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Myrtle Point Herald

Location

Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Apr 12, 1945

Page

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Coos Court Considers Closing County Farm

The Coos County Court debates closing the county farm to align welfare with state and federal funding. Officials note the farm’s strong reputation under Mr and Mrs F C McNelly and urge private management to preserve care while cutting county costs.

Coos Court County Farm Coes County Mra F. C McNelly Oregon Ceos State Welfare Commission Coog County Coos County Marion County Ways and Means Committee Senate

Herald editor visits California for broader coverage

This week the Herald editor travels to California aiming to broaden coverage beyond local and county news. The note requests readers overlook gaps while promising fuller reporting across angles and communities.

The Herald California

Strange epidemic hits deer in Four Mile area near Bandon

The Bandon World reports a mysterious disease killing many deer south of Bandon in Four Mile. Ranchers say 25 to 30 dead deer found on roads and trails, with one rancher claiming 96 seen, another five, and a dog dragging bones from nearby woods. Reports also mention deer found in Eckley country possibly affected.

Four Mile Bandon Beck Woods Bandon World Eckley

Convalescent Army Airman Rejoins Life At Fort George Wright

Corporal Lon L Metager reports to RAF Convalescent Hospital at Fort George Wright near Spokane after 82 months in Europe. A C 47 mechanic with the 12th Air Force he wears the ETO ribbon. Cpl Metzger will pursue hobbies from classics to sheet metal work to aid recovery and regain fitness. He is son of Roy Metzger of Remote Oregon.

Fort George Wright Washington Lon L. Metager RAF Metager 12Th Air Force Spokane RAF Personnel Distribution Command Cpl Metzger Cpl. Metzger Roy Metzger Remote Oregon

Vacation Ends For Local Officials And Staff

Mrs Dorothy Gardiner safe way manager returns to duties after a three week Seattle vacation. Acting manager Misa Alice Adkins goes home to Klamath Falls. Mrs Millie Myers of Myers and Myers hospitalized with severe cold. son Mitchell Myers takes charge of the store.

Dorothy Gardiner Safeway Seattle Misa Alice Adkins Klamath Falls Millie Myers Myers & Myers Mast Hospital Mitchell Myers

Season For Trout Over Six Inches Begins Saturday

The trout season for fish over six inches opens Saturday April 14 in most counties. Lake county starts May 20. Bag limit 15 fish per day and 90 per season. possession limit 16 pounds unless specified otherwise. Angling license costs 3 for residents and 3 for non residents. a 10 day license exists for non residents. Servicemen pay resident fees.

Lake County The Game Commission Tgenta Atete

Marriage Licenses and Court Actions From County Court

Harold Whitney Gross of North Bend and Frorie Elen Miller of San Francisco wed on the 4th. George W. Bagley and Arsella Baker, both of North Bend, married on the 8th. Edwin Charles Barry of North Bend and Mary Ann Weber of Seattle officiated on the 8th. John Berg and Evelyn Della ven of Langlois wed on the 6th. Price Administration action cites violation of maximum price on car coats at 346. Three times overcharged. Jeannette DeMarsh vs Nick DeMarsh divorce filed. married at Santa Ana, Calif., Jan 17, 1937. four children, cruelty. Nina B Hartley vs Ernest C Hartley divorce. married at Anquille Oct 16, 1985. four children, cruelty. Portland Collection Bureau vs Albert H Watt. judgments totaling 170.45 and 420.00 with 6 percent interest. Estate proceedings list Maurice J Sheehan estate at 1000. Heirs Evelyn Woodard of Michigan named. Agnes D O’Connor estate listed 2500 with heirs Patrick R O’Connor and John C O’Connor. Guardianship for Margaret Leighton, minor, claims injuries totaling 1000. Estate of Judd Belknap lists 726. Their: Minerva Trumbo of Los Angeles.

Harold Whitney Gross North Bend Frorie Elen Miller San Francisco Calif George W. Bagley Arsella Baker F. R. Bull Edwin Charles Barry Mary Ann Weber Seattle John Berg Evelyn Dellaven Langlois Chresit Chester Bowles Office of Price Administration Davia Jeannette DeMarsh Nickman Jo DeMarsh Santa Ana Nina B Hartley Ernest C Hartley A Nquille Portland Collection Bureau Vo Albert H. Watt Maurice J Sheehan Evelyn Woodard Michigan Agnes D. O'Connor Patrick RR. O'Connor John C. O'Conor Margaret Leighton Judd Belknap Minerva Trumbo Los Angeles Call

Auto Examiner Coming

Public drive license examinations scheduled at City Hall on April 17 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All applicants seeking permits must attend for testing and paperwork.

War Souvenirs Displayed After Family learns of Death

In the Herald window a collection of war souvenirs is shown after the loss is reported to the family. The items arrived following word of the serviceman’s death.

Marvin Barkley Killed In Action In Germany Soldier Honored

Corporal Marvin Barkley, listed among the finest soldiers, died in Germany while serving to preserve the nation. Lt. Col. Henry F. Davidson Jr. sent a sympathy letter to his parents, praising Barkley’s dedication and courage. Also mentions Barker family returning from Cottage Grove after visiting daughter Mrs. Edgar Rickard.

Marvin Barkley Germany Ft. Knox Barkley Henry FE. Davidson, Jr 70Th Tank Battalion Cottage Grove B.C. Barker Tteir Edgar Rickard

Changes of Property During Week

During the week several property transfers occurred. Hatedly E. Ace acquired a ranch on Rock Creek from a family and took possession. Heller bought the Gar ae Bryent place of aces on the Middle Park. Mr and Mrs Preston Caffey purchased a house and lot on Mary land Avenue from Joucon Sams and will improve it. Sams bought from Elmer Wicks a house and lot on the corner Severtant Cedar known as the Stewart property.

Ae Ace Rock Creek Heller Garae Severtant Cedar Stewart

Pleads Guilty To Charge Of Larceny

Jack Kerg of Myrtle Point pleaded guilty before Judge Dal M King to larceny from a dwelling. He faces sentencing after arraignment next Tuesday. Archer alleged theft from Prosper home. five Venetian blinds, a davenport, chairs and bedroom suites recovered. more furniture missing.

Jack Kerg Myrtle Point Dal M. King Kegg Hazel L. Archer Prosper Court of Justice of Peace Fred Bull Cooa Bay

Check Your Brakes Check Your Brakes

Automotive engineers say brakes must develop at least 180 pounds pedal pressure to stop safely. If pedal travel leaves only one inch before grabbing, only about 50 pounds pressure can be applied, risking unsafe stops.

Drust

Delegates and Guests at Episcopal Diocese Meeting

Perry Roperte travels to Portland this week to attend a meeting of the Episcopal diocese delegates. Mrs. Wedd Carlson and Mr. Carlson of Eugene were weekend guests at the home of Mrs. T. G. Samerlin.

Perry Roperte Portland al Churches Mrs. Wedd Carlson Eugene

Pave Yourself With Embarrassment or Costly Trouble

A terse warning urges caution to avoid self inflicted humiliation and potential financial risk when attempting DIY tests at home. The note implies unintended consequences and stresses prudence in informal experiments.

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