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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1971
Page
4
PSC officials announce a new power plant to be built locally using natural gas as the primary fuel. They emphasize ecological cleanliness and reduced water use with gas turbines and advanced protective measures to minimize environmental impact.
The $310 million budget increases for common schools by about $20 million, higher education by around $10 million, and highways by $9–10 million. Oklahoma advances pari mutuel betting with county option. House supports fly-by-night company regulation and wrestling program funding for Central State University. fishing license fee increase debate continues. A PSC report notes growing electric load requiring 1973–74 capacity, with Wey’s $100 million unit and multiple generating stations boosting regional capacity and a 138-345 kv transmission network.
Forecast calls for sunny skies and temperatures near 90 with mid-90s by Wednesday. Southerly winds 10 to 20 mph and overnight lows in the mid to upper 50s. Monday peaked at 82 as readings trend upward through midweek.
Oliver Evans of Philadelphia invents the self propelled amphibious dredge in 1805, marking a milestone in early industrial engineering and naval engineering innovation.
Classified legal notice outlines exemptions for Fyvenines with specified days and prices including law and printing terms. Reads as a public notice in Lawton publications.
City actions approve an urban renewal authority agreement for administration of the Certified Area program and a mini bike trail project. A release of liability is granted to three firemen after a vehicle crash involving a city fire truck. A public hearing is set for June 15 on a Neighborhood Development Plan for the Model Cities D4 area. Additional items include amendments to demolition contracts, easement vacations, traffic light installations, sewer line projects, bids for water pipe fittings, and a land lease of about 50 acres for cattle grazing with a $16.50 monthly rent.
McSpadden voiced concern to college students as Hall eyes cuts to the Water Resources Board while Pollution Control funds rise plans to expand powers and office space. Rambo defended adjustments noting field staff savings and a broader reduction aimed at overall efficiency.
Police logged 39 arrests Monday night with 38 for curfew violations from 7 p m to 5 a m. Sniper fire occurred four times as guardsmen patrolled deserted areas. Mayor Robert Kirk Walker said the city was quieter, while a liquor and firearm sale ban and shop window displays were restricted after widespread disorder.
Area forecast calls for fair and warmer weather through Wednesday. High today near 80s. Tonight's low mid to upper 50s. High Wednesday in the mid 60s to 70s. Monday's high around 82.
4 H'ers Attending Roundup At OSU at Oklahoma State University Stillwater today through Saturday. Names listed include Jin Earlene Shriver Becky Cahn Susan Howell Kathy Howell Nancy Hill Clavia Simpson Vicki Bain Reginnia Leggett Connie Leggett Rhonda Elling Marvin Wyatt Monte Wyatt Steven Byrd Rudy Seymour David Turner Gail Turner Billy Brantly and Ron Musgrave.
A grenade exploded inside the camp injuring one Korean worker while two others were hurt by blasts outside the gate. A separate blast hit the mess hall with no injuries and a dud grenade was found outside. Last month a clash at a Korean bar left white soldiers and Korean waitresses injured, and fires and arrests followed.
Firemen sprayed water on a surging crowd near the burning barracks as windows were shattered by rocks. Spokesman Herb Prouty said the Saturday brawl between black and white servicemen evolved into racially charged fights, with several minor injuries reported and ongoing Sunday disturbances. Military police patrolled in combat dress with automatic weapons. civilian officers joined around 9 p.m. under a mutual aid pact.
Sen Harris testified at hearings urging a $36.308 million appropriation for Red River Valley projects spanning Texas Oklahoma Arkansas and Louisiana. The request exceeds the president's budget by $13.277 million to cover construction planning and studies. The Deep Red Run Coffin Creek watershed in Tillman County would be advanced with multiagency financing. The Soil Conservation Service plans to contribute $1.388 million over five years.
A catalog of palm flora notes sixteen species thriving in the United States. Researchers highlight diversity across climates from Florida to California. The finding underscores adaptable palms and regional variations in growth patterns.
Nelson defends a proposed amendment banning draftees from combat in Southeast Asia unless they volunteer. Stennis warns it would sap Army manpower and morale, risk withdrawal plans, and force higher draft calls. Humphrey presses for approval citing sacrifice of nonvolunteer youths.
The Association of the United States Army Southwest chapter will award honors totaling 490 dollars at a school ceremony. Young plans to enroll at Oklahoma State University this fall and has served as cadet battalion commander while at eron College. Both recipients earned varsity letters in sports.
Melvin Means a 38 year old Lawton resident received a kidney transplant at John Sealy Hospital Galveston Texas but the kidney was removed days later after a blood clot formed in an artery feeding the donated organ. His sister in law said surgery lasted about four hours Sunday evening and he is doing better than after the first transplant. Means father of five became ill in December 1969 and kidney failure led to dialysis before agreeing to try a transplant. He entered the hospital March 3 hoping for greater freedom.
Carl Albert, speaker of the U S House of Representatives, and three other 4 H alumni will receive the 4 H Alumni Recognition Award at the State Roundup at Oklahoma State University this week. Mrs Paul Jackson from Apache will also receive the award at Thursday’s banquet. The 50th annual Roundup began today and runs through Friday.
South Vietnamese losses include one dead and nine wounded. Intelligence indicates a North Vietnamese regiment tries to reestablish a base camp in wooded areas filled with booby traps. U S Army Engineers have leveled about 10 000 acres since April 1 to deny enemy hideouts. 171 North Vietnamese and Viet Cong killed. 11 Americans dead and over 100 wounded. East of the A Shau valley heavy combat yields 54 enemy killed in one hour. eight South Vietnamese soldiers wounded.
The Noon and Evening Optimist Clubs awarded two Lawton boys 75 scholarships to attend a Red Cross National Aquatic School at Southwestern State College Weatherford from June 3 to June 13. Mike Taylor and Pat Denney will study senior lifesaving standard first aid and water safety instruction to become Red Cross learn to swim instructors this summer. They are sons of CWO and Mrs Charles S Taylor 117 Rabbit and Mr and Mrs John Denney 823 NW 49th.
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