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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1963
Page
1
Vatican Council fathers approve use of modern languages in weddings funerals baptisms and other sacraments, by 2193 to 19. They also rename extreme unction to the sacrament of the anointing of the sick and set votes on clergy and laity documents.
Allied officials say new convoys will move on Berlin West Germany routes to test Soviet intentions after a 61 man convoy clash over counting at checkpoints. A large 141 man convoy passed with no delay under an unwritten count rule, while East German propaganda targets Allied traffic in East Berlin.
The Associated Press reports London scenes show Queen Elizabeth returning from Scotland with two large black Labradors, while the royal Corgis travel with the entourage but ride separately to the palace in a carriage.
Maj. William Whiteside named commandant of the NCO Academy at Fort Sur. succeeds Maj. Douglas W. Blalock assigned to 11th Air Assault Division at Fort Benning. Whiteside, a Korea veteran, previously led the 6th Training Battalion and has served in Germany, Alaska, and Japan. He and wife Betty, a former figure skating champion, live at 1370 A Lester Rd Fort Sill with their two children.
At the Vatican Pope Paul VI met a Jewish group in private audience. He said we share a common Bible and God, while New York Rabbi Herbert A. Friedman noted that men of goodwill worldwide seek to find the roots of their brotherhood.
Services for Ernest Burcham age 62 who died Saturday were conducted at 10 a.m. in Elgin Baptist church with Rev. Joe Walker officiating. Burial followed in Elgin cemetery with Becker Funeral home in charge. Bearers were David Sinor Jim Bentley Elmer Johnson Charles Strange Billy Mansel and Don Strange. Masonic graveside rites were observed. Charley Eads acted as orator Wint Bible bearer and Charley Coffin served as secretary.
An AP report says a Press Institute will be held October 26-27 at the University of Oklahoma Center for Continuing Education. Clinics cover advertising circulation and news with a single attendance option to reduce costs. New speakers include Keith Fuller of AP Newsfeatures and Lyle Wilson of United Press International.
Two inmates, Sam Kellog 25 of Little Rock Arkansas and Raymond Fountain 37 of Ada Oklahoma, escaped Johnston County jail by chipping mortar with a beer can opener and spoon to remove bricks beneath their cell bars. Kellog faced a 10 year sentence after pleading guilty to burglary, while Fountain, a suspect in bad checks, was slated for transfer to Central State Griffin Memorial Hospital in Norman. Sheriff Kenneth Reubin reported the method and targets used in the break.
Detective Capt. Cleo Stout asks the public to report sighted cement mixers after one was stolen from 3812 Cherry. Victims include R. J. Sampley who valued the mixer at 465 dollars and others reporting thefts of a mirror, guitar, tire and wheel, attempted burglary at Southwest Abstract Co, and a broken window glass.
About 4 000 workers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the Y 12 plant walked off early today. The Nuclear Division of Union Carbide cited rejection of AELMRP settlement help and demanded a nine percent wage rise plus additional increases and hospital medical plan payments.
The article details family and ex-player reactions to Joe Don Looney’s dismissal from Oklahoma football after the Texas game. Corroborating claims allege team dissension and alleged coaching clashes, with Looney’s father criticizing method of dismissal and urging direct talks to resolve conflicting accounts.
Promote Bell-ans tablets to stop stomach gas in minutes with hot water at bedtime. Claims relief from excess stomach acid and no harmful drugs. Offers liberal free sample by mailing to Bell-ans Orangeburg NY.
The Lawton city council authorized buying a used traffic lane painting machine for 2300 dollars after demonstration. Officials noted its mobility will let the operator ride the vehicle. The body also discussed the Waurika reservoir effort and bid plans for a 154 foot metal boat and a 100 psi air compressor.
Thirteen boys and nineteen girls were born at Fort Sill U S Army Hospital during Oct 6 through 12. The list names new families by date, including parents ranks and spouses, with multiple entries each day.
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