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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Enterprise
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1913
Page
4
James Whitcomb Riley writes about the relief and silent comfort found in a simple touch. The speaker notes sadness and hardship, yet believes friendship offers solace and a better world, guided by a benevolent God.
Plans for the first prize exhibit at the second annual Coos and Curry County Fair are underway with local organizers outlining categories and entry timelines. Community members are invited to submit handcrafted works and farm produce for judging at the county fairgrounds.
A reflective meditation urges keeping a daily worry journal to track small annoyances and see how quickly they fade. It compares everyday troubles to a fly on a bald head and suggests recording events to reveal their true impact. The piece emphasizes forgetting as a blessing and the importance of perspective.
Advertisement states a one hundred dollar reward for any case of catarrh not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. The offer targets readers seeking a remedy and promotes the product with a monetary incentive.
Harlan Read argues that trust underpins all business and finance. A bank or store may appear solvent, but loss of confidence invites receivership and ruin. A man with a good word remains a valuable asset beyond money.
The text urges dropping petty worries and vexations. It promotes focusing on the greatest good for the Myrtle Point Section and all districts, urging earnest, essential effort as if each person must perform a noble task for the world.
The author argues that reading strengthens mind body and spirit and warns against poor literacy choices. Myrtle Point has a foundation for a good public library and calls for strong community backing to help it grow.
A concise reflection on speech as more than chatter, urging speech to match life’s vigor and inspire noble acts through clear, purposeful communication.
L A Roberts administrator of the estate files a final account in Coos County Oregon. The hearing on objections and settlement is set for September 2, 1913 at the courthouse, Judge John F Hall presiding. First publication July 31, 1913.
Notice is given that Thomas H. Johnston of Portland Oregon filed on June 11 1912 an Application to Purchase under section 2347 U S Revised Statutes for lands in Section 30 Township 32 Range 11 Willamette Meridian. All persons adverse or wishing to object must file affidavits of protest within 30 days after first issue. Registered by B F Jones Register.
A 1918 summary explains that the master may dismiss a servant for disobedience and that the duty to obey is fundamental. It notes cases of farm laborers, coaches, salesmen, and others where single acts of disobedience justified dismissal, while exceptions exist for unreasonable or unlawful orders and duties beyond the employment scope.
Summons in equity for divorce with custody claim against Oscar Garman. Plaintiff Osa Garman seeks dissolution of marriage, alimony, and support for their minor child Freda Garman. Publication authorized by Judge John F Hall, Myrtle Point Enterprise.
Notice is given that Sarah J. Fisher of Eugene Oregon filed an application for timber and land in Township 29 S Range 10 W Willamette Meridian Lot 1 2 NE quarter Section 24. The land and timber were appraised at 315 35 with timber estimated 720000 board feet at 40 cents. Final proof to be made August 22 1918 before Lane County Clerk Eugene Oregon. Protest or contest may be filed prior to patent issue.
Notice from the United States Land Office Roseburg Oregon that David Russel Bryant of Bridge Oregon filed August 27 1912 Sworn Statement and Application No 0827 to purchase Lots 6 7 8 and SWS Section 24 Township 29S Range 10 West Willamette Meridian with timber thereon under Timber and Stone Law. Land and timber valued at 400 00 and 730000 board feet timber at 40 cents per M. Final proof to be made August 22 1913 before United States Commissioner E A Dodge Myrtle Point Oregon. Contests possible before patent issues by corroborated affidavit. B F Jones Register.
Nancy M. Keeler sues S. R Keeler for divorce in Coos County Oregon. The order directs publication in Must Point Enterprise Myrtle Point for six weeks from July 10 1918. Defendants deadline to answer is August 21 1918 and relief includes restoration of the plaintiff name and costs.
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