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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1973
Page
6
Lawton Constitution details its publication schedule and address at Third and A Avenue Lawton Oklahoma with Ned Shepler as publisher from 1919 to 1967. It notes the A P news dispatch rights and advertising payment policy requiring advance payment or written local authorization.
Washington preview of Melvin Laird stepping into a White House role amid mounting staff power shifts. Laird allies Baroody and Buzhardt rise in influence as three-way push by Laird Connally and Shultz targets economic policy and budget, signaling stronger controls and tougher negotiations with Congress.
The piece critiques the evolving moral code for US leaders, recalling FDR era excesses by relatives and aides. It highlights alleged abuses of power, corruption in regulatory capture by the FCC and OWI, and warns against further entrenchment of political favoritism. It cites Rosalie Gordon's research and contrasts past privilege with current administration behavior.
Skylab I completes the longest stay in space surpassing the Soviet18 day record by ten days. Commander Pete Conrad says the mission proves long duration flight is feasible and fruitful for future deep space missions. Crew notes delight in Earth view and progress on experiments as Mission Control reports 80 to 85 percent of planned work accomplished.
Brezhnev toured the United States as a savvy salesman figurehead for the Soviet leadership. He won some favor with congressmen and businessmen while stressing cooperation on peaceful atomic energy and arms limitation, though critics warn against trusting Soviet promises without ironclad verification.
A 60 hour criminal justice session was held in Columbus at the Ohio State Penitentiary behind its walls. The attendees included 100 judges state legislators professionals and news executives. They experienced the jail setting to gain perspective on justice and penology.
President Bordaberry used emergency powers to extend the 1972 modified martial law as its expiry nears. The move deepens the clash between Congress and the Executive in Montevideo amid subversion concerns.
The quotation reflects Will Rogers joking about many prominent men of his era while asserting he never disliked any of them. It captures his observational humor and easygoing style.
Oklahoma State Sen. Jim Hamilton notes a spread of illness over doctors. Viewers gripe as Watergate and the Sam Ervin Show delay ripple through daytime schedules. Agencies race to balance funds as fiscal year ends. If Leo Winters shifts courts, Republicans push for venue changes in Little Dixie precints.
A piece discusses executive ego and barriers created by secretaries. It contrasts secure leadership with insecure No 1s who dodge direct calls. It then shifts to family relations, noting children seek parental love and adults miss opportunities to share confidences.
A citizen argues that Senate Select Committee staff briefings violate confidentiality as Dean testimony leaks to the media. The piece notes copies of a seven page summary were circulated, revealing Haldeman Ehrlichman Mitchell links and questioning the panel's handling of information.
A collage of local events including 4 H and FFA field day at Fred Ferrell Farms near Porter Hill and visits by local residents. The piece shifts to a Watergate committee critique, noting leaks, partisan tactics, due process concerns, and calls for constitutional protections amid ongoing investigations.
A War Cry and Changing Times passage reflect public skepticism about voluntary price and lifestyle controls. The lines compare past attempts at voluntary regulation on smoking weight and pricing to current policy hopes, framing concern over enforcement and efficacy.
The page lists daily sun signs with cautious to positive guidance for Aries through Pisces. It notes potential barriers, need for poise, careful planning, and disciplined effort. It highlights individual strengths and suggests careers like writing, acting, or statesmanship forYOU born today.
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