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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1954
Page
2
The text notes that funds for construction have been appropriated since 1990 and that a planned Ashland building, deemed the city’s greatest need, was authorized under Public Law 105 but never funded. The Korea War halted expenditures, leaving the project stalled.
In Oregon’s Fourth Congressional District 28 cities may build post offices under the Lease Purchase Act. The government can rent and buy via lease payments up to 25 years, with limits on funds and approvals. The program aims to relieve post office pressure without triggering nationwide construction. Ed Note mentions Myrtle Point and upcoming regional updates.
A guest writer denounces improper flag use in street decor for a fair. The piece questions patriotism as banners and town advertising mix along Main Street, urging proper respect for the national flag.
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