18 Apr 1968
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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1968
Page
1
The Fairgrounds at Myrtle Point hosts the Coos County Sheriff Passe Shodeo June 14 16 with a Fair Queen contest. Six finalists will be chosen the first night and one queen plus two princesses will reign over fair activities.
Mrs. Clarence Van Doren a Myrtle Point resident for 24 years died April 14 1968 at Keizer Hospital North Bend after a short illness Born June 16 1892 in Bomiphan Nebraska she moved to Myrtle Point with husband Clarence Van Doren in 1944 He died in 1949 She was a Presbyterian deacon and past president of the Ladies Aid She belonged to Elgin Chapter 424 OES and served as chaplain for 15 years She cooked at Mast Hospital before retirement and was a skilled seamstress Survivors include three daughters Viola Anderson Betty Krewson Winifred Hurt of Myrtle Point and two sons Clyde Van Doren Omaha Nebraska Burton Van Doren Richland Washington Funeral services were set for April 18 at 10 00 a m at the Myrtle Point Chapel Rev Gerald Wright officiating with Elgin Chapter 424 OES members participating Burial in Sunset Memorial Park Coos Bay
Mrs. Nita Frances Whitney of Bend Oregon died April 14 1968 at age 66. She was born April 12 1902 in Rural now Powers Coos County and lived in Myrtle Point before moving to Bend two years ago. Survived by husband Emerson Whitney a daughter Ala Eshoe Portland two sons Clifford Wilson Eugene and Richard Wilson Phoenix Ariz. Also 12 grandchildren brother Dick Arnold and sister Mrs Nell Sanborn. Services Thursday at 2 00 pm Myrtle Point Chapel with vault interment at Norway Cemetery.
The 1968-69 Coos Curry Directory will present south coast subscribers in one alphabetized white pages section. R A McKenzie, District
Mrs. Kenneth Stone of Coos Bay seeks the D-5 position on the Coos County Intermediate Education District board ahead of the May 6 school election. The ballot also lists Gavin J. Warren and John M. Harris for remaining two year terms, succeeding Robert C. Schulze.
Charles F Doane of Coquille announced his Democratic candidacy for Position No 1 on the Coos County Board of Commissioners. A retired businessman and former commissioner, Doane served 1936 era terms, lives in Coquille, and has deep local ties. He cites government efficiency, tax dollar value, and road system improvements as priorities. He has two children and four grandchildren.
The Myrtle Point School District directors voted at last Wednesday night’s meeting to pursue a new tax base. The move aims to fund district needs and ensure ongoing educational programs.
Fay Crabtree County Clerk reminds Coos County residents that April 27 is the final day to register for the May 28 primary election. Offices in Coquille and Coos Bay will be open 8 AM to 8 PM for new registrations or address/name changes. Lodged booths by LWV and Bay Area Jaycees will assist in various shopping areas.
The south coast closes streams until May 25 but inland lakes show active angling this weekend. Howard Prairie Reservoir and Hyatt Lake offer rainbow and brook trout with many fish in the 10 to 20 inch range, ice-free lakes, available camping, and solid catch expectations.
William Francis Cook aged 39 died Friday April 12 at his home 2324 Harris Street from a heart attack. Born March 29, 1929 in Sayre Pennsylvania, he lived in Coos for 15 years and belonged to St. Anne's and Michael's Catholic churches. Survived by widow Phyllis and children Patrick Daniel Linda, and brothers Thomas of Bandon and John of Lawrenceville PA. Requiem Mass held April 15 at St. Anne's Myrtle Point. Interment at Myrtle Crest Memory Gardens Coquille.
Ted R. Jones of Eugene has been named safety representative by James E. Wies of the Accident Prevention Division of the Workmen's Compensation Board. Jones will inspect all accounts subject to the law and is based in Eugene. He previously served in the Air Force, farmed, and worked as a dispatcher and Farm Bureau representative.
The council reviews a 245 662 dollar budget, up 60 702, exceeding 6 percent by 11 200 and requiring a public vote. Traffic lights at Spree and 8th and Harris and K raise 11 200. Downtown parking limit proposal is rejected. Bids for District 15 paving open May 6. Summer recreation led by Jerry Brodie with Chuck Humble scheduling classes.
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