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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1946
Page
2
The Herald’s publisher reflects on indispensability myths and announces retirement after six years. He argues new leadership will keep the paper moving, suggesting fresh voices may improve the publication for a few years while acknowledging possible acrimony from colleagues and cronies.
The piece notes concerns about inflation and the economy, citing historical cost shifts and expert discussion. It mentions meeting with Treasury Secretary John W. Snyder and comments on a proposed new city administration.
The article quotes a speaker arguing that inflation could be curbed by public education rather than price controls. He criticizes OPA and predicts rising prices if controls end, then urges a national program to teach citizens to act for sound prosperity. He cites two main lessons Secretary Snyder seeks to teach as essential.
Saturday evening Mr and Mrs Oliver Myers entertained the K Klub with a supper dessert. The guests included Mr and Mrs Milton Schroeder and Mrs Ora Wellman. Attending were Mr and Mrs E C Barker Mr and Mrs T G Sumerlin Mr and Mrs Floyd Sumers and Mr and Mrs L A LePlanme.
In Sitkum Oregon August 20, visitors from Roseburg including Mr and Mrs Walter Norris Clifford Nelda Mrs Nancy Neely and Ray Deadman joined the Oscar Bunch home gathering. Town groups like Myrtle Leaf and Maple Leaf clubs held meetings with quilt projects and birthday celebrations at local homes.
Mr and Mrs Kenneth Laird and Mr and Mrs Harold Mullen and Charlea attended the Shriners picnic Sunday Aleeo Mr and Mrs Rex Brown Donna and Tommy went.
Mr. and Mrs. Earl Adama entertained last Sunday at the Country Club in honor of house guests Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Lewis of San Francisco. The social event showcased local hospitality and refined conversation.
The Sleter of Mrs Adams hosted a gathering with Mr and Mrs Martin Kinchelow Mr and Mrs Lewis and the hosts for the evening. Guests enjoyed dancing as the highlight of the event.
Harold Vance was summoned to Dodge City Kansas this week due to his mother’s serious illness. He departed from Coon Bay Vie Portland by train.
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