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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1963
Page
4
A letter from Tommyrot protests Oregon's October 15 special election on a $60 million tax to balance the state budget. The writer scorns politicians from both parties, cites past salary increases, warns of future spending, and urges voters to cast a strong No vote to curb deficit spending and protect future generations.
The piece argues that dire state economies from Salem tax cuts could push voters toward a no decision. In Coos county a yes is seen as raising property taxes if school funding is cut, with residents split between supporting reductions and opposing cuts to colleges and basic schooling.
In a tense fourth quarter the Douglas Trojans overcame an 18-14 deficit with two quick touchdowns including a late drive culminating in a 20-18 comeback win over Myrtle Point. Key plays featured Dan Withers connecting with Jim Heard and a sequence of drives by Douglas’ backfield to seize momentum and the lead.
Incomplete report describes Hatfield rushing and passing plays toward the end zone. Neal and Neugart are mentioned as ball carriers and receivers during a late drive with penalties moving the ball.
Deer hunter Henry Larmon took a rock Creek outing and bagged a large black bear with meat praised as tender by a neighbor. Fire at Andy Anderson home was contained by a truck driver and Bridge Patrol. another fire previously destroyed their cold storage plant. Glen Masett undergoes surgery at Mast hospital. local events include Bridge T.P.O. meeting and church workday. football results with Arago and Powers. July August September Grange birthday potluck. William Farmer suffers a compound leg fracture in a woods accident.
Opening of the hunting season stalls the Coquille Valley Golf and Country Club championship, with top players pausing for deer season. In the championship flight Gary Morris faces Don Aasen, and George Linn meets the victor of Milt Roth and Don Young. Other flights await deer season decisions.
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