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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Enterprise
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1917
Page
3
A Home Circle column recalls a court case where a dog attacked a defendant and a plaintiff sought damages. The judge and lawyer frame the dog as a loyal yet dangerous creature, while a famous line about the best friend of man underscores themes of trust and betrayal.
Fresno audience greets the Old Virginia Minstrels in a spacious tent at the corner of N and Mariposa Streets. The troupe, led by C. L. Erickson, numbers about forty and mixes vaudeville sketches with minstrel acts to strong applause. Some reflections on friendship and loyalty follow the performance, culminating in a homely meditation on a dog's steadfastness.
A reflective piece contrasts cold poverty with warm homes and urges society to act. It argues progress depends on humane care, better schools, and strong roads linking rural communities to towns and rail stations. The essay ties civic virtue to daily acts building a lasting civilization.
Coos County leaders and the Good Roads Association press for a $6,000,000 road bond, citing prior voter approval and expected regional upbuilding. Charles Hall of the Bank of Southwestern Oregon heads campaigns with Frank Terrace and My. Adams among planned talks.
A fragmented essay extols the town’s beauty and moral character, contrasts noble citizens with busybodies, and mocks a Farmer Party to illustrate changing social norms. It laments gossip, backbiting, and loiterers, urging progress through education and industry.
The Al G Barnes four ring wild animal circus visits Myrtle Point on Monday May 7 presenting 65 acts by educated animals numbering about 1000. Critics call it “The Show That’s Different” with zebras camels llamas and a aviation lion among acts. Parade at 10:30 a.m. Doors open 1 and 7 p.m.
We invite you to our town because we know you will be delighted with its people laws school privileges and the moral element sustained by the community.
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