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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1974
Page
3
Arch ie Fleming reports seven of eleven lighting bulbs are defective in the city’s $150000 high mast system at the tri level interchange. One mast has no bulbs and remains unlit. SEK Contractors Inc will complete work before state approval. manufacturer warranties bulbs with contractor replacements. City incurs about $400 monthly for full system operation.
Lawton Redistricting Commission on Monday final approved a ward adjustment plan shifting Lee and Jefferson precincts from Ward 2 to Ward 4. The move, aimed at balancing populations near the 9,562 ideal, leaves Ward 2 at 8,583 and Ward 4 at 8,840, while a 10 day waiting period ends. The change comes amid a district court challenge to the prior plan. Commission members present included Chairman Steve Barnes and six others.
Medical Explorer Post 19 sponsors a Health Science Career Fair from 10 am to 4 pm Saturday at the City County Health Department 1010 S Sheridan. Eleven stations will cover fields such as nursing medicine dentistry pharmacy medical technology X ray technology special therapies medical administration military medicine public health and volunteer hospital service Experts will be available for personal discussion and consultation Open to anyone interested in a health science career.
Lawton Police Department reports list complainants and incidents citywide. Names include Atlas Tuck Construction Co and Pierce Mobil Homes reporting vandalism to equipment and windows, ear l Brock theft of a bicycle, and Debbie Belcher purse theft.
Washington AP reports Senate leaders likely to force a vote on emergency energy legislation by Wednesday to override a potential Republican filibuster. Oil executives testifying before Sen Henry M Jackson's subcommittee faced questions on profits, inventories, and shortages amid calls for gas station rationing and energy conservation.
The piece weighs whether sailing remains amateur despite industry ties. It notes IYRU definitions bar paid racing while many sailors gain from sailmakers designers and builders. The debate extends into 1976 Olympics and beyond as offshore powerboat racing plans press on amid fuel concerns and public reaction.
A federal tax guide from IRS district director Clyde L. Bickerstaff explains deductible portions of automobile and house trailer license fees. The first 25 dollars for house trailers and mobile homes are non deductible. only excess over that is deductible. For travel trailers excess over 15 dollars is deductible. Boat licenses deduct the excess over 1 dollar as ad valorem tax. Auto tag deductibility declines yearly from over 20.15 in the first year to 6.15 in the tenth and beyond.
The report notes that residents of Alberta account for four percent of all dairy products produced within the province.
Cleanup drive Operation Big Lift launches this week in Comanche County to remove about 4000 junk cars and trash. The effort is led by Cleaner Greener Comanche County, Downtown Kiwanis and Rotary clubs, county FFA chapters and Key Clubs, with Fred Ferrell and Mike Clayton praising the pilot program and youth involvement. The project aims to finish by February 15 and directs any proceeds to FFA and Key clubs.
A Payne County grand jury was impaneled to investigate county offices amid petitions signed by 800 residents calling for an inquiry into two county commissioners Orval Mayfield and Wilfred Overholt and the district attorney. Instnet Court Judge Robert Hert announced an investigation of the county clerk's office with state help from attorneys Bob McDonald and Paul Croe.
Barry Guy Bruster 17, son of Mr and Mrs Bill Bruster of 517 N 60th, earned Eagle Scout after eight years in scouting. He joined Cub Scouts in 1965 at nine, advancing through Wolf Bear Lion, and joined Troop 100 in 1969. He served as patrol leader and earned twenty four merit badges plus awards and honors. He is a Eisenhower High School junior with straight A’s and athletic letters in football and wrestling.
The yuan is the Chinese currency, worth about 43 cents, with the 10 yuan note as the largest in circulation. Emmett Dedmon’s China Journal notes average monthly wages under 100 yuan, shaping the currency picture.
An ad promotes FASTEETH powder as a long lasting denture powder that reduces slipping and discomfort. It targets denture wearers seeking secure fit and ease during daily use. The product claims quick action and reliable retention.
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