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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1950
Page
3
The Myrtle Point Herald notes the Myrtle Point Union High School Class of 1950 at commencement. It urges graduates to pursue further education, heed the motto to sail beyond the sunset, and prepare for life’s battles with determination and study.
The Coos Bay Harbor remarks prompt a strong rebuke from North Bend editor accusing the Portland Journal of misrepresentation and praising the Journal for standing against deficit spending. The writer cites fourteen years with the Journal and defends its Democratic stance and courage.
A rambling reminiscence recounts four months in Mexico City with a wealthy Spanish family and their servants. The writer contrasts hard labor and poverty with American democracy, noting local disparities and calling for continued support of European aid while warning against overreliance on loans. The piece shifts to political reflections about recent elections and party loyalties, concluding with a plea for readers to renew subscriptions to The Herald.
The budget committee of Myrtle Point Oregon announces a budget hearing on June 12, 1950 at 8:00 am daylight saving time in the City Hall Council Room. Taxpayers may discuss and be heard regarding the proposed tax levy or levies. The city reports no outstanding bonded indebtedness. Details appear in the budget exhibit and schedules.
A letter from Mrs A Dodge in South Gate praises the Herald editorial and requests three copies for friends after receiving a Talisman rose. The page also notes local readers sharing opinions and a column by J Kahut on boxing. Readers urge engagement and warn against criticizing contributors.
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