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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1945
Page
4
The notice requests correction of any misstatements about character or propositions noted in the newspaper. It states no advertising from transient promoters will be accepted without written authorization from a local business manager and proper payment.
General Douglas MacArthur discusses postwar Japan in an interview, noting 73 percent demobilized and 150000 American troops already ashore without combat losses. He says occupation will grow toward 500000 troops, preservation of the emperor aids surrender, and Japanese arms and police are being dismantled while no permanent army remains for policing.
Lawton Oklahoma plans cost estimates and public notice for paving unpaved portions of Park Avenue and adjacent streets. The mayor and city council adopt the project plans and authorize funding, with publication in The Lawton Constitution and a six day public notice period.
General MacArthur declares Potsdam terms strictly enforced with demobilization of the Japanese army by October 18 and abolition of the gendarmerie after discharge. He says most arms will be destroyed, occupation will last years, and Japanese industry and housing will not be rebuilt by U.S. plans. He cites 160,000 troops now with a peak around 600,000, disposal of munitions, and retention of the emperor for surrender terms while maintaining austerity.
Charis Personalized Corsetry advertises custom support garments with fitting by Mrs C H Garper at 2020 Ave phone 3641-1. The ad emphasizes proper fit and comfort for wearers seeking reliable corsetry.
Charges of driving without a valid license were filed in justice court today against Albert Clayton Hall. The case concerns alleged unauthorized operation of a vehicle and potential penalties under state traffic laws.
An appearance is scheduled before Peace Justice E. P. Byand on an information signed by Highway Patrol Trooper Arch Merriott.
Two Wichita Falls men Raymond Reed and Winifred Tarter pleaded guilty in justice court to killing a Mallard out of season in the Wichita wildlife refuge. They were remanded to county jail in default of fines of 26 dollars plus costs, on a complaint signed by Game Ranger D R McClanahan and heard before HE P Evans.
The Veterans Administration reports about 40 000 World War II veterans are enrolled in training or education institutions under the GI Bill of Rights and Public Law 36 in Chicago and surrounding areas.
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