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Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Jun 23, 1954

Page

2

Turner targets Kerr in cattle plan debate in Oklahoma

In a June speech Turner critiques Kerr over cattle price plans and votes. He cites a proposed 500 million pound beef purchase to lift prices, accuses Kerr of political posturing, and defends his rural electrification stance while pledging to oppose foreign oil imports. Kerr defends absentee voting record and notes he missed 40 of 1,260 votes.

Woneaaie Turner Kerr Sec. of Agriculture Ezra Taft Benson Packer Senate Sen Oklahoma Tidelands Gulf New York City Displaced Persons Democratic Party

Ambassador's junket yields nine teens in two cars

Jack Batten and his wife Margaret, driving separate cars on a Mexico City return trip, faced border customs confusion as nine teenage passengers were counted between the two vehicles. Mrs Batten noted their joint family status while a pet dog named Bessie was killed by an automobile earlier that week.

Jack Batten Margaret Mexico City Mr. Batten Lillie Mae Young Bessie Pont Mrs. Young

Cityan Hospitalized During Coast Visit

Mrs. Herb Tozier of 1813 Smith is reported in satisfactory condition at Mt. Zion hospital San Francisco after an emergency major operation Monday night. The Toziers have vacationed in California three weeks and planned to return home this weekend. Mrs. Tozier will remain hospitalized seven to ten days. They were accompanied by daughters Rita Louise and Jere Ferol.

Herb Tozier Smith Mt. Zion Hospital San Francisco Toziers California Tozier Mrs. Tozier Rita Louise Jere Ferol

Voter Registration Update Delays in Comanche County

Comanche county voters face re registration delays with several thousand outstanding since March 1. About 16,000 registered in May while roughly 30,000 residents are eligible to vote. Registration books for the July 27 runoff open June 27 and close July 16, with late registrants unable to vote in the July 6 primary or runoff.

Marea Comanche County

Dog Traces Missing Man to Death. Grandchildren Noted

A coroner's inquest was held at the scene after a dog found the body of a missing man. The deceased, aged with ties to Missouri and Oklahoma, left 1717 South 13th with $150 to $200 in his billfold. Graveside rites were set for 4:30 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Gardens with Rev. Garland Anderson officiating. Relatives, including three daughters and three sons, navigated the mystery as investigators ruled out a California trip after checking transport authorities.

ONER Manville Redman Coe Holder California Smith Cameron Fred Sullivan Arvil Roberson Tommy Tomkins Benny Wallis Bill Dixon Forrest Troy Sunset Memorial Gardens Garland Anderson Becker Funeral Home Missouri Glover Paden Lawton Leicy Capp Norman Maude Sanders S. 13Th Dessie Smith Tehachapi Calif Tom Bart Stroud Buckie Roseburg Ore Arthur Smith Bell Ed Teel

Former Lawton Residents Visit in Lawton on Route to Washington

Personal Major and Mrs. Paul Hammond, long-time Lawton residents, spent Tuesday visiting friends in Lawton after a three year stint in Germany. They are en route to Fort Lewis, Washington, where Mrs. Hammond will be stationed. They stayed as guests of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Zorger.

Tomlinson Davis Paul Hammond Lawton Germany Ft. Lewis Wash Mas. Hammond Earl Zorger John Davis Lake Lawtonka N. B Massey Cotton Electric Cooperative

Police question Frederick man in Teague assault case

Teague was found unconscious outside a shed after a severe beating. A .32 pistol and a knife were found nearby as five shots were fired. Authorities arrested a Frederick man for questioning, with Teague later identifying the suspect as his attacker before being released.

Teague Frederick Hodges Lawton Ana- Sack Bar Gate Bouhe Dams Otis Waldron

City council debates Gore street widening and park plan

The council discussed widening Gore street to relieve traffic and funded street lights on Fort Sill boulevard Cache Road and Lee boulevard. A five person commission to supervise the Metropolitan park development was proposed amid park board tensions.

Ertle Kirkpatrick Gore Botkin McKenzie Buck Kinsey Park Board Recreation Department Public Service Company Fort Sill Boulevard Ferris North Gate 3 Cache Road L1th 23Rd Street Lee Boulevard Second Llth Cameron Addition Patterson Addition Witzel Kinsey Andler Lee Tomlinson Morford Lake Lawtonka

Patrol chiefs vow to tighten traffic laws amid flood alert

The governor outlined a plan to deploy additional police and equipment to curb traffic deaths as Bellatti urged action and a state of emergency. Unmarked patrol cars will replace marked units to trap offenders, with funds and staffing tightening as the youthful commission seeks governor support. Meanwhile, Mayor Van Dreser declared a flood emergency stating the city faces its worst flood in history due to rising waters.

Bellata Bellatti Sayee McAlester Durant Tul Aida Red Cross Joseph van Dreser

Soldier found dead after roommate reports self harm

Arthur testified he entered the apartment and found Simanica in an overflowing bathtub. He pulled him out, performed CPR, and called police. The victim had a gashed wrist and significant blood loss. a razor blade was found in the bathroom. Authorities indicated no reason was given for the apparent self harm.

Arthur Jones Woods Pen Milita Ice Seuiveral

City rush to hire more workers as levee concerns rise

City officials say crews are needed around the clock to handle an overload of emergency calls and to shore up levees. Officials warn that even with added workers, finishing repairs may be unlikely if conditions persist.

Weekend Newspaper Vacation Delivery Offer

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