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Newspaper

Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Sep 04, 1957

Page

2

FBI Conference Docketed At Hotel Lawtonian Sept 27

The FBI Oklahoma City office announces a September 27 conference at Hotel Lawtonian titled Law Enforcement and the Freeing Felon. The event aims at mutual information exchange among officers, with panelists including Police Chief Ron Wheatley, County Attorney Warren Crane, Sheriff Rayile, Highway Patrol Lt. Museen, and Fort Sill Lt. Col. Joseph Hoopert. The meeting covers fugitive felon issues under the Fugitive Felon Act, outlining felonies such as murder arson robbery extortion and assault with a dangerous weapon and how authorities locate individuals avoiding prosecution. The FBI plans similar sessions in other cities nearby.

Liawstonitin TD. A. Bi Chares Oklahoma City FBI Woodware Minme Me-Alester Sear Tod Boyer Ime Tay Caioyeenaal Qigeneies Siveo Tove Moistare Ron Wheatley Warren Crane Vecott Rayile Lit Las Museen Highway Patrol Joseph Hoopert Fort Sill

Physician Denies Raping Patient in Court Appearance

The defendant John Richard Thine facing charges of raping a patient after alleged drugging. Judge ordered hold without bond as he remains in custody for psychiatric examinations ordered by defense. Rhine appeared with attorneys Walter Trenneherry and Robert Wheeler.

FELSA John Richard Thine Mercuvadil General Pie Sjiest Niguanent Cakas Vie de Femilint Diiko Testi Webb Rhine Leferes Webb Bya Walter Trenneherry Robert Wheeler Cammon Midgs Lioyd

State To Keep Wildlife Units In Oklahoma

The Oklahoma Wildlife Commission voted to retain four district offices and to keep hatcheries at Tahlequah and Heavener open. Offices at McAlester Chickasha Pryor and Fairview would remain operable while six units face closure due to financial strain. The department's budget exceeds projections by about 87000 dollars after a heavy rainy season. Chairman Burch said he does not know what will be done financially. Closure of the Tahlequah hatchery had prompted complaints from eastern Oklahoma legislators.

Orlatoma Cit& i Crerridine State Wildlife Consereatinn Comienissi Wahlequah Heavener Disnet McAlestop Chickasha Pryor Faitir Clavents Bureh Lad Teeqaime

Antlers Man Sentenced to Life for Wife Slaying

In Antlers Oklahoma Isaac Jones 41 pleaded guilty to stabbing his 2 year old wife to death last Saturday night. District Judge Stoward Phillips pronounced sentence after Jones was brought before him to enter a plea. The victim Thomas Jones died of butcher knife wounds to the chest shortly after the incident.

Antlers Okla Isaac Jones Dea Stoward Phillips Jones Atlnimey CE

Latimer Official Faces Ouster Trial

Wilburton Latimer County Attorney Ben P Choate faces trial on ouster charges after the Board of County Commissioners accused him of practicing law privately while serving as county attorney and of withholding legal aid from the commissioners. The district court hearing is set for tomorrow in the county seat.

Wilburton Latimer Ben P. Choate Board of County Commissioners Commissioners Choate

Burlesque Show Performers Fined for Outrageous Conduct

Charges of outraging public decency led to 30 fines on Tuesday against three performers in a carnival show. Gonna Fisher aged 20 of 204 Lee Bly Isabel Bouillon age 2108 Gorey and William Bouillion aged 49 of 108 Gore were cited in a joint complaint by Warren Crane Counts Attorney. Judge John Piller son imposed the fines. Bouillion served as the ticket seller for the performance staged by two women.

Tueserman Warren Crane John P Iillerson Gonna Fisher Lee Bly Isabel Bouillon Gorey William Bouillion Gore Hoyt Shelay Denu Jes McCracken Low Bun Jesqie Lepekhow Bouillion

Sheriff Acquitted On Rape Charge in Ohio Case

Wilburton, Ohio sentence wraps after district civil jury clears Sheriff Dee Sanders of second degree rape accusations. Defense argued lack of corroboration and questioned credibility of the teenage complainant. Trial centered on alleged February incident at Robbers Cave State Park with Mrs McGhee present.

Wilburton Ohia LPI Pittsburg Dee Sanders Clyde M. Volwell Potoma Ders Leo Paul McGi Pillsburg County Robbers Cave Stuly Park Sanders Sle

Sohio Granted Oklahoma Crude Purchase Resume

The Oklahoma Corporation Commission authorized Sohio to resume full crude oil purchases after seven months of halts due to strikes. The approval allows delivery of more than 300000 barrels, about 10000 barrels daily, to make up previous underages.

Oruaaoma Eftyum — Sohin OW Co State Corporation Commission Oklahoma Sohin

Rites For Pioneer State Physician Set

Claremore obituary notes the death of Dr Clyde William Deson 78 a pioneer Claremore physician and former state health commissioner He served as commissioner from 1929 to 1930 and died yesterday at a White hospital in Oklahoma reflecting his long medical career and public service.

Claremore Mearrow Clyde William Deson Desa Oklshonia

Solon to Emcee Pendleton Rodeo Telecast

NOWATA state senator and rodeo announcer 7 Zlem McSpad has been chosen as master of ceremonies for Pendleton Roundup. The coast to coast telecast will feature the finals in an hour long program on 435 television.

Nowata Zlem McSpadden Nawila Pendleton Qre

Crash Kills Pilot IRAMAN Tex at Peavin AFB vicinity

IRAMAN Tex 1st La iam E Simpson 28 of Dynrsburg Tenn was killed when his F86D crashed just north of Pervin Air Force Base He is survived by his wife Patricia Leah Simpson Sherman

Iraman Tex E. Simpson Dynrsburg Tenn Nortly Pervin Air Force Base Patricia Leah Simpson Sherman

Municipal Judge Disposes 14 Cases In Court

Judge J Merle Daks disposed fourteen cases in Municipal court this morning. Leonard Milton Fults, 21, Laty elle Inc, fined 50 dollars on three complaints including resisting arrest public drunkenness and profane language. Annetle Nedd 78 Doncan won a line on a vagrancy plea. Sue Allen 79 Dun win was found innocent on vagrancy. Joan Carew 20 D was found innocent of driving without a license. Bobby Nottingham 18 2791 5 1h forfeited 20 for speeding. Le C Sprayhoerts OM ANG 5S Third forfeited 20 for reckless driving and 420 for accident scene. Le Roy Coates 25 Ingraham feted fined 0 for profane use. Clifford Hughes 34 No 12 A freed on assault and battery dismissal. Several others fined 20 each for public drunkenness and one for 12 bonds on drunkenness.

J. Merle Daks Latyelle, Inc Leonard Milton Fults Annetle Nedd Doncan Dunwin Sue Allen Joan Carew Bobby Nottingham le C. Sprayhoerts OM Ang le Roy Coates Ingraham Clifford Hughes

Voting procedures outlined for Wagoner County

Continued from page one the county board secretary Mrs Logan announced voter registrations will be taken at the courthouse from 9 am to noon daily Monday through Saturday. Registrations in precincts are not allowed except during designated periods before elections. Registered voters need not re register. the changeover is an office bookkeeping task expected to take several months. The new voting law follows the 1956 Wagoner County scandal episodes.

Ing Wils Nigeling Logan County Board Loan Wagoner County

Flying Service Operator Joins Air Taxi Group

Johnean Flying Service joins a national air taxi group formed of independent operators. The alliance serves counties with about 7,000 annual riders and offers reservations through affiliates, travel agents, or commercial cabins. Operations began at Lawton Municipal Airport with three planes and 20 seats available.

Johnean Flying Service Lawton Municipal Int Tenison Air National Air Av Tax Johngan United States Serview Rough Sins Association Tt Provices Servier Jahnson Inpan

Capital City Sets Land Price for Water Project

Oklahoma City places 5 250 price on a parcel needed for the Maka reservoir water project in southeastern Oklahoma. A higher price of 31 19 is set for 11 918 acres to be acquired by condemnation.

Oklahoma City Manare Sheldon Stirling S Gionors Maka Reservoir Oklahoma

Population Rise Report From Oklahoma Bureau

The University of Oklahoma Bureau of Business Research reports Oklahoma population rose, with the latest estimate at 2,376,870. The bureau notes the rebound follows 1956 adjustments and highlights a higher state population than prior figures.

Norman i University of Oklahoma Bureau of Busines Research Oklahom

Move Into Cathielgin Specialt-Me and Mea Cafe Opening

Clarence Keeler and Mea have moved into their new cafe near their old Shell Way location. The owners report a half mile west move to their renovated establishment, naming the Shell Way Cafe as the former site.

Cathielgin Specialt Clatnece Keeler

Enid Strikes Talks Planned as Union Pickets Stationed

Officials of Pills buy Flour plant and representatives of the striking Grain Handlers Union were to meet this afternoon to settle differences. Plant Manager Claude Nicholson said the situation would be alert but did not disclose any offer. About 10 union workers walked off their jobs protesting loading conditions with flour sacks. Pickets remained outside the mill.

Enid Claude Nicholeson Grain Nidters Union

Probe Of Slave Farms Opens In Syracuse

In Syracuse an inquiry ordered by Gov. Harriman begins amid accusations by James M. Brunson of Augusta Georgia that migrant workers at the Ishar camp near Hannibal Missouri were underpaid and overcharged for food. Brunson described a six week stint with long hours and deductions for meals. ANAACP member Brunson said he faced possible retaliation and that Palane denied his charges and called him a troublemaker.

Syracuse N. Y Averell Harriman James M. Brunson Augusta Albany Brunson Hhis Brinson Ishar Tannnibal K. C National Assocition For the Advancement of Colored People Wrk An Frank Palane- Paling United Press

Welcome Brig Gen Wehle Post At Fort Sill

Brig Gen Philip Wehle, assistant commandant of the artillery and Missile Center, will be welcomed at a dam honor guard ceremony Thursday before Snowhall at Fort Sill. Two U S Army gins will form an archway for the honor guard site and music will be played by the 97th and 77th Army bands under CWO T W Prost.

Philip ©. Wehle Artillery and Missile Center Snowhall Ort Sill U.S

One Missing In Jet Tangle

Dover Delaware reports a collision near Delaware Bay involving two jet aircraft from the 8th Fighter Interceptor Squadron at Dover Air Force Base. One pilot is missing while three parachuted to safety as Air Force officials investigate the mid morning incident near Preking/Prekering Beach.

Dover Del Delaware Bay Diuones Bouchard Dover Air Force Base Ohsey Deasey Air Defense

Skit Presented At City Baptist Church Gathering

A skit was presented Tuesday evening at City Baptist Church featuring church groups including Royal Ambassadors Girls Ambassadors Sun Beams and Women’s Missionary Union. Mrs FLOE led the devotion and state missions offering program.

City Baptist Church Hightn Baptist Church Mth Bessie Royal Ambassors Girls Ambassadors Sunbeams Women’s Missionary Union Floe

Freight Jumps Rail At Goodwin Near Amarillo

A Santa Fe freight derailed seven miles northeast of the Texas-Oklahoma line at Goodwin siding Oklahoma, blocking the main line. Forty-five cars left the rails, injures were not reported, and part of the main line plus communications were damaged. Officials aim to reopen by 8 to 10 pm. some freight delays expected. Wreckers from Amarillo and Waynoka worked the scene as passenger service proceeded.

Amarillo Texay Santa Fe Goodwin Okla Shathick Fran Amatio Waynoka Oklo Weston

Integration Continues as Black Students Face Guardsmen

In Little Rock the National Guard blocks access to Central High as a 13 year old Black girl Elizabeth Edard attempts to cross the lines amid taunts to “go back where you belong.” A 13 year old Black boy Terrance Roberts watches, while a white youth is restrained after lunging toward him. Federal Judge Ronald Davies orders the school board to proceed with desegregation.

Gev Sherman T. Clinger Arkansas Faubus Clinger Nations Little Rock Ronald Davies Central High Elizabeth Edfard

Ghostley to headline Bon Soir in Manhattan nights

Starlet Miss Ghostley will leave Thursday for Manhattan with composer G Wood to open at Bon Soir. The Henryetta born actress rose to fame on Broadway and in Hollywood in roles from New Faces of 1952 to TV staples, forging a rich career in stage film and television.

Manhattan Wheer G. Wood Dallas New York Miss Ghostley Joy Rodgers and Hammerstein Julie Andrews Hollywood Henryella Walter Wisehell Ed Sullivan Miss GlinsUey Henryetta Okia Alice Jin Henrvyelta University of Oklahoma Ie School of Drama Sid Oklahoma Norman Birdgt Gladys Columbia Universe Ghostley Eartha Isutl Siddhog Tyoulle Bon Soir Blue Angel New Yo Brunet Wallers

Tomlinson Junior High Pep Club Meeting This Week

An orientation for prospective Pep Club members is set for 3 p.m. Thursday in Room 204 of the new Tomlinson facility. Gym spokeswomen invite all interested in cheerleading to attend. tryouts are scheduled for 3 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10.

Tomlinson Junior High Billie Clark Central Tomlinson

Pebeahsy Case Details Highlight Strangling Claim

Testimony at a continuation of a preliminary hearing reveals Darlene Pebeahsy suffered neck injuries and a larynx trauma in a tragedy at the Pebeahsy home in southeast Cache. Dr. Thornton described brain injuries and hemorrhages while noting no skull fracture as defense witnesses were pressed to establish context for the fatal incident outside the family property.

Pebeahsy Cache Darlene Pebeahsy Anadarko Lawson Dr. Thornton Justice of Peace Thornton Rhoads Cameron Sherif Everett R. Hale Jaii i

Water storage at Lake Lawtonka near critical low levels

Lake Lawtonka continues to face a drought with evaporation driving losses. September readings show levels around 1,337.53 feet and storage near 46,009 acre feet, far below the alltime peaks. Compared to last year, September began in a better position despite limited rainfall, while earlier years saw deeper shortages and failing to reach capacity.

Lawton Fort Sill

Morris to Speak at County Officers Convention

Representative Toby Morris a Democrat from Lavon will be principal speaker at the County Officers convention in OKLATOSIA CITY this September. The event centers on county governance and public service with Morris expected to address attendees.

Oklatosia Citt Toby Morris Lavon County Officers Atl

Movie Stars on Page One Trial Testimony

Attorney Arthur Crowley pressed witnesses in a sensational Page One session claiming celebrity stories could be admitted. Dorothy Dandridge denied romantic liaisons with Enrique Parra and denied walking with Ban Terry, saying the allegations could not be true or seen with them.

Torney Arthur Crowley Ke Woods Terry Tahoe

Venice film about a flofe addict draws huge ovation

In Venice last night Hollywood film about a flofe addict titled Halful of Rain drew the festival's largest ovation, signaling strong early reception. The scene highlighted actors and crew as spectators applauded the work amid festival buzz.

Venice Italy Hollywood

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