OKLAHOMA BRIEFS SHOT DEATH AT GRAND LAKE RESORT
Authorities probe the death of John Lee Eller 34 vice president of Stony Point Development Corp found shot near his car at Red Port II Resort Grand Lake Hickory Grove area. D A's Hampton to question at least one person as homicide or accidental possibilities explored. Eller died at St Francis Hospital Tulsa. Other items note infant found dead in a rest area trash can south of Tonkawa and record medical degrees at Oklahoma College of Medicine with many to residencies in Oklahoma City and Tulsa.
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Death Penalty Ruling On Murder Continues In Court
The article discusses ongoing Supreme Court consideration of the death penalty as a constitutional punishment for murder and a related question about its applicability to the crime of tape. A decision is expected before month’s end.
County Uses Fans To Cool Courthouse
Courtroom temperatures rose above 80 degrees as air conditioning failed for the third straight day. County Commission Chairman Bill Griswold said a repairman from Oklahoma City was expected to fix the five‑story courthouse today, with plug in fans keeping air moving in offices.
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Bill Griswold
Oklahoma City
Housing Authority Meeting Set for Comanche Tribe
Notice that the Housing Authority of the Comanche Indian Tribe of Oklahoma will hold a regular meeting on Monday June 6 1977 at 7 30 PM at the housing authority office north of City Lowton Oklahoma. Executive Director Jerree L Toyebo.
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Slurry Seal Work Schedule Outlined In West Lawton
Public Works outlines slurry seal operations on Chestnut Lane Cedarwood Drive Briarwood Drive Horton Boulevard and 67th Street in West Lawton to start Tuesday and Wednesday with street closures up to four hours per block to eliminate traffic.
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Notice to Creditors in Estate of Eli Oliver Deceased
In the District Court Comanche County Oklahoma notice to creditors for Ell Oliver deceased estate case P 76-261 directs claims with vouchers to Executrix Lorene Prestidge at Lowton Oklahoma within 30 days from first publication. Court hearing in July 1977 for final accounting heirship distribution and discharge. deadline for filing final accounting by July 8, 1977. Judge J Winston Raburn presiding.
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Haldeman Court to Reconsider Denied Nixon Aides Appeal
Haldeman and Mitchell face rare chance to reopen appeals after convictions tied to the Watergate break in and related matters. Ehrlichman serves prison term while Nixon aides faced prolonged legal battles and eventual pardons.
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Concorde battle over New York landing rights heats up
Queens residents oppose supersonic jet due to noise and pollution concerns. Officials note unresolved noise rules while Concorde has temporary landings at Dulles for environmental monitoring. The case, led by Rep Scheuer, centers on federal agreements vs state and port authority bans, with ongoing appeals before Chief Judge Kaufman and a three judge panel.
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Lawton to Consider Annexing Northwest Section Property
The Lawton City Council will consider an annexation ordinance for property in Comanche County described as the northwest quarter of Section 25 and adjacent parcels. petitions signed by a large majority of voters and property owners ask to include land within city limits. The June meeting will address extending Lawton city limits to include the described parcels. City Clerk Jean McGavwick and Deputy Evelyn Garrison are listed officials.
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Hearing Opens in Slaying Case in Duncan
Preliminary hearing begun in district court for Dixieu Kimbrough and Bobbi Weems on first degree murder charges in the Jan 9 Marlow shooting death of James Kimbrough Jr. The victim’s wife and Weems were arrested in Amarillo after his body was found at the couple’s mobile home.
House chamber faces tough closing days amid bill battles
Oklahoma lawmakers brace for extended debate as lobbyist disclosure and workers compensation reform loom in the Senate this week. Rep. Mandell Matheson warns the eyeglass bill is likely to die this year and stay on the House calendar, with possible next year action.
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Knife attack shocks police during robbery aftermath
A 28-year-old Fort Sill man reported a wallet theft at the LaHoma Motel and recovered it with officers. The robbery victim then stabbed the suspect with a knife as police watched. the 17-year-old suspect was hospitalized but refused treatment. Both were jailed as investigators continued.
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Regional Weather Summary Oklahoma and Nearby States
Regional forecast covers Oklahoma zones with highs in the mid 90s and low 90s, nights in the 60s, and variable winds. Out of state outlooks include Kansas Missouri and Colorado New Mexico with scattered storms, cooling trends, and variable night temperatures. Astronomical data notes sunrise 6 15 am sunset 8 43 pm and a full moon rising around 1 28 am.
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Nude driver in collision prompts Oklahoma case and bomb scare
Buckley, hospitalized in good condition after a crash on the Oklahoma City Choctaw border, faced a drunken driving complaint and a stop sign violation amid witness reports of speeding. Police cited a strong alcohol odor as basis for the charge, while a nude Buckley’s clothes were found in the wreck. A bomb hoax to a nurse was investigated with no threat found.
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Oklahoma City Market Cattle and Hogs Report
Oklahoma City cattle and calves 4500 head traded lightly with slaughter cows mostly 1.00 lower and bulls not well established. Utility and commercial cows 24.00 26.75, some numbers 19.00 22.50 for cutter canner, bulls 33.00 35.00 per 1000 1800 lb. Good and choice replacement cows 23.05 and a few paired with calves 249.00 per pair. Hogs 1500 head not established. feeder pigs 44.00 55.00 per 100 lb.
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