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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1977
Page
4
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Rhodesia's capital Salisbury awaits reaction to Kaunda remarks as a Rhodesian spokesman says Zambian leader's statements are under study and a formal statement could follow. Kaunda, seen as a moderate, suggests he may not attend next month's London conference to remain in Zambia as commander-in-chief of the armed forces.
Severe weather in Stephens County and nearby areas caused extensive damage this year. The Velma Alma region saw homes destroyed with losses estimated between 150 000 and 200 000 dollars. Four funnel sightings were confirmed across South Central Oklahoma along with heavy rainfall. Pauls Valley floodwaters entered downtown stores while SH 29 near Elmore City to Wynnewood flooded. A washed out bridge near Lindsay and a power loss in Bridwell Corners were reported.
A 16 year old named Terri Lapinski described a power outage that briefly cut school time by a half hour and forced students to return to class, calling the disruption a bummer.
Dr. Guy Logsdon cautions that another Dust Bowl could recur if land mismanagement and greed persist, warning Oklahoma's small farmers faced1960s-era polices and noting only seven counties were truly affected. He cites Woody Guthrie links, Okie image origins, and a 1970s drought pattern, with panelists Dr. Robert Quinten and Dr. Ralph Blodgett adding context.
This guide advises gradual conditioning for dogs and cats to car travel and carriers, with tips on avoiding heat risks, safe confinement, and preparing for long trips. It covers travel by bus plane or car, health certificates for international trips, rabies boosters, heartworm prevention, and practical carrier features. It cautions against unsafe behaviors and stresses keeping pets comfortable for safer rides.
Energy Minnesota through West Virginia states, governors and U S senators back a multi state energy congress. Former Apollo astronaut Gene Cernan will speak on Energy Urgencies while caucuses discuss state energy updates and on site operations are toured.
Sheriff hearing set for next Monday at 11 a.m. to decide how to spend $114000 in revenue sharing funds. Rogers hopes to secure public support to fund his department through May and June, warning burglaries will rise if patrols are cut further amid a 13 percent rural crime increase last year.
Shelby Ryder of Cache is named southern region representative of the National Collegiate Program Development Council of DECA. A Central State University senior majoring in distributive education, Ryder is honored for this leadership role.
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