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Newspaper

Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Jul 16, 1957

Page

2

Iowa Man Held In Theft Probe

A 26-year-old Lam Ottum of Iowa was held in Lawton city jail for investigation of stealing about $80 from a Red Free Freight truck on South First Street. The money was taken from a wallet hidden in the truck, discovered by Thomas Brooks of Evansville, Ind. Others reported thefts include a motorcycle from Fort Sill, clothing from a downtown car, a bicycle from a home, hubcaps stolen from several vehicles, and gasoline siphoned from a car.

Lam Doe Irvin J. Rabin Fort Sitt Bobby Horne S. 2Th Parker J. W. Overall Oy R. Zak Oak William Snawley Lydia J. Blount John Waaler Bessie Adeves

State Agriculture Program Disclosed

Ardmore G A new program announced here aims to improve Oklahoma agriculture through scientific research and faster transfer of results to farms and ranches. James H. Thompson of the Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation and Earl Nicholl Seed and Fertilizer Co. disclosed plans for joint efforts. The program covers new crops, better varieties, soil improvement, fertilization, irrigation, feed production and new industrial uses of farm commodities. The foundation will conduct contracted research for Nichols, with Nichols sharing all extra costs.

Ardmore G Oklahoma James H. Thompson Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation Inc Ardmore Earl Nicholl Seed and Fertilizer Co Oklahoma City Forczs Thompson Foundation Nichols Company Nichols

Explorer Scouts Depart For Camp

Explorer scouts from two Fort Sill troops left Lawton Monday night for a week of camping, hiking and trail activities at Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico. Twelve scouts from troops 73 and 3 departed by bus led by Don ald R. Dickerson. Riders included Paul Christoik Sam Davies Raymond Delees Wayrie Gaynor Bill Nee ly Tom Schooley Dave Simpson Bill Shelton Jay Stiers John Strawbridge Paul Willey Brune Wilkins.

Fort Sill Leff Lawton Philmont Scout Ranch New Mexico Tram Donald R. Dickerson Paul Christoik Sam Davies Raymond Delees Wayrie Gaynor Bill Neely Tom Schooley Dave Simpson Bill Shelton Jay Stiers John Strawbridge Paul Willey Brune Wilkins

Water Wasters Pay City Fines

In Municipal court this morning Judge J Merie Oaks fined three water waste cases. Mrs Hilbert Eppler and Hildegard Powell faced fines totaling ten each while Phylis Cornelius forfeited an eleven dollar bond. Additional cases included Mary Moreno forfeiting a twenty dollar bond for disturbance at the Nite Cap Bar and another individual forfeiting a twelve dollar bond on public drunkenness.

J. Merie Oaks Hilbert Eppler Ozmun Hildegard Powell Logan Phylis Cornelius Lindy Mary Moreno

Ex Supreme Court Justice Mentally Ill Says Doctors

Oklahoma City report states former Oklahoma Supreme Court justice Fletcher Riley, 49, was deemed mentally ill by three doctors in a county sanity hearing. A six member jury continues deliberations before Judge William A. Berry as doctors urge treatment.

Oklahoma City Fletcher Riley State Supreme Court Oklahoma County Court Uial William A. Berry Oklahoma County Court Sanity Board Styecarold Riley

Shark Attack Claims Veteran Swimmer Near Atlantic Beach

Rupert Wade, 61, a longtime offshore swimmer from Morehead City, was fatally attacked by two sharks about 600 yards offshore Monday. Lifeguards and Coast Guard tried to save him as Wade, known for 10 mile daily swims, shouted for help before sinking. Wade died from two gaping wounds and was pronounced dead at Morehead City Hospital.

Atlantic Beach N.C Rupert Wade Morehead City Wade Bill Shaw Nan Llrguard Shaw Ming Coast Guard Coast

Raid Charge Tied From Page One in Wilderness Case

Authorities say seven youths face a single complaint and five teenagers a second in a raid near Camp Boulder tied to a Chickasha encampment. U S District Attorney Paul Cress discussed possible county jurisdiction over the wildlife refuge after Interior officials weighed the attorney general opinion. Tyree moved to sever trials for Cline Clanton and Darry Naegell, arguing joint trial would prejudice their rights. Twelve boys are charged with a high misdemeanor, with offenses carrying up to 300 dollars fine and a year in jail. Complainants include Undersheriff Hoyt Shelby and Refuge Manager Julian Howard. The incident followed a raid on the Girl Scout encampment on May 29 near Camp Boulder.

Cline Cary Clanton N. 16Th Darry Naegell Clanton Nacecl Martin Sanchez Leigh Ewing Dearborn Jerry LeBlanc Andrews Alvis Kennedy Gore Jerry Shanklin Jimmy Stanton Wilbur Loyd Jerry Stricklin Bill Cochran Hoyt Shelby Julian Howard Chickasha Camp Boulder

Higgins Named Chief of U S Military Advisory Group Japan

A Rear Admiral J M Higgins assumed command of the U S Military Assistance Advisory Group in Japan, replacing Maj. Gen. William Biddle who becomes commanding general of the Army's 3rd Corps at Fort Leonard Wood Missouri. Higgins previously led the 8th Naval District in New Orleans.

Tokyo J. M. Higgins U.S Japan Higgins William Biddle Biddle Army Ft. Wood Tex 8Th Naval District New Orleans

Kasper Case Persists as Trial Highlights Violence Claims

Defense and government lawyers clash over circumstantial evidence of conspiracy in the Clinton high school integration case. Witnesses describe crowds, threats, and a fatal clash on December 4 near Clinton High School while federal prosecutors press for proof of overt acts and violations of a court order.

Dolbs Ross Barnett Taylor Braden Paul Turner Bullock Bradon Anderson County G School Clinton High School Mm Turnee U.S Joan C. Crawford Jr Janni Kasper Clinton Turney Clyde Cook Alonzo Bullcock Carpenter James Leo Burnett Sidney Davis Turner Jackson, Miss

Two Men Face Driving Without Permit Charges

Two complaints filed today by County Attorney Warren Crane charge motorists Virgil Stone 62 of Rt. 1 Lawson and Nemiah Colbert 23 of 104 Bell with driving without a license in Justice of Peace Marvin v. Camerons court.

Warren Crane Justice of Peace Marvin

Medical Science Cures Rare Disease But Not Certain How

In London a doctor reports curing a case of Gilles de la Tourette's syndrome by inhaling 70 percent carbon dioxide for two months. The patient, 22, had swearing fits and facial tics since childhood, but improved after 30 sessions. Doctors note unclear mechanism and warn results may not generalize.

Delos Smith New York Gilles de la Tourette Georges Gilles de la Tourette Yielf Richard P. Michael London Michael

Kremlin shakeup signals no policy change says Dulles

Deal continues from page one notes the Kremlin shakeup does not imply new foreign policy, citing Khrushchev and the modernists as guiding forces. Zhukov’s role remains unclear after backing the purge of Molotov. Dulles rejects Mansfield’s plan for a first hand tour behind the Iron Curtain, relying on diplomats and 20 trained American experts in Eastern Europe.

Vodaf. Avon Kremlin Russia Khrushchev Georgi Zhukov Zhukov V. M. Molotov Dulles

Shooting Incident Near Hatfields Station Details Incomplete

Police report a shooting around 12 40 a m at Hatfields Station west of Lawton on U S 62. Witnesses would not reveal motive as Suggs, son of Mr and Mrs Paul D Suggs of 1921 Columbia, was reported in good condition after the incident in the service station beer tavern driveway.

Sailant Hatfield's Lawton U. S. 62 Sugrs Suggs Paul D. Suggs Columbia

Record Continues Page One Speed Record Flight

The aircraft was clocked at 1,015.428 miles an hour to set a Thompson Trophy speed record in 1954 as the Navy launched two jets in an air refueling attempt. Lt. Cmde. Charles Deramid of Hastings-on-Hudson N Y was forced to land in New Mexico after in-air refueling failed and the tanker boom bent.

Navy Cmde Charles Deramid Hastings-on- Hudson N.Y New Mexico

Youths Admit OC Robbery At Hamburger Stand

In Oklahoma City two teenagers Sylvester Davis 19 and Charles Dupree 17 confessed to armed robbery and beating elder hamburger stand operator Grady Maddux after closing last Thursday night. Maddux remained in Mercy Hospital with serious head injuries as police tied the suspects to the Hilch Flikecs vocal quartet.

Oklahoma City Sylvester Davis Charles Dupree Grady Maddux Maddux Mercy Hospital DuPree Davis Virgil P. Smith Hilch-Flikecs

Cameron Coach to Speak at Lawton Jaycees Luncheon

Leroy Montgomery Cameron college athletic director will be principal speaker at the Lawton Jaycees luncheon at noon Wednesday at the Hotel Lawtonian. He will discuss the coming Aggie football season and tickets for home games. Dr. Bill Bonnell is program chairman.

Leroy Montgomery Cameron Lawton Jaycees Lawtonian Aggie Bill Bonnell

Capehart Bill Sparks Senate Row Over Fiscal Policy

The Capehart fiscal bill divided the Senate with a straight party line vote as Senators Robertson and Lausche broke with Democrats to oppose it. Kerr and Capehart clashed in a heated exchange, with Kerr defending Eisenhower’s fiscal stance and accusing the administration of poor policy while Hagerty declined to comment.

Capehart Sens. Robertson D.va Lausche D-Ohia Robertson Sion Commission Kerr Eisenhower Senate Capephart James C. Hagerty

IEE Clarification Stance Maintains Unchanged Position

IEE officials press the clarification line, not compromise, as Knowland refuses to define the term. No discussions on clarifying amendments occur before Senate considers the controversial measure. Dirksen forecasts a strong calendar motion victory, signaling a potential milestone for a rights bill despite Southern opposition.

Knowland Senate Everett M. Dirksen Dirksen

Scout Pack Plans Heavy Schedule for Summer

Pack 73 Jefferson school announces a busy July August agenda to keep Cub Scout interest alive. Major James J. Crow says plans were set at the monthly leaders planning meeting at his home. July 26 features a splash party at Swimming Pool No. 4 Bart Sill area with a watermelon feast. An overnight father and son campout is planned for Aug 30 with details to come.

Jefferson School James J. Crow Crow Prentice Bart. Sill van Feast Crown de Jtalle

Benson plan would cut corn support to zero to fifty percent

The proposal argues for greater farmer freedom from rigid allotments and lower government costs while still meeting public demand for economy. It would move corn into the same support class as oats barley and sorghum with parity varying by policy choice.

Benson Congress Benson Wold

SH 2 Road in Latimer County Gets Go Ahead After Debt Settlement

Latimer County commissioners agreed to pay 42 750 owed to the state for right of way on another highway. A compromise allows payment of 1 375 now and the balance next year. The SH 2 route would run from 168 miles north of Wilburton to the Latimer County line. The commission also rejected other project requests and canceled building plans to free funds for flood crisis road work.

Latimer County Commission Latimer Wilburton Harold Shoemake Muskogee Taft Leroy Berry Ada Purcell

Street Marking Tests Planned by City Committee

The street committee chaired by Shelton plans tests of several paint types to determine stability before a marking program starts. Highway officials are to offer recommendations. Demonstration marking at Fourth and D was supervised by Edward Polito assisted by Nello D Altro and Charles Regalbuta of New York City.

Shelton Highway Department Edward Polito Nello D’altrorio Charles Regalbuta New York City

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