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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1971
Page
2
The Myrtle Point Herald states it was established in 1969 and is published every Thursday. It lists production staff including BILL PALMROTE SHIRLEY FRANCS MARIE NICHOLS and KATHERIN CARMAN and provides the Myrtle Point, Oregon mailing address and postal information.
The piece extols Old Man Winter as a necessary cycle. It notes December 22 as the shortest day and outlines how winter leads to Christmas, holidays, and the New Year. It argues change spurs growth and prepares Earth for next year’s renewal.
A Washington report warns that Senate tax cut plans may resemble a Christmas tree with many earmarks. Economists fear continued high spending will pass inflationary pressure onto price and wage controllers, risking a breakdown of direct controls.
The Oregon Legislature finished a seven day special session in Salem called by Gov. McCall to address a severe fiscal crisis. Measures moved up cigarette tax timing, allowed local vehicle taxes, and separated state from federal income tax rules to protect state revenues.
Oregon Governor Tom McCall helped launch the second annual Coffee Day project by accepting a donation button. ORBA and the Kidney Association of Oregon organized a $1 button sale in December and January to fund a statewide drive targeting $200,000 for 1971 72. Proceeds aid home dialysis patients and expand treatment for new patients next year.
The Myrtle Point community sees Christmas cheer with decorated business streets and firemen installing and maintaining lights. Santa visits, gifts donated to the Chamber of Commerce window display await Dec 18 draw, and children share wish lists with Santa at the Herald office. The season begins while Thanksgiving leftovers linger.
Edward Sirk God Is Banden died Monday at Moy after a two car crash on Mighvey A6. He resided seven years in Banden and 16 years in Myrtle Point. He worked as a heavy equipment operator for Georgie Pacific Corp. Funeral Dec 3 at 10 am in Banden Chapel. Interment at Morway Cemetery. Survived by wife Ena W Kirk sons David and Richard of Banden sister Selah Barton of Tigard brother Richard of Anchorage Alaska.
The text explains electricity differs from everyday consumables as it is not bought in advance or stored. It emphasizes reliable service at the lowest cost and urges choices on how much to use based on lifestyle. It frames electricity as a ready, waiting resource provided by the supplier.
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