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Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Oct 24, 1955

Page

7

Police Press Hunt For Killers Of Three Boys

Chicago police intensified the search for the slayers of three schoolboys as father of 14 year old Robert Peterson joined efforts to gather tips. Malcolm Peterson, with bus officials, urged drivers and passengers to report clues as investigators push a sprawling case. The three youths were found battered in Robinson Woods after a late Sunday sighting, and authorities have yet to seize a breakthrough amid a massive canvass and questioning of dozens. Rewards rose to 6700 dollars with a Ga woman adding 1000 and Mayor Carey seeking 10000 more from the council.

Chicago Malcolm Peterson Robert Peterson Peterson John Schuessler Anton Robinson Woods Jefferson Park Jack McKinney Chicago Detective Bureau J.H. Lopez Cedartown Richard J. Carey

Eisenhower Receives Quick Economic Briefing at Hospital

President Eisenhower, recovering from heart attack at Fitzsimons Army Hospital, summoned top economic advisers Dr. Gabriel Hauge and Dr. Arthur Burns for a briefing on the national economy and stock market. He stood briefly on scales, losing four pounds, and weighs 172 1/2 pounds. The medical bulletin noted progress and a cheerful mood despite missing a planned sun terrace outing due to snow.

Denver Eisenhower Fitzsimons Army Hospital Gabriel Hauge Arthur F. Burns Council of Economic Advisers Washington

UN Marks 10th Anniversary With Global Celebrations

The United Nations marked its tenth anniversary with world celebrations and a gala concert in the General Assembly hall featuring Emil Gilels New York Philharmonic and Leonard Bernstein. Jose Maza of Chile led UN Assembly remarks while leaders like Henry Cabot Lodge Jr. and Harold E. Stassen spoke on the UN as a force for peace. Allegations of anti UN sentiment surfaced in London Falafel Square as a flag was torn down by League of Empire Loyalists.

United Nations N. Y General Assembly Hall Emil Gilels Soviet Union New York Philharmonic Symphony William Walton Leonard Bernstein Schola Cantorum New York Henry Cabot Lodge Jr U. S International Organization Harold E. Stassen Eisenhower Cathedral of St. John the Divine United States Pusan America Far East Indian Information Bureau New Delhi India World Forum UN Assembly Jose Maza Chile Gamal Abdel Nasser Egypt Liberia Japan Sweden Manila London Trafalgar Square League of Empire Loyalists

Sharp Clashes Over Germany Dominate East West Talks

Geneva negotiations between Western spokesmen and Molotov edge toward confrontation over German reunification and European security. Dulles Macmillan and Pinay push for West Germany unity and NATO links, while Molotov argues for an all European security system and delays German unification. Russia aims to preserve East Germany and resist Western alliance.

John M. Hightower Geneva Molotov Germany Eisenhower Bulganin Eden Faure Russia U.S Dulles Macmillan Pinay West East Germany Europe Bulgania West Germany NATO

Cub Pack 73 Reorganized Under Coleman Hogue Chair

Coleman O Hogue of 1418 Smith named cubmaster for Cub Pack 73 sponsored by Jefferson School PTA. New Scouting committee includes Sfc Donald L McCorkell Sr, Sfc Glen H Spaulding Jr, I B Manis, David Corley, and Lt John J Bilon. Den mothers named. Pack meets third Friday monthly with planning committee meeting first Friday. John C Elkins and Mrs Jack Knight assist.

Coleman O. Hogue Smith Jefferson School PTA Sfc Donald L. McCorkell Sr N. 17Th Glen H. Spaulding Jr Bessie I. B. Manis Lincoln David Corley John J. Bilon Geraldine Lin John C. Elkins Jack Knight

Centenary Church Revival Led by Dr Leland Clegg

Centenary Methodist Church to host a revival from November 27 to December 4 conducted by Dr Leland Clegg superintendent of the Oklahoma City district of Methodist churches. Eighteen new captains appointed for each of six nights to fill pews, with twelve people sent according to Bill Sieg committee chairman.

Leland Clegg Oklahoma City

Margaret May Reveals Decision On Royal Romance

London reporters expect Princess Margaret to publicly decide within 48 hours on marrying Peter Townsend. She prayed at Windsor and discussed her future with Queen Elizabeth as Parliament prepares to debate possible changes to the Royal Marriage Act of 1772.

Margaret London Peter Townsend Windsor Castle Royal Chapel Queen Elizabeth Marcus Lipton Eden

State Grange Opens Convention in Enid Oklahoma

The Oklahoma Grange opens its 40th annual convention in Enid with about 250 delegates expected. The event closes Thursday with officer elections and committee reports. Dr. Eugene S. Briggs of Phillips University is the principal speaker Tuesday, followed by Roy Bender of Enid on Wednesday.

Enid Okla Oklahoma Grange Eugene S. Briggs Phillips University Roy Bender Farmer’s Cooperative Grain Dealers Association of Oklahoma

500 Block Euclid 5-Room Home with Adjacent Rental

The McKee Co advertises a near city block property at 500 Euclid with a five room house and a small rental on the rear of the lot. The deal asks a total price of 8 975 dollars. Call 432 for details.

the McKee CO. Pho

Forty-Four Lawton Girls to Be Initiated in Tri-Hi-Y Rites

Forty four Lawton high school girls will be initiated tonight by Tri-Hi-Y officers. The ceremony is set for 8 15 p m at the First Presbyterian church with parents invited to attend. Names of initiates include Nana Amis Sandra Austin Barbara Benge Judy Bledsoe Karen Bridel Beverly Bryant Marilyn Busby Beth Clark Beverly Clemmer Tip Cockrell Linda Cooter Barbara Cunningham Roberta De Wolf Ellen Ewing Jehren Fried man Joan Godlove Jan Griffin Sue Grimes Sally Hagerton Sherry Harper Frankie Ingraham Genda Kensey Myrna Langley Eugenia Matthew Judy Matthew Janet Mussen Lyntha Nicklas Pat Ohl Barbara Patton Pat Payne Barbara Pennington Beverly Pominger Liz Reising Ethel Schmehling Chlorica Stephens Gloria Stevens Glennelle Stinson Kay Stowe Marilyn Van Eaton Sylvia Wigington Trellus Wilson Catherine Witzel Sarah Wright.

Nana Amis Sandra Austin Barbara Benge Judy Bledsoe Karen Bridel Beverly Bryant Marilyn Busby Beth Clark Beverly Clemmer Tip Cockrell Linda Cooter Barbara Cunningham Roberta de Wolf Ellen Ewing Jehren Friedman Joan Godlove Jan Griffin Sue Grimes Sally Hagerton Frederick Hammond Sherry Harper Frankie Ingraham Genda Kensey Myrna Langley Eugenia Matthew Judy Matthew Janet Mussen

Author James Michener Marries Mari Sabusawa

Chicago author James Michener, 48, who writes on East West understanding, wed Mari Sabusawa, 35, American born with Japanese ancestry, in a ceremony at the University of Chicago chapel. The Rev. Jitsuo Morikawa officiated. Mrs. Michener is an American Library Association Bulletin editor from Las Animas, Colorado. The couple plans a world honeymoon, first to Australia.

Chicago James Michener Mari Sabusawa Jitsuo Morikawa First Baptist Church of Chicago Graham Taylor University of Chicago Michener Las Animas Colo American Library Assn. Bulletin South Pacific Australia

Population declines for Oklahoma since 1950 census

Oklahoma's total estimated population fell 2.7 percent from 2,233,351 in April 1950 to 2,174,000 on July 1, 1954. Civilians dropped 3.6 percent from 2,218,000 in 1958 to 2,138,000 in 1954, due to 198,000 migrants, 84,000 deaths, and 220,000 births offsetting the loss. The nationwide population rose 7 percent to 161,183,000.

Washington Oklahoma Bureau of the Census Bureau United States Census Bureau

Farm Income Down Costs Stay High

Farm income fell 4 percent in the first nine months of 1955 while costs remained steady. Receipts totaled 19.7 billion from a near identical volume of farm products as 1954, with livestock and dairy patterns dipping modestly and hog prices dropping sharply by 29 percent.

Washington Agriculture Department Department

Decision Expected Soon On Negro Merger

Oklahoma City report says a verdict on whether the Oklahoma Association of Negro Teachers will merge with the Oklahoma Education Association is expected this week. F D Moon notes the issue is top priority at the annual meeting while the OEA holds its convention. The Negro group must also decide whether to stay with its athletic association or join the Oklahoma High School Athletic Association system now open to Negro schools.

OEA Oklahoma City Oklahoma Association of Negro Teachers Oklahoma Education Association F. D. Moon Municipal Auditorium Negro Teachers’ Group Oklahoma

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