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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1952
Page
6
The piece condemns President Harry for a mudslinging campaign that funds a special train and attacks the Republican rival. It attacks Truman for pressuring Amar to accept the nomination and claims the voters were bypassed, continuing on pages six.
A column rails at Senator Wayne Morse over campaign fund fuss and Eisenhower ties while lampooning political spin. The piece recalls a China boy gag and ends with mention that sample ballots are available.
The Oregon junior senator Morse is criticized for deserting Eisenhower over disagreements and endorsing Adlai Stevenson. The piece condemns Morse as hypocritical for his past support, calls Ike’s ticket unity sensible, and argues Morse’s stance risks public trust despite Oregon’s strong Ike support.
The Lions propose a 24000 dollar financing scheme with the club underwriting 10000 and other groups covering 14000. Civic support is expected to be strong as a community building is badly needed and subscriptions are anticipated, with all organizations urged to cooperate. Coaches discuss high school athletics, noting a rebuilding football program and optimistic basketball prospects as several players show promise.
Myrtle Point community reduces moral questions to a Monday evening union meeting at First Presbyterian. Bills 326 and 329 would amend the state constitution. churches urge a Yes on 326 banning pari mutuel betting and a No on 329 allowing sales by the glass. Rev Oscar Payne will present details and discussion will follow.
Coos county fair board reports a final payment of 4155.55 from the Oregon Fairs association to total 12800 for 1952 with 460 800 allocated statewide from pari mutuel revenues. Funds support premiums and maintenance while Smith warns removal would force higher taxes or a scaled back fair.
The Myrtle Point Community Chest drive, planned for the week of May 10 to 15, was approved unanimously at the Arnold Melby home. The goal totals 2500 with allocations for local needs state charities Salvation Army Boy Scouts and 4 H clubs. Officers nominated include Bill Dayton for president and Mrs A L Powrie for vice president.
William Edgar Williams 57 died from injuries after loading a horse onto his truck at Mast hospital. Funeral services were held at Schroeder Funeral home with the Elks lodge of Coos Bay in charge. Interment followed in Norway Cemetery. Williams, longtime Myrtle Point resident since 1926, was in the Oregon livestock business and served in World War I. Survived by wife Bessie Haymes, daughter Mrs. Burl Caudle, one grandson, and four brothers J Lester Los Angeles R Fred Bend J Lee and Harry Burns.
Blood donors are asked to register at the Security Bank and post office this Thursday Friday and Saturday. Robert Belloni, newly appointed local chairman, replaces Lewis Knight who is away. The appeal notes a critical need due to Terrific Weed action and hundreds of soldiers wounded, calling for increased blood donations.
City leaders and church representatives debated Sunday closing at a round table. Attendants including Mayor Mitch Myers and City Attorney Dunn discussed the issue, noting state liquor commission regulation and business cooperation for closing hours. The council approved the site for a community building in Myrtle Park.
Babson poll projects General Eisenhower winning the 1952 election with at least 304 electoral votes and a 5 percent popular lead excluding toss-up states. The piece notes potential near-term campaign developments could shift results, but doubt a major event would alter the recall. It discusses Babsonpoll methodology aiming to reduce sampling error and compares voter strength for each candidate.
Mrs. Charles Ford of Eugene, affiliate Milk Campaign Committee of Oregon, urged support for the proposed milk production act No 332 yes No 333 no on the November ballot. She claimed the measure would guarantee producers costs of production and protect them through the courts if needed.
Attorney Jack Dunn former city attorney and longtime council candidate filed his petition to run for mayor succeeding Mitch Myers. Dunn served in Army Intelligence during World War II and is active in local groups including the Lions Club.
Rep Harris Ellsworth of Oregon’s Fourth District visits Myrtle Point in Coos County for a campaign stop. He dined with Ed Roberts as part of his effort to win re election while The Herald promises a report on his congressional record in next week’s issue.
The Oregon State Game Commission clashes with Governor McKay over forest land closure for hunting. An added buck season runs west of the Cascades from October 33 to November 2, while deer dates close October 18 to 20 in Klamath and Lake counties. West of the Cascades no hunting October 21 and 22 for hunter’s choice.
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