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Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Mar 19, 1957

Page

3

Swallows Return To Capistrano

In San Juan Capistrano Calif Bell ringer Ambronia Valenzuela spotted the first swallows at dawn above the mission as locals and visitors gathered. Sisters en route to Mass saw the wheeling birds and tourists filled the town to witness the annual return on St Josephs Day within sight of the old mission.

San Juan Capistrano Calif Ambronia Valenzuela Sisters of the Mission St. Joseph's Day Los Angeles Capistrano

Markets Chicago Butter Steady Amid Wholesale Price Fluctuations

Chicago markets show butter steady with wholesale buying prices listed across several grade scores. The report notes varied percentages and prices, indicating mixed demand across categories.

Chicago

Ben-Gurion Speaks on Right to Defend Israel

Premier David Ben-Gurion pledges to defend Israel’s rights in the Gulf of Aqaba and Suez passage, calls for international pressure on Egypt’s blockade, and urges UN-led peaceful settlement with Arab leaders. He warns against restoration of the Gaza Strip regime and emphasizes Israel’s stay and vigilance.

David Ben-Gurion Israel Ginza Gulf of Aqaba Aqaba Reypt Reseuupyata Elinv Simon Im Dsenel Fas ELTAY Sion United Jerusalem True Gaza Ben-Gurion Singe Dwwil Gaxi Harm el Sheikh Gulf of Jaba Israc Suez Canal Egypt Eisenhower Anager United Press Ben-Guriin United Nations Ben - Gurion Security Council Wsol Gaza Strip Strip General Assembly Fedayeen

Plead Innocent in Major Superiox Court Criminal Docket

Six defendants pleaded innocent and prepared for trial in Superiox court as jury sessions begin Monday. Names include George P. Shannon Bruce Hammon Ed Brown Wesley Tapeda Troy Lee Prince Buford McGee and others with trials set from March to May. Numerous cases were arraigned or postponed as judge Robert Landes updates the docket.

Superiox Court George P. Shannon Bruce Hammon Troy Lee Prince Buford McGee Robert 8. Landes Ray Lewis Miller Marion Klhy Tierce J.L. Mason Lewis Bouye Edgar Ingle Donald B. Ellison Sylvester Hill William Cecil Rochedeaux Jean Steed Troius Warner Warren C. 8. Taylor George Fuqua John Cooper Samuel Thomas Bayless Johnie Clifford Howell Lee Moore Jackin Wile Hanks James Lewis Davis James Samuel Banner Landers Billie E. Speed Speed Curtis L. Whitehead Frank McCoy Kay Tibbets Erskine R. Milward Freddie Beavers Johnny Mehetko Donald Ray Leopard Fruce Elmer Waters Wayne D. Hair Walter F. Gillispie Alvin L. Kravig Ben R. Lewis

House OKs Savings Bond Interest Hike

Washington reports House passage of a bill to grant the Treasury flexible power to raise government savings bond interest from 7 percent to as high as 4 percent. The plan would apply to Series E and I bonds issued after February 1, with E bonds maturing in 6 years 11 months instead of 9 years 11 months and I bonds continuing to pay semiannual interest. The measure moves to the Senate.

Washington House Treasury Senate Ways and Means

Honor Society Taps 21 Aggies

Twenty one Cameron college students named members of Phi Theta Kappa. Local sponsor Mrs. Jane Lowe announced eligibility requires top ten percent and a B average or higher. New members include Joy Nerly Diane Pearce Ivan Preswell Beverly Beauchamp Zedith Ogilbee Donna Hale Eleanor Bowman Willis Miller John Shoemaker Jr Jack Reece Donal D Penn Jorma Jean Tompkins Donald Ernest all of Lawton. Initiation ceremonies planned with Merrill Neel president Charles Crem president Glenda and Janell Withrow treasurer.

Cameron College Phi Theta Kappa Jane Lowe Joy Nerly Diane Pearce Ivan Preswell Beverly Beauchamp Zedith Ogilbee Donna Hale Eleanor Bowman Willis Miller John Shoemaker Jr Jack Reece Donal D. Penn

Heroic Mother Dies In Vain

In Wilmington Delaware a 30 year old mother, Trena Eloisa Graves, died attempting to rescue her children as a fire trapped them in a three room frame house in Hockessin. Her husband Delbert Graves, 29, helped the other three children escape through a tray window. Firemen blamed the blaze on an improperly installed flue pipe from a wood burning stove.

Wilmington Del Trena Eloisa Graves Hockessin Edward William Delbert Je Lonnie Toa Leona Graves Bere

Right-of-Way Purchase Bill Introduced in Senate

State Sen. Fred Harris notified Mayor C R Ellsworth of a new bill in the senate to authorize cities and municipalities to buy highway right of way outside city limits. He expects passage in both houses and aims to settle issues raised as towns consider widening US 277 north of Lawton. The measure targets cities under 190000 population, erasing doubt about future purchases.

Fred Harris C. R. Ellsworth Senate Sen Harris State Senate WU. S. 277 Lawton Sen. Harris Tle

Oklahoma Delegates To Attend USO Council Meeting

Three members of the Oklahoma delegation to the USO National Council will attend the second annual meeting in Washington on March 21. Attending are Fred Holmes of Enid Col Everett C Williams of Lawton and Dick Sterling Jones former judge of the Criminal Court of Appeals of Oklahoma City.

USO Council Washington Oklahoma USO National Council of the United Service Organizations, Inc Fred Holmes Enid Everett Co. Williams Lawton Dick Sterling Jones Criminal Court of Appeals Oklahoma City

Navy Plane Crashes Near Manila Under Clouded Sea

A U S Navy Sky Raider crashed into the Philippine Sea north of Alabat Island today. The pilot is believed lost, with search efforts ongoing amid unclear wreckage and weather conditions.

Sill Man Accused Of Striking Woman Transferred To Military

A Fort Sill soldier accused of striking Odessa Alexander with a vodka bottle was transferred to military authorities for a disturbance charge. Sgt. George Knight faces prosecution. Pvt Hack O. Perdue also ordered to military authorities for destruction of private property. Catherine Gilbert fined for vagrancy.

Fort Sillman George Knight Odessa Alexander J. Merle Oaks Pvt Hack O. Perdue Catherine Gilbert Margarett. Snodgrass

Missing Norman Scouts Found Safe After Nationwide Search

Two 12 year old Norman Boy Scouts, Donald Bostic and Lynn Breedlove, were found safe in Sulphur Oklahoma after a statewide search. Authorities reported they left home Friday to join their troop for an overnight camp at Camp Kickapoo southwest of Oklahoma City and returned Monday. The incident concluded with the youths back with their families.

Norman Okla

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