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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Enterprise
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1914
Page
4
The text criticizes legislative excess and partisan graft arguing for fewer, better drafted laws and for representatives to focus on state needs rather than local aims. It cites the initiative and referendum debate, calls for more thoughtful policy, and references Blue Mountain Eagle. It also discusses Christmas themes and hopeful reflections on charity and peace.
A Walla Walla discussion favors regulation of both public and private utilities and asks for a certificate of necessity before franchise approval. It argues that retracting a privately owned utility for public ownership is a crime and warns against destroying earnings power.
An application for a light and power franchise failed by three to one after opponents argued it would ruin the profits of an established utility. The panel cited that the existing provider delivers fair rates and reliable service.
The Home Circle column urges preserving Christmas spirit beyond gifts. It recalls childhood treats and simple joys, urging neighbors to help needy children next door and remember those in poverty with acts of kindness.
Postmaster general urges advance Christmas mail planning to prevent lobby congestion. Shippers should attach proper tags to insured COD and registered parcels and wrap and address parcels correctly. Include sender address, present parcels at the window, and mark gifts not to be opened until Christmas day.
The piece discusses the parcel post feature as a very good development though many have not yet familiarized themselves with its use. It notes that people have not yet fully understood or adopted it for its intended benefits.
President Kerr told the Oregon Agricultural College student body that education should prepare for real life work. He traced the land grant colleges acts of 1862 and said public support creates a duty for institutions to shape policies to aid current community needs, not just future rewards.
A Myrtle Point Enterprise notice promotes printing services by Prompt Particular Printers in the Jech Department and offers a large bundle of old exchanges for five cents at the Enterprise office.
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