01 Sep 1960
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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1960
Page
1
Two letters from Myrtle Point readers defend and oppose fluoridation. Dr Harold L Frederick argues lifetime benefits and low cost, while Mrs Ed Roberts cites President Eisenhower’s physician and urges caution, casting doubt on fluoridated water safety.
Reader argues fluoridation is safe and cost effective, citing AMA and ADA endorsements, while weighing health and religious rights. Letter cites studies, costs, and practical benefits of fluoridated water as a public health measure.
Letters to the editor argue fluoride in drinking water prevents dental decay by up to 60 percent and is a public issue for voters and representatives. The writer counterclaims a previous anonymous letter misrepresented fluoride, noting health benefits and dismissing jokes about sleeping pills.
A donated anti fluoridation work titled The American Fluoridation Experiment has not circulated in Myrtle Point. A local doctor borrowed it but has not returned it, and questions arise whether the book is kept from circulation by design or due to oversight despite State Library permission for circulation.
A fragment from a Herald column cites editor notes stating that reader comments on nutrition books are reviews rather than book content. It mentions obtaining the writer's name from the Herald and references human and animal nutrition.
Fragmentary note mentions a figure of 42 000000 and references Mexico with plans to allow 10 days to start, offering a free ride the first mile out of town and a ride or "ceet to rushna" upon getting up. No clear individuals or organizations.
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