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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1932
Page
1
The Union High School board cut 2860 from teaching costs, a 7.13 percent reduction, with higher paid staff taking 20 percent cuts. Wages now comprise 44 percent of the budget, bonds and warrants about 31 percent. Consolidation and fewer hires expected for next year.
A Pontiac sedan owned by A J Jack Mayse of Dora and driven by Jeff Yokum collided with a gravel truck on Gravelie road about a mile and a half from St Pearce. The car received a bent fender and axle and was towed to St Pearce garage for repairs.
The Pomona Grange announces a meeting on April 12 at Ve mess hall in Brookings. Members can get a nine percent discount off the regular $100 cabin rate at the gate camp.
In a surprising move at Norway General Store Angus McDonalds and Geo Gessner cast Democratic registrations marking a notable change in local politics. The action, described as a turning point in their voting careers, brings satisfaction to Bertie McCloskey.
Mr and Mrs. 1, A Bernier of Ban duty visiting here have left for Portland to seek emergency treatment for an underarm abscess, taking OUha Bay with them.
George Adams, formerly top and body man at Pearce Garage for over two years, recently returned from a six week stay at the Veterans hospital in Portland. His doctors recommend a drier climate. Mr Adams packed his household goods and left last week for Woodburn Oregon to join his father in the contracting business.
The American Legion introduces a policy for veterans with honorable discharges featuring sickness and disability clauses an old age benefit and widows and orphans clause. It costs from 3 to 5 per year and urges prompt dues payment for 1932.
A large audience attended the Tuesday night recital in Schroeder Hall by Miss Hazel Knapp's class. Her instruction transformed mostly first time dancers into proficient performers in under a year, as attendees testified.
A fragmented note from Norway quotes the mayor on not returning to the old country amid last minute mows and local sentiment. The interview includes the line Who said I was geteg back to the old country.
A Myrtle Grange event honoring past masters was held Tuesday at the Methodist church with about eighty members and nine visitors. Masters Price Robison, Ed Jenkins, Arthur Brown, and others spoke, music included a song by Robison’s granddaughters and a violin solo. state and county organizers attended, and a business session with ballot for State Grange office followed.
The County Court announces a crackdown on loggers cutting timber on undeclared tax districts and then abandoning the property. A field representative will inspect tracts with active logging to verify tax payments and pursue legal action if delinquent.
The issue of whether tourists or gardens should prevail is before Eart E Williams of the state police as deer overrun Agness gardens. Residents, gardeners, and non-gardeners weigh the draw of deer as a tourist attraction, and with an impasse the matter goes to the game commission for decision.
A recent election rejected the proposed consolidation of the Sixes and Port Orford schools by a 30 to 3 vote. The measure aimed to achieve economy through merged administration and shared resources.
A display loaned by M O Seale features Indian relics including a skull showing tomahawk damage. The Oregon coast finds, mainly between Bandon and Port Orford, are showcased in our show windows.
Seventy two year old White Plans of New York sues a railroad claiming an accident left her unable to dance skate and bobsled. She argues the injury prevents her from joining the town basketball team and seeks 35000 in damages.
Mr and Mrs Max Dement returned to Powers on Wednesday from Yuma Arizona where they spent the winter. Hopeful for a pleasant season with chores resumed and daily routines reestablished.
The 4 H Sewing Club met at Miss Priscilla Deyoe's home in April with members Ellen Carver Aileen Osborne Harriett McKay Lorrain Miller and Juanita Huff working on needlework round bags handkerchief cases and hot dish holders Prizes will be awarded at the county fair this fall. The 4 H Health Club met April 1 at the Junior High School with Misa Biolquist state leader from OC present giving an informative talk on 4 H Health Clubs. Members are completing report sheet No 1.
Bert Pearson Sheriff Hess and Federal agent were summoned to Powers after a drunken brawl. Lofty Brown posted a $500 bond on the incident. A preacher named Adams suffered a broken nose and bruises. Sandy Howe Bill Noeh and Don Noeh were jailed for drunk and disorderly conduct.
Roderick Barklow son of Mrs Mab el Barklow owner of the Myrtle News Stand is ill with the flu. Al den Barklow his brother who has been off for over a week was able to return to school Monday.
Mr and Mrs Geof Hamilton left Saturday on a northern tour visiting Spokane Seattle and points north Miss Brosius accompanied them to Eugene The Hamiltons expect to visit relatives in Portland and friends in Spokane
George Boren son of the Myrtle hotel manager and his wife have moved to the home of his aunt Mrs. John Bellcu. Boren has injured his work for the Morrison camp on Roland Creek.
Al Poppe proprietor of the Poppe bakery was awakened by a knock down of his porch blackboard. A thief robbed his cooler of pie dough for about ten pies eggs and yeast. Poppe stores provisions inside while securing the foodstuffs.
A Friday evening gathering at the home of Mr and Mrs Herman Nelson featured a schoolmade play with Herbert Nelson Progressive rook as a highlight. Edward Bender received high price. Refreshments followed with a guest list including Julia Myrle Leetherman Charles Leatherman Kenneth Leatherman Howard Leatherman Laurene Nelson Nora Nelson Herman Nelson Lila Nelson Madge Nelson Cora Bullock Olga Sandine Milton Schroeder Gladys Latham Selma Latham and Bob Giles.
A group of experts in New York on November 4 1921 forecast slow persistent downturns and a decade of slow recovery. They warned of lengthy adjustment, limited profits, and abroad conditions delaying U S business revival.
A large crowd attended the Royal Neighbors of America rally at Power's last week. Twenty one members traveled from Myrtle Point and thirteen from Marshfield. Plans for the county convention were discussed but no date set due to the state deputy’s absence in California. Refreshments and dancing followed the program.
Albert Billings was taken to Coquille County Jail last Saturday after defaulting on a $35 fine plus costs for possession of false license plates. He serves out the determined fine in the county jail.
The Methodist Ladies' Aid will hold a food sale at Howe's meat market this Saturday April 8 starting at 10 00 AM. Proceeds support church activities and community programs.
The annual meeting of the Taxpayers Equalization League is set for tonight at 800 PM in the Courthouse at Coquille. Officers will be elected and a large attendance is urged.
Mrs Lyle Barker of Myrtle Point received a stork shower from Mrs Robert Trigg of Norway on Saturday. About twenty guests enjoyed needlework and social time with gifts and refreshments provided by the hostess. Powers visitor Mr Hall of Powers spent Tuesday in Myrtle Point on business.
Mra Bigelow of Gravelford, long hospital stay at Wesley, is convalescing at her mother's home in Marshfield after medical treatment.
In Coquille County office Monday night, petitions were presented by Ton School District No 91 for annexation of former district No 1 South due to pupil shortages. A second proposal seeks to move a land tract from Arago to Norway district to ease cross river travel for children.
John Weidman was arrested Wednesday morning near Sixth and Court streets by Bert Pearson for possession of liquor. In Justice Dodge's court he was held on a $750 bond and remanded to the county jail to await trial.
A local man named Davi Roberts was bitten by a tick while working on timber. Doctors warn tick bites can lead to spotted fever and urge vigilant monitoring after exposure.
Mayor Chas Harlocker has two unemployed residents working this week at the city cemetery. They are clearing brush and tidying burial plots to improve the grounds and restore a neater appearance.
Mrs R H Mast entertained the L For 8 club at her Spruce Street home with a 1 30 five course luncheon. Two bridge tables were played for guests Mrs Vivian Funk of Tillamook and Mrs Al Neideigh of Bridge, with peat old carnations and sweet pea bouquets adding spring to the afternoon.
A. M. Cooper, Myrtle Point greenhouse owner, left for Portland to buy shrubs to return Sunday. Guy Cooper from Los Angeles arrives this week to join his brother in Myrtle Greenhouse operations. The business is praised as among the best in the region, with plans to hire more staff.
Mrs Linn of Spruce Street entertained the Methodist Ladies' Aid on Wednesday afternoon. The meeting included the usual business session followed by light refreshments served by the hostess and Mrs Evans.
Joan Morris ten year old daughter of Mr and Mrs R A Morris is ill with bronchitis and has temporarily lost her voice Her sister Phydel has just recovered from the same illness.
J. B. Dellman of Arago has received his tenth carload of hay to supply local farmers as heavy winter needs persist. G. L. McKay notes eight years with the Southern Pacific as rainfall and high water have disrupted pasturing and created substantial costs for farmers in the district.
Henry Schroider replaced plate glass for insurance firms in Dunham's Grocery Safe Way Stores and Lands Toggery. Mrs Emily Miller of Vogue Millinery also had a showcase glass replaced.
A brief item notes furniture exchange activity on Spruce Street, indicating an event held Monday. Details are limited but confirm the Saturday action took place in the neighborhood.
A lawyer representing all Oregon tribes west of the Cascades except Coos Bay groups spoke before the Marshfield Rotary Club and guests. He outlined Indian education efforts hunting and fishing rights and retained treaty rights with the government.
Alton E. Dungey was arrested near Coquille by state police for fishing without a license. He appeared before Justice Dodge on April 2 and paid a $25 fine plus costs, then was released.
Park donated by L. J. Simpson to Coos Bay communities years ago may be turned over to state control if plans mature. The site lies between Charlston and Sunset Bay. The park commission includes the county judge and two members named by Marshfield and North Bend Chambers of Commerce. Simpson must consent to the transfer per the original donation.
The Women’s club of Coquille has started a data collection project to compile a history of Southwestern Oregon. School children are assisting in gathering and organizing the material.
An air transportation company now provides passengers with the latest stock market figures at various stops along its routes. The service aims to keep travelers informed and entertained during flights.
Ben Howe proprietor of the Myrtle Point Meat Market shows an agate display in his west window alongside his rock garden. Desert stones from near Medford, beach agates, and a rare heart shaped Indian pipe stone from Minnesota attract notice.
The Smith-Hughes group and agent George Jenkins will attend a regular meeting at Hotel Coquille next Tuesday with interest holders. The event gathers directors and associated parties for discussions on machiin chien nce elite matters.
An offbeat report from a local school notes unusual chatter about a pretend event. The piece mentions Peel Brewer Reed and Benes in connection with the school’s activities, drawing curious local attention to an ostentatious but unconfirmed tale.
A description notes a tropical origin acacia, about six feet high, thriving at the Charles Fox farm in Langlois. The plant regrew from roots and has proven frost resistant, now growing fully and possibly the largest of its kind in the area.
The Bridge Club, home of Mrs R H, held a night with eight members. Wickoy and Miss Charlotte Broskis won first and second prizes respectively at the Noman club’s Mast event.
Garden Club members convene next Tuesday at City Hall 7 30 P M for officer elections. Mrs O RH Clarke students will perform several musical numbers.
The Presbyterian Ladies Aid met at Mrs. Roy Garrett's home. Mrs. eel Farner resigned. Two members and friends attended. The group announced a miscellaneous linen shower for the fall bazaar with many donations received. Next meeting set for April 1.
The notice outlines National Music Week events in May with locals invited to participate during the first week. Details on venues and exact dates are unclear.
A brief note reports results for D Lares at St Anton CAO. Details are sparse in the readable text.
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