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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1947
Page
4
The piece argues crime and accident risks rise at night due to fatigue alcohol and poor visibility. It urges drivers and pedestrians to follow rules, dim headlights, and support better street lighting to reduce nightly deaths.
A commentary argues that the upcoming 1948 campaign will rally against high commodity prices. It warns politicians use loud rhetoric to divert taxpayer discontent and blame supply shortages on others, noting war-time demand has driven up prices and consumer spending.
The Holdem gaff, a new two hook device invented by Holloway of Remote, is marketed in Portland and along coast resorts. It uses a spring action to clamp the fish quickly, reducing losses of chinooks and silvers. Also noted are dog Rags’ 18 year life, and warnings about illegal gigging practices on Rogue streams threatening lawful anglers.
Forecasters predict farm households will spend more than 1 035 000 on new residences and improvements over the next three to five years. F B Ortman notes urban comforts are now available to rural families, with central heating, tiled baths, and modern kitchens becoming common as electric service expands in Oregon.
Three young nanny goats listed by O. W. Pafford ten miles east of Myrtle Point on Roseburg highway with sale date August 28. Upright piano in excellent condition offered by Tom Guerth for sale or purchase.
Forty years ago Myrtle Point faced water shortages as many residents carried water from neighbors with wells. The council pursued solutions and hoped mains would improve next year. The piece also notes local events including Russell Baking Company’s new electric oven in the True Building, a 12 passenger plane visit to Illahee for fishing, a Europe tour by Wallace Dement, and Interchurch Fellowship activities honoring community figures.
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