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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1972
Page
4
The Lawton Constitution publication details include hours from Monday to Friday at Third and A Avenue Lawton Oklahoma with staff roles such as editor and publisher Ned Shepler and vice president managing editor and advertising director. It states AP news use rights and advertising payment policies and a commitment to correct errors brought to management.
The IOC informed Sanford Buck of the USOC of its displeasure at American athletes Wayne Collett and Vince Matthews for a clenched fist gesture after the 400 meter final at the Mexico City games. Collett said he would not have done it differently, insulting the flag and anthem. European spectators largely booed the conduct, prompting international censure and debate on sportsmanship and allegiance.
The FBI crime statistics show 1971 total serious crimes at 5,995,200, with 2,907 per 100,000 people as overall risk. Violent crimes rose 9 percent to 393 per 100,000, while property crimes reached 2,514 per 100,000. Despite drops in growth, risks remain high and safety is urged to improve.
A religious meditation notes Isaiah 44 6 declaring God as first and last and no other god. It reflects on divine majesty as source of light and life and describes how God moves the world through changing seasons while remaining unmoved and unchangeable.
The piece argues that Britain is reverting to a 1950s sensibility as autumn 1972 signals a revival of the “Fifties Look” and a more affluent open society. It traces Carnaby Street’s decline then retro revival, notes cultural icons like the Beatles and Bond, and surveys five stages from nourishment to death-wish.
The Soviet Union refuses to sign a proposed skyjacking accord, arguing it bypasses UN processes and could set a risky precedent for ad hoc sanctions by coalitions. A 17 nation group debates lines as pilots halted flights June 19, drawing global concern and clash over Security Council efficacy.
The piece argues that sovereign states face a failing covenant over skyjackings and calls for private pilots to take the initiative. It suggests pilots refuse flights into harbors of skyjackers and questions France’s Algeria policy while imagining bold boycotts to deter hijackings. It ends with a pointed satirical note about Algeria and central Africa.
Washington notes erupt as Senator McGovern backs Prof. Abram Chayes on a trip to Israel and three western nations to clarify the nominee’s foreign policy. Chayes heads a McGovern policy panel, raising questions of law, diplomacy and Senate prerogative.
The passage argues that youths may clash physically before choosing nonviolent resolution, while adults should value intelligent dispute resolution. It reflects on child love for neglectful parents, parental rejection, and the resilience of marital love despite divergent views.
Ten years ago Lynda Labude enrolled at the College of the Ozarks Arkansas with a voice and piano scholarship. Mrs Roy Moyer joined Lawton Rebekah Lodge 87. Square Toppers Square Dance Club hosted by Johnnie Bandy and Richard White. An upside down 1939 Mercury convertible was found in Post Oak Lake during a water survey. M E Olmstead announced a meeting of Citizens for Eisenhower. Bob Bybee hosted a Sweet Pea Garden Club gathering. Thirty years ago Jack Williams left for Stillwater to enroll at Oklahoma A M College Jimmy H Hysan became Lawton Junior Chamber of Commerce president Dr L L Cole promoted to Army major.
In Oklahoma several staffers return from Washington, stirring talk that Senator Henry Bellmon may seek the governorship again. The Sooner Cynic notes the office move hints at decentralization or homesickness, while Raymond Gary opposes McGovern and mocks party loyalty pledges.
On Tuesday September 12 1972 horoscopic guidance covers Aries through Pisces. It highlights strengths like analytical skill and versatility and notes careers in science law arts and theatre as potential paths for those born today.
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