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Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Jul 26, 1957

Page

2

Hospital Births and Surgeries Reported in Local News

Births listed include Me and Mrs Lawrence Fost Walters with a son born July 25 at 1:21 pm weighing 6 lb 6 oz. Mr and Mrs Bob Stabler at 1106 S Fourth with a daughter born July 24 at 6:45 pm weighing 7 lb 1 oz. Mr and Mrs A C Nichols at 506 Jefferson with a son born July 26 at 4 am weighing 9 oz. Additional entries note twin daughters born to Joseph B Trahan on July 25 and to Jimmy Cache on July 25. several surgeries listed for Hamer Woods Altus and others, plus admissions and discharges for multiple individuals across Fort Sill, Duncan, Cache, and surrounding areas.

Lawrence Fost Walters Bob Stabler A. C. Nichols Jefferson Hamer Woods L. Willingham Altus Mir Joseph B. Trahan Vlets Pay Dauchler Jimmy Cache Richard L. Sherman Til Ferris Aunutes Leon Clary Jay Claude Kh. Wilson Lincoln Robert Phillip Stuckey Chattanooga Finis Duggins Cuthe Gary Gene Pennington F. J. Pennington Snyeder Phillis Kay Hammon Duncan Glen FL. Spencer Elgin Raymond O. Mic Dobby G Clark Floyd M. Duke Donal Angus N. Séth Terry E. Cowdrey Atlanta Eva G. Iansen Fort Sil Dorothy Mildwood Manie L. Boles Fort Sill Duneppe Lee Saver Diana Robertson Carlos Robertson Joann Robinson John O. Robinson Gene I. Williams Jr Pennsylvania

Mayor Shot By Angry Builder In Garden City Hall

Garden City mayor James Tierney 52 was shot six times in city hall by Lester Ellerhorst 52 board chairman of Gypsum Constructors Inc who had feud with the mayor since a 1946 election. The attack left Tierney critically wounded with a slim chance to live as police held Ellerhorst without charge amid fears of retaliation. City Atty Russell L. Swarthout suffered a cut while engaging the gunman. Police Chief Arthur Nagle identified the suspect and ensured security surrounding the case.

Detroit Garden City Eien James Tierney Russell L. Swarthout Tierney Arthur Nagle Lester Ellerhorst Gypsum Constructors, Inc Nagle

Tithe Thief Refuses Counsel At Graham Rally

In New York Billy Graham offered help to Louis Silvers, a 46 year old charged with grand larceny and bribery after allegedly taking a $492 collection at a Yankee Stadium rally. Silvers declined aid as Graham urged love for neighbor despite race issues and personal trouble.

New York Billy Graehan Louis Silvers Graham Madison Square Garden Ortey Hind Silvers America Grahama God

Oklahoma Oil Imports Threaten State Revenue Economy

Oklahoma officials warn rising oil and natural gas imports risk millions in yearly revenue. Ray C. Jones of the Corporation Commission cites 1956 output at 655 million dollars and 33 million in gross production tax. He notes 75,000 producing wells, with drilling slowing as market declines, threatening budgets and road and education funding.

Oklahoma Corporation Commission Ray C. Jones Jones

Asphalt Paving Underway In City District

City workers advance asphalt base construction on a two block B section after completing the 4 inch base on 18th between A and B. Mayor Ellsworth reported progress as crews use a paver and rollers, with the project funded by a "deal-your-self" payment plan from property owners in each block.

C, R. Ellsworth Jay R. A. Young Co Tulsa Altus

State Deaf School Will Admit Negroes

Oklahoma City reports that the Oklahoma School for the Deaf at Sulphur will admit Negro children under a tentative federal court integration agreement. The suit on behalf of Veronica Bailey, 10, named the state Board of Education and the Sulphur school as defendants. A decree, likely to be signed by U S District Judge Wallace next week, outlines access for Negro minors who are deaf and dumb to the extent they cannot obtain an education.

Oklahoma City Oklahoma School For the Deaf Fred Hibson Veronica Bailey State Board of Education Myr George E. Bailey Hansen U. S W. RB. Wallace

Open House Set At Klein Trucking Equipment Co

Klein Trucking Equipment Co announces an open house on Saturday at 5908 Cache Road featuring International vehicles. Vernon Klein owner says coffee rolls and cold drinks will be served beginning at 9:30 a.m. Joe Thornton is manager. Spotlighted is the golden anniversary International pick-up truck along with a complete line of International farm and truck models. The display includes an International station wagon.

Joe Thornton Klein Trucking Equipment Co Klein Cache Road Vernon Klein International Farm

Mayor Discusses Proposed Highway Plan at Optimist Meeting

Mayor C R Ellsworth spoke at the Liantan Optimist club Thursday noon on a proposed highway along U S Highway 277 linking Lawsen and Fort Slil. He also addressed area wave supply potentials and wave A progress. Billy Paul Galyon chaired the meeting with a water bond program update.

U. 8 Lawsen Fort Slil C. R. Ellsworth Liantan Optimist Club Ellsworth Billy Paul Galyon

Planning Meet Set Saturday For Conference Planning

A planning meet to discuss ten tentative plans for a state leadership conference to be held Sept 27 and 28 will be held at 2:30 on Saturday in the office of Miss Thelma Talla, elementary coordinator. Eva Seigler is general chairman in charge of arrangements and will preside. Chairmen of respective committees will attend the planning session. More than 300 teachers from across the state are expected to attend the convention at the Hotel Lawsonian.

Thelma Talla Eva Seigler Lawsonian

Water main break cuts service on Third and I blocks

Water service was cut to the 300 and 400 blocks after an eight inch cast iron main broke at Third and I. City workers from 3:20 a.m. excavated to reach the leak and Jess McMillan, water superintendent, said service would likely be restored by the afternoon.

Third and Jess McMillan McMillan

Eight Hurt In Southwest Area Mishaps

Traffic crashes in Comanche and nearby Oklahoma counties Thursday left eight injured with no fatalities. Injuries included a 7 year old boy struck while biking near Indiahoma, a rear end collision near McKinley, and several head, knee, and chest injuries in Altus and Eldorado. Deputy reports note one critical head injury and multiple hospitalizations across Jackson and Ellie counties.

Comanche County Oklahoma Clarence Leon Narre Rt. 2 Indiahoma U. S.2 Memorial Hospital Herbert Barber Charles S. Speaks Barber Kenny Kowena J. D. McCarty McKinley Chrysler Garvin L. Ward Leo Bird Highway Patrol Marvin Peyton Davis Cotton Gin Altus U.S. 284 Mia Mack Clifford D. Hays Sr Jackson County Memorial Hospital Lois Vivian Perry David Mays Othey Jackson County Eldorado SH 34 Charley Hawkins Elton T. Tate Quannah Tex

Tarpaulin theft reported from pickup carrier

Ben Leva, proprietor of an acta supply firm at 422 EB, sought police help locating a large tarpaulin stolen from his pickup carrier this week. The missing item is described as a substantial tarp used in hauling supplies. No suspects named in the report.

Soqugnc Ben Leva Acta Uruk

Lawton Man Faces Peace Disturbance Charge

County Attorney Warren Crane filed a peace disturbance complaint against John J. Jacques of 810 S Fourth, in Justice of the Peace Marvin E. Cameron's court. Jacques' wife signed the complaint.

Warren Crane Lawton John J. Jacques Justice of Peace Marvin E. Cameron Jacques

Missiles Block Talks in Disarmament Debate

London and Washington faced a fresh barrier in disarmament talks as East and West clashed over a five nation subcommittee plan to create a scientific panel. The committee would study peaceful outer space research within three months of a first stage treaty, with full ban on such research only in the second stage. Soviet delegate Valerian Zorin offered cautious study without immediate rejection, while long standing demands for an immediate halt to nuclear tests persisted.

London East West Valerian Zorin Zorin

Military drill demonstrations draw large public turnout

The report states repeated rounds of live-fire exercises during the "Tifle company in the attack" demonstration have occurred about five times yearly. An estimated 90,000 students and 41,000 troops have participated over a decade, while about 49,000 civilian guests have watched the demonstrations as the exercise remained open to the public.

Oy Dour Idear PIO

Parker Reburial Planned at West Cache Cemetery

Parker family members plan a post burial rite after invitation by Maj. Gen. Thomas E. de Sharo Fort Sill commanding general. The Parker monument will be moved to the new Comanche cemetery at West Cache Issue station before ceremonies likely next Monday. Officials and participants will be announced by the information office.

Parker Thomas E. de Sharo Fort Sill Commanche West Cache Fice

Anadarko Housing Push Aids 1000 Jobs In New Project

The Anadarko meeting led by Asa Jenkins discussed a major two dam reclamation project that will supply municipal water to western Oklahoma towns and irrigation districts. About 1,000 workers are expected on site, with prospective builders holding land and specs while arranging finances. Temporary offices are set up in the chamber, with existing space to be rented soon.

Sonic Connel Anadarko Asa Jenkins Anadarko Chamber of Commerce Chamber Cannel Oklahoma Washila

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