Gravel Ford Seeks Quick Silo, Seasonal Farm Notes
In Gravel Ford Oct 8 locals report Mr. Clayton furthers silo construction to save coin while Mr. Carter and son clear bottom land burn hill side for seeding. Several residents undertake farm work and a Gravel Ford Academy opens for winter term with W H Bunch as principal. A wedding unites Miss Ivan Laird and Mr Alva Harry to start life together, with a California honey moon planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gravel Ford
Mr. Clayton
Robert Muir
Sunnyside
Thomas Culbertson
Frank Harnish
J.D. Bennett
Ford Academy
W. H. Bunch
Key Bennett
Claud Bunch
Arthur Coleman
Harry Mullen
Albert Bright
Bixs
Dewitt Clinton
Ed. Olsen
Alton Brady
Bald Hill
Calvin’s
Ivan Laird
Alva Harry
California
Roseburg
Bachelor Hollow News Briefs from Bancroft
Oct 5 reports light showers and damp straw. Clarence Davis hauling freight for Hale and Peterson from Myrtle Point. Davis family visited Rock Creek over Sunday. Chas Warner and wife acquire a new piano. No school last Tuesday afternoon due to teacher Ellwood’s illness. Albert Rice and John and Jim Appleton work on the Myrtle Creek road. W D Hale on the sick list. Culver and boys went to Myrtle Point and back.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bancroft
Clarence Davis
Hale & Peterson
Myrtle Point
Miss Hazel
Rock Creek
Chas. Warner
Misa Ellwood
Albert Rice
John
Jim Appleton
Myrtle Creek
Hall's Catarrh Cure Advertises $100 Reward
A 19th century advertisement claims Hall's Catarrh Cure cures catarrh in all stages and offers a $100 reward for any case it fails to cure. It promises testimonials and provides address details for F. J. Cheney and druggists in Toledo, Ohio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Motth Side
Lgcos
Hall
F. J. Cheney
Telede
Oule
Geldwy
Il Druggists
Riverton News Briefs Highlight School Sewing and Fires
Riverton reports progress in sewing under Miss Elsie Philpot at the school. Mr Hull Sr house burned across the river last Monday, with elderly residents losing little. The school board funds lumber for boys manual training and a toboggan slide. Shorty Martin reroofed his home. The coal mine operates with about forty workers. Venus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riverton
Riverton School
Elsie Philpot
Hull
Shorty Martin
Venus
Broadbent Dairymen Hemmed by Frosts and Silage Work
Frosts have delayed dairymen in Broadbent leading to busy silage work and silo filling. R. E. Jones and sister moved into a Zack Grant house. Mrs Jones will teach after a building finish in about two weeks. Neighbors toured Pleasant Valley for huckleberries. Miss Marie Hermann returned from Myrtle Point to Broadbent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. E. Jones
Zack Grant
Hartley Place
Pleasant Valley
Marie Hermann
Myrtle Point
Broadbent
W. A. Roselle
Local folks visit and travel noted in brief
Residents including Mrs. McCloskey of Norway and Miss Bertha Rider helped with chores at the Roselle home. Mr. and Mrs. Albro from Powers visited, while John McDonald and Mr. Tucker from Myrtle Point were away hunting. Couples noted at Neptune community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rence
Bridge
McCloskey
Norway
Bertha Rider
Adolph Hayes
John
McDonald
Mr. Tucker
Myrtle Point
Mrs. Albro
Powers
Roselle
Fire incident at Halls Creek area causes minor damage
Fire surrounded Halls Creek schoolhouse and J S Root buildings Monday afternoon. No major damage beyond fencing burned belonging to Mr Root and Mr Smalley. Local residents including Mrs Radabaugh and Hazel Radabaugh faced travel for family illness and schooling matters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arago
Halls Creek
J. S. Root
Root
Smalley
Joseph Radabaugh
Ashland
Hazel Radabaugh
Myrtle Point
Leland Minard
Washington
Wallen
Theodore Sami
Powers
Sam Root
Myrtle Point High School
George Hampton
Helen
John Henninger
Mike Arami
Merced
California
Calvin Young
Coquille
Wilson Ranch
Frank Barklow
Big Reductions On Coats At Myrtle Point Mercantile
Local advert announces large reductions this week on ladies and misses coats sweaters jerseys and Mackinaw coats at Myrtle Point Mercantile Co in the Pike Building. Retail details and sale emphasis highlight current bargain options for shoppers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myrtle Point Mercantile Co
Pike Building
Local notes from Bancroft and nearby areas
Community brief listing residents and visitors in Bancroft including Peterson and Hale hauling lumber for a silo Myrtle Point. George Crank Jr digging potatoes praised as best ever. Chas Warner and daughter Mina visiting Bridge. Golden and Baker at Myrtle Creek and Rock Creek schools. Harvey Smith returning from Powers assisting Weekly and Rice. W A Fish visiting relatives and hosts canned peaches. Hallie Fish visiting Uncle Albert Rice family. Forest fires becoming more common. fire wardens urged to stay vigilant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bancroft
Peterson
Hale
Myrtle Point
George Crank, Jr
Chas. Warner
Mina
Bridge
Golden and
Baker
Myrtle Creek
Rock Creek
Harvey Smith
Powers
W. A. Fish
Hallie
G. W. Crank
Hallie Fish
Albert
Stella Rice
Dora School Notes End of September Half Holidays Granted
Dora Oct 9 The first month of school closed with pupils meeting attendance and grade average points. Those with no absences or tardies and a ninety or above earned a half holiday. Top monthly averages listed by grade include Selah Dobbyn Gladys Culbertson Florence Shepherd Enith Culbertson and Marjorie Marcy. An entertainment and basket social is planned for Friday Oct 27 to help place the school among county Standard Schools. attendees invited to bring a basket or pay for one. Zella Sumerlin and Pupils.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dora
Marjorie
Dale
Lyle Marcy
Eaith
Charlie Culbertson
Lloyd Shepherd
Selah Dobbyn
Gladys Culbertson
Florence Shepherd
Enith Culbertson
Marjorie Marcy
Zella Sumerlin
One Man’s Taste Transforms Cities Across the Land
Observers note that several cities show marked visual changes due to the dedication and energy of a single individual whose example inspired widespread improvements. The narrative highlights his influence on urban appearance and civic spirit.
Public Pulse submission policy brief
Notices invite general interest submissions to the Enterprise department with a 300 word limit and sender name and address. Editor may reject for libel or unfitness for print. Advertising items will be charged at regular rates and marked adv.
Industrial Preparedness call to Coos County readers
An editor letter from Myrtle Point urges Coos County residents to pursue industrial preparedness through farming surplus utilization, vinegar and barrel making, and a merchant navy. The author argues industry over war prep, seeking small, low-cost steps to reduce debt and expand markets for local products.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myrtle Point
Ore
Enterprise
Coos County
Europe
United States
England
Snow storm traps hunters on Curry County highlands
Dr. K A Leep and six companions hunted at about 6000 feet near a forest ranger station in Southern Curry County when a multi hour snow storm hit. They camped at the government station and wired home for help as ice formed overnight. The party resumed travel next morning, found abundant deer, several bears, and secured the legal bag limits. Participants included Dr. K A Leep and his son Dr. R V Leep of Bandon, Dr. H E Shoop of Portland, Jim Bull of Portland, Lin Osborn and Bob McGinnis of Bandon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K.A. Leep
Curry County
Forest Rangers
Government Station
K. A. Leep
R. V. Leep
Bandon
H. E. Shoop
Portland
Jim Bull
Lin Osborn
Bob McGinnis
Spence Opposes Full Rental Value Tax In Oregon Vote
C E Spence Master of State Grange condemns the Full Rental Value Land Tax and Homemakers Loan Fund Amendment calling it confiscation of private land. He warns it harms homeowners and farmers, and plans to vote NO. The October Tax Liberator features his argument against the measure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. E. Spence
Portland
State Grange
Oregon
Spence
Social Art Club Luncheon Hosts Game Day
Mrs. W. C. Fensler entertained the Social Art Club at luncheon last Saturday. After a tempting meal, two tables of 500 were played in the afternoon and a business meeting was held. The next club gathering will be hosted by Mrs. Harry Fenster on Thursday afternoon.
Newspaper advertising proves effective for trade promotion
The passage argues that newspapers reach a wide, repeating audience not all ads fit every reader. It claims newspapers are a reliable medium for promoting trade and profit when used practically and intelligently, noting their effectiveness and cost advantages.
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Newspapr
Tear down that old fence and paint the coal house
A local housing guide urges homeowners to remove an old fence and repaint the coal house to boost property value by about fifty percent. It emphasizes curb appeal and practical updates for higher resale potential.
Republican Party Candidates for President
A brief listing of individuals running for the Republican Party nomination for president. The piece notes multiple contenders and outlines the field of candidates seeking the party’s nomination.
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Republican Party
City of Prosperity and Harmony Amid Rich Resources
The passage extols a city with abundant natural and acquired resources, strong water supply, excellent education under competent officials, and social harmony among various churches. It portrays a thriving community where prosperity reaches all, and peace and goodwill prevail.
Man Who Does Now to the World
A lively verse extols the doer over dreamers and preachers praising the man who acts today. It contrasts the person who truly achieves with those relying on forebears or future plans.
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A. A. Baker and
J. H. McCauley
Proprietors
A. A. Leach
Harringon & Leach
J. D. Laird
Mrs. Krewson of
Drain
Roseburg Hospital
Mason
Mabel Wilcox
Wanda Harry
McKinley
Brewster
Bachelor Hollow
Sitkum
Nellie Voorhies
Douglas County
Riverton Riplets
Neptune
D. Swirt
W. Hitchroed
Sharples
Hanly
Lampa
Charles E. Hughes
Charles W. Fairbanks
Congress
W. C. Hawley
Ben W. Olcott
Supreme Court
Frank A. More
Geo. H. Burnett
John D. Mickle
Fred G. Butchel
John S. Coke
Edwin S. Potter
J. A. Buchanan
I. S. Smith
Arthur K
Port of Coquille River
Chas. Adams
Republican Central Committee
Ady
Jerika
N. G. W. Perkins
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