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Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1957

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Angry Girl With Shotgun Causes Police Station Arrest

Newton jury hears Miss Knell accused of threatening to shoot police headquarters after entering the station on a drunken driving charge. She allegedly brandished a .22 shotgun, demanded officers walk in, and fired at least three shots as officers attempted to disarm her before bail was set for Sussex County grand jury action.

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West Studies Plan To Curb Bomb Tests

The Western powers consider a two to three year halt on nuclear tests by the United States Britain and Russia. Britain and Labour leaders urge acceptance to show global restraint while a U S adviser and an announced general arrive to reassure Allies over potential deal with Russia. The plan aims to verify observance through Western inspectors and ensure suspension during the period.

West Studies Accentance High Gaitske Aneurin Bevan Ans U.S. State Department Julius C. Hollins Russia Aleruld Lis Zovin United Stat Britain Trussia

Civil Rights Bill Moves in House and Senate Skirmish

In Washington the civil rights bill advances with backers pressing for quick action. Senator Morse opposes bypassing the Judiciary Committee and warns that discharging it could damage Senate procedures while he supports early passage and seeks to block a bypass strategy.

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Violence over taunts as Lawton wife fires at husband

In Lawton a wife wounded her husband with a 8240 caliber revolver after taunts and accusations. Police reported the master sergeant fled the Hawes Linston home following the shooting near a picnic. The woman was described as hysterical and later told officers her husband insulted her, called her names, and refused aid for their eight month old baby.

Ray Atten Berry Eatold Lawton Ife Amy Hospital Seafold Cat Voning

Egyptian Jordan Crisis Deepens as Embassies Face Closure

Amid strained ties between Egypt and Jordan, Cairo weighs possible embassy shutdowns while Riyadh and U S ally tensions surge. Officials caution a diplomatic rift does not end political ties, with Cairo undecided on closing Amman mission as new envoy awaits posting. The crisis follows earlier Arab unity assurances from Nasser and Shuker, shaping a volatile regional stance and subsidy disputes.

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French Slav 319 Rebels in heavy Algeria clashes

Algiers reports the heaviest fighting of the two year guerrilla war as 1,900 French paratroops and infantry attacked guerrillas near Cheria close to the Tunisian border. Casualties include 14 French soldiers killed and 40 wounded, with Arabs suffering large losses and several guerrillas captured.

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Flood Devastates Kansas Cities Prompt Evacuations

UNIVER PRESS reports two Kansas areas hit by a record flood as Il Creek breached protections in Hays and nearby towns. City evacuation orders followed breaks in a $200,000 fortification project while Big Creek and Saline River floods disrupted Liberal and Natoma. Reports describe four feet of water in business districts, widespread outages, and emergency crews aiding residents as the Kaw River region faces its worst flood in memory.

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Hearing Opens on Antitrust Scrutiny of Sports

A congressional session opened amid debate over professional baseball and other organized sports. Rep. Keating criticized ethics and impartiality, while Chairman Celler defended anti trust scrutiny, calling for blanket coverage under antitrust laws. tensions colored the lively start.

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Justices Split On Smith Act Appeal Ruling

The U S Supreme Court freed five California Communist party readers and ordered new trials for nine officials on Smith Act charges. Justice Harlan led the majority with Brennan and Whittaker, while Clark dissented. The convictions dated to August 5, 1951, and involved up to 10 years in prison and fines.

Washington Supreme Court Communist Party U.S High Court California Harlan Brennan Whittaker Clark Justice Ch Black Douglas W. Black Warren Frankfurter Burtor LS. Dist William C. Mathes Los Angeles Mathes New York Philip TL. Monahan de Barhmont Leadves

Lebanon Vote Stirs Violence Amid Mounting Tension

Violence erupted near a Maronite church in Lebanon as clashes between friends and relatives of rival leaders Mamie Frangich and Samain Suveily broke out. Police reported casualties with 39 wounded and a death toll rising. Elections were underway with pro Western factions seeking a majority to back government foreign policy including Eisenhower era alignments.

ENRAY Gehanunie Rieval Oeuntrubates APL Ain Real Elas PeoYest Siew Predarmamntis Chris Taunt Lebrondisteiet Parliamenit Getserament Eisenhower Boettine Lebanon Sunesane Jue Migiara Mamie Frangich Ant Samain Suveily

Former Senator to Return Aug. 15

Former US Senator and Mrs. Thomas of Washington are returning to Washington state to wake their permanent home. They are building a new house at Iso C Street as they prepare for the move.

Formery US Ehner Thomas Stvs Thomas Washingtor Lawson Aug Anit Iso C Street

Two-Gun Boy, 16, Goes On Rampage in Musk Township

Joseph Coleman of Canonsburg, 16, fired more than 200 rounds from two .22 and .32 caliber automatics, wounding nine and terrorizing a Maple Street area near Pittsburgh. He was subdued after an hour when residents and police restrained him. taken to Washington Hospital for observation and then to the juvenile detention home. He had earlier fired at two youths and buildings, briefly fled into a club, and was captured after a struggle with local residents aiding state troopers.

Musk Peonsstwanie Mining Joseph Coleman Canonsburg Pittsburgh Washington Washington County Joey Bernard Coleman Maple Street James Rathmond Charles Donella Rathmun Rathmund Donella Jory Bay Ife Lawn Civehella Sportsman's Club Curchella Chuck Talana Curehella Talane Talana Fury Cree Curdella Tatani Tiki le Wats

Lake Lawtonka level dips slightly amid wind and heat

Weather reports show Lake Lawtonka’s water level lowering briefly as winds and heat ease, with forecasts calling for showers later in the week. Officials note the lake reached a historic low point before rising slightly due to recent moisture, while Oklahoma faces scattered storms and variable temperatures through the coming days.

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Rain Delays Harvest Across Comanche and Stephens Counties

Rain and scattered showers slow harvest across Comanche, Stephens, and nearby counties. Wheat progress remains low with about 0 to 10 percent complete in key areas while cotton shows around 45 percent harvested through Sunday night. Officials note shortages of combines, trucks, and operators and expect activity to resume if weather clears.

Conmeache Une Wrest Virginia Sidsen Oklahome Ployment Security Wuresion Stephens County Colson County Macrest Mus Kidson

Storms Halt Haiti Violence

Storms disrupt efforts to quell political violence in Port au Prince as at least 500 people die and 290 are injured. The junta bans strikes, threatens fines and imprisonment, while arrests of alleged ringleaders continue. Army officers are summoned to headquarters as unrest escalates amid outages and food supply concerns.

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Anti Communist Leaflets Nabbed At Exhibition

Capital police seized anti Communist leaflets from five people distributing material at the Oklahoma Centennial Exposition. About 25 000 copies of Let's Sub the Communists were confiscated. Police said the five were questioned and claimed they were asked by Guard Dine of Oklahoma City to distribute the material. The Soviet Union has an exhibit at the fair.

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Scientist Takes Own Life Rather Than Testify Before Probers

Tei Grove Calif April Jones Sherwood a 41 year old cancer research scientist killed himself at Hopkins Marine Laboratory rather than appear before a subcommittee of the House Un American Activities Committee. He left a note describing his life and livelihood threatened by the committee. Sherwood was working on a link between cancer schizophrenia and heart disease funded by the American Cancer Society while pursuing a PhD at Stanford.

Tei Grove Calif Williams Sherwood House Un-American Activities Vouailey Iy Rotuan Shorwond Hopkins Marine Laboratory Barbara House Mivnd American Cancer Society Stanford University Frank Tavenner

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