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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1970
Page
2
Myrtle Point Herald lists managing editor Shirley Franc society editor Marie Nichols production Gloria Madewell and production notes. Established 1889 the weekly Myrtle Point Oregon newspaper is published every Thursday and mailed from P O Box 578 Myrtle Point.
The editorial urges voters to approve an $807,000 bond for Myrtle Point sewage treatment improvements. Total project cost is about $319,800 with $84,800 from a state grant. If granted, the city must finalize finances by Oct 1, otherwise improvements proceed. Bond retirement would come from the sewer service charge based on usage, deemed equitable.
As Labor Day nears, discussion grows on the meaning of back to school amid questions on education quality and discipline. Portland and Eugene seek 964 000 from the State Board of Higher Education to cover campus order costs, underscoring calls for accountability in higher education.
Social Security official H Reynolds urges caution over private insurance solicitations claiming Medicare supplementation. Some ads imitate SSA materials and even resemble SSA checks envelopes. Reynolds warns SSA does not endorse private plans or share records and advises contacting SSA or State Insurance Commission for guidance. He notes Oregon’s rising costs push government to seek savings, under Gov McCall’s reform drive after tax-revenue resistance.
The Management 70s Task Force, created July 11 1969 to study and streamline Oregon state government, nears completion of its assignment. About 20 loaned executives and state analysts examined 27 major agencies aiming for economy driven reforms and service improvements.
A Monday night drill on Maple Street next to Coos Mortuary staged a controlled burn in a small wooden dwelling. The public gathered to watch firefighters train on containment and response, highlighting their dedication and the dangers they face at all hours.
The State Accidentsurance Fund SAIF mails 910 617 396 in dividends to Oregon employers for the 1968 69 fiscal year. 188 Curry county firms receive checks and over 2000 Oregon employers are scheduled for dividends. Loyal Burns leads North Bend district deliveries as SAIF confirms the record payout and high checks reaching 837 936.
The Myrtle Point Lions Club expresses appreciation for the young people who sponsored two teenage dances at Coos County Fair. The club notes the teens conducted themselves well and helped make the project both financially successful and enjoyable for all involved.
Harold Bergelt ends a 30 year tenure with Herald Press this week, leaving a noticeable gap in the staff. His departure comes as Dottie and the Bergelt family have long been integral to the newspaper's operations and community presence.
A U.S. congressman promotes H R 778 to create the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area protecting about 32 000 acres along the coast from North Bend to Florence. The plan assigns Forest Service leadership with state county and private landowner cooperation, preserving existing private and public ownership without condemnation.
Dellenback and Interior submit favorable reports paving the way for action. The House Subcommittee on National Parks and Recreation, chaired by Roy Taylor, will hold August 28 field hearings in Florence to gather testimony on H. R. 178. Senate support from Hatfield and others is strong.
Oregon State Fair manager Robert L. Stevens announces a 10 day Aug 29 Sept 7 program with free daily entertainment from 10 a m. Highlights include Hank Higgins Puffets life sized puppets two Monster Makeup Show performances daily and two daily animal village and schoolhouse experiences plus three daily Organ Concerts in Floral Gardens the Giant Balloon inflation twice daily and an afternoon professional stage show.
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