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Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Nov 20, 1973

Page

6

Lawton constitution masthead and policy notice

The Lawton Constitution lists staff roles and contact details including publisher Ned Shepler editor Shirley Bentley and other management, with a note on Associated Press use and advertising payment policy. It also states corrections will be made if false statements are brought to management.

Impeachment and Nixon Trial Debate Over Public Confidence

The piece argues impeachment would clarify legality and rebalance public trust, contrasting impeachment with policy disputes. It cites Roosevelt and British legal history, critiques Washington columnists, and warns a modern impeachment trial would be lengthy and complex under evolving constitutional rules.

Nixon Must Come Clean Or Lose GOP Backing Says Ray

Gov. Robert D. Ray of Iowa told President Nixon to reveal all facts of Watergate, warning that party leaders may abandon him if he hides the truth. The GOP Governor group urged full disclosure as Gallup shows rising removal talk and continued doubts within the party.

Washington Nixon Samuel Johnson Robert D. Ray Iowa Ray Towa White House Republican Coordinating Committee GOP House Sen William Brock Tennessee Brock Illinois Chuck Percy Congress Gallup

Nixon’s perilous presidency and feared constitutional crisis

Nixon warned Republicans that cutting executive power risks American defeat abroad and a weakened nation. He cited past overrules, possible voting fraud in Texas and Illinois, and a need to avoid constitutional upheaval. He warned of relying on nuclear arms if forced to face a crisis and considered televised questioning and Ervin Baker meetings to regain public trust.

Nixon Congress America United States Soviet Union John F. Kennedy Texas Ilinois U.S Mediterranean Southeast Asia Sam J. Ervin Howard Baker

Ford seen as acceptable despite opposition in Senate hearing

The Senate Judiciary Committee hearings on Gerald Ford for Vice President drew critics led by Joseph L. Rauh Jr and Rep Bella Abzug who urged deferral or impeachment talks. Supporters argued Ford is essential for government function amid bipartisan backing and a flood of letters and ads from pressure groups. A Bethlehem Steel official warned steel shortages could worsen, signaling higher prices for cars and steel products.

Washington Lippmanns Krocks Mowrers Roberts Senate Andrew Johnson Senate Judiciary Committee House Gerald R. Ford House Judiciary Committee Joseph L. Rauh Jr Americans For Democratic Action Group Ford Bella S. Abzug Nixon Mark O. Hatfield Lyndon B. Johnson Gerald Ford Congress Johnson Bethlehem Steel

Thoughts For Today From Joel’s prophecy

The passage notes the Lord’s jealousy for his land and pity for his people. It speaks of divine restoration with grain, wine, and oil, promising satisfaction and removal of reproach among the nations. The text emphasizes mercy and provision during hardship.

Comanche County Rural Benduress Speaker Meeting

Mrs Willetta Scheffler serves as program chairman for a Lawton Chapter Na Association meeting. Mrs Mildred Togsdon retires after 28 years as a Southwestern Bell operator. Mrs J D Fowler joins Salon No 135. Dexter Bruton visits Lawton with his parents in lawton. Tim Swett graduates from George Washington University. Turnips drop from seven to five cents per bunch.

Willetta Scheffler Comanche County Lawton Nai Association Mildred Togsdon Southwestern Bell Telephone Co Dexter Bruton Navy D. E. Bruton Tim Swett George Washington University Washington, D.C

Mirror of the Mind on Love, Wariness, and Busy Lives

A reflective piece discusses how husbands profess love yet long for time apart with male friends and leisure activities. It notes children sense parental rejection and react as brats, while some adults refuse idleness, needing constant activity. The tone blends psychology and everyday behavior with humorous caution.

Mondale Lacks Momentum With Liberal Audience

William F Buckley Jr notes Walter Mondale fails to move a liberal New Leader audience including Daniel Bell as Mondale dodges questions on foreign policy and domestic reform. The piece recalls anti Communist left in the 30s and 40s and mocks Mondale’s appeal to Social Democrats.

Walter Mondale New York Sol Levitas Buckingham Palace Senator Mondale Daniel Bell New York Times The United States John Gardner Common Cause New Hampshire Scotty Reston Mondale

Oklahoma Drivers Favor Slower Roads and Speed Limit Debate

Oklahoma motorists show willingness to slow down while asking for shorter highways. A GOP question wonders if Gov Hall will curb his bid for re election by returning to 50 mph. A new slogan on turnpikes urges slow driving as chickens react to daylight saving changes.

Oklahoma

Postal Service to be run by presidentially appointed board

The service will be directed by a nine man board of governors chosen by the president. The board would then appoint a postmaster general. The first recipient of the Distinguished Flying Cross was Charles A. Lindbergh for extraordinary achievement in flight.

Charles A. Lindbergh

Horoscope for Wednesday November 21 1973

The horoscope lists sun signs with advice on competition, planning, and personal relationships. Aries through Pisces receive guidance on decision making, initiative, and openness to others, noting strengths for handling big tasks and creative pursuits. It mentions François Voltaire and Stan Musial among notable birthdates.

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Third End A Avenue Okignome Ned Shepler Bill F. Bentley Shirley Shepler Bentley May B. Shepler Donald S. Bentley Stephen F. Bentley Ted Ralston Wm. H. Sullivan W. D. Hargraves Alfred Wallace Associated Press Republic Franklin D. Roosevelt Union Supreme Court FDR Kennedy Andrew Tully Ball President’s Court Yesteryears Constitution the Messiah J. D. Fowler John Conwell Dennis the Menace William F. Buckley Jr Rael Israel Jackson Salt IL Munich Lyndon Johnson Dr. Strangelove Midwest Geordie Taurus Leo Capricorn Francois Voltaire Desire Cardinal Mercier Stan Musiel
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