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Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

May 27, 1975

Page

4

Eye-Catching Shell Collection Found During Cityan's Trips

Mrs. Carden details a lifelong shell hobby in Lawton Oklahoma describing finds on local beaches and storm aftercare. She notes Latin names, 38 U S shell clubs, rare imports, and Shell Oil history linked to shells. Her preference for living shells and imperfect specimens frames the hobby.

Africa Asia Pacific Islands Carden Oklahoma Col Lawton United States Shell Oil Company Shell Oil Shell San Diego DuPont

Kissinger outlines energy strategy and July 1 deadline

Kissinger argues against price fixing and urges IEA actions to boost energy development. He predicts reduced consumer oil dependence will pressure producers and envisions a July 1 deadline for an energy program. Ford to decide on nuclear fuel supply by that date to aid nuclear capacity expansion. A fall meeting of IEA leaders is proposed to advance joint energy R and D.

Lieved Kissinger U.S Shah Mohamed Reza Pahlevi Iran Asia Secretary of State IEA Ford Spe

Oil imports hold steady as trade shifts in spring

Trade data show four month average oil imports at 190.2 million barrels versus 190.7 million last year end. April exports fall in rice corn soybeans fats and oils, offset by wheat gains. Declines occur in iron and steel, imports of machinery, and several export categories amid softer production.

Waurika Flood Recedes After Dam Breach Threat

The Waurika area faced major flooding as half of the cofferdam failed raising fears of higher water. Lake Ellsworth and Lake Lawtonka levels declined with gates closed, while Red Cross aid continued for residents in Waurika and nearby Beaver and Cow Creeks.

Waurika Cotten McDonald Waurika Civil Defense Lawton Paul Brune Lake Ellsworth Brune Lawtonka Red Cross Jefferson County Fairgrounds Beaver Cow Creeks

Police Bargaining Proposal Seeks New Break Rules

The FOP bargaining committee filed a proposal to Thomson detailing coffee and lunch break rules. It limits breaks by location and unit type, allows some breaks only within certain districts, and caps numbers of units on break from each division at a time.

Hennessee FOP Thomson Ball Traffic

Oklahoma market report lists cattle hogs grains and produce prices

Oklahoma City AP markets show 5200 cattle and calves with varied value marks for utility, cutter, and slaughter stock. hogs not steady. US 1-2 36-90 lb at 530.25 68.50. State grain prices include wheat 2.99-3.60 per bushel. barley 2.20-2.40. Milo 4.26-4.80. soybeans 4.58-5.38 per bushel. Alfalfa hay from Chickasha 35-45 per ton and Pauls Valley 340-50. Broilers live 25, eggs large 49 per dozen.

Oklahoma Livestock Oklahoma City State Department of Agriculture Keyes Liberal Muskogee Perryton Afton Altus Clinton Rene Geary Ho- Pauls Valley Watenga Weatherford Yukon Temple Gulf Watonga Kingfisher Manchester Ponca City Milo Aston Banner Pauls Valley

Military readjustment pay outlined after forced officers' exits

The plan provides at least nine days notice to departing officers and accrued leave pay, but main compensation is readjustment pay for each individual ranging from 10 000 to 15 000 dollars. It is distributed as two months basic pay, with higher figures discussed as alternatives.

Councilmen Reject Push For Sales Tax Increase

Local officials vote against a proposed sales tax hike while considering funding for a city mass transit plan. Several council members criticize the move as a broader effort to fund budget needs, with funding eligibility debates continuing. The session also touches HUD requirements and a separate note on Captain Kam Kidd.

Ma Roberts Chenault Prince Adam Matthews Keith Haynes Donald Rust Harry Anderson Rex Givens Don van Meter Mrs. Roberts J. J. Pursley Department of Transportation HUD Federal Department Voluntary Action Center Matthews Housing Services

White Collar Crime Increase Risks U S

Washington reports a rising trend in white collar crime with bribery fraud and price fixing by bank officials landlords and politicians. FBI data show steep increases in fraud embezzlement and losses and officials urge education and tougher penalties to curb nonviolent economic crime.

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Foundry Industry Grows in West Des Plaines Area

AP reports the U S foundry industry expands in the Western States toward the West Coast. Charles E Fausel of the American Foundrymen's Society predicts within ten years U S casting needs may reach a large share, contrasting with current levels around 3.5 percent.

West Des Plaines U.S Charles E. Fausel Americanoundrymen's Society Fausel

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