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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1955
Page
5
A column argues that happy successful women share inner growth over time. It notes many recall unhappy youths yet gain confidence, dress and makeup skill, and personal appeal. The piece insists aging brings self assurance and that looks matter less than attitude.
New officers for Centenary Methodist Woman's Society of Christian Service circle III were appointed by Mrs. E. R. Bauman at a 9 am meeting at her home 1813 Lawton. Appointments include J. L. Richardson secretary and W. F. Provine treasurer with others serving as spiritual life secretary and missionary education secretary. A devotional was given by Mrs. Kluck, with several members present.
Elgin club members met at the home of Mrs. J B Mansel during a special session led by president Mrs Artie Roll to plan a July 22 lawn picnic supper. A noon covered dish luncheon featured handwork for the hostess with guests including Mesdames Mansel Crane and Mansel and others from Tex Duncan and local families.
The Southwest Beauticians association, led by president Bill Hopkins, met at Lawton Chamber of Commerce to plan a float for Lawton's Aug 6 birthday celebration. About 18 members attended a brief meeting after a film on telephone courtesy.
NEA staff writer Kay Sherwood discusses updating traditional homes with affordable modern touches. She cites light fabrics, textured shades, and fiber rugs as ways to refresh mahogany rooms while preserving keepsakes. The piece encourages lighter colors and smaller spaces to prevent overpowering classic furnishings.
Lawton Northside Baptist church hosts a Young People's rally and recognition service for junior and intermediate Royal Ambassador boys. Comanche-Cotton WMU sponsors the event at 7 30 p.m. with leaders Mrs. Gerald R. Smith Mrs. John Evans and Frank Lewis in charge. Rev Ancil Scull Fort Worth will deliver the missionary message.
Mrs. Joe Narmore presided over a Phebean Sunday School class gathering at 8 p.m. in Mrs. Homer Williams home 1207 Parkview. Prayer, roll call, and devotional were led by church members. Social hour followed with Mrs. Alan Shackelford assisting. Attending were Mesdames Chester Martin John Strawn and A L Anthony.
Mr and Mrs Adrian Wilson and daughter Mrs Bill Thomas of Albuquerque New Mexico with Mrs Wilsons mother Mrs John McIntyre Amarillo Texas left after visiting Mrs J O Wilson at 1201 Lake. They also visited sister Mrs Francis Hannigan and family at 1215 Lake. Recent guests at Mrs Don E Wylies 1909 Lake were her daughter Mrs William Rogers and sons Keith and Bryan who returned to Fort Worth Texas.
Special Bethel notes a Friday night shower and charivari for Mr and Mrs H M Garrett the bride formerly Miss Sally Hall as the couple begins married life in town.
Mrs. Mary McNiff of 514 Bell learns of the birth of a son to her grandson Harold McNiff and his wife in Enid. Eddie Eugene weighs six pounds ten ounces and was born July 15 at St. Mary’s hospital. Grandparents are seniors at Phillips University where he studies for the ministry.
Maj. John Thompson, honor graduate of the Advanced Artillery Officers Course, becomes executive officer of the 617th Field Artillery Battalion at Fort Sill. Lt. Col. Edward P. Downing to take over as new commanding officer. Lt. Col. Robert W. Clivehugh transfers to the Combat Development Department.
West Springfield Massachusetts reports a highway department laborer Joseph St Onge received a 1 000 066 89 dollar paycheck for a week of work. A bank cashed it after deducting 1 000 000 dollars included in error.
STILLWATER Five Oklahoma A&M students from Lawton and one from Geronimo made the Dean's Honor Roll for the spring semester among 1,591 Aggies. Lawton honorees include Patricia White James Shipman Billy Penick Patricia Stair and Camille Lay. Geronimo student Jo Ann Savage also earned honors.
At least 108 city youths will be rejoicing Friday as Lawton high school's summer school officially ends. Final examinations are scheduled for 10 a.m. Thursday and report cards will be distributed Friday morning, announced Hugh Bish the principal.
A historical note states the United States Supreme Court has had thirteen chief justices, outlining the enduring leadership of the nation's highest judiciary across eras.
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