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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1968
Page
3
A contemplation on Christmas amid space plans and moon flights. The piece contrasts human advances with Christ Jesus leadership, urging readers to reflect the Christ spirit in daily life and family love.
Frances Watts urges parents to give a child self-worth through praise, not material gifts. Balanced with praise, criticism should be minimal to avoid eroding a child’s self-esteem, as constant nagging erodes confidence.
Obituaries detail Jim Moden of Coos Bay age 55 died December 16 1968 with services in Coquille. Also Asa Wesley Carman Myrtle Point died December 5 age 84 and Wesley Miller Myrtle Point died December 14 age 82. Additional notice: Anderson Wayne Hubbard Myrtle Point died December 4 age 85. Surviving family members and service arrangements listed.
A regional roster lists servicemen including 2nd Lt Laurence E Thorp of Fayetteville North Carolina SP4 Victor Fry and Edwin Donovan among others. The notice provides addresses and unit affiliations for military personnel from the area.
Navy and Marine personnel from Myrtle Point Oregon and nearby areas took part in operation Beef Trust off the Southern California coast as the First Fleet completed an eight day exercise with 28 ships and 31 air squadrons. The report notes promotions, awards, and training across several branches including Navy, Army and Marine units.
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