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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Enterprise
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1914
Page
4
The Charleston News and Courier notes that everyday troubles, though seemingly large at times, are ordinary life incidents magnified by mood and conditions. By examining trials calmly, individuals can gain insight and resilience rather than letting feelings dominate.
The speaker asserts some women constantly stir up trouble to seek the presidency, while men push for office to gain power and a share of influence.
Public notices highlight candidates’ value of publicity as newspapers offer free editorial space. The article notes the corrupt practice act limits on spending and questions why printers and advertisers push free copy that tempts candidates to exceed limits.
The Cottage Grove Sentinel argues newspapers offer cheaper reach to voters than printed circulars and stamps. It says newspapers give candidates more value for money, engage country editors, and can boost coverage and reader interest more effectively.
A local feller complains that some politicians consistently fool the public and profit from it, calling out ongoing schemes and money-making tactics at the public’s expense.
A Texas railroad case before the railroad commissioners features Mr Hill defending railroad advertising as a tool to educate farmers. Commissioner Mayfield questions the costs, while others defend funded ads and counteracting prejudice with facts, citing a Leslie’s Weekly praise of railroads.
An editorial questions the profitability of newspaper ventures. It cites historical statistics showing high failure rates for new papers and argues that many early owners faced losses, with few remaining in debt or still owning the business.
A St. Louis physician reports evidence that flies acquire infection in the larva stage from contaminated fowls, reinforcing the view that flies help spread infantile paralysis. The Philadelphia Press notes the advancing theory and public health concern.
There is widespread catarrh believed incurable in earlier times, now claimed as constitutional. Trall's Catarrh Cure by F J Cuney & Co of Toledo is advertised as the only constitutional treatment, taken internally to affect blood and mucous surfaces. Claimed success and testimonials are offered, with a call to send for free samples.
The note urges cleanliness to prevent infantile paralysis, stressing flies breeding in foul manure as the danger. It calls for prompt cleaning and secure covering to eradicate fly exposure. The Parent-Teachers Association meets at the high school Friday at 3:30 PM, and Mr. and Mrs Walter Laird have returned from Roseburg.
Notice of Final Account informs that Henry A Schroeder as administrator of Mary E Wyland’s estate has filed a final account with Coos County Oregon and a May 4 1914 hearing is set before Judge John F Hall for objections and settlement.
Notice from Myrtle Point Oregon Coos County for a April 14 1914 bond election to raise 15000 for sewerage system with bonds payable 30 years and 6 percent interest. Also estate final accounting hearing April 1 1914 and property owner rubbish removal order. Political announcements for local offices appear with primary dates May 15 1914 and 16 1914 and a summons in circuit court for J B Luttrell vs F A Turner with a judgment of 362.02 sought and attached property described.
A card of thanks from Joseph Hay of Myrtle Point Transfer Line expresses gratitude and requests continued trade. A separate notice from the U S Land Office in Roseburg, Oregon, dated March 23 1914, announces James Hermann Anderson of Arago Oregon filing for Final Five Year Proof on his homestead claim for Lot NE of SE of Sec 17 T29S R13W Willamette Meridian with witnesses named and a May 8 1914 hearing in Myrtle Point Oregon.
The Myrtle Point Cannery property in Coos County Oregon will be sold to satisfy a judgment. Service of the summons is by publication under an order by Judge John S Coke of the Circuit Court. Publication runs weekly in the Myrtle Point Enterprise for six weeks starting March 12 1914. J O Stemmler attorney for plaintiff.
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