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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1970
Page
4
Frances M Watts advises homemakers on durable press fabrics and simple patterns for voiles while outlining how to count food dollars. She warns about credit card risks, urges immediate notice of loss, and stresses tracking charges to limit personal liability.
The Lovegren family of Portland argues a federal rule omits burial memorial costs when remains are never recovered after a Vietnam helicopter crash. A Portland Oregonian letter prompted Defense Department confirmation that new legislation is needed to correct the oversight and reimburse memorial expenses.
The Lovegrens helped spark a 1969 push to amend the U.S. Code to cover expenses for U.S. Armed Forces members when no remains are recovered. The bill, H.R. 11876, passed the House by voice vote on June 15 after hearings in April. a Senate version exists. The senator praises citizen involvement and notes retroactivity to 1961.
Robert S. LaVelle of Myrtle Palm congregation is named assistant overseer of the installation department for the 1970 Men of Goodwill District Assembly at Lane County Fairgrounds Eugene June 25 28. He will help direct volunteers in erecting the convention structure including 20 departments with emphasis on cafeteria and stage construction.
Earl Curtis a renowned potter and teacher from San Francisco will lead a four week ceramic pottery workshop at Southwestern Oregon Community College starting July 20. Courses offer credit or noncredit options with fees up to 86 dollars and 12 dollars respectively. Additional art workshops in painting design and sculpture are listed with schedules and fees.
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