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Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Oct 28, 1947

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U S and Soviet clash over Korea in UN debate

In Lake Success, Russia urged a simultaneous U S Soviet pullout from Korea and invited Korean spokesmen to join debate on the territory s future. Dulles rejected the plan, insisting UN supervision of elections and an independent Korean government before withdrawal. Gromyko countered with a Jan 11 pullout, while blaming the U S for the deadlock. Italian treaty postponement also passed in committee, with Latin nations pushing to soften terms.

Dulles Assembly Andrei Gromyko United States Gromyko Korea George C. Marshall General Assembly Brazil Argentina

Farmers Wary Of Falling Hog Prices In Oklahoma City Market

Oklahoma City, Oct. 28. Farmers crowded the livestock market with heavy hog shipments as bids fell about $1.50. Receipts topped 1,100, versus the 300 to 400 offered on recent Tuesdays. Observers cited declining wholesale pork prices in eastern markets. Pork loin futures fell to $8-$9 in New York and to about $7 in Chicago.

Oklahoma City New York Chicago

Congress Asked To Study Overtime Pay Provisions

The U S Chamber of Commerce urged Congress to consider eliminating the overtime provisions of the wage hour act that require time and a half pay for any work over 40 hours in a week.

Congress Washington U. S. Chamber of Commerce

Two Local Men Named to Oklahoma Food Conservation Board

Milton Keating secretary of Lawton Chamber of Commerce and John Taylor of Mountain View Farm Bureau were named by Gov. Roy J. Turner to Oklahoma's 58 member food conservation committee. The panel includes Governor, U.S. Sen. Elmer Thomas, and Rep. Mike Monroney. Dr. John W. Raley of Oklahoma Baptist University will chair. Keating plans to attend the initial session in Oklahoma City tomorrow as a state chambers of commerce representative.

Milton Keating Lawton Chamber of Commerce John Taylor Moauntain View Farm Bureau Roy J. Turner Oklahoma Food Conservation Committee Oklahoma City Kovernay U.S Elmer Thomas Mike Monronay John W. Raley Shawnee Oklahoma Baptist University Keating Capital State Chambers of Commerce

Retirement Is Tough Job for Comanche County Oldtimer

Thomas J. Holman, a Comanche County pioneer with 44 years at Dolese Brothers near Lawton, retires at 70 and plans to take it easy. A Swedish native who began as a blacksmith, he moved to the U.S. in search of opportunity, married in 1908, and spent much of his career at the Dolese plant, with family ties in Lawton and Ardmore. He has filed for Social Security as retirement begins.

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Churchill Raps Labor Regime in UK Parliament

Winston Churchill urged Labour Prime Minister Attlee to remove price controls and abandon socialist planning, aligning with the United States to spur economic recovery. He warned that nationalization of key industries weakens Britain in crisis and warned of a "dark and narrowing tunnel" if policy continues.

London Winston Churchill United States Churchill Attlee

Solon Reveals Trieste Fighting Update

Representative Marion T. Bennett of Missouri says ed?n soldiers were wounded by Communists in the Trieste area, amid tensions after Yugoslav moves into Italian territory. He asserts Allied military deaths have occurred and cites ongoing armed aggression in Europe. Page Two.

Washington Ost Marion T. Bennet R-Mo Thornache Europe

Second Film Writer Faces Contempt Charges in Congress

Washington October 23. Witnesses testified at a congressional hearing on Communist influence in Hollywood. A second witness faced contempt charges as the committee pressed questions about alleged attempts to take unions and capsize labor groups. Trumbo, a noted screenwriter, refused to answer whether he was a Communist, while attorney counsel advised. Another writer, Lawson, was charged with related conduct as the inquiry continued.

Washington CUP Holtswood Congress Reds Trimbo Daitor Lezed Ameean Vetl Tle Trumbo Lawson Cohr Rowa M Committee

Hughes Hearings Will Focus On Contracts in October

In a continuing series, hearings target Ken Inge on over EL contracts with a witness list including Hughes, the West Coast magnate, and Alera. Legislators question $10,006,000 in eaves and airplate contracts as part of a broad inquiry into labor and political spending plus connections to the American Federation of Labor unions.

Hughes tIay Ken Inge Thy Wenate Wi Estillate Committee Ali West Coast Millionare Alera Deelene Ohn Meyer Manufaeriers Tren

Right NABOR in 1947 Sin and Times Co

A compact note recalls NABOR’s stance in 1947 relating to the Sin and Times Co, highlighting archival context and surviving references from the era. The item points to organizational activity and media coverage without sensational detail.

Sin and Times Co

Ramadier Warns Of Civil War In France

Paris reports Premier Paul Ramadier warning that a divided France risks civil war and ruin. He challenged Gen. Charles de Gaulle as an enemy of the republic. In an extraordinary session the assembly debated backing Ramadier’s coalition and moving to appoint a new government. He urged rapid unity amid feared upheaval in Europe.

Paris France Paul Ramadier Charles de Gaulle Joan of Arc National Assembly Ramader Insheurat de Guaile de Gaulle Cnmbliz Europe U.S Seys

Agreement Reached on Bus Firm Rate Contract

A formal agreement was reached between a bus firm and authorities to implement a new rate contract. The document indicates the city will see reduced fares and a two year term with adjustments for coal and wheel costs. Officials note the measure aims to ease transportation costs for residents.

Fort Silo Bus Co Wal Tees Fire City

Final Preparations For Big Offensive

In a tense lead up to a major action, preparations underway signal a significant confrontation. Military planners coordinate units and resources, while officials urge readiness amid heightened security. The report notes strategic moves and expected timelines as forces brace for impact.

Damage Set At 300000 After Woodward Gas Explosion

A gas stove explosion in Woodward Oklahoma sparked a major fire that razed seven Main Street businesses. Ninety seven residents were fatally injured and 450 injured overall as firefighters from nine cities aided, with Oklahoma City dispatching units. The blast originated in a shoe store and a second blast spread flames toward the mayor's department store, caused by suspected gas leak.

Woodward Okla Texas-Oklahoma Endesa Oklahoma City United Ted Nawkanl George Trego Trego Warin

Woodward Fire Injures Several In Downtown Blaze

Names of injured include John Laubhan H G Butler Jr Boyd Blacktop Willard Guthrie Jim Watson Goff Mia George Trego Kenneth McCollum. Red Cross units mobilized to aid victims as relief efforts begin. Low water pressure hampered initial containment while outside crews arrived. fire swept eastward toward the Penney building before being stopped.

Woodward Oklo John Laubhan H. G. Butler Boyd Blacktop Willard Guthrie Jim Watson G. Ly, Goff Mia George Trego Kenneth McCollum Aterm Fra E. H. Smith Woodward Daily Press Tesnedo

Cub-Pilots Start Most Dangerous Part Of Trip

Tokyo Oct 28. The globe weary Cub pilots George Trum of Los Angeles and Clifford Evans of Washington DC began the perilous leg of their flight from Nemuro to the Aleutians. Takeoff at 8 07 Pacific from the northern route aimed toward Shemya about 1500 miles distant as two Far Eastern Air Force flights escorted them.

TOKYQ the Globe George Truman Los Angeles Clifford Evans Washington, D. C Nemuro Aleutians Holt Thaler Shemya Far Eastern Air Force

Plans to keep city service centers open for Fort Sill soldiers

Local leaders plan a November meeting to form a joint board to run the Fourth and B and NA 4 BC USO centers after USC dissolved. Officials aim to keep Negro and white soldiers served, with possible transfer of buildings to the Department of National Defense or city operation funded locally. The effort emphasizes continued character building and racial harmony.

Lawton Fort Sill USC 4G Board of Management Fourth Arlington Ines Ix Department of National Defense

Patton Blames Monty for War Slowdown Across Rhine

Philadelphia report reveals Gen George Patton Jr blamed Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery for stalling the Third Army’s Rhine crossing in 1945. He cited diary passages alleging Montgomery diverted fuel and munitions, hindered advances, and stalled tactics that might have shortened the war and saved lives.

Philadelphia George, Patton, Jr Third Army Rhine Patton Miritich Bernard Pontgomty Hia Mov Saturday Evening Post Montgomery Eisenhower

Rent Controls In Lawton Area Continue

Rent controls in Lawton and Comanche County are likely to be extended beyond the current expiration. The advisory board met Monday and drafted a recommendation to continue the Lawton defense rent control at least until early next year. J D Sanders will forward the recommendation to Frank Creedon, housing expeditor in Washington, for final action.

Lawton Comanche County Pres Wren J. D. Sanders Frank ‘Fl Creedon Washington Offichala

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