Lawton Constitution Local News Service Description
The Lawton Constitution publishes weekday evenings from Monday to Friday at Third End A Avenue Lawton Oklahoma. It is a member of the Oklahoma Press Association Southern Newspaper Publishers Association and American Newspaper Publishers Association with a telephone listing and AP affiliation for local news and dispatches.
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Third End A Avenue
Lawton
Oklahoma
The
Oklahoma Press Association
Southern Newspaper Publishers Association
American Newspaper Publishers Association
Associated Press
Brezhnev's Soviet Reforms Face Global Economic Strain
The piece argues that the Soviet Union's weak economy hinges on grain and fertilizer shortages, driving Brezhnev to prioritize agriculture over military expansion. It discusses U.S. wheat surpluses, détente dynamics with China, and potential strategic moves in the Indian Ocean as Washington seeks leverage in future SALT II talks and regional influence.
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Taiwan
Iran
Leonid Brezhnev
U.S
Soviet Union
Brezhnev
Odessa
Baltic
Russia
Red China
Inner Asia
Washington
Marc Chagall
Paris
Chagall
Mordovia
Kubyshev
Indian Ocean
U.S. Navy
Diego Garcia
Somalia
Persian Gulf
Iraq
Free World
Old-Fashioned Saloons Gone say Andrew Tully
Andrew Tully laments decline of honest saloons in Washington New York and Ashtabula Ohio blaming cocktail lounges for rising drunkenness. He argues modern bars defeat quick drinking and family life warning of increasingly aggressive drink culture.
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Washington
New York
Ashtabula
Ohio
Martini excess and saloon culture in decline
The piece argues against overindulgence in martinis and alcohol at social gatherings, praising moderation while lamenting modern cocktail lounges. It contrasts polished bars with old neighborhood saloons, noting the social role of drink and the perceived decline of decorum and civility.
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Pete’s
World Neighbors aid helps Nigerians and East Africans
John Peters of World Neighbors explains a shoestring approach to development. In Nigeria and Tanzania communities gain seeds, training, and loans to build self sufficiency, with repayment and growing independence, reducing malnutrition and boosting farming skills.
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New York
John Peters
Peters
Yale
Oklahoma City
Zaire
Belgian Congo
James Modede
Walter Ossai
World Neighbors Rural Service Program
Walter
Modede
World Neighbors
Lawton News Roundup From The 1950s Gathering And Games
Yesteryear notes include Jaycee Janes dinner with Mrs. D D Raibourn as president and visitors Mrs Harold Beaty Mrs Wayne Hawpe and Mrs W F Parish. Lawton Colonels beat Mangum 5 to 3 in softball. Frank Kitchens says Hotel Lawtonian board hires C R Holley for the 10 story hotel opening in 1954. Robert R Read promoted to captain and awarded the Flying Cross. A chicken house building permit is issued at 614 Lee. Mickey Bohl birthday honoree. Joe Curb attends NEA convention in Miami Beach.
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D. D. Raibourn
Harold Beaty
Wayne Hawpe
W. F. Parish
M. E. Ward Sr
Lawton
Nip Mangum
Frank Kitchens
Hotel
Lawtonian Board of Directors
C. R. Holley
Joe Curb
National Education Association
Miami Beach
Fla
Guadalcanal
Robert R. Read
C. W. McHenry
Lee
Harold Huffer
T. J. Pope
Randlett
Mickey Bohl
Drinking On Increase Among Youth After Lowering Legal Age
The text notes a rapid drop in the drinking age to 18 and links it to more alcohol related accidents among 18 to 20 year olds. Studies show higher youth alcohol use and fatalities, with about 18,000 yearly deaths in the 15 to 24 range linked to alcohol, urging moderation and prevention of addiction.
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Walter
Modede
Rural Service Program
U.S
World Neighbors
Michigan
James Nichols
Department of Transportation
Alcoholic Safety Action Program
Laird and Haig Move to White House Posts in Shuffle
Laird returns as chief economic adviser to the President signaling closer White House Congress ties and a stronger legislative push. Haig retires from the Army to remain White House chief of staff, praised for shedding a civilian administrative image while keeping White House control.
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Melvin R. Laird
Congress
White House
Nixon
Alexander Haig
Army
Laird
Mike Mansfield
Senate
Hugh Scott
Adudaiarahin
FBI Name Clarence Kelley Seen as Likely Director
Attorney General Richardson introduced Clarence Marion Kelley to Senate leaders and the Judiciary Committee as a 21 year FBI veteran and Kansas City police chief candidate. Support is bipartisan with minor opposition over racial issue bias. Kelley touts strict law enforcement and past crime reduction.
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Clarence Marion Kelley
FBI
Kansas City
Elliot L. Richardson
Kelley
Senate
Senate Judiciary Committee
National Party
Mirror Mind and Motivation in Daily Life Routines
The writer contrasts seasoned professionals with rapid promotions, noting anxiety about adjustment for the first group and fear of being seen as unqualified for the second. It also questions marital avoidance and urges consistent effort, linking weekend homework completion to eagerness for school and positive teacher approval.
Horoscope Forecast for 1973 June 26 Aries to Pisces
Tuesday sun signs receive varied guidance from the stars. Aries faces opposition and seeks amicable solutions while Taurus and Gemini are urged to balance imagination with discipline. Cancer emphasizes prudent checks and efficiency. Leo can pursue new projects and action. Virgo sticks to foundations. Libra to conquer fears with clear thinking. Scorpio to maintain steady progress. Sagittarius warns against risky moves. Capricorn risks becoming involved in trouble. Aquarius showcases showmanship and adaptability. Pisces boosts inventiveness and trying new methods. Born today enjoy confidence to overcome doubts and may excel in arts and sciences.
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