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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Enterprise
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1916
Page
2
A poetic plea asks if we offered help to those burdened by life. It urges action not indifference and questions whether a simple lift or kind word could change a neighbor's course. The piece condemns excess busyness over compassion and calls for community loyalty and support for schools and local projects.
To be forty or seventy healthfully, seek sound advice and avoid neglecting minor aches. Scott's Emulsion is marketed as a tonic and medicine to keep blood rich and to alleviate age related weakness, with no alcohol content and claims of winter cold protection.
The item notes an election event at Coos County Republican primaries on May 19 for the position of school superintendent. It lists candidates and the casting of ballots in the public notices.
W H Bunch pledges full time to county educational work if elected. He would divide time between office duties and active supervision to raise public schools to the state’s top tier. He vows to end graft, save about $2000 yearly, and provide impartial support to teachers while maintaining an efficient resident staff.
A reflective, humorous column weaving social critique and hopeful notes on farmers, printers, and everyday citizens. It touches on inflation, cost of living, print ink, dyestuffs shortages, airship dreams, and the desire for better roads while musing on war and peace in America.
Spencer and Shelley announce they pay the highest market price for west and mohair 26tf, inviting sellers to bring their stock to market.
A Dora Coos County letter urges voters to reject the May 19 1916 bond issue for road building. It argues funds should target four centers Marshfield Coquille Myrtle Point and use a district tax to build and connect roads, criticizing the proposed long term plan and noting high bond interest. It also cites moss removal notices for Myrtle Point roofs and a printers prompt at month end.
Grants Pass reader J M Jones reports relief from backaches and urinary troubles after using Doan's Kidney Pills. He says kidney action regulated and aches and lameness left, with improved overall health since. The ad urges others to try Doan's, from Foster Milburn Co. buyers.
A notice from District No. 77 announces a twenty five dollar reward for evidence leading to the arrest and conviction of those implicated. The order is signed by E. C. Ostrander, Clerk, and R. C. Endicott, Chairman, of the board of directors.
Amelia A. Nelson named Administratrix by Coos County Court to settle the estate of Henry Grady deceased. Creditors must file claims with vouchers within six months to attorney J O Stemmier at Bank of Myrtle Point Building Myrtle Point Oregon. Dated May 4 1916.
Bidders invited to submit sealed bids for constructing a sewer system in Sewer District No 1 Myrtle Point Coos County Oregon Plans and specs available at the City Recorder office Bid bond 5 percent of bid due by May 7 at 7 30 p m Council may reject any bids or all bids By Dodge City Recorder
Z T Johnson executor of the James H Matheny estate files a final account with the Coos County Oregon clerk. Judge James Watson schedules a hearing at the Coos County Court House on May 22 1916 for settlement of the final account. The Myrtle Point Enterprise is referenced in the notice.
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