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Newspaper

Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Mar 19, 1954

Page

2

Benson Attacks NFU Leader At Convention

Benson accused NFU President James M. Patton of insult and misrepresentation at the National Farmers Union gathering in Benson. Benson urged flexible price supports and parity, while Patton defended past NFU positions and condemned Benson’s remarks as harmful to farmers.

Benson National Farmers Union Convention NFU James M. Patton M. W Thatcher St. Paul, Minn Farmers Union Grain Terminal Association National Federation of Grain Co-operatives Patton National Farmers Union

Question on 30 Inch Water Line From Lake Lawtonka

Citizens ask how a 30 inch line with 24 inch valves maintains flow. Hydraulic expert explains reducers in large mains, skin friction reduction. The 30 inch line should deliver 14,500,000 gallons daily and about 40 pounds of pressure at the fire station.

W. L. Casey Cherry Lake Lawtonka Lawton Fort Doc Mr. Casey Casey

Hospital News Items Admitted and Discharged Names Listed

A hospital log records multiple admissions including Mrs Ida Givens 309 A medical Edna Lee Martinez eightyearold daughter of Sgt and Mrs ErNest Martinez 9024 McKinley surgery and several children listed for surgery. Discharges include Windell Wallace 10 medical and Kristine Mary Nelson sevenyearold daughter of Maj and Mrs Curtis D Nelson surgery. Births noted for Mr and Mrs Emmett Seeley Beverly Toppah and others.

Ida Givens Edna Lee Martinez Ernest Martinez McKinley Orville Roberts Fletcher Lewis Dale Sorrels O. L. Sorrels Jefferson Eddie LeRoy Marlow Elmer Marlow Cornell Jeannie Eileen Cox Lloyd Cox Mary Lynn Watson Joe D. Watson Lawton Rt Windell Wallace Virgle Wallace Kristine Mary Nelson Curtis D. Nelson Harold A. Rust L. G. Shearer Indiahoma Jack Fite S. First LeRoy J. Hobertz Andrews Emmett Seeley Ur Ouncas Beverly Toppah Carnegie Medeeindis Tartsah Anadarko Victor Pawpa Greenfield A Lone Wolf Hobart

Hydrogen Bomb Debate Deepens World Tension

The article reports on continued U.S. disclosure disputes over hydrogen bomb data with Russia alleged to seek the information. Representative Carl Durham questions what Russians already know. Radioactivity is detected on several Japanese boats and the U S pledges fair compensation to fishermen harmed by the blast if warranted.

Ures Russia Carl Durham D-N.c U. S.S John M. Allison United States

Burglars Hit Three Stores Across Lawton and Cache

Lawton police report three grocery burglaries. Gibson Market at 512 D saw cigars and about nine dollars in pennies stolen, with a cash register broken into through a window. Louie Webber's Ice Plant and Store in Cache was entered overnight with $2 in pennies and four cartons of cigarettes stolen. Darnty Grocery in Cache was burglarized through a broken window, but nothing reported missing.

Abe Bar Thureck Gibson Lawton Louie Webber Darnty

Fort Sill Commanders Reach AAU Semi Finals in Denver

Fort Sill's Commanders under Coach Vincent Nixon stunned a star filled field at the Denver AAU tournament after a 91-86 first round win over San Diego Navy. The team, formerly The Artillery School, earned strong backing from Maj. Gen. Hart and received a telegram of praise from Gen Hast for reaching the semifinals.

Keating Sill Wilkie AAU Denver Fort Sill Vincent Nixon San Diego Navy Charles E. Hart Artillery Center Hast

Committee Named To Nominate City Theater Officers

R Grant Mangum president of the Lawton Little Theater announced a nominating committee for the April 29 election of officers. Members include Jack Kytle as chairman and others. Plans for the production The Bat at Cameron College auditor are reported for May 3 with casting continuing under director John Denney.

R. Grant Mangum Lawton Little Theater Jack Kytle Jackie John Lattimore Florenne Kytle Darlene Cameron College John Denney

Langston Band Plays At Fort Sill Indian School

The Langston college band performed at noon today at Fort Sill Indian School. Band members were guests of the school for lunch after playing for several area schools in recent days.

Lawn College Fort Sill Langston

TB Group outlines budget for 1953 54 TB se al drive

The TB association budget committee led by Clarence Scott proposed a 9 592 allocation for clerical salaries taxes travel conferences health education seal sale expense rent and related items. The report notes contributions totals 21 and 15 and 13 for various donors while 11 079 made no reply.

Bardsher Sue N . Phil Ken Billy Porry Mary Ann Goode Judy Gram É . Park Sterling Clarence Scott Hallett Camp Fire Jaycee Jones Cameron College Fort Sill TB Association Comenche County Jimmie Louise White County City Health Department Health Department Porn Pokorny Catherine Kimes Wilson Frankie Jo Staia Howell H. Hallett J. O. Seaith Buddy Garber Lawton Cummins Lucille Roberts Coateoceesary Berryhill Stoops A. Vokins Cache and . Medlock Faxon F. Krupka Chattanooga

SMU Executive Speaks In City At Kiwanis Night

Dr. Willig Tate executive vice president of Southern Methodist University spoke to Lawton Kiwanis members farmers and guests at the First Christian Church banquet hall on the annual farmers night. The address titled The Biggest Thing in the World blended inspiration and humor before about 66 area farmers. Marlin Thley introduced him and Rusty McDonald provided entertainment.

Willig Tate Southern Methodist University Lawton Kiwanis Club First Christian Church Kiye Club Ker Wee Marlin Thley Rusty McDonald

Melting Margarine Precautions for Milk Solids

When melting margarine use low heat to prevent scorching the milk solids of the shortening.

Oklahoma Livestock Market Report Summary

Show lambs sold 22.50 to 24.00 with No 00 23 prime at 24.00 and top at 25.00. Delivery markets listed include Lawton Guthrie and Okla City with varied prices across towns. Eggs stead y to firm, butterfat weak with regional receipts led by Tulsa and Vinita. Friday morning notes Follo wing towns and prices across Oklahoma markets.

Hag Piraan Uskogee Lawton Oklahoma City Chickasha Durant Ity Shawnee Chandler Clinton Laverne Pauls Lee Alva Vinita Ardmore McAlester Hobart Blackwell Tulsa Vinita Reno Durant Ardmore Enid Elk City Watonga Pauls Valley Alva Poteau Hennessey Ad el Reno Frederick

Funeral Rites Pending for Youth Left on Day of Death

Funeral rites for the youth, identified as Jerry Lee Whitman, remain pending as authorities continue to determine details. The deceased’s father is reported to be en route as the investigation proceeds.

E. L

Infant Higginbotham Graveside Rites Held

Infant son of Mr and Mrs Chester Higginbotham 505 B buried in Highland Cemetery with Rev Bob Hammons of Trinity Baptist Church officiating. Child died Monday in a local hospital. Becker Funeral Home arranged services.

Chester Higginbotham Highland Cemetery Bob Hammons Trinity Baptist Church Becker Funeral Home

Resort Owners Protest GRDA Water Policy at Grand Lake

In the Grand Lake area, resort owners protest GRDA water level policy amid a record low lake level. GRDA officials say hydroelectric output has been reduced to the minimum necessary as owners accuse the authority of withholding rainfall augmentation efforts.

Grand Lake Area Gen- Murray Grand River GRDA Bes

Taxes revision bill in Democratic proposal showdown

The debate centers on a tax revision plan backed by Democrats with veteran Sen George of Georgia supporting it. Analysts estimate a 4 percent revenue loss totaling about 1.4 billion dollars initially, rising to several billions as provisions fully take effect, while Republicans dispute the figures and oppose revenue cuts. The Finance Committee met in closed session to push a House bill, with administration pressure shaping the outcome.

Sen. George D-Ga Finance Committee House Eeen

Sniper Kills British Officer in Egypt

An attack near Ismailia, Egypt, left a British officer dead and another wounded. The incident followed earlier fighting that week in the area. Two soldiers were killed earlier, with several wounded in the clashes.

Egypt Weson

Scorned Lover Killings Reported In Burglary Case

A scorned lover shoots a rival and kills a girl after a burglary at a trailer home. Gilley confessed to living with Miss Browning at the trailer as authorities investigate the case.

State Penitentiary Gilley Miss Browning

Red Outlawing Bill Gains Headway in House

Washington reporting that a deter today signals movement on an outlawing bill. If approved there and sent to the floor, committee members predict House passage with few members likely to publicly oppose it.

Washington

Dr Gonzalez honored as hospital accreditation process moves forward

Officials said the Lawton and Fort Sill hospitals will be reviewed for national accreditation with reports circulating to Chicago. Six weeks are needed for commissioners to complete reviews. Dr. Gonzalez received a luncheon honor and will attend a Mit Il event and a dinner at Martin's restaurant on Saturday.

Gonzalez Lawton Fort Sill Chicago Mit

Israel Seeks Action On Desert Slayings

Israel seeks decisive action over desert slayings and vows to meet any incident with prompt response. Officials urge coordination to prevent further violence while investigating the deaths and tracing suspects.

Israel

Lawyers Attend Meeting in Oklahoma City Area

A one day legal institute sponsored by the Oklahoma Bar Association and the Pittsburg county bar was attended by attorneys from 11 south central Oklahoma.

Mcalester Okla Oklahoma Bar Association Pittsburg County South

Buck Kinsey and Kepler Run For Local Council Seats

Republican Buck Kinsey announces campaign for Council Ward 2 with E Olmstead as a key backer. Democrat W J Kepler enters Ward 5 race outlining platform and local impact. Both campaigns seek voter support in upcoming local election.

Buck Kinsey E. Olmstead W. J. Kepler

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