Myrtle Point News Reflects on Mail Route and Local Wit
In a Myrtle Point edition from November 3, 1911, editorial reflections touch on Postmaster General Hitchcock proposing a transcontinental air mail route and compare it with local mail delivery by 8:00 p m. The piece personalizes civic discourse with humor about money, politics, and domestic life.
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Hitchcock
Joe Laird
Myrtle Point
Believe in Yourself to Gain Power and Growth
The passage argues that self-reliance fuels poise and courage. Fear erodes power, while faith in one's own abilities drives progress. True greatness comes from attempting new things and proving oneself, not merely relying on others. The fearless, lion-hearted pursue untried feats and continuous growth.
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Forthe
Unclear Transport Exchange Mention for Roseburg Delivery
Fragmentary note describes sending a train to Roseburg and asking Joe to bring items over for a period, suggesting a plan to improve delivery chances amid uncertain timing.
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Ing
Roseburg
Joe
Stenographic Job Sought After By Local Visitor
Miss Hallie Davis, recently back from San Francisco, travels to Marshfield to take a stenographic position. A persuasive appeal urges home patronage to support local merchants who match prices, ensure satisfaction, rectify defects, fund public institutions, and boost property values.
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Hallie Davis
San Francisco
Bridge
Marshfield
Churches and Methodist services announced in town
Brethren Sunday school at 10, preaching at 11, Christian Workers meeting at 7 15 pm, preaching at 7 30. Presbyterian regular services at 11 am and 7 30 pm with Sabbath school at 10. M E Church pastor A J Irwin invites all to 10 am Sunday School 11 am and 7 30 pm services. M E Church South reopening Nov 12 at 11 am after 10 am Sunday School and 7 30 pm preaching. Pastor W B Smith states aims to serve the community and welcomes all to its historic church built two decades ago.
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Christian Workers Meeting
Presbyterian
A. J. Irwin
M. E. Church
F. E. Scoffield
M. E
Dunkard
W. B. Smith
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