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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1954
Page
4
A compact reflection cites Jeremiah on righteousness and folly and argues repentance requires a real change of nature befitting heaven. It contrasts remorse with action and faith, urging genuine conversion over fleeting sorrow.
The piece argues democracies mismanage at times but expose errors to criticism, while Nazi Germany and other totalitarian systems show how centralized dictate can mask incompetence. It cites Hitler's erratic arms policy, the Scharnhorst loss, and Goering's mismanagement as examples of efficiency built on flawed, hidden decisions.
The speaker argues that outward perfection hides faults and that while oppressive rule is not envied, complacency in defense is unnecessary. They contend against both authoritarian excess and the dangers of overconfidence, urging vigilance without fear.
Washington column lauds President Eisenhower as inherently decent, contrast with partisan politics and McCarthy scrutiny. It highlights his stance on war crimes remarks, civil liberties, and security risks, urging higher ethical standards in politics. The piece questions how his example could influence GOP conduct.
In Ed Jordan's medical Q and A column, common concerns are addressed. Topics include burning mouth causes linked to diabetes and anemia, ergotamine safety for migraines, dietary myths about arthritis and rheumatism, testosterone use, and Meckel's diverticulum with brief guidance.
A reader's letter warns of a neighbor's advances toward her sister's husband amid gossip at home. Entertainment flash reports a Ziegfeld Follies revival at the Sands in Las Vegas with Julie Styne and Vic Damone, plus Billie Burke as mistress of ceremonies. A dynamite scare near Miami prompts police, while Bristow Oklahoma moves to outlaw raw milk sales via a city council recommendation.
The entry lists cor aerial photographers Samuel Archer King and William Black who produced two Boston photos from 1860. It notes Delaware as the highest and Mississippi as the lowest per capita income. It mentions Conestoga wagons named for the Pennsylvania town where built and Annie Jump Cannon dubbed the world’s greatest woman astronomer as the census taker of the sky.
The Seven Year Itch star seeks film roles in New York while signaling reluctance about Hollywood. Montgomery Clift defends his return as home, not snub, and Oklahoma preparations delay casting for Screen version. Mickey Rooney's NBC fall show moves to film at 35000 weekly. Eddie Cantor and Ethel Merman style shifts. John Wayne launches a $1,000,000 telefilm series for home viewing.
Campaign card lists Buck Kinsey Merritt and Ward 5 candidate W. J. Kepler for district judge. Democrat John Pete Fullerton is also referenced in the ballot context.
Fragmented text describes a Senate subcommittee discussing private Shine privileges and the push for a special counsel amid calls for a more sensible approach. Mentions Senator Mundt and a long session about openings for a broader probe.
A garbled report describes an incident at Redland’s McTy Air Force Base where a person was thrown from a plane and later charged with drinking. A patrolman’s car is involved, and safety belts are mentioned in connection with the aftermath.
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