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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Enterprise
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1912
Page
4
A 1912 editorial urges orderly paving expansion, starting in business districts and gradually extending citywide. It argues for early permanent streets, base depth differences by district, and lasting surfaces to ensure economy and steady urban improvement.
The piece argues that coastal city development and rapid transit will position Myrtle Point as Coos county’s residence city. It notes the Fifty-first Oregon State Fair will be in Salem September 2 to 7, 1912, and urges local exhibitors to prepare standout displays for Coos county at the fair.
Advertisers as trusted friends invite shoppers to buy the best material at the lowest price. The message claims honesty and mutual gain for readers and the paper, urging patronage to support both.
In 1900 Myrtle Point's population was 530 and in 1910 it rose to 836. The text asks if there is any reason the city could not double its population before 1915, stating there is no reason anywhere.
Census Director Durand notes 1000 more unmarried women than men in Washington. The observation hints at social trends in the capital and suggests shifts in national activity during the year.
Wheeler and Michael offer farm produce weekly from Myrtle Point Oregon and list clams crabs and fish as available for pickup on Thursdays. The notice appears under a 7 15-8t classification.
A guarantee offers Rexall Orderlies free if they fail to relieve chronic constipation. The remedy targets nerves and muscles of the bowels and is said to act without purging. Available in three sizes 10c 25c and 50c at Perkins Drug Store The Rexall Store.
Short items report Jason Machado's visit to the county seat last Wednesday and J. J. Burns’ business trip to Bay cities. W O Cooper travels to Coquille Marshfield and North Bend. Vada and Vesta Davis recover after adenoid removal. Atty L A Roberts and Rowena stop between trains. C C Carter handles business at Bandon. Frank Schroeder returns from Coquille visit. Pearl Barklow to return from Portland trip with Breakwater. James A Devault granted patent for Siuslaw land through Congressman Hawley.
An advert promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure from F.J. Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio claiming catarrh causes most deafness and promising $100 for any case cured by the remedy. touts constitutional treatment and urges readers to send for circulars and buy the product.
Brethren Sunday School at 10:00. Preaching at 11:00. Christian Workers meeting at 7:15 p m. Freshing at 7:30. All are cordially invited. Early rose seed potatoes at Petersons sale runs from 15 to 31.
The article notes a proof error corrected regarding contractor Dickson’s crew and states work began Monday and will be rushed to ready the club rooms for occupancy in a month or six weeks. It also mentions the club’s April meeting will be held in the new quarters and advertises seed grain and feed at Peterson's.
Marshfield men led by J. C. Kendall back the Good Roads bill from Governor West’s committee. The plan seeks a statewide constitutional amendment to allow a 20 million dollar bond issue for permanent roads. State funds would cover half the cost with counties paying the other half under expert-led administration.
The annual stockholders meeting of Myrtle Point Canning Company will be held at Myrtle Point City Hall Oregon on Wednesday March 13 1912. Officers will be elected for the ensuing year and other business will be transacted. A Roberts Secretary.
Delegates from Marshfield North Bend East Side Bandon Fourmile and Myrtle Point met in J E Quick's office to form a socialist newspaper project. A resolution proposed a four page weekly paper and a $5000 funding target. A committee of three will estimate printing costs.
Delegates named by governors of western states will attend the Northwest Mining Convention in Spokane Washington Thursday through Saturday. Mining men and commercial groups will present subjects to spur industry legislation and foster interstate cooperation. The event aims to share camps developments and renew public interest in mining. San Francisco Bulletin and the Enterprise offer one year for $3.00.
Limited time pricing announced for combined subscriptions. Daily Oregonian at $6.00, Enterprise at $1.50, six papers for $6.00, or the Daily and Sunday Oregonian plus Enterprise for $8.00. Offer emphasizes bundled volumes and reduced rate.
Notice to Tax-Payers dated January 16th 1912 says taxes for 1911 are due on or after February 6th 1912 with a 3 percent rebate to March 16th and full face after March 15th to April 1st. No further notices will be mailed except on request. Tax lists of property should be sent as early as possible.
Neer s Poultry Yard Myrtle Point Oregon lists ten distinct breeds including White and Brown Leghorns Barred Rock Rhode Island Reds and Orpingtons. Cockerels from top strains such as Rothamer Gledmore Winkler and Illinois breeders headline a selection used for show and production. Eggs and stock available with ongoing search for the best quality. Contact 32x8.
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