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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1957
Page
6
A pair of religious quotes contrasts eternal life with mortal limits. Luke 20 48 proclaims equality with angels as children of God through the resurrection, while George MacDonald asserts a return to God with no life gaps, expressing firm faith and resolve.
A dramatic nonstop flight by U S B 52 Stratofortresses demonstrates global reach and deterrence. The mission covered 24 000 miles with aerial refuelings, tracing Newfoundland to the Pacific coast, praising crew members and refueling crews for showcasing nuclear delivery capability and reinforcing the deterrent power against the Kremlin.
The Marshall Plan era spurred Western Europe toward economic unity as coal and steel integration grew into broader markets. Postwar links with the United States deepen, with American control expanding to about 140 West German firms while German companies like Robert Bosch increase U S operations, signaling a continuing reduction of barriers.
A compilation of brief Q and A covering fruits government language Social Security history and congressional women. It notes apples in the United States one third of world production the Egyptian republic languages French German Italian official statuses Social Security Act dates 1935 1937 and a record sixteen women in Congress plus details on Mrs. Jackson’s absence before inauguration.
In a press conference President Truman hesitates to compare post Geneva tension with October crises. Lippmann argues the fall upheavals in Hungary and Middle East worsen East West relations, shrinking Western influence and boosting Soviet control. He notes the Eisenhower Doctrine is a limited Western reassertion and warns on the nuclear weapon bases issue amid growing neutralism. A side note cites a winter skunk invasion in Stillwater Oklahoma due to scarce food.
The USO-YMCA annual operating committee meeting at the Hotel Lawtonian reviewed 1956 totals. Volunteers logged 15 078 man hours, events drew 25 902 in attendance, and building turnout reached 204 768. Canteen and club projects funded 34 percent of expenses 23400 91, with the rest from National USO appropriations. Rev Phillip H Ward University of Oklahoma YMCA spoke as dinner guest. Thurston D Nicklas was program chairman. James G Knox led the operating committee. Chaplain L O Sheffield gave the benediction.
Three blasts rocked Beaumont last night with no injuries. A truck owned by State Rep Rufus Kilpatrick was destroyed, St Michael’s Orthodox Church entrance damaged, and windows broken at a residence. Authorities found no clear motive or cause.
Comanche county plans a special banquet to name and honor the Outstanding Young Farmer of 1951. Dr Podney L Worthen Jaycee project chairman announced today. Announcement date will be set at the Jaycee weekly noon meeting at Hotel Lamtonian. Nominees include Bob Bauman Meers Ray Buchanan Meers Danton Dove Rt 2 Eugene Goodin Rt 3 Billy R Hewes Rt 2 Edward C Hill ary Rt 1 Harrison King Rt 3 Clifford Dossey Lawton cast Guy Luther Shaw Elgin Maurice F Wyatt Geronimo.
Marlin Keathley operations manager at Katy Meat Packing travels to Fort Worth to supervise meat judging at the Fat Stock Show. An approved judge since his Texas A&M College graduation in 1549, he plans to return Wednesday as college teams from across the United States compete for honors. Traffic charge filed this morning by County Attorney Warren Crane cites reckless driving against Leonard Cox, 23, arrested by Constable Newt Wayne Cox. Bible sales in Japan exceed prewar years, American Bible Society reports.
Chicago butter market shows stable prices with wholesale buying unchanged. Receipts total 961000 with price quotes 93 score AA 59, 92 A 59, 90 B 584, 89 C58, cars D0 B S834, 89 C Hay.
Detective Captain Otis Waldron announced that 27 year old Fort Worth man Joe Edwart Walker alias Joe Avery has been turned to federal authorities for transporting a stolen automobile in interstate commerce under the Dyer Act. Walker was arraigned before U S Commissioner Durward Mathis and committed to county jail in lieu of bond. Also noted were two Dallas men with 40 years combined prison time for armed robbery booked for inquiry, while two Oklahoma City suspects in narcotics safecracking at Boulevard Pharmacy were released. no charges filed.
In a candid talk Wilson defends modernizing the National Guard, cites lack of prior training in over 80 percent of personnel, and argues for better readiness. He declines to fix a departure date from the cabinet while noting political pressure over draft dodging remarks. Members of Congress defend the Guard.
Lawton Youth Center will hold a talent show at 7 30 p m Friday with Mrs Jack Howe director stating applications are still being accepted. Local teenagers are invited to participate and admission is 35 cents per person. Dancing will be permitted at certain times during the evening.
Dr Crane discusses how employees using a boss's first name can undermine hierarchy and morale. The piece notes social climbers seek prestige through informal greetings, while subordinates should show deferential address during work hours. It advertises tests for employer and employee via Hopkins Syndicate.
Marquis Childs reports on George M. Humphrey, his role as Eisenhower's Treasury secretary, and his strong conservative stance on reducing spending to curb inflation. The piece portrays Humphrey as a persuasive defender of free enterprise whose budget goals align with the President, and notes the potential impact on defense spending and economic policy.
Actress Claudia Radice stars in a radio drama with a citrus fruit theme, a late Hebrew ascetic mention, and an array of clues spanning botany, antiques, and forging a path through a puzzle styled across a page in the issue. The feature blends star power with wordplay and cross references.
King Saud arrived amid a cool city reception and planned meetings with President Eisenhower. He expressed hope that his visit would strengthen U S Saudi ties and aid Middle East peace. The entourage included armed aides as he prepared for talks in Washington and at the United Nations. In Hollywood, a lightning machine accident wounded studio electrician Andre Tweiss twice during a storm scene for Jeanne Eagles, hitting him in the seat and face.
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