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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1957
Page
4
A fragmentary biblical quotation contrasts justice and mercy, noting that true charity gives bread to the hungry and covers the naked, aligning with the Cruden definition of chavity as a principle of prevailing love to God and good to others.
The piece argues that U S forces abroad are subject to host nation courts under status of forces agreements and that canceling these pacts would force withdrawal from overseas posts. It defends foreign sovereignty, NATO ties, and the balance of judicial authority as beneficial to both sides and essential for defense.
The piece credits Louis Armstrong with supreme confidence among diplomats, noting his trumpet driving peace efforts as he tours parts of the world including Latin America and possibly behind the Iron Curtain. Armstrong asserts positive reception and hints at continuing bold musical diplomacy to deter wars.
Professor Zygmunt Filipowien, a Polish tourist official, spoke to a crowded Polish embassy event about Poland as Europe’s ideal summer visit. He touted affordable fishing and hunting, claiming ten dollars a day covers lavish living using Special coupons bought in New York before departure.
Former president Harry Truman joked that his wife Mrs. Truman asked Mrs. Helm, the White House housekeeper, to accompany him to Europe years ago to handle protocol matters. Mrs. Helm replied that would waste time since Truman never pays attention to protocol anyway.
The whirligig bee is described as having eyes split by a head margin. One eye watches above water for threats, the other monitors below. The question references its unique vision and two garls.
London pundits debate whether the Moscow purge signals a shift in disarmament policy. Zorin’s negative reply to Western proposals sparks two camps: one predicts a hard line or clarification, the other expects staged inspection and tighter control leading to fuller disarmament. Talks drag on as analysts weigh Kremlin motives and the Geneva precedent. A separate item notes three Chicago Marines allegedly burning marijuana with flame throwers on a four acre plot as police observe.
Clyde T. a 42 year old chemist joins a Compliment Club experiment to give three sincere compliments daily for 30 days. He reports improved mood and productivity, noting a former employee receiving his first compliment in years. The project spreads to a plant and suggests church and youth groups adopt the idea, with a booklet offered for 20 cents.
Hollywood gossip notes span Anni Magnani off visitors during Woman Obsessed scene. Gary Morrill and Bette Davis end legal separations with no divorce planned. Bob Hope as Jimmy Walker in Beau James prompts quip about politics and show business. Susan Hayward about Georgia life with new husband. Perfume for pouches sold in Beverly Hills at eight dollars an ounce. Warner Bros to TV release 1150 short subjects expanded to 28 minutes for home screens. Jack Benny debuts in Las Vegas Flamingo. Dean Martin and Danny Thomas praised. Rossellini cited. Narcotics Bureau endorses Hatful of Rain film version. Joan Calling signs final divorce from Max Reed. Movie about WWII Marine Gabakian planned. This Is Your Life subject featured. Bagahoula studio raise tale bought by boss after employee’s plea. Ramimy Davis Jr hopes Porgy role in film version. Laura LaPointe’s 23-year marriage ends. Elena Verdugo in Panama Sal wearing off-the-knee top. Fernando Lamas now a practitioner in Church of Life. Joan Davis engaged to Bud Stock. Stock’s stock drops with Joan.
Washington July 25 The Supreme Court did not side with the government in sending Army Specialist 3-C William Girard to Japan for trial on charges of fatally wounding a Japanese woman The decision keeps the case within political debate over the Bricker amendment as Congress weighs presidential powers in foreign relations The court’s ruling shifts focus back to Congress while officials in both parties warn no immediate action will follow and supporters say the dispute still shapes policy toward Japan and allied diplomacy
Funeral services will be held tomorrow for Dr. D. P. Richardson, age 88, pioneer physician and banker who died Saturday night at his Union City home. He came here 63 years ago and after retiring last year delivered more than 3,000 babies. He entered banking in 1966 with the Bank of Union and served as state bank commissioner under Gov. Matland, later leading the Oklahoma Banking Association, Cleveland Colnie Banking Association, and the American Banking Association Council.
Puzzle style list of clues and partial phrases including river in Germany, Italian staples, East Indian island, and a Roman emperor, with several numbered items and missing letters. The text reads as a cryptic clue segment or crossword style compilation without a coherent news narrative.
Washington forecast a six percent drop in crop production this year while plans for next year call for overall acreage allotments for corn cotton wheat rice and tobacco under the soil bank. The move aims to curb shifting surpluses to other crops amid oversupply and awaits final congressional action on the department's appropriation bill.
Will Rogers Jr a former California congressman and TV star opened a new sewage lagoon in Devils Lake North Dakota during a TV talent contest visit. He admitted the task was unusual but proceeded with the dedication declaring the lagoon open for business and hoping it fulfills its functions. Mayor Dennis W. Kelly drafted him for the duty.
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