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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1972
Page
12
The Lawton Constitution lists editors and officers including Ned Shepler as publisher and Sarees editor, with staff titles Bill F. Bentley May B. Shepler Shirley Shepler Bentley and others. It notes association memberships and that AP holds local news rights. The notice also states advertising rules and correction policy.
The piece recalls the Smithsonian agreements and a dollar devaluation to 38 an ounce, noting ongoing volatility in the pound and dollar. It discusses jawboning by the U S and Britain, persistent trade deficits, and the slow effect of price and wage controls as policy remedies.
The article notes over 3.6 billion dollars lent under the government guaranteed program with nine month grace on repayment. Defaults range from 4 to 11 percent across banks, but governments cover losses. Riots and protests are linked to some borrowers, though authorities aim to steer students back to repayment.
Quote advising retreat from crowds and daily self reflection attributed to journalist Arthur Brisbane.
Washington analysis notes a bitter fight for control of party machinery in New York and nationally. It compares the 1948 Dixiecrat split to today, warns McGovern may split the Democrats, and suggests leaders prefer party control to immediate election wins despite looming showdowns.
In Oklahoma Charles Nesbitt builds a folksy image with suspenders as he tours the state. He aims to cover 106 miles to the gallus during the campaign and acknowledges voter indifference rather than a groundswell. Oklahoma City police curb traffic tickets over pay dispute. If they seek attention they should speed tickets.
The piece argues President Nixon will pivot from universal income guarantees to aiding middle income groups. It cites Caspar Weinberger proposing tax credits up to 200 dollars per child for families under 18 000 dollars income to attend private or parochial schools. The analysis suggests a broader strategy to reward productive middle class and private education, with ongoing shifts over the next four years.
The article discusses whether losers can find love by overcoming past failures and adopting a positive outlook. It notes moods color senses and perceptions like sound quality in audio gear. It warns parents to monitor children’s TV to limit influence from programming executives.
Andrew Tully critiques the Democratic National Convention scene in Miami Beach as factions clash over the nomination. He cites McGovern Humphrey tensions, Illinois Daley influence, and name calling, arguing the party risks internal ruin without true leaders.
A trivia Q and A list covers the femur as the longest bone, the herring as a major fish catch, moonlight as reflected sunlight, Four Corners as the only U S point touching four states, and Benjamin Harrison preceded and was succeeded by Grover Cleveland.
Yesteryears notes show Lawton water use rules assigning watering days across three city zones. Henry Weddle elected president of Westside Golf and Country Club. Mrs. John Littlefield named Oklahoma Jaycee Jane director.
Horoscope page outlines daily guidance for each sign with emphasis on seizing opportunities Aries Mars boosts efforts and Leo must maintain proportion. Aquarius advice urges listening to others while Pisces calls for alertness and self mastery. Birthdate notes highlight John Quincy Adams and Yul Brynner among others.
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