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Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Mar 22, 1957

Page

9

Oklahoma in Washington Highlights Civil Defense Leadership Debate

Congressman Edmondson attacked the Federal Civil Defense Administration leadership over its handling of the shelter program and budget for the coming year. He urged a stronger, aggressive shelter plan as a deterrent, while criticizing reduced expenditures and urging presidential clarification. The discussion touched on broader federal responsibilities and the need for clear direction amid nuclear threats.

Charles Mase Washington Ea Ede Mondson D-Okle House Federal Civil Defense Administration Bedmendsan Admondse

Nixon links Middle East peace to refugee burden

Washington reports Vice President Nixon says lasting settlement depends on global economic contributions and that refugee issues must be tackled rather than brushed aside. Other items note Ferenciow calling for freedom of satellite nations and Lightfoot mulling a Chicago move for the party, with Pieper praising debt options and Dr. Tinker White recommending activity for heart health.

Pat Ted IE Washington Richard MM. Nixon Middle East Paul Tinker White Eisenhower Shane

Kansas Solons Vote New Taxes

In a wild session the Kansas House tentatively approved a one half per cent sales tax increase and a 0.5 per cent boost on advertising taxes, plus a rise from 2 to 3.5 per cent in corporate income taxes. Gov. Docking warned of veto. Bills move to Senate for final vote with possible conference committees. Senate committee eyed 1 per cent severance tax on Gilane gas alongside property taxes, with projected impact topping millions.

Topeka Kansas House Gen Docking Senate Iin Bose Ian

Junior High Students Launch 2 Day Bend Clinic in Lawton

A two day bend clinic opened today at Central junior high school featuring Byron Autrey of Michigan State University as instructor. The morning session ran 9:30 to 11, with group and individual consultations. The program moves to Lawton High School Saturday with additional instructors and a 1 pm recital, concluding around 4 pm with further individual consultations expected. Autrey, a state university band director and soloist, has extensive symphonic experience.

Byron Autrey Peggy Myers Doug Loudenback Central Autrey Peggy H. D. Myers Carrol Ave Loudenback L. W. Everly Arlington Uhis Central Junior High School Michigan State University Eas Walters Douglass Duncan John McHenry George Walters LHS Auttey Central Activities State College Directo Ab An State University Central Missouri State College West Texas State College University of Michigan Amarillo Tex East Lansing Mick

Cat Haunts New York Home Tells of Nocturnal Mystery

In New York, Mr and Mrs Irving Scott faced persistent nighttime noises in their new house. Neighbors suggested anxiety over new home sounds, but the distress continued until Thursday when a pulled medicine cabinet revealed a tired hungry cat hidden behind the wall.

Irving Scott Scotts Scott

Forensic League Congress Opens In Layton Saturday

About 140 high school students from roughly 30 NFL chapters gather at Layton high to run a model legislature from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Gavel awards and medals will honor top senate and house speakers as Kinley McClare leads the event. The Lawton meet marks one of four congress events statewide.

Layton National Forensic League NFL Senate House of

Thief steals boat parts from auto shop window

A thief damaged a auto supply store window in New Jersey by cutting the glass and used a twig and bent pin to grab about 200 dollars worth of miniature boats hobby tanks and boat parts. He left his fishing tackle on the pavement.

N.J

OU Prof Eyes Governor Race

OU professor Thad Thornton heads the Bureau of Government Resources at the University of Oklahoma and says he has not begun campaign steps for governor. He notes discussion would be premature and doubts wealth alone would drive a gubernatorial run.

Thornton Bureau of Government Resource Thad Vrenning Thurndon

Pilot Killed As Jet Crashes After Takeoff At Sherman

An FAID crash near Perrin Air Force Base in Sherman Texas killed 1st Lt Edgard Wesman during radar training. The jet went down about 12 miles northwest of the base after takeoff, last contact showing no trouble. A rehabilitation fund for independent children in Oklahoma will be funded from surplus in the ACD program, starting with $300,000 and up to $650,090 yearly.

Sherman Tex Edgard Wesman Perrin Air Force Base Air Force Find For Children Oklahoma City Air Independent Children Program Public Welfare Department Raymond Gary Welfare Commission ACD

Fund Directors Seek Strong Appeals and Local Review Board

United Fund directors urged a new local review board to limit unauthorised appeals for funds here. They backed marketing the old appeals and sought Chamber of Commerce support while planning a fall campaign with a tentative drive date set for October or November.

United Kiam C. Love United Fund Chamber of Commerce Love Hon Tapila Dive Furs

Schon To Discuss School Bill With OFA PTA Meet Tonight

LAREMORE. Representative J. D. McCary of Oklahoma City heads a discussion on school legislation at a town meeting sponsored by the Oklahoma Education Association and the Parent Teacher Association. The bill aims to raise teacher salaries from 2400 to 3900 dollars a year.

Schon OFA PTA Laremore J. D. McCary Oklahoma City McCarty

Marquette University Football Scrapes Snow for Spring Practice

Milwaukee Wisconsin. Marquette University football players arrive for spring practice with 73 players. They must clear a solid blanket of snow from the field before beginning drills as the session opens.

Milwaukee Wis Marouette University

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