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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1972
Page
10
Ned Shepler served as publisher and editor at a regional newspaper, holding roles including president, secretary treasurer, managing editor, advertising director, circulation manager, and mechanical superintendent. He was a member of the Audit Bureau of Circulations during his tenure.
The piece frames a plant the flag effort by North Vietnam to seize towns south of the DMZ as a political move ahead of any cease-fire. It notes Nixon’s bombing and mining success, Giap’s weakened position, and new Politburo appointments emphasizing reconstruction over offense.
The two German states approve a traffic treaty allowing East Germans to visit West Germany under emergency rules, and West Germans to tour East Germany. Travel remains controlled with escape risks high while sovereign status remains disputed.
The Iowa Supreme Court ordered a four year old twin pair removed from their parents citing the mother's IQ of 47 and the father's 74. The eight judges found foster care offered more love and stability, and the children showed immediate happiness after placement.
A compact reflection notes Amos 9 14 on restoring Israel and rebuilding cities with vineyards gardens and fruit. It also invokes William Green urging labor and management unity to build produce prosper and defend security and world peace.
A guest-columnist condemns the Hanoi aligned escort group led by Cora Weiss and the Committee of Liaison for Families of Service Members Detained in North Vietnam. The piece accuses them of manipulating mail, delaying full freedom, and exploiting families to push a political message. It questions medical evacuation timing and argues releases serve Hanoi’s propaganda goals.
Washington commentary surveys the post election fault lines. It argues Nixon must seek national reconciliation despite McGovern’s rancor and suggests seeking a surrogate ally like Senator Phil Hart may help bridge a divided nation.
The eagle stands as a personification of bravery and courage across many cultures, symbolizing power and vision in mythic traditions. It embodies keen sight, swift action, and sovereign authority in diverse legends and rituals.
A reported attempt to throw Robert McNamara into the sea near Woods Hole and Martha’s Vineyard ended when McNamara subdued his assailant aboard the Islander. The incident sparked jurisdiction disputes before authorities deferred to Massachusetts, amid speculation and colorful, if unreliable, details.
Yesteryears Levi Presley announces an honor ceremony at halftime during the Douglass High School Lions versus Oklahoma City Capitol Hill game. Wayne Smith Kay Terrill and Ann Massad organize the Break fast Optimist and Opti-Mrs. party at Lake Quanah Parker community house. Mrs. Ross Crumby leads the Willing Workers Home Demonstration Club business session. Roy W. Jackson named vice president of the Cameron ROTC Club. Charles Meier elected chief of Whittier School Cub Scout Pack No. 9. Larry Swett visits from Spartan Aeronautical in Tulsa with his parents. Miss Margaret Knox enlists in the Women's Army. T. B. Vaughan elected president of the Ellen H. Richards Club.
Federal Judge Stephen Chandler questions Oklahoma liquor laws as possibly unconstitutional. A special commission aims to reduce 230 state agencies to 47, while The Sooner Cynic questions who inflated the agencies to 230.
The piece argues that parental approval is not mandatory for romance as long as the partner satisfies the chooser. It critiques neatness as potentially neurotic and notes a child telling dirty jokes may be seeking shock value and should not be punished.
Wednesday’s星 signs warn Aries to share credit and Taurus to watch pitfalls as Gemini stays upbeat. Cancer relies on self knowledge. Leo should balance effort with detail. Virgo stays resilient. Libra avoids impulsive changes. Scorpio requires temperamental insight. Sagittarius seeks top returns with steady procedure. Capricorn faces competition. Aquarius stays focused. Pisces aims for big success. Notable births tied to Adm. Richard E. Byrd Pablo Picasso Georges Bizet Johann Strauss.
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