House Panel Approves Large Defense Bill Amid Cuts
The House Appropriations Committee advanced a 74.6 billion defense bill the largest since World War II trimming 4 billion from Nixon requests. It funds intensified Indochina operations, adds 139 jet fighters and 60 helicopters while removing many tanks and trucks. The panel scrapped volunteer-motivation plans and cut 125 million for civilianizing KP duties.
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Dynamite found in picnic basket explodes near Beaver courthouse
A hidden dynamite charge in a picnic basket exploded outside the Seaver County Courthouse minutes after discovery by a night watchman. The guard was uninjured but the blast heavily damaged the courthouse.
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Duncan Man's Actions Save Youths In Highway Crash
Joe Schornick of Duncan acted quickly after a Sunday morning crash on S H 7 14 miles east of Lawton. He pulled two boys James Allen Cross and Bobby Dale Cross from a burning pickup while Harri Cross died. The boys were treated for injuries with James in satisfactory condition and Bobby released. Driver Donald Eugene Fair was in critical condition.
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Fire destroys Club Love Bug near Lawton
A fire around 4 a.m. gutted the Club Love Bug west of Lawton causing about 20000 dollars in damage. Fire marshal Ray Catlin noted heat caused most damage and arson has not been ruled out while investigators seek the first caller and help from the State Fire Marshal’s office.
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Voters to Decide Courthouse Issue in Cooper County
Registered voters in Co manche County will ballot Tuesday on a $3.3 million bond to fund a new five story courthouse. Polls open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. All registered voters may vote. A 60 percent favorable margin is required for approval.
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Missing Mother Of Three Found Dead On Roadsides
A missing mother of three was found dead on the roadside in unclear circumstances. Police say robbery is eyed as a possible motive and the investigation continues as authorities search for suspects.
Munich police arrest Arabs as security tightens at Olympics
At Munich airport three Arabs were held while hundreds faced identity checks as German authorities broadened security after the Olympic Village siege. Police hunted a gunman overnight with dogs. a false alarm over Sunday shots was reported.
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Olympic Village
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Frankfurt
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Olympic Press Center
Let's Build It Now Courthouse Bond Vote urged
An editorial urges a Tuesday vote on a 3.3 million bond to fund a new county courthouse. It argues a modern facility is needed, cheaper than remodeling, with taxes under 3 mills annually, and calls all registered voters to support a 60 percent favorable majority to approve the measure. The piece frames the decision as pivotal for county government, justice administration, and jail reform in 1972.
Lawton Mother of Three Found Dead Near Fax Under Inquiry
A 29 year old Lawton mother of three identified as Mrs Jerry Don Owens was found dead on a roadside six feet from a county road four miles southeast of Fax. Investigators report a head wound but cannot rule out foul play. The body was taken to the State Crime Bureau for autopsy after a disappearance last Wednesday from the Prairie Inn Motel where she had been with her husband.
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Jerry Don Owens
Roosevelt
Gene Hill
U S Vetoes UN Resolution on Israeli Reprisals
The United States vetoed a U N Security Council draft calling for a halt to Israeli reprisal raids while not addressing Arab terrorism that provoked the strikes. The vote followed debate over Munich Olympic killings and Israeli actions in Syria and Lebanon.
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