23 Oct 1958
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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1958
Page
1
A 1958 social critique argues workers increasingly own shares through stock purchases, reducing the appeal of class conflict. The piece labels critics as Reds and communists, suggesting broad ownership dulls anti wealth rhetoric. Continued on back page.
Local church youth groups plan a UNICEF drive on Halloween night October 31. UNICEF funds milk food drugs and medical aid for children worldwide. Six hundred children benefit for a few coins. Support them as they knock on doors.
Our correspondent Mrs. Doyle Hudson rushed into the Herald office Monday and asked about a rom item error. The Bridge donation to Community church at Bridge was misreported. it should have read apologize. She is a former proof-reader and understands the challenges of type and proof errors.
A Spotlight analysis claims Walter Reuther and the ADA aim to elect 44 more Democratic candidates across 300 districts, potentially giving them 220 votes. It accuses labor bosses of unlimited funds and political influence to steer Congress, warns of a coming socialist government, and criticizes Democratic leaders for blocking reform measures tied to union power.
A concise aphorism attributed to Johnsen urges constant readiness for death, warning that neglecting preparation is akin to sleeping through danger at the siege and failing in old age.
A humorous line about welfare and taxpayers appears in Chuckles with a quip misattributing a ribald joke to Imogene Peg and Venta M Kelly. The joke plays on a married man knowing where his money went due to his wife spending.
The Housewives For 42 executive committee met at the Security Bank building to plan a December meeting with the State Highway Commission. They will discuss funds for state highway projects for the coming year and urge public support for Highway 42. Free bumper signs are available from local retailers to promote the effort.
The Lions Club will sponsor the annual Sadie Hawkins Day Dance on Saturday November 8 with Sevith Medford Fuller and his orchestra providing music. A grand parade of costumed Dogpatch characters will award prizes, and invited guests including Lions and their wives are urged to attend. The organizing committee is led by Bill[e] as chairman with Jack Sturza Jake Otter Ervin Edwards Jim Howe Charles Wagner Rudy Rocek Art Henry and Buzz Van Fossen.
The League of Women Voters of Coos Bay releases a 3.8 page booklet titled Coos County Government detailing County Court Boards and Commissions Tax Office Highway Department Public Health Juvenile Department County Extension Service administrative officials and more. The brochure lists authors and urges all residents to obtain a copy for 35 cents from The League of Women Voters Coos Bay Ore.
Roseburg attorney Paul Geddes Republican candidate for U S representative in the Fourth District argued against recognizing Communist China in the United Nations during a Caos county visit. He said such recognition would aid global Communist goals and warned non recognition does not mean no trade while criticizing Soviet actions.
State Grange Master Elmer Mc Clure spoke at Broadbent Booster Night on Oct 11. County officials Priscilla Mast and Henry Gustafson announced changes in deputy posts, with Mast succeeding Gustafson. About 75 attendees heard music by the Myrtle Aires Band as pies and coffee followed.
The Oregon Department of Motor Vehicles reports 37 people died in September traffic crashes across the state. Jefferson County had the most deaths with five. the 30 to 39 age group suffered the highest toll, including four infants under four. No fatalities were reported in Coos County.
A Pacific storm cut long distance circuits from Goos Bay to Crescent City about 3:00 a.m. Saturday. Crews began repairs at 6 a.m. and restored service by Sunday evening 6:30 p.m. Microwave links to Bandon and Port Orford were unaffected. Myrtle Point experienced about 40 hours of outage with local lines mostly back by tonight.
All golfers and friends are reminded of the fall tournament dinner at the country club tonight. Refreshment hour runs 7 to 8 with banquet served, then trophies awarded and a program followed by dancing until 1 a.m. Dr Ley, entertainment chair, may serve as toastmaster.
After a Coos County Highway 42 committee session in Coquille, Rep Charles Porter will address the State Highway Commission in Salem today at 2 PM. A delegation of Housewives for 42 from Myrtle Point, including Mrs Paul Hammer and others, plan to attend to hear Porter.
With four days left in buck deer season, the text notes 64 deer and three elk are on ice at a local penguin food lockers facility as of Monday. The fragmentary report hints at a hunting season tally and a unique storage context.
Local feature continues showing area children whose parents opted to publish their photos in The Herald. Additional images capture youngsters and families, with more pictures planned for upcoming issues.
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