Bandon plans July Fourth parade and boxing notes in Oregon
The piece praises Bandon's Fourth of July celebrations and hospitality, recalls the 1936 fire recovery, and notes boxing veteran Jersey Joe Walcott's upset of Ezzard Charles. It also warns Oregon hunters about new deer elk antelope calibers bans, citing small calibers like 38-55 and 38-56 Winchester.
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Coquille River
Bandon
Pew
Ezzard Charles
Joe Wallcott
Charles
Rina
Charis
Jersey Joo
Walcott
Ezzard
Jersey
Dempsays
Matthews
Bob Murphys
Jeffries
Fitzsimmons
Kahuts
Jersey Joe
A &O
Oregon
The
Game Commission
Weekend Civic Events and Rodeo Schedule
The notice outlines a three day August event lineup with a big Downtown Parade on Saturday morning, racing and amateur events, a 2:30 PM Cal Scramble, and evening and Sunday professional rodeo shows. It lists fairs and activities for Friday through Sunday with timed activities and entertainment.
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FFA
Grendstead
Beasny Grange
J Fore
Cinems
Anvietons
Fresti
Erening—Grange
Sereedag Widhee Bix Dane Ia
Geka Basics
Scrambie
Man Sets Fire To Hotel Bedding In Vandal Act
Rene Nielsen, staying at the Myr-Ue hotel, set fire to a mattress and bed sheets causing about 100 dollars in damage. He fled the scene around 1:30 AM and later crashed a telephone pole at Norway. Police expect more details after the case proceeds.
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Russell Papineau
Mr. Papineau
Nielson
Norway
Marsh
Lions Club at Powers Improves Community Park
Powers Lions Club residents gather at the park to cement a diving board and clear hazards. About 20 volunteers plus aides like George Rubin and Clyde Thorpe work on playground improvements, with 30 local 3rd and 4th graders reported at the scene.
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George Rubin
Lions Club
Art
John Quilbhaugh
Ronald Maiden
Bill McLyman
Clyde Thorpe
Jack McMahon
Strike Justified Says Official of West Coast Telephone Co
The West Coast Telephone Co official called the employees strike unjustified and outlined wage proposals for a broad set of staff. He noted high company wages, offered retroactive raises and higher starting rates, and warned wage hikes require approval and may raise telephone rates.
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West Coast Telephone Company
Racial and political rot in Washingtons shadows
Authors Lait and Mortimer expose alleged corruption in the capital centering on George town power circles. The piece alleges untouchables, race-based political dynamics, after-hour clubs, liquor raids, and police fear in the Negro community with a continuation promised on the next page.
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Lait and Mortimer
Oregon County Fairs Schedule Across August
Oregon counties publish August fair dates with events from Hood River August 14 18 to Malheur Ontario August 29 September 1. Notable entries include Multnomah Gresham August 20 26 and Linn Albany August 28 September 1 with several others spanning August 13 18 to September 2.
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Oregon
Hood River
Joesephime
Grants Pass
Tillamook
Douglas
Roseburg
Columbia
St. Helens
Cool
Myrtle Point
Multnomah
Gresham
Polk
Monmouth
Jackson
Nermistons
Chutes
South Lane
Cottage Grove
Linn
Albany
Malheur
Ontario
Junior Fair
FFA
Washington
Hiro
Wasco
Tygh Valley
Cugry
Gold Beach
Champion Quarter Horse Stallion Tops Coos Co Fair Lineup
Champion Quarter Horse Stallion Topper appears at Coos County Fair as a leading sire with notable progeny auction records. Breeder details include Mr. and Mrs. Meury Ceeke of Suth and manager Tepper. Topper is linked to major bloodlines Hermaner Peter McCue and has produced multiple show champions.
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Coos Co. Fair
Aly Sareesen
Alee County
Ing Te Marela
Meury Ceeke
Suth
Topper
Sear Tee
American Uenne Horse Association
Billy Byrne
Bailey Mooney
Lady Browning
Tony
Hermaner
Peter McCue
Stockton
Calif
Snooper FE
Horse Palace
Los Angeles
Matchem
Tulore
Jake
Santer
Topr
Toppy K
Lou K
Tip Tiee
Bill Stoodye
Red Onion
Red Roger
Salinas
Sones
Geroniae
Guscilinse
Catachu Seco
Geronimo
Ace .Figh
Santa Barbara
Cannon Ball
Jack Huber
Union Head Explains Workers Version of Why Strike Continues
The West Coast Telephone strike stems from a three month negotiation with the company. Union leaders say pay gaps and a seven year progression plan prompt demands for faster top pay, arguing the offered increases barely affect new workers and require wage stabilization board approval. The union insists no illegal demands are made and notes continued talks on page four.
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West Coast Telephone Company
Wage Stabilization Board
Letter From Washington on Defense Production Act
The author argues the Defense Production Act extension will have little effect on daily life and that vetoing by the president offers no benefit. Prices have risen under control, costing about 7 million dollars monthly to operate, and the piece critiques endless appropriations and legislative wrangling as Congress works on bills including appropriations, tidelands, and other measures.
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Congress
Mouses For Rent in Myrtle Point Housing Shortage
The Myrtle Point housing office reports a severe shortage with dozens daily seeking rooms or homes. Advertisers in The Poverain Cover offer rentals, promising a long list of available tenants.
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Myrtle Point
Poverain
Fair Board Finalizes Plans for 1951 County Fair
Coos County fair organizers outline final touches and improvements for the annual show to impress attendees. Upgrades include new bucking stalls and judge’s stands, with preparations and events on August 17 16 and 19.
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Fair Board
Cees County
New Motor Responsibility Law Takes Effect Thursday
The new motor responsibility law comes into full effect Thursday as Secretary Newbry demands compliance from vehicle owners and operators. He warns officials will enforce requirements and penalties, with liability limits and bond options depending on accident severity, and a three year proof of financial responsibility.
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Newbry
Powers Chamber of Commerce Holds Special Meeting
Powers Chamber of Commerce held a special Thursday gathering in the Lions den with dinner at six. City Attorney John Eaton spoke on banking topics and potential service facilities for Powers. Several new members joined and a new letterhead was introduced.
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James Gamwell Powers
Chamber of Commerce
Lionas den
O’cloek
John Eaton
North Bend
Powers
Chamber
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