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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1972
Page
8
Partial OCR reads a local newspaper masthead with publisher Ned Shepler and contact numbers for The Lawton Constitution, noting 1919 1967 era and Associated Press affiliation with correction policy statements.
Washington columnist Vicente Villamin argues Giap could mirror Mendes France by forcing Nixon from office through a strong Vietnamization plan and a future settlement. He notes Nixon's 1954 and 1972 stances differ, complicating Giap's calculations and American policy.
Administration aides clash over the May 17 House Senate compromise moratorium on court busing orders. Some oppose as too weak, others favor claiming a presidential victory. House vote set for May 29 and talks touch on extra anti busing legislation. The piece also notes Agnew's Asia trip and potential shifts in Democratic delegate dynamics as the campaign season progresses.
Presidents of 11 major U S airlines press for uniformed federal security at gates and operating areas plus surveillance of airports and unattended aircraft. They argue a larger force is needed beyond 1 000 marshals to deter hijackings and extortion, urging Volpe to act quickly on a comprehensive program despite funding questions.
Acting director L Patrick Gray 3rd outlines plans to increase press access and public visibility while preserving Hoover era policing. He aims to tackle organized crime subversion and drug abuse, boosts recruitment of minorities, and emphasizes reforming the bureau’s public casework without changing its core mission.
France retaliates against Nixon 10 percent import levy prompting negative public reaction abroad and boosting domestic wine sales as buyers shift toward local offerings.
Soviet and American mapping experts held a Washington conference to resolve lunar charting problems. They discussed establishing a shared coordinate system to identify moon sites and improve cooperation between the two governments.
The piece discusses how children understand adoption, the seasonal pattern of shoplifting by grudges, and how a wife or husband can set the family mood. It notes children seek security from nonbiological parents and that holidays may raise shoplifting impulses. Conflicts arise when both partners feel strongly and refuse to yield.
In a reflective analysis the piece argues George Wallace's injuries may boost his influence at the Democratic National Convention. It notes the party faces a tough choice between left-wing opposition and Wallace's broad appeal to labor, GIs, and northern voters, complicating a Nixon challenge.
A 10 year ago note reports about 3000 shoppers at the Trade Mart grand opening causing a major traffic jam in the northwest city area. It also mentions community activities including Mrs. Bernice Fresiner guiding Baptist women in gown making for a hospital and several past community events and visits.
Al Terrill calls for a TV debate among U S Senate candidates in Oklahoma, predicting a large audience. The Sooner Cynic jokes a debate could draw more participants than viewers if scheduled between midnight and dawn. State education leaders fear Governor Hall may push schools to accept 1200 carries a day, and arthritis costs exceed 31 billion dollars annually in lost wages and medical expenses.
Forecasts for TAURUS GEMINI CANCER LEO VIRGO LIBRA SCORPIO SAGITTARIUS CAPRICORN AQUARIUS PISCES note favorable shifts and cautions. Readers are advised to avoid risky moves, focus on steady effort, and heed influential factors shaping outcomes today.
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