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Myrtle Point Herald

Location

Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Aug 21, 1947

Page

7

State tax shift eyed to fund Oregon government needs

An editorial argues older drivers must change habits to reduce highway deaths and discusses the impact of rising government costs on Oregon. It notes sales taxes used by 27 states as a means to fund essentials and contrasts broad-base taxation with increases in income and property levies.

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Rogue River bend tests boat skill and tax odds alike

A rogue river segment between Illahe and Agnes challenges boats with a right angle turn and strong current. A veteran pilot notes engine reliability prevents accidents, drawing a parallel to Oregon's current income tax debate and its potential risk.

Rogue River Illahe Agnes Oregon

State taxes and future welfare questioned

The text questions avoiding sales tax and dodging income taxes, asking whether such moves are wise and in the best interest of the state's future welfare. It weighs excitement against fiscal stability and government funding.

Golden Jubilee Attendees for Doric Chapier Event

Easten Stars and numerous Grand Lodge officers attended the Golden Jubilee of Doric Chapier in Ceos Bay last Saturday evening. Della Belloni Metta Rosslov Lucina Bell Alice Woolridge Mr and Mrs Elton Schroedee Mrs Minnie Lester Helen Byrnes attended with a Puton Doric program enjoyed by all.

Doric Chapier Ceos Bay Della Belloni Metta Rosslov Lucina Bell Alice Woolridge Elton Schroedee Minnie Lester Corcoran Cal Helen Byrnes San Jose Grand Lodge Doric Puton

Cannery Adds Second Cooker To Meet Busy Schedule

The cannery installed a second cooker Wednesday, bringing two 120 quart units online and ready by Thursday. Last week 1677 cans were produced as the Mast hospital and WSC S schedule cannings for next week. Private citizens reserve daily, with beans applesauce beets corn peaches and some meat already processed.

Mast Hospital W SC_ S

Davenport Installed WSCS President At Home Meeting

At a WSCS gathering at Mrs Allis Bartletts home Mrs A R Davenport was installed as president for the remaining year succeeding Mrs Clarence VanDoren who, with Mr VanDoren and Janet, left for Ashland Monday. The group gifted Mrs VanDoren and spent the afternoon preparing string beans for overseas relief, filling thirty three cans at the cannery.

WSCS Allis Bartlett A R Davenport Clarence VanDoren VanDoren Janet Ashland van Doren

Powers (Special) appoints club officers and hostesses

George Rubin announces new officers for the Story Club including Robert Sheedy and Lyle McCulloch in key roles. Social notes report co hosts for a silver tea and Moose chapter members entertaining guests, with members moving, donating books, and planning ill reports.

George Rubin The Story Club Robert Sheedy Lyle McCulloch Lawrence Rolfe Lions Education Kenneth Rolfe A. L. Lane Donald Stickney J. W. Gamwell Lou Reed Orvil Knight A. D Rolfe Albert Burch Ray Shaffer B. R. Nicklaus James May Lonnie Hollenbeck Edwin Peterson Clifards Clyde Allen of the Moose Rebekah Hall William Anderson James Cook William McKinley Carl Briggs William Grove George Dobson Leslie Finney Floyd Stevens Sharon Roseburg James Gates Monay San Diego Navy Luther Poole Powers M E Duncan

Funeral set for Walter Rookard Creswell gunshot victim

Walter Rookard 42 of Creswell dies from a gunshot wound in Eugene Hospitals say he was killed Sunday night at the couple’s Creswell home. His wife Helen remains jailed in Eugene for questioning as Lane County investigates the case. Ed Luckey district attorney leads the inquiry. The body will be interred at Sunset Cemetery after funeral services here on Ewfday.

Walter Rookard Creswell Eugene Lane County Helen Rookard Ed Luckey Jackie 7 Cottage Grove

Aivin Mull Recovers From Severe Hand Cut

Aivin Mull is recovering at Mast hospital after a serious hand cut last week from a power saw. Mr and Mrs Rancey Hall returned Sunday from a week long stay in Yachats.

Aivin Mull Mast Hospital Rancey Hall Yachats

Saturday Evening Young Married Folk Club Hosts

Saturday evening Mr and Mrs J Logan White hosted a young married folks club. Supper was at the Snow White followed by contract at the Weed home. Guests included Mr and Mrs John Sampson and members Messrs and Mesdames Ratcliff Schroeder Noyes Weed Norton. Prizes went to Mrs Weed, Mrs Ratcliff, Mr Norton and Mr Ratcliff. A going away gift was given to Mr and Mrs Norton.

J. Logan White Chester Weed John Sampson Messrs and Mesdames Art Ratcliff Milton Schroeder LaVerne Noyes Dalles Norton Chester Noyes

Headway Reported After Fire Damages Roof

A fire caused damage to a building with a burned roof but no additional damage or injuries were reported. Fire crews continued to assess the scene and determine the cause. Local authorities investigated the incident and secured the area.

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