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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1956
Page
24
A feature on spring men''s footwear outlines two main trends the low-cut Italian line and lighter weight leathers. It highlights continental influence variants with three eyelets, varied tongue cuts, and durable perforated or woven leather styles. Color ranges include black browns ivywood and mixed textures for casual and city wear.
The article details Gymkhana events at The Artillery Hunt including obstacle course riding with penalties for faults, musical chairs open to junior members, a stake bending race, blind jumping with a 30 second prep limit, and a balloon busting final. It notes scoring rules, dismount requirements, and season structure from Fall to Spring Horse Show with trophies for top owners.
A dated food feature describes a molded banana vernal salad using lime and lemon gelatin with chicory and banana slices, plus a tangy mayonnaise dressing. It includes preparation steps, serving tips, and a six to eight serving yield. A second item notes Apache plans for a spring cleanup day at the city park and fairgrounds.
Miss Ava Bilbrey of Lawton and Miss Dorothy Stapp of Fletcher belong to the Be Si Ta social club at Oklahoma College for Women in Chickasha. The club sponsors an annual spring reunion this Saturday for Lawton area alumnae. Reservations with Miss Ruth Putnam by March 13. Luncheon at 1 30 p.m. at King's restaurant on Highway 81 south of Chickasha.
Representatives from all PTA units will assemble at 9 30 a m Monday in Miss Thelma Talla s office at Law ton Junior High School to plan the annual pre school summer round up program Mrs O L Parsons city PTA council chairman will outline expectations for each group and dates for round ups at various schools urged attendance by Mrs Parsons
Officers led the program Slides of Our Gardens narrated by Mrs. Tom Oliver and Mrs. Stephens. Members exchanged chrysanthemum plants as Mrs. Oliver, president, conducted the meeting. Coffee service featured a low white bowl of yellow forsythia and jonquils. eighteen members attended.
More than 300 Lawton public school instructors join 2,400 teachers and administrators for the southwest district convention of the Oklahoma Education Association in Weatherford. Classes close Friday for the two day event with mixers, concerts, and general sessions led by Dr. Lawrence D. Haskew and other education officials.
Services for 73 year old Marie Pauline Siller a pioneer area resident were held at St. Peter's Lutheran church in Apache at 2 30 p m Saturday with burial in Apache Fairview cemetery. Crews Funeral home was in charge. She died at her home near here Thursday morning after a heart attack.
California’s population stood around 13 percent of the nation’s total by year end 1955, reflecting growth patterns and demographic shifts across the state. The figures highlight the state’s expanding role in the national economy and migration trends of the mid-1950s.
County 4-H members prepare for state round up with a workshop style county event at Fort Sill Indian School on March 27. Entries must reach the county agent by noon on March 26. Betty Brannan and Arlen Johnson announced guidance on color schemes grooming and class rules for boys and girls divisions.
Counselors state full participation of county 4-H members in the event is expected. They note the dress code may include short sleeved shirts and that washability of the garment is uncertain.
INDEPENDENCE Mo Former President Harry S Truman may join Americans touring Europe this summer He said he and Mrs Truman might go abroad in May in the talking stage The trip could feed into campaign speeches next fall with the Democratic National Committee signaling plans from Washington
Apache (Special) filing period closes March 17 for one Apache Board of Education seat and an additional five mill levy proposal. The notice sets the election timetable and introduces the ballot measure to voters in the district.
Manager Frank Rush announced Craterville Park begins its 35th season today after a winter renovation. The park now features a hard-surfaced driveway and parking area, fresh concessions, and attractions including a big Indian show, a miniature railroad, skating rink, saddle horses, and a miniature golf course.
A population estimate places about 170000 black bears across the United States. The figure reflects census methods and regional concentrations in state forests and protected areas. Urban encroachment and food sources influence regional bear activity and management needs.
Delicious Keryh Bacon will be served at the ABC Flap Jack and Food Fest on March 14. The event takes place at the old Constitution Building and features local vendors in a citywide celebration.
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