Lions Club Annual Ladies Night at Oaks Community Center
The Myrtle Point Lions held their Annual Ladies Night last Saturday in the revamped Oaks Community building. The event featured dance numbers with club president Freak Meldrum shown smiles beside the crowd. The Oaks facility is nearing dedication with a community wide invitation and Lions gifts in collaboration with the Coos County Fair Board.
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Myrtle Point Lions Club
Oaks
Freak Meldrum
Munity
Lions Club
Lions
Coes County Fair Board
Ares
Kaper Kiddies Parade Delights City Streets
A whimsical parade unfolds on Spruce Street as children ride trikes and await the announced gathering point. The event centers on playful capers by young riders while residents enjoy the neighborhood spectacle.
Retraction and debate over salmon supply actions
Editorial column defends prior statements on coastal fishing and salmon numbers. Responds to a letter from Mr. Forrest criticizing coverage and calls for focusing on offshore fishing control and safeguarding spawning beds to secure future salmon supplies. Contends current methods and biologist findings mislead readers and urges broader action beyond petty disputes.
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The
Herald
Tom Forrest
S. O.S
Mr. Forrest
Forrest
Game Commission
Silhouette Exhibit Delights Lions Ladies Night in Myrtle Point
Sam Dement debuts wall silhouettes at the Oaks Community building during the Lions Ladies party. The display features past presidents and current chief members including Elton Schroeder Austin Dodge Jack Dunn Clayton Mast Ed Sempert Ed Roberts Lyle Carver Curt Beckham Geccet Waldemar Gurney Howard Whitaker Ralph Whitaker Harold Stemmler and Frank Meldrum. The event draws attention and confirms Sam’s notable skill.
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Russ
al Capp
Sam
Lions
Oaks
Waldemar Gurney
Howard
Ralph Whitaker
Harold Stemmler
Frank Meldrum
Myrtle Crest students shine at Southwest Oregon Music Festival
Myrtle Crest School sent a 7th grade mixed chorus to the Southwest Oregon Music Festival held in the local gymnasium auditorium Friday evening. The group performed under music instructor Patricia Albertson with members listed across the chorus, including Kathy Berkey, Margie, David Badger, and many others.
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Myrtle Crest School
Southwest Oregon
Patricia Albertson
Kathy
Kathy Berkey
Margie
David Badger
Dickie
Kiddie Kapers Parade Draws Myrtle Point Crowds
The Myrtle Point Dollar Day Kiddie Kapers parade drew shoppers and offered cash prizes from the Chamber of Commerce. Young participants provided lighthearted moments such as a balloon-slacks outfit that slipped down en route, yet the girl pressed on to finish and win a prize.
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Myrtle Point
Chamber Commerce
Santa Claus
Kim, Co
Schroeder and Sons Open House for Zenith Appliances sale
Henry A. Schroeder and Sons, local furniture dealers, host a Saturday Open House promoting Zenith electrical appliances. The event features free gifts, coffee and doughnuts, and a double-page advertisement touts a modern electric appliance sale.
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Henry A. Schroeder & Sons
Zenith Electrical Appliances
Pri Tee
Schroeders
Coos County Chamber Board to Meet at Tioga Thursday
Elton Schroeder says the Coos County Chamber of Commerce board will meet at noon Thursday at the Tioga hotel in Coos Bay. An urgent item is selecting a secretary-manager to replace Frank Calise, with the nominating committee to present its recommendation. Members from the local chamber and Powers Chamber plan to attend.
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Elton Schroeder
Coos County
Coos County Residents Benefit From Pacific Power Rate Cut
The Oregon Public Utilities Commission announced an $242000 rate reduction for Coos county customers of Pacific Power and Light. Residential annual savings estimated at 118000 dollars, commercial and industrial users see partial relief as rates align coastwise. The new rates, effective April 22, apply with the monthly billing cycle and may vary by usage.
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Coos Co
Pacific Power & Light
Coos County
Pacific Power & Light Company
Oregon Public Utilities Commissioner
Wm. B. Heed
Cific Company
Oregon Coast
Head
Our Hearts Were Young Day Senior Class Play
Myrtle Point High School seniors present Our Hearts Were Young Day on Thursday and Friday at 8 p m in the high school gym. The flapper theme features authentic 1920s costumes with a ship cabin set and a voyage to France, staged by Sydney Arnaud and Lynn Schroeder.
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Myrtle Point High School
Sydney Arnaud
Lynn Schroeder
France
Three Men Missing in Boat Mishap Near Bridge
A search by state police sheriff's deputies coast guardsmen and local volunteers for Harland Wyrick 35 and his two brothers in law Geo and Allen McGredy after an apparent boat accident on the Middle Fork of the Coquille near Bridge. The effort continued from Sunday afternoon until Tuesday afternoon yielding no bodies and was called off as hopeless.
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Bridge
Sheriff's Deputies
Coast Guardsmen
Myrtle Point
Powers Police
Harland Wyrick
Near Bridge
Geo McGredy
Allen Richard McGredy
Voters to Decide 6 Percent Limitation in Union High District
Voters in Union High School District No. 2 will go to the polls Thursday April 28 from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Union school building to indicate wishes on a proposed 6 percent limitation. The measure would affect the budget by limiting taxes to 6 percent of assessed value with a typical impact of about 68 cents per $1000, equating to roughly $3.00 more on a $9 00 home.
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Union High School Dist
Myrtle Point Union High School
Most to Organize Pee Wee Baseball League Here Monday
There will be a Pee Wee baseball league meeting Monday evening to organize the local program. Residents and parents are invited to attend to discuss team formation, schedules, and sponsorships for the upcoming season.
Citizens' Committee Plans Rural Meets for Education Drive
A Citizens' committee and Unies Scheel District No. 2 board outlined plans for rural meetings to educate residents on the urgent needs for high school improvements. The effort aims to secure broad community support and coordinated action with the Department of Education.
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Citizens’ Committee
H. S
Unies Scheel Dist. No. 2
Whitsher
Dollar Day Bargain Draws 174 Subscribers to Herald Office
Old and new subscribers visited the Herald Office for a Dollar Day sale. Mrs. Albert Powers of Gaylord was first, followed by Mrs. C. N. Mayer of Bridge, with Chris Nelsen later spotted leaving after hours.
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Albert Powers
Gaylord
C. N. Mayer
Bridge
Chris Nelsen
Mest
Crank Theatens Threaten Bomb On Bus In Myrtle Point
Chief of Police Rick Vines and state police investigated a telephone threat received Sunday. A mysterious caller used vulgar language warning girls on a bus to evacuate as it was said to be blown up within minutes.
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Theatens
Myrtle Point
Rick Vines
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