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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1954
Page
2
Puerto Rico leader Munoz denounces travel to the United States describing Puerto Rico as a U.S. dependent by choice and condemns any suggestion of violence while asserting the peaceful nature of Puerto Rico’s people.
Bond for Weldon C. King, 33, was set at $5,000 in City court on a habit to follow his arrest Saturday for alleged forgery and related charges.
A nationwide polio vaccine test is planned with Tulsa selected after conferences between the State Health Office and medical officials of the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis, which sponsors the study.
The article explains new barriers and checkpoints affecting traffic at Fort S08 Boulevard with planned stations and allowed through-traffic for residents and others needing to access the area. It notes the need to drive between the intersections and cautions drivers about the evolving setup.
Doc credits Col Walter C Latti for leading the 1954 Comanche county Red Cross campaign. Latti, recently retired as inspector general at the Artillery Center, devised a thorough plan and enlisted hundreds of volunteers. The drive emphasizes family memberships with a March best buy of 1954 Red Cross memberships for every adult.
About 278 teachers indicate potential teaching gaps for next year amid honorary re elections. Elected to Douglass and Dunbar faculties are numerous names across high, elementary, and administrative roles, with additional honorary re electees and staff including a school nurse and attendance officer.
Burglars stole the cash register from Hayes Service station at 206 South 11th last night. Entry was gained by breaking a window on the east side of the building. The amount of money stolen was not yet determined.
A listing of hospital admissions and dismissals includes Mrs. J C Jumper of Sheridan Street and Mrs. Sarah Berryman of East Street among medical cases. Multiple births noted under Memorial and various residents, including Mrs Tony Lawson and Mrs Harold Orr, with births recorded March and February. Local residents such as Archie Mabry, Robert Baird, and J E Kosco appear in the interval notes with medical and surgical mentions.
Six Navy men died when two helicopters collided during a training flight near Fleming Key, Key West. Both aircraft burst into flames after impact one thousand feet from the seaplane base. Names withheld until next of kin notified. crew from Helicopter Antisubmarine Squadron One.
Col Crosby a West Point graduate and son of late Maj Gen Herbert B Crosby, served in Panama and Cavalry roles, with stints as physics instructor at West Point. His mother resides in Kentfield California. He has two children Catharine, 18, and George.
Dick Swaby is elected president of the junior high honors society. Robinson serves as sponsor. The group recognizes scholarship, character, leadership, and service among eighth and ninth graders, with supporters including Nita Helms, Carolyn Hennessee, Brent Parmeter, and Sue Paces.
Weather cloudy through Wednesday with temperatures in the 30s. Southwest Oklahoma cold and dry while other parts see wind driven snow. Light rain and chill conditions reported in Ardmore Hobart Chickasha Durant with overcast skies and no precipitation in some areas.
The article lists allocations for buses repairs operating costs driver wages and new equipment, along with capital outlay for office shop library and furniture. It also notes separate school budgets for salaries maintenance and instructional steps and announces bids for Jefferson and Garfield elementary furniture to be opened March 24 and contracts awarded at the board meeting.
Wisconsin Republican official says a plan with Stevens will be labeled and McCarthy is invited before the Permanent Investigation subcommittee. Stevens offered to testify on contradictions raised by McCarthy and will appear next Monday or at another convenient time.
A House and Senate review of ten withdrawal bills signals GOP moves to reduce direct Indian services. Critics warn closures threaten hospitals at Claremore Pawnee and tense relations with tribes. Advocates insist savings come with maintained overall care amid rising Washington overhead.
Doctor to address a children group at a March 9 meeting. The speaker notes suitable facilities for older children and enough participants to form a close support group with access to a capable teacher and support personnel.
GOP members propose a revision to counter Democratic claims that the bill favors business. The plan would reduce excise rates to 10 percent across most items, except liquor and tobacco, and would cut taxes on admissions, telephone bills, passenger transport, jewelry, handbags, furs, cosmetics, luggage, sporting goods, and similar goods.
Three Sill men suffered injuries in a two car collision last night about two miles east of Cache on US Silver Way. Lee Jaworski, 20, was held for examination at Post Hospital. Carl Bernal, 23, and Lee Singley, 23, were treated for lacerations. Singley attempted to pass the Jackson car driven by Mrs. Emma Jackson of Duncan when the crash occurred. Mrs Jackson not hurt.
Eyewitness accounts describe a volley of bullets fired during a Capitol visit, with Lebron woman among injured. Police say a fourth gunman was not present, as members ducked under chairs and fled while officials moved to lock down the chamber and locate suspects.
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