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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1973
Page
6
Partial newspaper masthead and contact lines from The Lawton Constitution dated March 5 1973. It lists publisher Ned Shepler and affiliations with press associations and a Dial number, followed by a standard disclaimer about erroneous reflections.
The piece argues for using coal with cheaper sulfur removal and expanding nonpolluting options including nuclear power under stricter oversight. It questions natural gas shortages and suggests voluntary fuel cuts, superconducting upgrades, and exploring the Alaskan pipeline while criticizing oil dependence.
The United Nations yearbook lists mid 1971 world population at 3.706 billion with Asia housing 2.104 billion. China leads with 781.2 million, India 550.4 million. Shanghai tops cities at 10.82 million in 1970, followed by Tokyo and New York.
G P Putnam's Sons, 135 year old publisher, is targeted by T T conglomerate in a stock exchange agreement valued around 16 million dollars. The industry sees few independent houses remaining as consolidation accelerates.
The passage presents moral guidance from Genesis about Abram leaving his homeland to become a great nation. It is paired with Truman’s reflection that success comes from applying full energy, enthusiasm, and hard work to one’s task.
The Tallahassee scene buzzes over former Virginia governor Mills B. Godwin as a potential Florida Republican candidate in 1974. Jerry Thomas, ex-state senate president, has shifted to the GOP and may seek the governor's seat, supported by a broad party base as intra party feuds fade and Ad ams scrutiny looms over a farm wage claim.
A 1970s column argues AFL-CIO aims at wage and labor policy issues while downplaying Great Society programs. It recalls Meany's Bronx roots and Paul Fino's GOP labor alignment on Davis Bacon and minimum wage, suggesting labor prioritizes nitty gritty over social reform.
A collection of short wit and commentary noting humorous lines about taxes gold standard housing veterans work and retirement. It includes jabs at jail terms for tax debts duplications of wealth and a convicted forger teaching writing to inmates.
The piece suggests happiness depends on genuine desire for college and not parental or societal pressure. It advises a balanced view of adversity, avoiding extremes, and notes shyness can affect romance unless both parties seek connection and possible counseling for deeper issues.
A collection of aphorisms from Josh Billings James T Adams H L Mencken and Ralph Waldo Emerson. The lines contrast originality ethics and public influence reflecting 19th and early 20th century literary satire and social thought.
Washington observers say the constitutional clash between President Nixon and Congress is fading as Senate Democrats avoid a final battle. The White House cuts to antipoverty and disability programs spark corruption allegations, with New York City and other locales cited as examples of federal funds being misused. The Model Cities report due soon is expected to reveal further waste.
Community notes show Mrs Gladys Cassell sponsoring a Poise talk for Central Junior High students led by Mrs Daniel Webster. Westwood PTA elects Leo Holmes as president and H Joe White chairs a Kiwanis project to carpet Holy City Chapel downtown. 30 years ago, Jack Lankford demonstrated a Pfaff sewing machine at a Home Economics club hosted by Mrs E D Sullivan, while 2 years ago Martha Russell served as assistant to the secretary treasurer for Rhe Kap pa Gamma Sorority at Mary Anne Munn's home. Ralph Guier found a 10 day old baby monkey and brought it to Southwestern Hospital for care. Mr and Mrs M D Scotten visit Lawton.
Daily predictions cover all zodiac signs with guidance on conduct and prospects. Aries urges calm decisive action, Taurus warns on new offers, Gemini calls for poise while Cancer hints at influences, Leo focuses on managing debts, Virgo on focus, Libra strong in math and science, Scorpio notes when to stretch, Sagittarius on subtle competition, Capricorn mixed influences, Aquarius feels frustration countered by sense, Pisces expects eventual benefits from steady effort. You born today show versatility ambition and determination.
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