Myrtle Point Herald publication line notes
The Myrtle Point Herald lists Publisher Ralph Day George E Scott Editor Shirley Francis Society Editor Marie Nichols production Janice Wilson Rod Slanga Production established 1800 Published every Thursday Myrtle Point Oregon 97458 entered second class postage paid March 3 1897 landmark publication details
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Ralph Day
George E. Scott
Shirley Francis
Marie Nichols
Janice Wilson
Rod Slanga
Myrtle Point
P.O
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Thanksgiving: From Washington to Lincoln and the capitalist tale
A historical overview traces the origins of Thanksgiving from George Washington’s 1789 proclamation to Lincoln’s 1863 annual day. It argues Plymouth Colony’s shift from communal labor to free enterprise under Bradford, linking hardship to early socialist practice and celebrating the nation’s wealth and global sharing as a capitalist holiday.
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United States
George Washington
Abraham Lincoln
Lincoln
Plymouth Rock
William Bradford
Plymouth Plantation
Moratorium on Vietnam protests opposed by Oregon industry leader
Philip N. Bladine urges a strong, productive response to Vietnam war protesters. He defines moratorium as delay and argues it harms problem solving, urging the Silent Majority to display the American Flag and support leadership through continued effort rather than quitting.
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Vietnam
Copyright notices protect authors rights in works
The article explains how Mr Witty failed to protect his early copies with proper copyright notices and the symbol Copr or C, leading to loss of rights when a later publisher copied his work. It emphasizes placing notices on every copy and notes that since 1955 the G symbol gained wider use for international protection.
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Witty
Reevaluating Chemical and Biological Weapons Policy
Washington report argues CBW weapons offer limited or negative value for deterrence in all-out or limited wars. It urges ending production and stockpiling, reducing Vietnam use, and pursuing international disarmament. The piece supports de escalation and calls for continued research only for self protection.
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Vietnam
Myrtle Point Herald Letters Weigh Holiday Gratitude
A reader from Vallejo, California expresses appreciation for the Souvenir Edition of the Coos County Fair and a museum idea for Myrtle Point. The letter favors more museum history coverage and wishes the paper Happy Holidays.
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Coos Co
Coos County
Merth Bead
The
Empire
Oregon
Myrtle Point
Pilgrim Heritage and Thanksgiving Reflections
The text recalls the Pilgrim Fathers facing harsh hardships, noting no health services or government aid, only wilderness and opportunity. It links their courage to modern Thanksgiving reflections, asking readers to consider whether they are worthy of that heritage.
Thoughts From Mary Jane Wilberger Little Red Book
Excerpts from Mary Jane Wilberger's Little Red Book presented by Mayor Ervin Wilberger. reflections on love compassion gossip and faith noting practical ethics and social observations.
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Mary Jane Wilberger
Ervin Wilberger
Eshwin
Christmas Birthday Club and Highways Warnings
Myrtle Pointer features a light tale about a local girl who misnames teachers and celebrates a Christmas birthday, inviting readers to join a Christmas Baby Club. The column also notes rodeo stock from Christensen Bros Rodeo Co with finalists heading to the National Finals Rodeo and offers holiday highway safety tips urging careful driving and seat belt use during Thanksgiving travel.
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Ritchie Francis
Myrtle Point
Elso
Myrtle Pointer
George Scott
Christensen Bros. Rodeo Co
Eugene
Oklahoma City
Okla
Local Notables Plan Sidewalk Improvements in Myrtle Point
Attorney L A Roberts computes a six foot sidewalk around his Maple and 6th Street residence. Dr K A Leep promotes a depot sidewalk project and pledges town support though weather may delay. Want returns for five days starting December 1 to offer large photos rain or shine at set prices.
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Myrtle Point
L.A. Roberts
Maple and
6Th Street
Mental Health Training Programs Highlight School Support
A report from Stanley F. Yolles outlines Mental Health Matters, focusing on training school personnel via the National Institute of Mental Health and new Rochester programs with the University of Rochester. Social work with mothers and schoolchild welfare are also mentioned, with pricing notes for handfills.
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Stanley F. Yolles, M.D
National Institute of Mental Health
Division of Manpower Training Programs
The
Oregon Unemployment up to 3.2 Percent in Week of Nov 10
Oregon unemployment insured rate rose to 3.2 percent for the week ending November 10, up from 2.5 four weeks earlier and 2.2 a year ago. Unemployment claims reached 16,610 versus 11,136 a year earlier, as seasonal cutbacks in lumber, construction, and food processing pushed rates higher.
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Salem
Oregon
Ross Morgan
Morgan
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