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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Enterprise
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1913
Page
2
Poem by Maud L. Cotton extols hidden wonders in nature and the spirit. It compares unseen stars, blossoms, birds, sunbeams, and ocean treasures to inner beauty. The author urges a careful gaze to unlock goodness and music in everyday things.
Secretary William C Redfield orders sale of government seal skins foxes and other Alaska furs through American channels. London is bypassed as St Louis becomes the worlds fur center and a move that could boost U S manufacturing and trade. The sale will involve several thousand raw seal skins with more processing to follow in coming years.
One hundred dollars reward for any catarrh cure Hall's Catarrh Cure cannot cure. Pla Cheney & Co Toledo O advertise the remedy. Cheney endorses their firm and notes sound business standing. National Bank of Commerce Toledo O notes their transition and ability to fulfill obligations. Hall's Catarrh Cure taken internally, price 75 cents per bottle, sold by all druggists. Take Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
The Unique Theatre announces Ali Zada the Hindu fakir will perform a three day engagement starting Monday October 20. Ali Zada, described as an Englishman turned Oriental wonder worker, will demonstrate tricks and a Punch and Judy show with 28 figures for audiences including children. Admission is 10 and 20 cents.
The article reports that America aims to build a large domestic fur industry to reduce European import duties. Dressed skins would be produced domestically, lowering costs for fashionable garments. Secretary Redfield states government furs will be auctioned, with the first sale planned for December in St Louis, drawing major American and European furriers.
The new income tax is now in operation with March reporting for individuals earning 3000 or more and married men earning 4000 or more. Tax is due for March 1 to December 31, 1913. The reform shifts burdens from consumers to the better off, signaling a lasting policy.
In autumn’s mood the piece urges self reliance to fulfill tasks with a sincere heart. Happiness comes from aiding others and building personal strength, for moral weakness burdens others and happiness must be earned through steadfast effort.
A cryptic note urges constant digging for advantage, insisting proactive action brings reward unexpectedly. The fragment emphasizes perpetual effort and looming payoff.
The year 1913 stands as a turning point for bird protection with new federal laws extending migratory bird protection and banning the import of wild bird feathers to the United States except for education. The National Audubon Society hails this as the greatest legislative victory for birds worldwide and notes the immense value of saving bird life.
A Myrtle Point resident criticizes a local man for harming the town and driving away land buyers by his aggressive actions. The ranchman warns that the offender damages both community trust and prospects in the valley.
Public discourse highlights the law and the role of schools in society. The article discusses government impact on education and how governance shapes school systems and civic life.
The County Court of Coos County Oregon has appointed H A Johnson administrator of the estate of Chas N Johnson deceased. All persons with claims against the estate must present them verified at J O Stemmler Myrtle Point Oregon on or before six months from the notice date October 2 1913.
Matthew J. Nichols of Myrtle Point Oregon filed intent to prove up a five year homestead claim on land described as E% NE% Sec 26 T29 R14W Willamette Meridian. Before U S Commissioner Edgar A. Dodge at Myrtle Point Oregon on November 7 1913 witnesses: William F Ward George Ward John Fabry Nathan E Barklow all of Myrtle Point Oregon.
E. E. Weekly, contractor, completed the improvement of the Mid dle Fork Douglas County Road between stations 94 plus 70 and 123 plus 80. The County Road master filed a completion certificate. Objections to completion may be filed within two weeks from October 9, 1913, in the County Clerk’s office in Coquille. Dated October 8, 1914. James Watson, County Clerk.
Notice designates Joseph Hay as administrator of Elizabeth Hay deceased. Creditors must present claims with vouchers to Pulford and Pearson at Perkin's Drug Store corner 5th and Spruce Myrtle Point Coos County Oregon within six months from the notice dated September 25 1913.
Land Office in Roseburg Oregon records Theo bald M Hermann heir of Binger E Hermann of Myrtle Point intends to make five year proof on land described in a 1906 homestead entry. Witnesses named James B Gibbs Perry D Partish Criss O Ward and James M Wagner all of Myrtle Point Oregon. Proof before Edgar A. Dodge on October 17 1913. B F Jones Register.
County Court of Coos County Oregon appoints B F Barklow as administrator of Nancy H. Ransier estate. Creditors must file verified claims with vouchers at Roberts Giles Roberts Myrtle Point within six months from September 18 1913.
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