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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1963
Page
2
Voters will decide April 16 at city hall on a ten year serial levy of 72000 to fund a new fire hall and two trucks. If approved, construction begins and one truck is ordered with a second after five years. The levy would cost about three mills or 12.62 yearly on a 17000 home.
A windy day turns sidewalk race into a playful clash as child and adult seek shelter behind stumps and fences. The child laughs through gusts while elders bend to the wind, their stern facades melting into shared, warm amusement as doors close.
A circulated speech titled Culture Is Good Business is being shared among businessmen. It is attributed to Gerald W. Frank, whose family owns a notable business empire. The message urges ethical practices and culture as a competitive advantage in commerce.
Frank, chairman of Oregon planning advisory, argues cities must invest in culture and beautification to attract business. He cites trees, squares, cleanliness, and visible city codes as essential, urging bonds for convention halls, theatres, museums, and zoos to energize growth and payrolls. He warns timid governments lose out to livelier cities.
The Broadbent Bronco Busters monthly meeting at the Broadbent Grange included a talk by Lorann Herman on aging horses and Debby Fromm on grooming. Penny Roth performed on accordion and Kathy Weekly provided refreshments. Janet La Flamme with pony Silver was announced as a new member.
Norma French, 12, daughter of Mrs. Louise French, came home from the Shrine Hospital in Portland after three months in a body cast for spinal curvature. She wears a brace and will return to the hospital in July. Mrs. French traveled with Shrine Rajah Jesse Laird to Portland and back.
A reader suggests using the community building as a youth center to improve city recreation options. He urges youth involvement in planning and running the center, with an adult advisory board and youth leadership, citing faith in local youths’ abilities. The note is signed by Vern Wertz.
James Russell Smith as Administrator seeks approval of the final account in Coos County Oregon District Court. Hearing set for May 1963 at 10:00 am in the court room to hear objections and settle the estate. Publication dates run April 4, 11, 18, 25 and May 2, 1963. DEMENT MELDRUM CRAIG OLESON represent the estate.
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