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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1975
Page
6
The Lawton Constitution publishes weekdays and lists staff roles including editor and publisher Bill Bentley and other executives. It notes association memberships with AP and press groups and outlines advertising policy and error correction procedures for readers.
Reporters note White House claims alliance concern over Congress and treaty commitments surpasses Southeast Asia turmoil. The piece argues Portugal's communist regime strains NATO cohesion and urges a rethinking of Atlantic defense, with Ford judged by actions on this issue.
The Democrat and Republican convention committees weigh Los Angeles and New York City as 1976 convention sites. NYC promotes Madison Square Garden and luxury hotels while LA touts sun, Kennedy site, and stars. Delegates eye east or west as Bierce era patriotism and tensions rise.
Washington column argues for tax reform to raise revenue from the rich by removing capital gains exclusions and taxing state and local bond interest. It proposes higher capital gains taxes and a federal tax on bond interest for households with incomes over $200,000, while sparing many middle income taxpayers.
Iowa legalized social gambling in 1973 to aid bingo for the elderly but officials say the law spawned $37 million annual high stake games and organized bookmaking. They warn organized crime is moving in and the legislature now seeks to close the Las Vegas type loopholes with clearer provisions.
William F Buckley Jr notes Henry Fairlie’s opposition to Moynihan’s UN role. The essay portrays Fairlie as skeptical of Moynihan’s liberalism while praising Moynihan’s depth and India insights, and suggests the controversy centers on Moynihan’s past and temperament.
An essay on language use and gender differences and how adulation affects artists. It argues brain and tongue lack sex, praises authentic career choice, and cautions against choosing work solely for demand. The piece reflects mid 1970s syndicated humor/essay style.
Ten years ago Bobby G Vowell and Joe F Sue attended the summer institute in biology at the University of Oklahoma Foster Barnes James Thomas and Jerry Gardner were among contestants in the Junior Olympics Ten years ago Smoked picnic hams cost 29 cents per pound Ten years ago A skit If Men Played Cards Like Women was presented by Lawton Little Theater for Downtown Kiwanians during a luncheon Charlotte and Mary Magill hosted a pledge court meeting for the Junior Miss club Milton Keating and Cecil Easton were honorary 4 H club members Twenty years ago Combines and binders work across Comanche County with harvests underway Bill Neptune earned Eagle Scout Deana Myers enlisted in the U S Nurses Corps leaving to train in Oklahoma City
In a critique of postwar Navy cuts, Ernest Cuneo argues that reduced seapower risks U.S. strategic reach. He notes Soviet surface and submarine strength, warns of weakened supply lines, and cites historic sea victories that shaped global power.
The page outlines daily aspects for each zodiac sign with guidance on focus, action, and temperament. It notes traits of a typical Gemini and lists notable births like King George III and Rosalind Russell. It ends with remarks on personalities and potential career paths.
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