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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1955
Page
1
The 3000-pound steer named Jimbo, about six feet tall, is believed to be the world’s largest. Six year old Jack Hicks of Lawton is among spectators as Jimbo was sold by C. L. Thompkins to cattle buyer Floy Arnold. Thompkins kept Jimbo on his Devol area ranch until needing money.
Kenneth Wayne Brown an 18 year old air man from Martha Oklahoma was convicted of first degree rape by an all male jury after a four day trial for the March 17 rape of Mrs. J Todd Little a 49 year old Altus grandmother. The verdict fixed a 35 year sentence. Brown arrested at Parks Air Force Base California and extradited. Psychiatric testimony split on sanity with doctors divided. The prosecution urged a harsh sentence while defense argued insanity or split personality. Brown’s sentencing set for Monday.
Burton W. Abbott, a 27 year old UC accounting student, faces a murder charge in the death of 14 year old Stephanie Bryan. Berkeley police say his alibi has collapsed after a Wildwood innkeeper placed him away from the cabin on April 28. Bloodhounds found the girl's body near Abbott's Trinity County cabin. Alameda County prosecutor says a murder complaint will be filed.
About 50 percent of children eligible for second shots of polio vaccine in Comanche county received the free serum during mass inoculations Thursday. A make-up clinic will be held Saturdays 9 am to noon at the City-County Health department. 1,241 of 2,316 eligible first and second graders received vaccinations, with 170 of 253 at Fort Sill.
One of Communist China's ten vice premiers told Peiping radio that a tense grain situation exists but denied famine. Chen Yun said floods in the Yangtze valley did not cause the shortage and blamed rumors spread by landlords, rich peasants, and counter-revolutionaries. The remarks come amid purges and unrest among veterans.
Weather outlook shows temperatures from near 70 to 95 with little variation. Partly cloudy and warm conditions expected today and Saturday with highs near 95. Tonight's low around 75, about five degrees higher than today. The 11 am reading was 90 and Thursday's high reached 92.
Lawton Oklahoma officials report plans for a $115000 federal diversion canal taking overflow from Squaw Creek south of Lawton east to Cache Creek below the disposal plant. Local funds for a $30000 bridge and right of way are to be provided with aim to start in November pending approvals.
Lake Quanah Parker will host 151 young campers for the county 4-H clubs annual outing July 26 28 eligibility requires 4-H enrollment and age 10 as of Jan 1 195. The program includes enrollment lunch an assembly song leaders and various activities with 4-H leaders G W Wetzel and others coordinating events with a busy schedule starting with reveille at 6 a.m. and continuing through taps at 9 15 p.m Wednesday.
Washington lawmakers press ahead on foreign aid amid a budget battle. The President asked Congress for 3.266 billion dollars in aid for military and economic support. the House cut 627.9 million, the Senate committee restored 566.6 million for a total of 3.205 billion. Senate leaders predict restorations will stand, with Sen. Ellender seeking to strike 420 million for worldwide military aid and oppose Asian development funds. Humphrey aims to restore a 20 million cut for India development aid.
At Geneva the Big Four leaders urged progress on disarmament German unification and European security while pressing for freer East West exchange. Eisenhower Dulles Hagerty and Bulganin discussed a NATO Warsaw pact non aggression proposal and plans to improve contacts and travel between blocs.
Lawton Fort Sill United Fund board faces delays in approving the 1955 56 campaign goal after a Thursday meeting. The exact outcome and timing remain confidential as president George H. Dent cites unresolved problems and potential public confusion. An additional meeting with most members is planned next week to resolve the issues.
McALESTER Okla State Penitentiary officials report 25 year old convict J B Martin shot and killed while trying to escape from a work detail on U S Highway 270 east of McAlester He was serving 40 years for armed robbery from Stephens County and began his sentence April 21 1955.
Lt Jefferson D Erwin testifies at his court martial about North Korean prisoner of war camps. He cites 400 to 500 deaths in one camp within a month from starvation disease and brutality. He also cites 1600 to 1800 deaths at another camp over seven months in 1951.
Senator McClellan said a Senate inquiry into Air Force Secretary Talbott’s stake in the Mulligan firm remains open. Talbott defended his dealings, earning over $50,000 a year, and offered to relinquish if urged by the panel. The hearing adjourned without a ruling or date for a new session.
Attorney General Mac Williamson must decide on back pay for Lawton trooper Norman Carroll suspended 30 days. The case is described as unusual the first of its kind in Oklahoma patrol history. Carroll and Trooper Bud Williamson allegedly allowed bootlegger Lincoln Wade to remove a liquor loaded car from an accident and filed an improper report.
The forecast calls for a warm day with highs near 95 Fahrenheit. Tonight's low around 75 as conditions ease. An 11 am reading shows 90. Thursday is expected to reach 92 with continued warmth.
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