23 Oct 1952
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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1952
Page
1
The piece denounces Harry for chartering a special train and using citizens’ money in a mudslinging tour against the Republican candidate. It accuses Truman of pressuring a reluctant party member into the presidency and of undermining public faith with a national smear campaign.
A chaotic column targets Wayne Morse amid campaign finance flap and endorsements. It likens Morse to a China boy on trial and ends with a note about the availability of sample ballots for the upcoming election.
The editorial accuses Wayne Morse of hypocrisy for backing Adlai Stevenson and deserting Ike after aiding his nomination. It denounces Morse as treacherous, likening him to Judas and predicting a political backlash in Oregon and beyond. It highlights Eisenhower's stance on party candidates and cites Morse’s split with the GOP.
The Lions club proposes a $24,000 financing plan for a new community building with $10,000 underwritten by the club and $14,000 to be subscribed by other organizations and individuals. Civic support is expected to be strong, aiding completion. Coaches Clyde Anderson Kay Peterson Robert Hoef Norman York discuss athletic prospects and a rebuilding football schedule, noting signed optimism for future stars and surprises in basketball.
A union meeting at First Presbyterian Myrtle Point Monday evening at 745 will discuss bills 326 and 329. Bill 326 would ban pari mutuel betting on racing. bill 329 would legalize sales by the glass with a constitutional amendment. Attendees urged to vote No on 329. discussion planned with Rev. Oscar Payne present.
County fair board president Sam Dement received word from Oregon Fairs Association secretary Howard G. Smith that the county will obtain a final 1962 payment of 4155.55 from pari-mutuel racing funds to total 12800 for the year. The funds support premiums new construction and maintenance. If revenue is removed counties must raise taxation or accept sub standard fairs.
The Myrtle Point Community Chest drive is set for November 10 through 15 with a $2500 goal. Local chief Bill Dayton is elected president, with Mrs A L Powrie as vice president and Mrs Arnold Melby scheduling the drive actions.
William Edgar Williams 57 died at Mast hospital after injuries from loading a horse onto his truck. Funeral held at Schroeder Funeral Home with Elks Lodge Coos Bay in charge. Interment in Norway Cemetery. A Myrtle Point resident since 1926, he was in the livestock business and former World War I service member. Survived by wife Bessie Haymies, daughter Byrd Caudle, a grandson, and four brothers in Oregon and California.
Blood donors are urged to register at security Bank and the post office this Thursday Friday and Saturday. Robert Belloni has been named local drive chairman as donor numbers rise to meet wartime needs to aid wounded soldiers.
A round table discussion among city officials and church representatives explored Sunday closing. Arguments cited free choice, worker schedules, shopping needs, travel require ments, and gas and beer sales. City Attorney Dunn noted beer parlors fall under state regulation while business groups were urged to coordinate closing times. The council approved the Myrtle Kirk community building site and listed local leaders present.
Babson predicts General Eisenhower as next U S president with at least 304 electoral votes and a 5 percent popular vote edge. The poll notes possible shifts from forthcoming events and stresses sample control over voter type.
Oregon voters face two dairy questions Nos 332 YES and 333 NO on the November ballot. Mrs. Charles Ford representing the Affiliated Milk Campaign argues the act guarantees producers' costs of production and court protection, contrasting with current price controls and criticizing quota pooling as bureaucratic.
Attorney Jack Dunn former city attorney and longtime resident filed his petition for mayor to succeed J M Calewis Myers. He is a Mason Legionnaire and former Army Intelligence officer with two children and active in the Myrtle Point Lions club. A hunting note recalls local deer season antics with colorful local humor.
Rep Harris Ellsworth, congressman for the Fourth District, visited Myrtle Point Tuesday evening. He dined with Ed Roberts and campaigned for reelection. The Herald promises more about his record in next week’s issue as this issue is jammed.
Lans Leneve accuses Governor McKay of political maneuvering as the Oregon Game Commission proposes an extended buck season west of the Cascades while closing dates in Klamath and Lake counties. Hunter access hinges on rain and the rutting period, raising questions about safety and conservation.
A damaged clipping reads fragmented letters and resembles a street speed advertisement. The readable fragments hint at a car or street sign but lack clear names or dates. The piece offers no concrete event or outcome.
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