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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1971
Page
6
A historical note lists Ned Shepler as Publisher and Editor in Lawton Oklahoma with roles including Vice President Managing Editor and Advertising Director. The piece also identifies the newspaper’s dial and notes the paper’s AP affiliation and standard correction policy for misstatements.
In a candid interview Senator Edward M. Kennedy argues Nixon could be unbeatable in 1972. He cites Nixon's Peking trip, Moscow talks, Middle East stability, and Phase 2 economic gains as sources of strength, plus Kennedy notes Nixon’s political skill. The piece suggests Kennedy’s own bid may be unlikely.
A Lima conference text by 22 Latin American nations asserts sovereignty over natural resources and condemns expropriation without compensation. It notes U.S. reliance on the Hickenlooper amendment to curb seizures and calls for noninterference in development while resisting external pressure. The nations warn against external methods limiting development.
A city editor requests a photographer for distant Mars event while the Mariner spacecraft is ordered to photograph Mars every hour for 12 hours. The mission needs to relay 76 million miles back to Earth. The text ends with a playful question about a robot union.
The British poet novelist and former MP Sir Alan P Herbert was praised by Sir Winston Churchill for a bold style in Parliament. He died recently at an advanced age after a career noted for colorful and gutsy oratory.
A collection of moral quotations contrasts folly and scoffing with adversity and prospering virtue. Proverbs warns against weakness in hardship while Schiller asserts genuine morality grows in the school of adversity.
The piece analyzes a faltering Far Left amid Kennedy and Jackson moves. It notes Edward Kennedy as the surviving rival with a strong machine and labor backing leaning toward him. It discusses Muskie’s wobbling support, Humphrey’s center stance, and possible Kennedy or Jackson ticket scenarios.
The Norman Transcript reports concern over the State Regents for Higher Education and Chancellor Dunlap as a widening gap appears between Regents and college administrators. Critics say the Plan for the 70s lacked broad consultation, risks accreditation, and could curb Cameron College’s two-year programs.
John Chamberlain argues Taiwan deserves UN membership as a legitimate state with 14 million people. He calls for a possible new entry with a wait-and-see stance, warns of veto by Maoist China, cites regional crises, and contends expanding recognition could revive a law-based UN. He questions the Charter’s enforcement and predicts upheaval if Taiwan is excluded.
Ten to thirty years back past notes record social gatherings at church homes and parties by civic groups. Mentions include Nella Dean Whitten and Mrs Emmett Reece hosting a pizza and prayer supper and Alford Hennessee leading the Women’s auxiliary to the Fraternal Order of Police planning a Christmas celebration.
A JFK signed quotation words asking what you can do for your country sold at auction for 11 000 dollars. The sale includes the famous line And so my fellow Americans. The document is a notable artifact of the Kennedy era.
The piece argues that argumentativeness is not instinctive but learned from encouragement and social contexts. It suggests loved ones may derail career goals for romance, and notes children’s play both mirrors and tests routine and creativity.
Mrs Clara Luper of Oklahoma City runs for U S senator to give women a voice. Vandals poured syrup over OU library files, forcing a new search method. Fred Harris struggles to revive his presidential bid after a weak fundraising episode.
Horoscope page for Thursday November 25 1971 offers daily guidance for all signs. It highlights new trends, prudent planning, and steady efforts, noting personal versatility and potential for success in business journalism law or arts as an avocation.
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