Editorial Calls for a clear cut 1952 political choice
An unsigned Myrtle Point Herald editorial argues for a candidate who embodies fundamental Americanism and adherence to the Constitution, urging the Republican Party to nominate a non compromised leader and to unite the people behind a decisive choice in 1952. The piece ends by inviting reader reactions to the editorial proposal.
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Politics as Usual Won’t Solve the 1952 Dilemma
The piece argues party labels matter less to voters than leadership amid a national crisis. It condemns party establishment and calls for a cross party coalition led by a Rooseveltian constitutional- principles ally to restore faith in government.
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Conservative Warning on Denominism in Election Race
British Conservatives alert voters to dangers of a politicized concept called Den ev ism amid a tense election push. The piece notes warnings against relying on public opinion experts rather than the populace and hints at anticipated victory by rivals.
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Toupees
America
Knockin Around Sees China Not Red in Vast Majority
The Oregon Journal essay argues China remains largely non Red with 5.8 million of 450 million population in the movement. It challenges Korea war aims and U S policy noting Yalta Potsdam outcomes, Chiang Kai-shek’s forces, and Formosa as reasons for ongoing tension. It laments Far East policy and hints truth will be revealed.
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Spanish class for Myrtle Point eyed by residents
Local residents seek an evening Spanish class in Myrtle Point. Miss Marjorie Wyatt, a high school Spanish teacher, is eager to lead if enough adults and students sign up at The Herald office. The plan highlights interest in learning Spanish and community initiative.
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Coos County
Ore
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Al and Clayton Mast Lead Late Teeing After Poor Rounds
The account notes a string of poor iron play on Friday while Al fared slightly worse. Saturday evening features Al joining Clayton Mast and Dave Doperalski as Clayton leads early, with Al trailing behind.
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Dave Doperalski
Clayton
The American Way Golf Circle Counts Strokes
The group roams a Saturday golf outing with players including Clayton and Al, posting scores around the forties and fifties. Ritchie Francis reportedly quits golf as his score dampens spirit while others push to learn and improve, hoping for a hole in one before broader gatherings. The day also touches Langlois and a Lake Washington visit with the Lafertys.
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Ritchie Francis
Ritchie
Booths Lincolns and Fords Spark Headlines Across Time
A jumble of references links John Wilkes Booth to Lincoln and Ford across eras. The text notes a Lincoln assassination, a Booth III incident in Virginia, and ongoing newspaper headlines about Booths Lincolns and Fords spanning decades and cities.
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Suffolk Va
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John Adams
Ar and Mrs King Leave California Home After Visit
Ar and Mrs Geo King of Rancho San Carlos Carmel Calif depart for their home following a visit to her mother Mrs Amelia Lafferty of Arago.
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Rancho San Carlos
Carmel
Cal
Amelia Lafferty
Arago
Bashful prize winner and a moonshine joke in old sayings
A quirky column recalls Aunt Addie Geogan of Pine Ridge who won a bashful prize yet stayed seated. A court scene features Joe Joshua answering a judge's joke about a moonshine still. The piece riffs on fatigue and hard boiled types, prosperity, and aging sayings.
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Joe Joshua
Joshua
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