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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1957
Page
1
Armed Forces Day events underway in downtown Lowton feature a large parade and crowd, with Army units, artillery, missiles, and bands. Officials plan inspections, speakers including Maj. Gen de Shave, and a luncheon. several military and civic groups participate.
Rescue efforts to free Benny from a deep shaft near Manori visible under sand paralyzed workers as hydraulic pumps and a large suction rig failed to clear the shifting sand. Priests conducted rites as time ran out and officials warned of the grave danger of continued cave-ins.
A Segro service worker at Fort Sill was killed and two others injured in a collision near the base gate. Robert Kors, about 28, died from the crash while other victims, including a Fort Sill passenger and two troopers, suffered multiple injuries with one serious. The accident, under investigation, occurred while the northbound car and a Fort Sill vehicle collided near the city road.
Open house at the United States Army Artillery and Guided Missile Center Museum showcases weapons from 1670s to 1910s. Highlights include a bronze Spanish cannon from the early era, a Boxer Rebellion era Chinese mountain gun, Quanah Parker collection items, and a rarely displayed oil painting of General Randolph L. Marvey.
State lawmakers debate a measure to guarantee bond payment for the southwest toll road. Governor Ge pushes support while some legislators warn against forcing a vote. House actions have previously rejected similar bills, with critics calling the effort a smoke screen amid federal funding concerns.
The Oklahoma State Association of Lelio Carriers opens tonight with a pre convention mixer at 8 pm in the Geronimo room of Hotel Lawtonjan. About 250 delegates are expected for a three day event featuring an Armed Forces Day parade and demonstrations at Fort Sill with registration starting at 6 pm tomorrow in the Comanche Jean hotel.
A severe flood hit Dover Oklahoma along Turkey Creek and Canarran river. Residents evacuated as embankments broke and waters surged. Helicopter aid from Ft Sill assisted but many stayed to seek higher ground or used boats to reach safety.
Multiple L 19 and short takeoff helicopters from Post Field Welam and the 6th Transportation Command were dispatched to Gullirie Cimarron and Dover to lay telephone lines, assist engineers, and reach marooned residents. Crews include pilot CWO Jiu It Whittier and copilot CWO Adley Fouttrertene. Dover details list CWO Everell A. Bustin and CWO James Treadachy.
Governor Gary prepared to survey flood areas in western Oklahoma as rains and overflowing rivers threaten roads. Officials estimate highway damage will reach at least two million dollars, with crews awaiting dry conditions before repairs can begin.
Weather bulletin warns scattered severe thunderstorms moving across central and eastern Oklahoma. The system tracks from the northwest to southeast, with potential hail heavy rain and strong winds. The affected area includes the Red River region from Kandlott to Cline ton and Clinton Perry in the northeast, with further activity expected for several hours.
Tulsa fears the worst flood in city history as Arkansas River expected to crest 23 to 26 feet, far above 11 foot flood stage. Civil defense centers brace, sandbagging underway near Brookside and Garden City, with boats and food corners prepared for possible evacuations and city jail prisoners aiding flood efforts.
The Cimarron River and its tributaries flooded towns in southern and north central Oklahoma after extreme rainfall. Dover residents fled as water rose, Main Street in Coyle went under, and towns like Healdton Ardmore and Perkins faced rising crests. Rescue teams and agencies evacuated hundreds, with millions in damages and seven confirmed dead or missing. Weather warned of continued thunderstorms and further rises along the Cimarron watershed.
Oklahoma City dispatch notes state highways and bridges out or washed out by flood waters. Roads including SH 40 south of Perkins, US 81 south of Ryan, SH 30 north of Erick, US 7 and US 73 near multiple towns, SH 20 near Skiatook, and Cimarron River crossings at Crescent and other points are reported with several bridges washed out or approaches submerged. Detours posted around Blackwell and other affected routes.
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