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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1945
Page
4
In a week of discussion the public lines up behind more regulation and control of drinking places and pool halls. Citizens say current laxity allows drift from bad to worse, while regular patrons acknowledge the need for decency and order without closing them.
A local voice urges better enforcement of existing laws on beer parlors and pools halls, favors uniformed police on night duty, and resists new ordinances. The piece argues discipline, public conduct, and shared values sustain orderly towns amid wartime strains. It also notes a National Family Week effort led by faith groups to support wholesome home life.
Harrie Ellsworth reports from Capitol Hill that the House of Representatives is fraught with daily clashes between Democrats and Republicans. Despite favorable war news and spring weather, tensions rise and a brief recess is urged to prevent fatigue from affecting major measures like the Bretton Woods agreement.
The Republican Congressional Food Study committee, with the secretary at the helm, reports near completion of its organizational setup for this term. It plans to delve deeply into several topics in the coming weeks around Easter, with continued coverage anticipated on page 5.
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