Myrtle Point agricultural vigor and Sherman county farm efforts
The Myrtle Point section ranks among the region's top agricultural resources with valleys along the Coquille river and tributaries. Sherman county farmers value the Moro experimental farm for improving methods and expect the county fairground site to attract thousands annually for visits.
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Myrtle Point
Coquille River
Mytle Point
Sherman County
Moro
County Fair Ground
Prohibition Debate Echoes in Witty Juvenile Obsesson
A 14 year old with a pistol in his pocket sparks a provocative speech voicing strong views on prohibition. The setting uses the woodshed as a metaphorical address place to argue that laws fail to deter vice and crime in Christendom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christendom
Editorial defense of income tax proposal challenged
The article asserts editors deny opposing the plan to tax incomes over 5000 as a personal hardship, framing the stance as a matter of principle rather than pressure. It emphasizes support for the reform and rebuts claims of editor dissent.
One Fashion Touch Likely Transforms Women’s Look
A concise remark notes that a single fashion touch can dramatically alter appearance, making many women look markedly different. The comment reflects style sensitivity and social perception of clothing choices.
Making a Town Where Citizens Shape Its Destiny
A call to local pride and self determination notes that towns thrive by their people not natural traits. It cites Cleveland and Boston as examples of civic achievement, praises Myrtle Point as a good place, and warns that progress comes from active citizen effort.
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Cleveland
Rockefeller
Boston
U. S
Myrtle Point
Hell
Voltaire
Glory
Real Happiness Beyond Wealth and Adversity
The piece extols happiness not tied to money or comfort, praising inner peace and cheer amid adversity. It argues true joy comes from a kind heart, compassion for the poor, and a mindset tuned to contentment rather than wealth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nero
Rattlesnake Death Disputed by Coquille Reader
In a letter to the Proaser Enterprise the author disputes a Coquille Sentinel report claiming Gene Wickham killed a rattlesnake at Rock Creek. The writer says Wickham did not kill or witness the snake, and that Wickham stole the rattles and body and the credit for the kill. The claim cites a supposed first rattler in the Coquille Valley.
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Enterprise
Myrtle Point
Ore
The
Coquille Sentinel
Rock Creek
Gene Wickham
Wickham
W W. Williams
Coquille Valley
H. D. Tisdale
Making Natural Fruit Jams at Oregon Agricultural College
Prof. C I Lewis of the O A C horticulture department promotes uncooked fruit jams as superior. He notes red and black raspberries and strawberries yield delicious jam with equal sugar, careful crushing, no whole berries, minimal sealing, and long storage without spoilage.
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Oregon Agricultural College
Corvallis
Ore
C. I. Lewis
O. A. C. Department of Horticulture
Demonstration farms urged to raise Oregon crops
Dr James Whitby Combe of Oregon Agricultural College calls for a county by county network of demonstration farms with superintendents advising farmers and organizing rural groups to lift educational social and financial conditions He cites Denmark as a model noting its small area supports 2 690 000 people and exports over 100 million dollars of dairy eggs and pork annually under demonstration methods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Whitbycombe
Withycombbe
Denmark
Oregon
Albany College Christian Education Overview
Albany College outlines four main courses including classical, conservatory music, academic, and commercial tracks. The college asserts its classical program matches top U S standards and facilitates transfer to universities like Stanford Princeton Harvard and Yale. A student transfer success to Stanford is highlighted with strong grades and prior Greek preparation praised by University of Oregon faculty.
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Albany College
United States
Albany
University of California
Stanford University
Princeton University
Universiity of Wodeter
Harvard
Yale
Stanford
University of Oregon
U. of O
Hall's Catarrh Cure Claims Constitutional Cure
It asserts catarrh is a constitutional disease needing constitutional treatment and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure by F J Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio as the only constitutional remedy. The ad promises a $100 reward if it fails and urges readers to send for circulars and testimonials. It also recommends Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
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Hall
F J Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
Cheney & CO
Crurrats
Tre
Reading as a nation's backbone for progress and growth
The article argues that good reading habits bring comfort and convenience to travelers and attract population, along with improving property values. It stresses that quality roads link farms to markets, enhancing value, and cites education and religious institutions as part of community strength.
Maintenance of Macadam Roads Proposed by a Reader
A reader argues that road destruction begins with loose stones left by wheels and that iron wheels once ground and packed dust. He proposes a cheap road protector using wood meal mixed with oil or tar to bind particles, fill holes, and prevent dust, improving footing on asphalt as well.
Hamilton County road report filed with state highway officials
County Engineer Cowen submitted a detailed Hamilton County road report to the county commissioners. It lists 737.65 miles of roads outside Cincinnati limits with 438.94 miles macadamized and other road types. The map colors show road kinds and routes.
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Hamilton County
Hue
Cowen
State Highway Commissioners
Hampton County
Cincinnati Corporation Lines
Model Road Construction Between Huntsville and Normal
Alabama work on a new model state highway between Huntsville and Normal has several miles graded. A large workforce is at the project which will take months to finish. The five mile road aims to demonstrate expert road building capabilities as asphalt paving is added at the city limits.
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Alabama
Huntsville
Normal
Ala
Oiling Roads Questioned After Trolley Crash
South Norwalk officials weigh stopping road oiling citing a trolley accident blamed on greasy rails. Scientific American argues a broader evidence base is needed given oiling’s noted benefits.
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South Norwalk
Conn
Scientific American
Drag Brother Drag Road Improvement Ad
An old advertisement from Fawpaw Michigan promotes road work efficiency with a call to “drag, brother, drag” to fix soft or rough roads. The copy touts saving dollars by using fewer teams and pulling a bigger load, claiming quicker road fixes and longer lasting results.
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Basoe
Hot Weather Relief Lotion Aims Quick Itch Cure
Advertisement claims a lotion stops itching instantly within five seconds, promising relief even if the first bottle fails. It targets readers seeking rapid remedy during heat and irritation.
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Myrtle Point Enterprise
Marehau
Milton Schulz
Canada
Coos Bay
James F.ballard
St.Louis
LoAne Recon
Renee
Harlan
Stor
Albany College: Christian Education
Hood River
Regon
Coos County
Flanagan & Bennett Bank
Flanagan & Bennett Bank of
Marshfield, Ore
ULL Jaa
Old
Henry G. Ploeger
Uncle Henry
L. Strong
N. G. W. Parkins
Depot
Dan Miller
Schulz Real Estate Advertising and Sale Agency
Fourth and
Maple Streets
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