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Newspaper

Myrtle Point Herald

Location

Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Jan 31, 1929

Page

7

Millage Fails to Increase University of Oregon Funding

Dr James H. Gilbert of the University of Oregon warns that millage taxes on higher education fall short as state wealth and assessed values change. He cites 2013 and 1938 estimates showing wealth totals and suggests a plan to provide financial aid to keep the university efficient. The data illustrate how current yields lag behind potential due to tax structure.

University of Oregon Eugene Aome James H. Gilbert College of Liberaliits and Sciences Department of Economics Oulbert U. S. Cenusus Oregon Industrial Conference Board Gilbert

Drugs in Modern Use Familiar to Ancients

Dr. Charles Singer notes about thirty percent of modern medicines trace to remote antiquity. Egyptian papyri list Aloos caraway castor oil coriander dill fennel juniper mint myrrh turpentine and minerals like salta of cover and lead. Assyrian tablets reference many Egyptian drugs plus almond oil anigaibanum Acorice and minerals such as alum and bitumen still used today. Early Indian medicinal herbs are also still in use in scientific medicine.

Charles Singer Oxford University Press Blnoger

Pride in His Job and the Marks of Craft

A Forbes Magazine excerpt asserts pride in work, noting how draftsmen, machinists, and stonemasons imprint personality into blueprints, tool marks, and typewritten sheets. It argues that every craftsman reveals spiritual qualities through their craft.

Charles Stelae la Forbes Magasine

University Regents Urge Aid For Work At Oregon Extension

University of Oregon officials ask for a continuing 60 000 appropriation to finance the extension division. They cite rising attendance and the need to maintain service without burdening the general fund, noting Oregon State College receives federal and state support totaling 60 000 annually.

University of Oregon Eugene University of Oregon Extension Division Regenta Hall Portland Oregon Oregon State Agricultural College General Millage Fund Beause

Motorist Claims Scream Saved Street Window Crash

An Indy motorist who veered across a street and smashed a plate glass window faced police questioning. The sergeant pressed why the driver did not prevent the accident, and the driver replied I screamed as loud as I could to warn others.

Indy

Red Cross Emblem Tied to Humane Work in Crees Report

The article describes the Red Cross as an emblem guiding humane actions. It notes the society’s aim to protect animals and promote welfare through its humanitarian efforts.

American Blue Cross Society Motes Animal Protection Humane’ Basta

6 Point High School Basketball Fund Drive Ends Soon

The 6 Point High School basketball team relies on ticket sales and student backing to boost season morale. With tickets selling quickly, the community is urged to show support, proving belief in the players as they strive for a strong finish.

Rene Mapper

Willamette Glee Club to Perform in Series Auditorium

The Willamette Boy's Glee Club will give a concert in the Series Auditorium on Wednesday February to entertain lovers of singing. Many repeat performers return from two years ago and the program promises a pleasing evening. A brief intermission is planned during the Glee Club performance. A play advertisement will precede the show on February 21 at the same theater.

Willamette Boy's Glee Club Selies Sae Theater Caa T

Myrtle Point Beats Marshfield In League Showdown

Myrtle Point High School defeated Marshfield here last Friday to remain atop the league standings. Led by Druliner at forward, Myrtle Point showed superior teamwork and shooting compared to Marshfield, coached by Osborn.

Myrtle Point Asion High School Babtaige Myrtle Point Osborn Marshfield Myrtle Point High Desives Lever Bay Druliner

Life in the Middle Ages A Miserable Day to Day

A historical view describes life in the Middle Ages as harsh with low life expectancy and widespread poverty. It paints cottages with dirt floors and thatch roofs, straw clothing for the poor, scarce food, and smoke-filled homes. It notes men dying by forty and women earlier, citing a 19th century observer.

J. Frederick New Age

Editorial asserts sacrifice fuels progress in science

The Liberty editorial argues that progress stems from experiment and sacrifice, framing governmental and social challenges as obstacles to scientific development. It contends that bold, costly efforts advance knowledge and innovation, even amid resistance.

Hasel Ripe Descent Recalls School Honors and Events

A fragmented passage reflects on Hasel and a series of events and honors tied to school life. The text hints at past achievements and the arc of recognition within the educational community.

Hasel Sur

New sewing class develops for letter writing workers

Riverton and Allee workers labor on letter writing sections with regular business letter heads. The program promises a great advantage to them, expanding clothing production. The Clothing 11 class shifts from woolen goods to advanced children's clothing.

Riverton

New Library Adds Spark Student Interest This Year

The school library welcomes many new books this year and notes a growing collection. Some copies remain unloaned as students need library cards to borrow them. Educators urge careful handling and pride in the expanded reading resources.

Gems of Every Kind Appealed to Beecher Sermons in Ettones

Dr George F Kuns recalls Ward Beecher collecting tiny gems that inspired sermons and benevolence. Beecher carried and traded these stones in public as tokens of beauty, often buying and gifting them to friends while insisting each piece could start a personal collection. He reflected on aging and time shaping the Creator’s treasures.

Beecher Tenry Ward Beecher Mart George F. Kuns

Fragmentary Loosely Related Text Appears in Copy

A garbled OCR like snippet shows incomplete phrases and scattered words. It lacks clear names, places, dates, or events to identify a coherent news item or subject for a proper card.

Flavirene Care Tips From Behoo of Home Eeonemics

Wipe Flavirene items clean and rub with a small amount of grease when not in use to keep them in good condition. The guidance appears to come from Behoo of Home Eeonemics.

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