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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1951
Page
3
A fragmented Myrtle Point Herald text discusses population, mall management, and a ranchers association. It references the American Press Association and concerns about fire preparations and control measures.
A historical editorial argues the 1913 income tax amendment was a constitutional error. It warns of government overreach to tax the rich and fund welfare schemes, labeling such measures as socialism and a step toward economic chaos.
The piece argues against higher taxes on the rich, citing 1830s reform aims for a 25 percent cap to preserve revenue and incentive. It warns that overtaxing the wealthy shifts burden to the poor, citing Britain’s experience where the rich were wiped out and workers suffered.
The writer recalls logging trips through Coos County, noting burned stumps and salvaged cords amid new seedlings, the value of forests, and dangers from fire. They describe ghost towns, rail camps, and the Eden Ridge to Agness-Powers route, meeting Pete Pointer and opening talks of a Spanish class in Myrtle Point, with a family update on Hal’s Mexico City baby post surgery.
Coquille Valley artists display paintings weaving and ceramics at the American Legion hall in Coquille. Mrs Achie Walker demonstrates weaving as 70 members study drawing and textile arts. The event showcases local and national flowers in art and lasts with visitors enjoying hot coffee.
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