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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1971
Page
8
The Lawton Constitution is described as an evening daily paper published weekdays in Lawton Oklahoma. Ned Shepler served as editor and publisher with various executive roles. The paper lists its address and affiliations including press associations and the Associated Press along with a Dial number for departments.
The Tax Foundation finds overall tax collections by local, state, and federal governments have climbed 181 percent over the last fifteen years. The analysis notes rising tax burdens across the board for American households and businesses.
The piece discusses James A. Michener's Reader's Digest condensed book on Kent State University violence in 1970. It highlights Jerry Rubin's April 1970 Kent visit and quotes his call to kill parents, framing the riots as planned radical activity and a continuing threat to colleges and universities.
A satirical piece contrasts the Tenth Robin, a cautious northland executive, with the idealistic First Robin who took risks. The Tenth Robin gains steady status, while the First Robin’s gambles end in exile and mixed verdicts, praised for courage despite loss.
In Oklahoma, high winds echo Dust Bowl memories as Democrats push to control state jobs. Lawmakers debate a new rule while the Sooner Cynic mocks the merit system and calls for Republican resignations. Fred Harris now specializes in carrying complaints to Washington, suggesting airlines should expect overweight baggage.
The piece debates whether aging makes people more tolerant and questions liberal marriage. It argues that ridicule fails to calm a tantrum and may breed resentment, urging parents to address underlying causes rather than control the child. It critiques the Women's Liberation Movement and men's role in marital change.
The passage questions whether states can disqualify voters based on domicile within borders and whether 18 year olds have a distinct role in state and local elections. It references Dartmouth, poll taxes, and a Illinois bond case to illustrate the broad implications of youth voting rights beyond federal elections.
A garbled astrology snippet outlines varied date ranges from April to February with notes on talents, study, caution, and ambitions. It mentions Leo Libra Pisces signs and suggests careers in theater publishing and arts, plus warnings about overextending and pursuing luxury.
Ambiguity lingers as lawmakers discuss raising the debt ceiling by 35 billion to 430 billion. Party leaders see an opening to attach the measure to a broader bill, framing it as a timely opportunity to advance a fiscal goal.
A reflection on choosing a good name over riches with Proverbs style and a line from Lord Halifax praising a favorable reputation. The text contrasts a good name with wealth and highlights the value of character spoken well of by others.
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