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Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

May 14, 1947

Page

2

Reserve Unit in Oklahoma Receives New Commander

Col J L Craig takes command of the Reserve Unit in Oklahoma with Lt Col James L Craig receiving the post at a ceremony in a federal courtroom. Plans for the old reserve are outlined by P Evans as four battalions of the 95th Division are stationed across Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana.

H. K. Clark James L. Craig Lawton Federal Court Room P. Evans Home Military District 95Th Oklahoma Oklahoma City 95Th Division Arkansas Louisiana 378Th Oss Hall Ardmore Stillwater New Orleans D Armored Division Oklay 53Rd Tank Hat Tulsa 22Nd Armored Infanalkion Ored FA Battalion Norored Division Dallas Con

One Freed (Continued From Page 1) Freeman Case View

The jurist ruled no case against Freeman as the government failed to prove he was involved in payoffs to May. After the defense rested Maj. Gen. James A. Ulio and Maj. Gen. Lewis B. Hershey testified May inquired about furloughs and draft comments for Garsson munitions firm officials relatives.

Freeman May James A. Ulio Lewis B. Hershey Garsson Munitions Firms

Three Officers (Continued From Page 1)

A report discusses the risk of war with Russia, noting there is no country ready to provoke a conflict. It argues war would be protracted and costly, urging patience and restraint to avoid escalation.

Rushe Neong

Royal Betrothal Nears Announcement From London

London May 14 sources said an engagement announcement for Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip Mountbatten may be set soon. The couple and families, including Philip and his mother, met to discuss a possible engagement to the heiress to the British throne. Some circles expect the news this month, before June.

London Buck- Snem Palace Eliz Philip Mountbatten Alice Philip Greece Cour

Chicago and Oklahoma market updates mix of futures and livestock

Chicago butter firm on May 14 with 552,450 lbs and grade scores. Oklahoma City cattle 2,400 head and hogs 2,300. mixed signals across grains with wheat oats corn prices and slight cotton futures gains in New York. closing stock list shows varied losses and gains across numerous industrials and oils.

Chicago Oklahoma City Gary Ange NEW York Cotton Brew York

Livingston Williams Welcome Newborn Daughters

Mr and Mrs C F Livingston Route 1 Faxon welcomed a daughter weighing 7 pounds 7 ounces at 8 27 p m Tuesday. Mr and Mrs Truman Williams Route 1 Elgin welcomed a son weighing 7 pounds 14 ounces at 2 35 m today.

Southwestern” Hospital C.F. Livingston Faxon Angus Hospital Truman Williams Elgin

Awards Presented at Cameron Honors List of Recipients

Mrs. Jess Forbess and Neal Hayes head the ceremonies as Cameron honors multiple students across disciplines. Mildred Miller receives Phi Theta Kappa and Kiwanis honors. Bobby Jo Herrin and Marion James Bishop tie for Phi Theta Kappa. Barbara Ross tops graduates with second highest average. Others win SBA, dramatics, journalism, and kindness awards. memorabilia paid to Mittrie Sharp and Virgil Trout for leadership and progress.

Jess Forbess Neal Hayes Elgin Dorothy Tobias Mildred Miller Lawton Kiwanis Miss Miller Harold Puttkamer Bobby Jo Herrin Marlon James Bishop Neal Ferguson Phi Theta Kappa Barbara Ross Mittrle Sharp Rush Springs Student Christian Association Beddie Scroggins Dolores Johnson Meers Ernest Oldshield Quaker Bridge Caroline Reed Buford F. Pringle Ralph Whiteley Duncan Press Club Wlildred Miller Miltrie Sharp George Gutshall Cameron George F. Gutshall Chattanooga Virgil BR. Trout Lions Club Ewing Gafford

City Sanitary Expansion for Telephone Conduits

City officials report City Sanitary continues discussion of a plan to cut pay at 16 street intersections for underground conduits to expand the telephone system. Conner says the project may cost about 147000 dollars and enable all users to access any service. A petition by F avenue property owners for a paving district was referred to the street and alley committee.

Conner F Avenue Alley Com

City approves police records system and annexation steps

The council granted Police Judge Pete Fullerton authority to establish a new police court records system and approve printing of arrest sheets and subpoenas. A John Prigmore audit was referred to the police committee. Checks from Standard Paving Co. were received for incorrect district assessments. The city earmarked 2,282 for a fish and game fund from Lake Lawtonka permits. Annexation of Lee addition moves forward with 10 lots deeded for park uses. W T McNeil gains permission to operate a street vending wagon with packaged sales only.

Fish and Game Fund Lake Lawtonka Lee Addition FF. A. Lee Selected Investments, Inc

Trout Paradise Beckons Boston

Massachusetts waters have been stocked with 600000 trout to boost fishing seasons. Officials say rivers, brooks, and ponds across the state will host the new fish, aiming to attract anglers and support local recreation.

Boston Massachusetts

Trout Opening Prep Ahead of April 15 Fishing Season

Preparations begin for the season opening on April 15 with emphasis on legal size trout. Authorities urge anglers to follow size limits and local regulations to ensure a compliant and enjoyable season start.

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