OG&E Completes Case For Annual Rate Hike Petition
Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co. completed its testimony for a rate increase as seven groups filed to oppose. Commissioner Jones postponed hearings three months to June 8 and 11 to study the company records. Opponents included four Oklahoma glass firms, a consumers group, Tinker Air Force Base, and an attorney. Kennedy said the proposed increase is modest, averaging under 10 percent for most customers, noting prior years allowed rate cuts.
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Oklahoma City
Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co
Corporation
Jones
Commission
Operes
Og&e
Oklahoma Glass Companies
Tinker Air Force Base
W. W. O'Neill
Electric Utlity
Kennedy
Men May Choose Branch of Army for Enlistment
MSgt James H Marsh local recruiter expects higher area enlistments after a new Army policy allows heirs to select a specific branch. Previously enlistees could not choose a branch. Order from Oklahoma City effective immediately to Lawton recruits, swearing in in OKC. Enlist for armor artillery engineers infantry medical chemical corps military police.
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James H. Marsh
Oklahoma City
Lawton
Armor
Artillery
Engineers
Infantry
Medical Service
Chemical Corps
Mili General Corps
Army and Air Force
Federal
Fifth and
Autopsy Report Delayed In Duncan Pond Death
An autopsy was performed on a man found in a farm pond near Duncan Oklahoma, but authorities withheld the results. Investigations continue to determine cause and identity, with the University He Hospital releasing no details yet.
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Duncan
Oklahoma City
Towere
Ckeet Monte Sensities
University He Hospital
Warn Citizens To Report Duds After Explosive Shell Found
Residents warned to report dud shells after an unexploded 37mm shell was found near a boy in Lawton. Maj. Fred Bail Jr and Lt. Thomas Girkout described the shells as treacherous and common around homes, urging public reports to prevent accidents.
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Henry Lee Ball
Lincoln
Maj
Fred S"bail Jr
FA Bn
Ordnance
Fort
Thomas J. Girkout
61St Eod PA
Lawton
Woodrow Wilson School
Gainesville
Tex
Girkout
Fort Sill
German Doctors Call Press To Halt Personal Crisis Reports
Bonn Germany The German Medical Association urged the West German press to stop reporting a surge of personal crisis reports linked to a bug poison given to three people last month More than 40 deaths have occurred from the insecticide since Christa Lehmann a Worms widow admitted using it to kill her husband her father in law and her closest woman friend The case drew wide headlines.
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Bonn
Germany
German Medical Association
Christa Lehmann
Worms
Chicago Butter Markets Hold Steady As Receipts Rise
Chicago butter market steadies with receipts totaling 1,625,150. Wholesale bid levels shown as A 64.05 and B 25 in a mixed car market. Prices for various grade shipments noted, with holders reporting mixed demand and ongoing wholesale activity in Chicago.
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Chicago
Taxes revision debate hints at broad cuts and fiscal fallout
The administration promotes a tax cut package totaling about 1.397 billion for individuals and business, arguing it boosts growth. Republicans fear hot politics may derail the plan as lawmakers prepare to tackle excise reductions and potential income tax changes amid budget forecasts of a 2.9 billion deficit for the year starting July 1.
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Millikin
R-Cole
Finance Committee
Senate
George
Venereal Disease Rate Shows Drop at Clinic
A local health clinic reports a decrease in venereal disease rate as patients received treatment. Officials say improved outreach and early intervention contributed to the drop, with continued emphasis on testing and education to sustain progress through the year.
Police Measured For New Uniforms
Police officers are measured for updated uniforms, with officials confirming adjustments to fit and fabric, as the department plans a staged rollout. Details on sizes, fittings, and timelines were not disclosed.
Jailed Woman Admits Passing Hot Checks In Lawton
A jailed woman confessed to passing hot checks in Lawton. The report notes the identity of the woman is unknown and that names referenced earlier were not confirmed. Authorities continue to investigate the case and seek verification of the involved parties.
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Lawton
125 Longshoremen Defy Court Order At New York Dock
One hundred twenty five longshoremen defy jeering picket line as waterfront tieup continues. Rival Shoremen’s Association members ignore a court order and pleas of leaders to work.
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Benny
Jack Benny
Ollywood
Beverly Hills
Joan
Seth Baker
New York
Shorements Assa Ignorine
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