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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1955
Page
9
Oregon health officials report heart and vessel diseases as the leading local cause of death, with 5 539 cases, followed by cancer 2 210 and other illnesses. American Heart Association aims to fight the problem through research education and community programs, directing most 1955 funds locally.
A guest editorial from Southern on Houndsmen Bateman Mayne criticizes poison baits as ineffective and cruel. The letter cites livestock losses and dog harm, urging humane, nonpoison methods and defending training hounds for predator control.
A historical note describes tensions between ranchers and a dog control board in Coco County over coyote management. Hunters seek land access, reject poisoning, favor non lethal controls, and call for responsible predator management that protects stock dogs while allowing hunting rights.
The report lists Mr and Mrs Lyman Rolfe and Mr and Mrs Carey Bones plus Mary Helen of Powers among residents connected to the case. Irene and Irene Grant are noted as daughters in the segment, indicating a family grouping within the local community.
The excerpt notes visits by Mr. and Mrs. Ray Grant and Wansell Parker in Portland with the nurses trainees, plus a weekend guest, Guy Heed Jr., at his parents’ Valeetz home in Oregon.
Mrs. Chris Ralph and family express heartfelt thanks to friends and neighbors for kindness during illness and death of Seeband Tad. Grateful for flowers and sympathy.
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