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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1952
Page
7
Myrtle Point Herald explains its stance on district problems, noting counterpoints raised by Mr. Theodore Easton. The article argues the policy favors discussion with teachers or boards, defends quotations, and emphasizes that Easton may not have visited the school as often as officials. The Dora district is described as normal.
The article notes overcrowded duties in one room schools, shortages of elementary teachers in Oregon, and the Dora district being declared non standard after an inspection. It cites attitudes, equipment gaps, and calls for parent decisions on sending children to Sitkum, with superintendent Martha Purdy emphasizing support and improved plans.
A regional birth notice lists multiple newborns with dates in 1952 including a son for Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Rackleff in Myrtle Point on 7 24 52 and daughters for several couples in Riverton Norway and Myrtle Point with single dates through 7 31 52. Names include Shirley Franzen Ames Lews and Rdn among others.
Local veterans Bill Downing Fred Warren Paul Moore Bill Kanouse and Hank Rowell joined the annual Legion convention in Klaimhin Falls Governor McKay attended as a distinguished guest. Reports say the governor drew demand for autographs on convention souvenirs though some attendees may be disappointed by missing his signature Bill Downing was seen beside the governor with a pocket pen ready for signatures.
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