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Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Jun 14, 1971

Page

4

National Guard Deployed as Albuquerque Flareup Worsens

Police moved in between 3 and 4 am to arrest about 30 holdouts in Roosevelt Park. An officer suffered a left arm gunshot wound, seven patrolmen were hurt, and 30 to 50 downtown buildings were damaged. Shotgun pellet injuries occurred near a looted liquor store as police set a restraining line. A store employee had wounded a person earlier.

Roosevelt Park LaRue Albuquerque Don Christian

High Court Desegregation Ruling Cited in Dissents

Justices cite Douglas to condemn state actions closing public facilities to deter desegregation while Black argues that equal protection under the 14th Amendment applies. The piece notes linked events in Jackson and Albuquerque with clashes, arrests, looting, and police response as riots unfold.

Justice Douglas Douglas Black Jackson YMCA

Mideast Peace Meeting Opens At State School

A five day study on peace in the Middle East opens at Northeastern State College in Tahlequah under Dr. Amos Maxwell. Speakers include Nasir Batayneh read speech from Jordan and Moshe Raviv from Israel. Friday focuses on U.S. role with Jesse Bostain of the State Department.

Tahlequah Okla Middle East Northeastern State College Amos Maxwell F.T. Liu United Nations Nasir S. Batayneh Washington Jordan Israel Moshe Raviv Republic of Israel Irael Fayez Sayegh League of Arab States Jesse C. Bostain U.S. Department of State United States

Teachers Waiting On Salary News

Tulsa officials awaited late legislative action to determine extra state aid for teachers. Estimates ranged from 650 000 to 900 000, affecting salaries as negotiations resume Tuesday between school officials and teachers.

Tulsa Okla Gordon Canelti

Silence Shrouds Detroit Shooting House on West Side

Police report no signs of a struggle in the residence where a shooting occurred. They believe a ninth occupant, a woman, fled unharmed during the incident. A neighbor recalls quiet, unused rooms and minimal activity, while some residents fear reprisals.

Detroit Dan Smith Smith Bannon

Brando Loses Appeal to Block Slander Trial

The Supreme Court refused to hear actor Marlon Brando's bid to block his California slander trial over a Joey Bishop show remark about a 1968 Oakland police shooting. Brando argued a right to criticize government actions. Justices rejected the appeal with Justice Black dissenting.

Washington Marlon Brando Supreme Court California Brando Joey Bishop Oakland

Public Records Reported To City Police

Names of persons and firms listed as complainants appear with errors. Entries include Roman Meeks of Woodridge reporting theft of a flute valued at 196 dollars and Ksarene Dougias of 212 NW 25th reporting burglary of a residence with a 495 dollar TV stolen.

Pertom Roman Meeks Woodridge Ksarene Dougias Vert A. Gusty Goltscm Grogiine Lawrence McClung Penn Vekmo Wildcat Mth Jifty Food Mort Sheridan Odewsa Reed Tennessee A. M Dukes Artington Cor Gover Realty Cache Dom

Early Mormon Migration Routes West Established in 1847

The first recognized transport routes to the western frontier were set in 1847 as Mormons migrated to Utah. The arrival signaled the opening of organized overland paths guiding settlers toward the Utah region.

Utah

Bishop Bernard M. Kelly resigns from Providence diocese

Auxiliary Bishop Bernard M. Kelly of Providence announces immediate resignation from active ministry and priesthood. He cites frustration with hierarchy policies, plans to look around, and possible future marriage, while noting his Vietnam war opposition and liberal activism. He submitted the resignation to apostolic delegate Luigi Raimondi. Bishop McVinney has not commented.

Russell U.S J. McVinney Provi Kelly Jan. Dence Luigi Raimondi The United States Washington McVinney Pointblank National Conference of Catholic Bishops Detroit

Former Philippines President Carlos Garcia Dies in Manila

Former President Carlos P. Garcia, who recently won the presidency of the convention to rewrite the constitution, died at his Manila home. He fought the Japanese in World War II, served as senator in 1941, minority floor leader in 1946, foreign minister 1954–57, vice president 1953–57, and president 1957–61.

Manila Carlos P. Garcia Philippines Garcia Bohol Island

Brown couple tied by Lawton ties with Army career

Gen. Brown formerly from the U S Army Artillery and Missile Center met his wife Evelyn Brandon a Lawtonian. A Lawton High graduate she holds a bachelor's from OU. The Browns have two children Pat 20 and Mike 17. General Brown earned the Legion of Merit with Oak Leaf Cluster and the Bronze Star Medal.

U.S. Army Artilery and Missile Center Evelyn Brandon

Funeral Rites For Mrs Jessie Yates In Kellogg Idaho

Mrs Jessie Yates 76 of Kellogg Idaho dies Saturday services at 10 30 a m Wednesday in Becker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev For est KeenerBeth el Baptist officiating burial at Highland Cemetery She was born in Indian Territory near Ardmore December 24 1894 moved to Lawton 1918 then Commerce before Kellogg 1950 Survivors include three daughters three sisters seven grandchildren 17 great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren

Jessie A. Yates Kellogg Idaho Becker Funeral Home Forrest Keener Bethel Baptist Church Highland Cemetery Yates Indian Territory Ardmore Lawton Commerce Jaanita Gilbert Viola Crump Cleo Tooley Tulsa Ada Haskell Stella Westmoreland Casa Grande Ariz Iva Boyd Elgin

Tax Barricades Across Uganda After June 30 Deadline

Uganda authorities announce road blocks nationwide to catch tax evaders after the June 30 tax deadline. Officials warn severe penalties for firms and individuals failing to file taxes on time.

Kampala Uganda

Hall Rushing To Sign Bills In Oklahoma City

Governor David Hall moves to clear 111 bills left by the 33rd Oklahoma Legislature. Dan Rambo says about half will be ready to sign tomorrow, with signatures expected in the governor's office and a Wednesday trip to Ponca City for a port to turnpike bill.

Hall Oklahoma City David Hall Oklahoma Dan Rambo Rambo Ponca City Catoosa

Laird Seeks Justice Probe of Times Secret Pentagon Report

Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird said he asked the Justice Department to investigate how the New York Times obtained parts of a secret Pentagon Vietnam war study. He noted the papers quoted a 1964 White House consensus on possible air attacks in early 1965 and said the full study was requested by Senator Symington.

Washington Melvin Laird Justice Department New York Times Pentagon Laird Senate the Times White House North Vietnam

Preparation H Relieves Hemorrhoidal Itch, Study Finds

In many cases Preparation H ointment or suppositories promptly relieved rectal itching. Many doctors use Preparation H or recommend it for their families, with hundreds of patients showing improvement.

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