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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1970
Page
2
A 1970 Christmas reflection recalls Santa Claus childhood memories and the spirit of giving. It urges renewing faith rededicating to better world goals and prayers for those in bondage citing Isaiah 9 6 and the manger star of Bethlehem.
A local columnist lists humorous gift requests for friends and neighbors in Myrtle Point including Ben Nichols water system for Chet, Weed security system, Curt Beckham Wild West yarns, Milton Schroeder limousine service, and others. Wishes extend to office machines, rewiring, funding plants, and a peaceful year ahead for readers.
Oregon Public Utilities Commissioner Sam Haley faces a clash between environmental opponents of subsidies and business interests. A proposed rule would standardize promotional spending by gas and electric utilities, limiting subsidies to builders while cutting costs for customers. Regulators in several states oppose heavy subsidies, with NARUC backing a model resolution though utilities warn of drastic budget cuts.
Oregon officials clash over regulation and promotional embargoes for energy producers. Critics warn Haleys stance could worsen power shortages while supporters argue for law based decisions and public input amid gas and oil declines. The debate touches jobs, environment, and the role of public utilities in a tightening market.
The national Interstate Highway System is a federal state partnership. The Federal government covers about 90 percent of costs while states pay 10 percent. Routes and design set by federal standards and funded by fuel and vehicle taxes. The system should reach 48 000 miles and carry a fifth of traffic, reducing annual traffic collisions and improving mobility nationwide.
Dellenback supports five year extension of the highway trust fund to finance interstate improvements and study new financing options. He notes Oregon’s needs beyond interstate routes, calls for mass transit in some areas, better east-west highways in Southwestern Oregon, and port access to Coos Bay. He credits the bill for environmental focus and urges future measures to strengthen national transportation networks.
Pacific Power & Light assures ample energy reserves for the region this winter and beyond. Don Frisbee, its president, states there will be no power shortage, citing BPA forecasts of adequate generating capacity and supply in the Pacific Northwest.
The provided text is fragmented and unclear about specific events or facts. It appears to mention policing tasks like washing police cars and litter basket duties, along with references to reckless driving and a youth court session, but lacks concrete details, dates, names, or locations to form a coherent news item.
Governor Tom McCall helps start a one day Coffee Break fundraiser to aid the Kidney Association of Oregon. Restaurants donate coffee sales to fund home dialysis programs and a statewide drive aiming to raise 150000 dollars for patient treatment and equipment.
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