Cities’ Plight Ignored as Legislature Faces Fiscal Strain
The 1968 Oregon Legislature moves to shift welfare costs to counties and considers boosting state funds for schools while offering no city aid. A proposed 3 percent sales tax would offset property taxes rather than raise new budgets, leaving cities to finance sewage and other needs with limited relief. The piece argues cities risk deeper crises without targeted state support.
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Oregon
Eugene
Hugh McKindey
League of Oregon
Association of Oregon Counties
Oregon School Boards Association
Cas
National Library Week at Myrtle Point Public Library
The Flora M Laird Memorial Library in Myrtle Point invites residents of Coos County to visit during National Library Week April 20 to 26. The public library offers free access, age designated areas, reference materials, Readers Guide to Periodical Literature, and staff ready to help, with Mrs Mayberry and Mrs Sisson welcoming patrons, including Mrs Richard McCuskey.
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National Library
Flora M. Laird
Myrtle Point
Coos County
Groupe
Wihillé
Hiei
Beth
Mayberry
Sisson
Myrtle Point Public Library
Richard McCuskey
Madge Holliday
Madge Rose Holliday
Coos Bay
Springfield
Holliday
Gerald D
Kennewick
Wash
Paul C. Jr
Thomas B
Richard R
Portland
Milton
Rs) Bell
Gold Beach
George
Beverly) Whittick
Ralph
Donna) Clarno
Ollie
Darlene) Blakey
North Bend
Wallace
Pat
Davenport couple marks 60th anniversary at Catching Creek
Mr and Mrs A R Davenport celebrated their sixtieth wedding anniversary with family at their home on Catching Creek. A letter from Senator Mark Hatfield offered warm wishes and blessings for the milestone and lasting happiness. Mrs Mitts recovering from injuries after an accident in Colorado with her infant daughter, and Mr Mitts stationed with the U S Army there.
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Mark O. Hatfield
Jerry Mitts
Colorado
Mikie
Mr. Mitts
U.S. Army
Mitts
United States Brewers Association Improves Beer Vending Standards
The USBA and its field men meet with proprietors of establishments serving beer to promote high standards. The program aims to create pleasant wholesome surroundings for America’s great beverage of moderation and encourage responsible service nationwide.
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United States Brewers Association
USBA
Americas
Open Letter Urges Community Action on Growth in Myrtle Point
A public plea questions housing, shopping, recreation, schools and services as Myrtle Point faces a new manufacturing plant and bridge project. The piece urges resident resolve and references Coquille and Coos Bay as regional anchors amid anticipated family movement and municipal challenges. Obituaries and a municipal budgeting session follow in the notice portion.
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Myrtle Point Herald
Myrtle Ae Ee
Eleas
Myrtle Petat
Ore
Audrey Pel
Ley
France
Edward Psel
Marie Nichols
Janice Wilsom
Nena Ce
Oiemer
Salem
Eugene Register-Guard
Mrs
A.R. Daven
United States Brewers Association, Inc
Myrtle Polsters
Coquille
Coquillé
Art Metz
van Galder
Oregon State Tax Commission
Health Department
Terry Lavern Staman
United States Army
Fe. Lewis
Terry la Vern Staman
Vietnam
Terry
Dora
Myrtle Point High School
Georgia-Pacific
Fort Lewis
Fort Bliss
Texas
LaVern Staman
Janice L. Staman
Gloria L, Staman
U.S. Navy
Great Lakes Naval Station
Great Lakes
Davis C. Ladestein
San Diego
Calif
Wilmer Briggs
The
Methodist Church
Myrtle Point Chapel
Nathan T. Faust
Myrtle Crest Memorial Gardens
Catching Creek Cemetery
Hazel E. Paddock
Charleston
Henry Taylor
Wayne Paddock
Burlington
N. Dak
Earl
Harriet) Anderson
Oakland
Call
Cecil Yril Tinsley
Grove
Averil Taylor
Powers
Oliver
N. Dakota
Mimot
N, Dakota
Thompson-Larson Funeral
Pacific Power
Pacific Power & Light Company
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