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December 7, 2012
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Editorial: Roses & thorns

ROSE Togs for tots Many of us were fortunate enough to grow up in homes where Christmas morning (or eve) yielded an array of presents. Most of them delightfully frivolous. Yet as many Douglas County teachers know, frivolity is in short supply in the lives of many young residents here. Many county children not only own few toys or gadgets, but also lack the basics. Regular meals. New shoes, jackets, pants or shirts. Places to live. The Myrtle Creek Fire Department takes on one of those basics each year through its Clothe-A-Child program. Founded 20 years ago by an elementary …

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The News-Review Updated Dec 7, 2012 10:43AM Published Dec 17, 2012 01:54PM Copyright 2012 The News-Review. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.