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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1963
Page
12
Wheat oats and hay values listed for Jarley Mile Prairie and Shell Carr markets. Grain prices for wheat oats and alfalfa prairie hay are given alongside cream eggs and hens. Heavy and light hens are noted among poultry items in the daily market sheet.
President Kennedy staged a Gaelic night at a state dinner for Irish Prime Minister Sean Lemass and Mrs Lemass. The event featured Air Force bagpipers in authentic kilts, Irish airs, and a warm informal atmosphere as Kennedy recalled his trip to Ireland.
Farmer William Wilson outfits 3000 sheep with jute sacking coats designed in Edinburgh to shield them from winter. Coats cost 70 cents each and, he says, keep sheep warm while making fleece thicker and softer after severe weather last year.
The Elks lodge in Lawton tears down the 1910 Key Robertson house at 1001 A to build a new lodge. Built by George D. Key, it was once a prestigious residence and postcard subject. Demolition expected within 120 days. several Robertson grandchildren still reside in Lawton.
Dallas Police Chief Jesse Curry said arrests during pregame festivities for the Oklahoma Texas game showed many trouble-makers were local adults, not students. He noted fans’ ages made them doubtful students and suggested locals exploited the situation to behave unlawfully.
Washington AP reports the Democratic National Committee will decide in late 1964 how to rebalance convention votes. Proposals include population based totals with bonuses for Kennedy era gains, plus a shift toward fewer overall delegates. The debate also covers a one person one vote standard vs current half vote system.
Oklahoma City AP report says a public hearing will be held on new water rights rules under the state Water Resources code to create a more workable system. The session aims to address ongoing questions about permits and usage.
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