Trooper Survives Shootout On I 35 Near Norman
Oklahoma Highway Patrol trooper Bill Willines faced an armed motorist on Interstate 35 near Norman. The suspect fired while fleeing at 85 mph. Willines returned fire, injuring the man. The car, stolen from an Oklahoma City lot, was abandoned later in Del City with blood in the front seat as officers searched the area.
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Oklahoma
HighWay Patrol
Bill Willines
Interstate 35
Willines
del City
Oklahoma City
Nixon Urges One Third of Jobs for Veterans
President Nixon presses a jobs program with a target to assign one third of openings to veterans from the Vietnam conflict. He notes a $1 billion initial allocation for the current fiscal year and plans for $15 billion the next year. He spent Sunday at his Florida retreat and will attend $50 plate fundraisers in New York and Chicago Tuesday.
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Florida
New York
Chicago
Tulsa memorial bands light up 3:30 show and drill team
About 150 to 200 twirlers take part in 60 events plus a 6 p.m. drill team performance from Sheppard Air Force Base Wichita Falls Texas. High school bands perform in 15 minute intervals starting 2:45 p.m.
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Tulsa Memorial
Sheppard Air Force Base
Wichita Falls
Tex
Secretary forecasts Vietnam turnover as Vietnamese take responsibilities
The official stated that the administration’s Vietnam policy has shifted from American takeover to turnover and that the program is progressing while the Vietnamese accept duties. He added that South Vietnam may not win every battle but now holds a stronger military position than at the start of the program.
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Funeral for Popular Sunrise Postpones School Activities
The school will be excused from class to attend the funeral for Sunrise described as very popular. Sunrise was a two way starter for the football squad at offensive tackle and linebacker. Services are pending.
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Sunrise
First Chinchillas Imported Sparked U S Fur Industry
In 1923 seven male and four female chinchillas were brought to the United States, initiating a new fur industry and setting the stage for commercial breeding and export.
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United States
Diplomats Prepare for Chinese Delegation Arrival in New York
Kao said his group will handle arrangements for a 10 member delegation arriving later with five representatives and five alternates led by Deputy Foreign Minister Chiao Kuan-hua. Huang Hua reports a replacement ambassador to Ottawa and possible Paris trip to join the group. The General Assembly awaits China since Oct 25 and debates on disarmament and South West Africa involve the Security Council and South Africa contacts.
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Soviet Union
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U.N
South Africa
South-West Africa
Public Records Reports Of Burglary And Theft Across City
Public records list multiple incidents reported to city police including burglaries thefts and losses. Names addresses and items stolen or damaged are noted with estimated losses and locations such as residences streets and establishments.
Fire Reports List From Morning Incidents
A sequence of brief fire calls shows a car fire at an unknown location, a house fire at 1609 Gore causing minor damage, and a later gross fire at 38th and J.
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Gore
Nixon to withdraw main ground forces from Vietnam next year
The report outlines expected White House steps including ending ground combat by early next year. It notes the 101st Airborne and 24th Corps to depart, leaving a transitional force near 40,000 with air, artillery, logistics and advisers. 7th Fleet and Thailand forces to remain.
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Stock Market Dips Amid Slow Trading On Phase 2 Rulings Anticipated
The Dow Jones tumbled 3.28 to 837.11 as traders stayed on the sidelines awaiting guidance from upcoming Phase 2 Pay Board and Price Commission decisions. Oils fell while most sectors were mixed in a cautious New York session with heavy oil and farm price details from Oklahoma City and state markets.
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New York Stock Exchange
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Students Compete In Speech Meet At Northwestern State College
Thirty three students from Eisenhower High and Lawton High attended a two day speech tournament at Northwestern State College in Alva. They left Friday morning to compete in debate and individual events with sponsors Sandra Martin of Eisenhower High Susan Pierce and Pam Cornelison of Lawton High. Placings included Randy Desrochers Eisenhower High third in humorous interpretation Anna Cantu Lawton High third in dramatic interpretation Mike Jones and Michele Goodwin Lawton High third in humorous duet.
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Lawton High
Northwestern State College
Alva
Sandra Martin
Susan Pierce
Pam Cornelison
Randy Desrochers
Anna Cantu
Mike Jones
Michele Goodwin
Visiting General von Hinckeldey Tours Fort Sill
Maj. Gen. Heinz von Hinckeldey chief of staff for the Northern Army Group in Germany is scheduled to meet representatives from Field Artillery School departments at Fort Sill for briefings. He will visit the Target Acquisition Department and meet Lt. Col. Paul H. Sachse before touring the Hall of Flags and Fort Sill Museum. He then departs for Dallas, Texas Tuesday morning.
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Paul H. Sachse
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Tex
Warmer Readings Forecast in Lawton and Southwest Oklahoma
Forecast calls for slightly warmer readings in Lawton and Southwest Oklahoma through Tuesday with cloudy to partly cloudy skies. Highs today near the upper 50s rising to the lower 60s Tuesday. lows upper 30s. Sunday’s high 55 and low 30.
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Lawton
Oklahoma
Roy Meaning Red-Haired Gaelic Name
The Gaelic given name Roy signifies red hair and is used to denote a person with that feature. The term appears in etymological references noting its cultural association with hair color within Gaelic traditions.
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Prayer language in amendment faces fight over nondenominational term
Debates over a constitutional amendment limit on prayer in public buildings hinge on the word nondenominational. Opponents warn a non denominational prayer dilutes faith while supporters resist changes to avoid floor votes. Historic rulings in 1962 and 1963 struck down official state prayers in schools.
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Supreme Court
New York State
Hugo L. Black
Pennsylvania
Baltimore
Technicolor fall color pairs brighten outfits
Color contrasts like rust with blue black with white and purple with green add visual interest to fall ensembles. The bold palettes promise heightened attention and style impact for seasonal wardrobes.
Harris Calls Big Business Driving Small Farmers Off Farm
Sen. Fred Harris says government aid to agri business pushes the small farmer out. He cites 2000 farms folding weekly over 30 years and notes subsidies favor top earners while corporate land and labor control grows. He plans a bill enforcing a 1902 irrigation cap.
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San Francisco
Fred Harris
D-Okla
The
Post
America
Harris
San Joaquin Valley
Capital Youth Shot Wounded In Police Chase
An 18 year old, Donald Reeves, was shot in the arm by police during a pursuit outside an eastside bar in Oklahoma City. He was treated for a minor wound and jailed for investigation of assault with a deadly weapon and throwing bottles at officers. Both officers were relieved of duty pending inquiry.
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Oklahoma City
Donald Reeves
Reeves
Byron Awakens Noted Fame After Childe Harold
The poet Lord Byron recalls waking to fame following the publication of Childe Harold's Pilgrimage. He describes the moment as his public recognition began, tying the acclaim directly to that work.
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Lord Byron
Childe
Harold
Equator Experiences Equal Day and Night Length
Scientific note explains that all points along the equator have roughly twelve hours of daylight and twelve hours of darkness, due to the Sun’s path and Earth's rotation. The phenomenon holds year round with minor seasonal variation near the poles not affecting the equator.
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