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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1972
Page
6
The Lawton Constitution publishes weekdays from third and A Avenue Lawton Oklahoma. Ned Shepler served as publisher from 1919 to 1967 with a local news policy and AP use rights.
McGovern faces questions over his abortion, marijuana and busing stances as he seeks a centrist path. The piece critiques his desire to hold firm yet avoid political risk, and argues Nixon era dynamics may shape voter views and the need for a strong caretaker approach.
A shopper in a supermarket wore a smart dress and drew attention as she moved through aisles. The observation highlights everyday fashion in a casual, neighborhood setting.
The Nixon administration tours the nation with a slide show arguing the tax system is not as unfair as critics claim. It cites federal figures on nontaxable Social Security, unemployment, welfare, and homeowners deductions to compare with so called loopholes. The administration maintains corporate taxes would not cover the deficit even if all loopholes were removed. It acknowledges abuses but warns against sweeping reform chasing untapped billions, noting U S tax burden remains high among industrialized nations.
Scientist Harold C. Urey urges Americans to stress the first syllable in kilometer to align with European usage as the metric system takes hold. He notes common mispronunciations like ki lo meter hinder accuracy and cites radar speed readings in kilometers per hour.
With a 6 percent unemployment rate and a 1.4 billion increase, Canada's 16.1 billion budget prioritizes job creation. Despite doubling jobs last year, erratic labor-force growth drives higher demand. The plan relies on record expenditures to spur employment.
The ruling Christian Democratic party in West Germany recovered to hold near 40 percent of parliament seats. It cannot rule alone and faces challenges from neo fascists who gained ground and communists who declined.
A literary collection presents two religious sayings by Micah 6 8 and Phillips Brooks. The message urges justice kindness and humility as pathways to personal virtue.
Jeffrey Hart warns that South Vietnam faces initial defeats against North Vietnamese and Soviet gear. He argues Nixon's cease fire offer and semi blockade unlikely alter the balance, as supplies and roads to Hanoi persist and McGovern's election could worsen the risk to U.S. interests.hart suggests, if correct, winding down the war and offering sanctuary to South Vietnamese refugees.
A reflective piece argues that small quarrels rarely end love as long as couples forgive and understand motives. It notes hurt can mask true feelings and warns against admitting justified hurt as a path to forgivability. It also contrasts consumer selling with education’s honest appeal to youth.
Q asks if steam is visible and the answer explains that steam cannot be seen because it is colorless.
The piece argues the Democrats in Congress have launched a high risk challenge to President Nixon in wartime. It warns that cutting off funds is a sham battle and that Senate action against Nixon’s Vietnam escalation may backfire on the party and the nation.
The Sooner Cynic notes Humphrey supporters aim to save the Democratic Party from McGovernment. The Oklahoma Education Assn. warns against firing teachers prematurely. Henry Bellman predicts a Nixon landslide while Bellmon expects Kennedy as the Democratic nominee, implying sharp reactions if incorrect.
A brief look back across decades notes 31,800 residents receiving the first of three oral polio vaccines in Cotton Comanche County in week two. Also mentioned are local club meetings, a legal career start in Lawton, Army commissions at West Point, Will Rogers Jr’s Army choice, and visits by B L McCrary of Dallas.
The article notes that San Francisco's Chinatown, home to about 70 000 residents, is the largest Chinese community outside Asia. The piece emphasizes its size and cultural significance within the city.
Daily horoscope for Wednesday May 17 1972 lists personalities by sign with cautions and guidance. It notes Aries to Pisces traits and advises practical, calm action, planning, and self control to meet daily challenges.
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