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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1950
Page
7
Myrtle Point residents enjoy Easter visits in Medford and Portland. Local figures attend church events, a Jobs Daughters convention in Coquille, and the state gathering in Oregon. Community activities include fundraisers at Brewer’s store, a fishing party, and PTA meeting rescheduling.
Myrtle Grange held a regular session on April 18 with John Caudle presiding. Third and fourth degree initiations included Mr and Mrs R E Thompson, Robert Stevens, Mr and Mrs Burton Sanders, and fr Myles Ready from Coquille Grange. Several members spoke on farm topics and a meal plan for a Sunday noon service was announced. Potluck refreshments followed for members and visitors.
Myrtle Point hosts inaugural Cub Scout meeting led by David Putman from Coos Bay district with 24 attendees. Committee named to appoint a scoutmaster as plans outline future activities and more den mothers sought through Mrs Sampson and others.
Myrtle Point residents including Elton Schroeder and Norwood Browne attended the dedication of the Secretary of State branch office building in North Bend. Secretary Earl T Newbry attended and a banquet was held in his honor.
Coquille special report warns that the May 1 election on a five year road reserve fund could shape the county budget next year. County Judge L D Felsheim says funds outside the six percent limit may be needed for road maintenance and welfare costs. The budget committee meets May 23 24 to review welfare increases and overall expenditures with publication slated for mid June and a June 30 hearing.
Hagg of Reedssile and toan of Oregons best growers head a state Dairy Farmers for Morse Committee. Hagg runs Broadliwn Farms a major mechanized dairy enterprise and holds multiple industry posts. He is a Republican activist and national dairy leader with extensive board roles.
List of hospital admittees including Dames F Doyle Mrs Woodrow Robinson Arago William Cnetzberger Normalee Martin Mrs John Wilson Ronnie Rowe Pamela Hildebrandt Doris Thompson Robert Peterson Jo T Lakey Mrs Thos Coffman all of Myrtle Point with several others. Also classified ads for a good used washing machine $20 and a girls 26 inch bicycle sold by Western Stores Myrtle Point.
The Catching Creek Community club met with Mrs Bert on April 13 with President Eda Breuer in charge. A door prize and birthday gift were drawn. attendees included Mrs Georgeng Mrs Warren Rema Mrs Bert Davenport and several Lakey Bushnell and Hensley family members. A dance was held Saturday night and a dinner was served Sunday in honor of Mrs King’s brother. Multiple locals visited or hosted events through the week including Mr and Mrs Ralph and Mrs Lakey family and trips by several residents to Myrtle Point Coquille and Four Mile.
A representative from the Eugene Social Security office will be at the ey hall in Coquille on Wednesday April 26 from 8:30 AM to noon. The visit helps residents covered by the Social Security Act inquire about benefits as they turn 65 and to prevent loss of entitlements due to lack of information.
A levels masta party was held Friday suggesting a social gathering at a private home. Attendees expressed warm thanks and appreciation to Mrs John Belheu and family for hosting and hosting guests.
A jumble of neighborhood happenings lists visitors and activities across Coquille and nearby towns. Names include Reed Gurney Hall Richie Francis Don Driscoll Ray Wilson Walter Robertson J E Wells E L Lewis and family. A birth is noted for April with Don Schmidt’s family.
Mr and Mrs Casle hosted a late hour gathering with Mr Melden and Mrs Myrna and cake and ice cream served. The names appear partially garbled but indicate a small social group and refreshments.
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