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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Enterprise
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1914
Page
4
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J D Timms of Portland told Medford merchants that the newspaper is the best advertisement for a community. He argued it reflects daily life and marks progress and conditions, making it a superior promotional tool.
Republican candidate Robt R Watson seeks the nomination for County Clerk in the upcoming primary election on May 15. The nominating race focuses on local administration and voter services.
A paid political advertisement extols a congressman for busy district service and strong river and harbor committee work. It cites over 4 million dollars secured for waterways and public needs and promises more funds this session. The message urges votes as a vote for diligence and honesty.
The Medford Mail Tribune argues that publisher support and patronage determine a paper's quality and finances. Circulation feeds advertising, which in turn funds growth, while community cooperation sustains both the newspaper and the city’s progress.
Oregon reports widespread Good Roads Day activity on April 25. Portland mobilized 11 carloads of volunteers to Oneonta to assist graders, Hood River and Redmond also organized large crews, and Eugene used 2 500 workers to spread crushed rock. The effort spanned multiple cities with farmers and towns contributing labor and money.
J Tom Hall of Coos County a longtime Democrat and deputy sheriff appeals for votes in the May 15 1914 primary. He pledges support for good roads quarterly tax payments tax equalization opposition to unnecessary commissions and a revised game law while promising to back constituents and Coos County interests if elected.
John Whobery announces he has arranged with Myrtle Point Mercantile Co to pay the highest price for wool and mohair this season. He also bought wool bags and twine and will deliver them at cost to those who bring in their fleece.
Liable defendant F A Turner must appear in Circuit Court of Oregon Coos County within six weeks from March 26 1914 to answer the complaint by Lewis Strong demanding judgment for 316 30 with interest and costs. Personal property attached in Myrtle Point Cannery will be sold to satisfy the judgment. Publication by order of Judge John F Hall dated March 24 1914. Myrtle Point Enterprise weekly.
To the Republican voters of Coos and Curry Counties the undersigned candidate seeks renomination for the Sixth Representative District. S P Pierce asks readers to judge his record, claims he opposed the tax law at the last session, and pledges to support referendum rights if elected.
A historical campaign snippet shows GEO. W. STARR running for Sheriff of Coos County Oregon promising strict enforcement of criminal laws and economical office administration. AM GOULD announces candidacy for County Surveyor, advocating concrete road surfaces over crushed rock. Dated 1911.
Republican candidate F. E. Allen announces seeking the County Clerk nomination for the May 15 primary in Marshfield Oregon. He promises prompt duties, economical service, and to save taxpayer money if elected and urges voters to support him.
Announces candidacy for sheriff on the Democratic ticket in the May 15 1914 primary. Promises economical administration and strict enforcement of criminal laws if nominated and elected.
Republican ticket candidate F D Kruse seeks the Coos County Clerk nomination in the primary election. The slate lists Kruse as the 245 designation and urges voters to support him on May 15.
Five gallon oil cans are repurposed into hens nests at the Oregon Poultry Station. Cans are cut and arranged on a two foot high platform with openings toward the wall and a sloping board for seclusion. Each nest serves five to six hens and can be easily cleaned and sprayed, reducing mite hiding spots. Professor Dryden approves though he teases the practice.
Fragmentary OCR note describes vouchers at an office likely tied to Enterprise ads. Mentions Parkin's Dig Btore at the corner of Sth and Pierson with unclear references to vouchers and offices.
Notice dated May 7 1914 for Walter Endicott executor of the estate of Jacob Endicott deceased. The final account is announced with six months to file claims in Myrtle Point Coos County Oregon. Joseph is named in the notice.
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