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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1960
Page
2
George Peck distills Clermont Press editor Shorty Hullinger’s fear that democracy is ending. He argues capitalism fuels progress, warns against collectivism, and urges removing federal barriers to unleash American energy and growth. The piece emphasizes liberty, private enterprise, and a hopeful future.
The editorial argues the Democratic platform promises an all powerful superstate and a socialist nation if voters back the party. It accuses leaders of deception and urges skepticism toward loyalty rhetoric.
The Kennedy machine pushed Lyndon Johnson toward the vice presidential slot, lowering his status from Senate majority leader to messenger for a millionaire’s spoiled son. The piece questions if Johnson accepted the demotion amid talk of a New Frontiers agenda and a Las Vegas glow. Voters are urged to cast their ballot despite the rhetoric.
The Myrtle Point area is rattled by editorials targeting George Hall and Shelly amid broader labor political tension. Readers recall lawsuits, political standoffs, and protests shaping local coverage and editor responses.
A home builder faces a union picket at a construction site aimed at forcing subcontractor employees to join the union. The piece argues that secondary picketing could threaten new materials and methods, raising home costs and halting efficiency unless citizens oppose the bill.
An American anti Japanese goods piece notes Japan dominates U S sporting goods imports with high sales of tennis rackets badminton rackets and baseball gloves. It argues for higher tariffs and urges buying American made sports equipment to support domestic workers and wage levels.
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