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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1955
Page
4
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A concise religious reflection cites John 6 29 and emphasizes belief in Jesus as God’s work for salvation. It urges trust in God shown in Jesus and loving God by living a life that testifies to faith and Christian duty as the core obligation.
The piece revisits Churchill's claim that the United States blocked an early Berlin seizure, contrasting British and American wartime aims. It notes Eisenhower Marshall and Roosevelt framed victory over risk, while Britain foresaw postwar political dangers, and argues the West has since grown in world affairs over ten years.
Bear Hug Can Kull reports that optimism for general peace has swept Britain and much of West Europe. The piece warns that the Geneva spirit yields only promises, while the Soviet Union delivers no real settlement, and urges caution against trusting adversaries.
A collection of trivia with ten provinces two territories in Canada Or orchid seeds are smallest The Gregorian calendar is used in the Soviet Union The Alhambra in Granada Spain stands as Moorish art finest Ethan Allen treason claim tied to Vermont proposal British commander suggested annexation to Britain in 1780s Continental Congress debate sparked treason accusation No verdict of guilt.
Births include a son for Kenneth Thompson at 6 55 p.m. September 17 weighing 8 10.4 pounds and a son for Gordon Hulen at 10 10 a.m. September 19 weighing 7 pounds 74 ounces. The day’s admissions list numerous patients across multiple wards and towns with medical or surgical entries including children and adults. Notable entries include Rita Rae O Pry, 16, and Iretta Ann Owens, 5, both listed among medicals. several named towns such as Walters, Marlow, Mountain Park, Duncan, and Chickasha appear throughout.
Wichita Falls officials discussed study plans to meet pressing water needs including the Waurika project as a potential solution. Barclay warned there is no easy cheap fix and urged evaluating options, with federal participation possible only after surveys.
Ships submarines and aircraft from the United States Canada Britain and Norway will take part in a NATO drill in the Norwegian Sea area from September 21 to 28 announced Monday by NATO.
The report shows the average annual income of Michigan families surpasses six thousand dollars, significantly higher than the national average. It highlights state economic strength and implies rising living standards across municipalities.
Dismissed entries include Anthony Parker of Cache associated with surgery disclosures. Mrs. Alice Tiddark of 1716 South 13th and a daughter born September 15 are noted. Mary Clark of Shawnee is listed with medical matters. A Birdshead Canton medical item, and Claude Twohatchet of Hobart are also recorded in the notices.
Thieves raided homes in Lawton over the weekend, taking a stove, tools, money, a sewing machine, clothing, and vehicles. Victims include Charles Picek who lost cash and checks, and E S Hurst whose 1949 Plymouth and Kelly Johnson’s 1949 red GMC pickup were stolen. Police report break ins Saturday night and Sunday with more tool thefts from a truck on S Fourth.
Ex convict Mack Weaver pleaded guilty as his trial opened on charges of kidnapping a 13 year old babysitter and raping her three times. District Judge Joe Shumate sentenced him to 15 years in the state penitentiary after a state recommendation.
The trial of Gaines, charged with fatally running down Irene Johnson after an argument, continued as witnesses identified him driving the car. Gaines testified he knew Johnson since 1925 and had lived with her in part of a rented house to drink and play cards. He is a father of two and previously served time at Leavenworth after pleading guilty to an attempted burglary at Fort Sill. The case opened the county’s 11 case docket, with the afternoon to feature more state witnesses building the reckless driving charge.
Luther Steele and his 11 year old son Lloyd went fishing at Hales Bar, Chattanooga area, but left the tackle box at home and found the boat half full of water. While bailing, the boy accidentally fired the rifle, ending a trip that had all the luck but none of it good.
Two persons were charged this morning with driving while intoxicated. Billy Karty, 29, of 1713 S 13th, appeared in Judge S R Harper's County court. Edward L Pasley, 26, a Fort Sill sergeant, faced Judge Ralph Cline in City court after a five car collision at Lavemore service station. Pasley was fined 100 dollars plus costs and sentenced to 15 days in jail, then committed back to county jail to begin term.
In Claremore Oklahoma Jules Stockler a 28 year old Philadelphia doctor died by hanging in a Rogers County jail cell. County Attorney H P Daugherty said stockler used a rope made from mattress shreds to kill himself while in protective custody after traveling companion William Wallace 21 said stockler feared harm. Wallace said stockler had answered an ad to travel to the West Coast and warned of danger. Stockler became agitated when officers arrived and was jailed for safe keeping. His mother Mrs Samuel Stockler arrived after the death and said he was on his way to join his wife in Los Angeles to continue psychiatry training. Wallace was detained for background check but no charges were filed.
Speeding charges were filed today against three men arrested Sunday by highway patrol troopers. Carl Gene Brooks twenty five from Washington Lawton operated a tavern. He was picked up two miles east of Lawton on S H 7 by Trooper Flanagan and charged in Justice Giles court. Ray Floyd Rabon twenty two of Fort Sill was charged in Judge Cline city court after being arrested two miles south of Lawton on S H 7 by Trooper Morgan. Rabon pleaded guilty and paid fifteen dollars and costs. Charles Floyd Bryan twenty three of Fort Sill was charged in Justice Cameron court after his arrest thirteen miles east of Lawton on S H 7 by Trooper Morgan.
A compact crossword style list of clues covering tennis and other sports terms, from strol to ages, with both across and down entries. The puzzle spans athletic terms, measurements, and names, combining sport and general vocabulary for quick filler.
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A trio from Lawton, including Mr and Mrs Leo Pokorny and Lela J Wilson, toured the eastern states and stopped in Lawton Kentucky to view scenery. They departed September 10 for a three week trip and sent home praises of the hills and bluegrass.
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