgess medical and multiple patients at various addresses. discharges note several children and adults recovering or returning home.
Burglars broke into the First Baptist church at 430 B and Douglass school buildings in Douglass last night. About 30 dollars stolen from the church, 25.07 from the custodian’s desk, 5 from a finance office box, and 1.20 from a March of Dimes collection folder. Window entry and forced North door reported. school loot included vending machines and kitchen items with drawers left open.
Several hundred county women expected to attend an instructional meeting at Woodrow Wilson school auditorium at 1 15 p m Wednesday. The session screens a Polio foundation film featuring Helen Hayes about the Mothers March whirlwind campaign and Mrs Carl Stephens will preside as chairman.
Rush Kimbell a state pioneer grocery merchant in Altus died Monday night at about 98 after nearly three years bedfast. His daughter Mrs. Faye Ozman of Lawton and two other daughters survive along with a son and grandchildren. Two sisters-in-law Mrs. Leo Ozmun and Mrs. Irwin R. Ozmun are listed among the relatives.
A police complaint for failure to pay an overparking ticket against James M. Coody was dismissed after officials realized the vehicle had been sold before the ticket was issued. Officer Alford Hennessee noted police errors in confirming ownership and said records showed Coody once owned the car.
Rita Connywerdy of FSIS reports a medical birth for Mrs. Melvin Meeks of Binger and her son born January 16. Mrs. Kenneth Karty of Carnegie reports a daughter born January 13. The list also includes Mary Maynahonah of Sharon Tahsahsamah and Carnegie under medical attention with address 1303 H.
A discussion on faith and healing argues that religion and science complement each other in medical outcomes. It cites Harold Sherman’s case of throat mycosis improving after forgiveness and outlines eight practical steps: seek ministerial support, pray for doctors, remain calm, trust natural and spiritual laws, surrender loved ones to God, visualize health, and ask God to heal with a gentle, thankful approach.
State Election Board secretary confirms only James E. Thomas will appear on the ballot as Democrat for the sixth district representative. The article notes his selection at a recent mass meeting and mentions involvement with the American Legion Americanization committee. It lists related local political and civic notes from the era.
A crossword style list of across and down clues including radio actress Randolph and multiple word definitions from Reiterate to Italian river. The puzzle combines 58 clues with several theme entries and cross references for solving.
Answers include Bamboo like grass sedge reeds and grasses. The list covers terms for series 28 scope 29 dissolve 30 lampreys 38 dispassionate 40 tilted 45 things done 46 building on 47 flower 49 coagulated part of milk 50 sea eagle 51 observed 53 bitter vetch 54 comb form.
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