Gravel Ford Notes And Local Happenings
Gravel Ford reports include Mrs Albert Bright ill but improving, a new baby girl born November 24, and visits by Rev Lingenfelter and others. Walter Robison butchered hogs, Albert Bright works on Frank Moser’s boat, and Electa Brady returns home. Bridge and Yale brief items share school news, visits, and social events, with Santa Claus delivering candy and a community birthday gathering.
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Gravel Ford Gems
Gravel Ford
Albert Bright
Lingenfelter
Walter Robinson
Mallen
Fred Moser
Rev. Waymire
U. B
Dorothy Langlois
Electa Brady
Geo. Mullen
Coquille
Frank Moser
Mr. Nelson
Pete Byér
Hazel Mullen
Walter’ Robison
Ndrew Maiden
Jackson
Ward
Myrtle Point
Elisa Culbertson
Jacksonville
Surprise Party McKinley Special Birthday
Mrs. Arthur Brown marked her 39th birthday on November 30 with a surprise party. The event occurred as she prepared for her weekly washing.
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McKinley
Arthur Brown
Obituary of Daniel J. Taylor Known as Uncle Dan
Daniel J. Taylor known as Uncle Dan died November 23 1915 at Gravel Ford Oregon aged 90 years 1 month and 27 days. He and his twin brother settled in Coos county teaching and serving as United Brethren Church members. Funeral by Rev T W Ward with interment at Dora cemetery. survived by many friends and neighbors.
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D. J. Taylor
Gravel Ford
Daniel J. Taylor
Dan” Taylor
Land of Light
Oregon
Dan
Coos County
North Fork
Coquille River
United Brethren Church
Joe
Ed Olson
T. W. Ward
Dora Cemetery
Local notes from Myrtle Point and surrounding towns
Elder C. H. Barklow led services at Powers last Sunday. A consignment of human hair switches arrived at Houge's Barn on Sunday December 5 to Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Johnson of Lee, a son. Various residents visit, travel, and conduct business in Powers, Coquille, Marshfield, Bandon, and Myrtle Point. The W C T U chapter meets December 14. Swan and Neer plan a cat market at Spruce street. J C Neer and Roy Swan lease a building for a butcher shop remodel near the Myrtle Point Mercantile Co.
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Love Lee
Wiley Sumerlin
Myrtle Point
Mack Baker
May Clark
Emma Schneider
Hardy Mast
Claude Waters
Coquille City
J. E. Conger
Norway
J. S. Clinton
Clarence Johnson
Joe Sumerlin
Alvin Sumerlin
Nevada
California
James Hervey, Jr
Santa Claus
C. H. Barklow
Powers
Houge
Lee
Geo
John Hogan
Marshfield
W. C. Chase
Coquille
Coquille Telephone Co
F. C. Reed
Bandon
Harry Luttrell
Mendocino County
Mabel Billings
North Fork
Ansen Bros
Walter Lawhorn
Cedar Point
Sid L. Williams
Estabrook Tte
Broadbent
D. E. Norcross
Kelso
Washington
W. T. Lehnherr
Triangle Ranch
Swan & Neer
Spruce Street
Wm. Chandler
Umpqua Forest Reserve
J. C. Neer
Roy Swan
Myrtle
Card of Thanks from Abbie Elwood Pupils
We thank friends for attending Saturday evening program and the Mothers' Club for their generous support and lunch after the program.
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Reiner
Abbie Elwood
White Cap Feud In Indiana Spurs Outlaw Raids And Narrow Escapes
In southern Indiana, White Cap raids ignite local feuds as Kentucky and Tennessee settlers clash with youths. A chase follows with Ray Brown wounded, Jim and John Barbour guiding a group through cliffs and forests toward safety near Falling Spring Hollow, relying on stealth, signaling calls, and family aid.
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Indiana
Kentucky
Tennessee
White Cap
White Caps
Wyman
Marsh Howland
Ray Brown
Black Hawk
Jim Barbour
Ray
Jim
Eckley
Uncle Jim
Duke” Holloway
Seth
Sam
Seth Brown
Elmer
McGuffin
Aunt Liz
John
Xnee
Myrtle Point Drugstore Promotes Adler-i-ka Remedy
Exclusive Myrtle Point agents advertise Adler-i-ka a simple bark glycerine bowel cleanser claimed to relieve almost any constipation and stomach discomfort with immediate action. The notice stresses safety and instant relief features attributed to N. G. W. Perkins, druggist.
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Adlerka
N. G. W. Perkina
Jurors Named for Winter Circuit Term
Sheriff’s office releases the list of jurors drawn for the winter term of the Circuit Court set to convene Monday December 13. Names include H H Sanford Myrtle Point W Ingersoll Lakeside Clarke Hull Riverton S S Reed Myrtle Point E A Wimner Arago Chas Heller McKinley J C Oster Bandon and others across Marshfield Bandon Coquille North Bend and surrounding communities.
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Uille
Sheriff's Office
Circuit Court
H.H. Sanford
Myrtle Point
W. Ingersoll
Lakeside
Clarke Hull
Riverton
S. S. Reed
E. A. Wimner
Arago
Chas. Heller
McKinley
J. C. Oster
Bandon
W. J. Cosmey
Marshfield
W. F. Ebbecka
W. J. Sabin
O. W. Thompson
Z. T.siglin
Steve Minard
Dora
Geo. Diverbliss
Templeton
Thomaz Lawrence
Allegany
Matt Storn
North Bend
H. J. Russell
Sumner
Christine
J. T
Harrigan
Local Notes Spur Dinner Plans and Welcome Visits
The page notes inviting friends for chicken dinners and casual visits at home. It highlights warm, neighborly chatter about gatherings and hosting staples, reflecting a small town daily rhythm of social calls and shared meals.
Early Days in Myrtle Point Section Report
In 1897 local notes report Elsie Lewellen recovering, sidewalk and crosswalk construction aiding the Myrtle Point streets. City finances show debt halved to 300 dollars while no municipal taxes have been levied since incorporation. Local figures include W T Dement finalizing homestead proof and a church revival attendance amid river freshet.
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W. C. Conner
Elsie Lewellen
Wm. Jenkins
Bart Green
W. T. Dement
U. S
Orvil Dodge
Norway
Coos County
Jas. Brown
Chas. Adams
Mr. Brown
Jim
Studio Concert at Prof Davidson’s Residence Studio
A skirtful concert was given Monday evening at Prof C A Davidson's residence studio by himself and some his pupils. The program, so far as we know, was the first ever given in our city for two pianos. Beginning pupils were presented in piano solos and duets, and an orchestra composed of Prof Davidson's pupils also assisted and did itself credit. A public concert and recital and a number of home musicales were announced.
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C. A. Davidson
Political race prompts push for new tax debate
In a tense campaign cycle a veteran politician signals a plan to raise taxes while promising reforms. Supporters praise steady leadership, while opponents warn of higher costs for families and businesses amid a struggling economy.
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Bridge Vale
Yale
Loren Johnson
Claud Waters
Pitty
Wim. Myers
Claud. Waters
A. L. Brown
Frank Snow
George Glen
Harold
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James Laird
Carlton Brown
Ae Shell
Caieat
Trithon
Caloge Exchange
Orpes
Yourself
Leland
Barbour
Chambers
Aaron
Harriet” McGuffin
Mary”McGuffin
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Abe
Nin” Wisner
Liz
Ihey
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