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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1971
Page
6
Lawton Constitution published weekdays from Lawton Oklahoma. The note states a policy to correct any erroneous reflection or misstatement of fact on request to the management. It lists Ned Shepler as publisher and provides the paper’s contact details and affiliations with press associations.
The 91st Congress, ending in 1970, shows a low liberal scorecard from Americans for Democratic Action. Only six House members voted 100 percent on liberal issues, with several prominent liberals in the Senate not achieving perfect scores, suggesting weaker liberal momentum amid Nixon era politics.
Legislation across states authorizes or expands state lotteries and off track betting to fund public aims like education. Despite pioneers New Hampshire and New York seeing modest gains, law enforcement cautions that legal gambling draws crime money rather than eliminating it, with figures suggesting most Mafia gambling goes beyond horse racing into numbers games and sports betting.
Amid debates on Vietnam policy, fear of China looms large as Ho Chi Minh and Soviet involvement shape North Vietnam. The piece notes ambivalence among leaders about expanding the war and whether China would enter if the United States increases pressure in South Vietnam. It cites Nixon's remarks on February 17 as reflecting the uncertain dynamics.
Senator Harrison A Williams of New Jersey introduces a bill to raise Social Security payments 15 percent this year and 15 percent in 1972, eliminate voluntary physicians insurance fees, and require government to cover 30 percent of the fund, the most liberal measure yet.
College students showed strong enthusiasm as Humphrey led with 60 votes, Nixon 49, Reagan 48, Agnew 36, and Wallace 16 in the cited event.
A devotional note cites Hebrews 3 6 reminding that Christ is faithful over God's house and believers are its house if they hold fast to confidence and hope Then Stewart E White adds a caution to act only when sure of oneself while not yielding to others doubt
Jim Bishop recounts a chaotic day at the track with bets, trickster tips from a Ouija board, and two men Lehman and Kroll who win big in name only. They flee to India with red bills in hand only to learn money cannot be exited. The piece ends noting it was both a better and worse day at the track.
Ernest Cuneo argues campus law governs police and student conduct, noting authorities may not punish rioters with lethal force after dispersal. The piece cites Hobart College and Kent State incidents, warning ignorance of riot law endangers lives and urging students to learn the legal framework.
Yesteryears notes show C A Harrison winning a club prize at the Lawton Fort Sill Coin Club meeting. Mrs Joseph Redja led a Sun set Baptist Woman's Missionary Society program at Mrs Clyde Hoover's home. Mae Huddleston elected Charter Club president. Hunting Horse Kiowa Patriarch marks 105th birthday with buffalo barbecue in Meers community. Clyde A Lynn begins duties as? Lawton Wolverines win regional basketball title 41 to 38 over Walters Blue Devils. Bishop School PTA plants 100 cedar trees. Mr and Mrs W T Burleson visit St Louis. A voter verdict labels a lame duck congressman.
The excerpt argues both reward and punishment influence a child’s obedience. Rewards are seen as ineffective for fostering true will and may provoke concern over future incentives. Punishment pushes the child to test limits and display ambition, potentially hostile behavior aimed at personal goals.
The column outlines star signs with guidance for the period from Aries to Pisces. It notes auspicious outlooks, caution against traps, and emphasis on intellect, timing, and disciplined action across signs like Aries Gemini Virgo Libra Scorpio Sagittarius Capricorn Aquarius and Pisces.
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