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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1949
Page
1
The article denounces governor led appointments to the state game commission and argues game affairs should be elected rather than appointed to avoid political influence. It claims sportsmen support new commissioners but urges nonpartisan, expert management of wildlife as a public asset. Continued on back page.
An annual Methodist picnic at Camp Myrtlewood near Bridge drew about 150 people for a weekend of activities. The event featured sleeping in cabins, outdoor church service, cafeteria style meals, swimming, a baseball diamond, and kids fishing for crawdaddies. A teen entertainment idea was proposed focusing on wholesome gatherings in the woods.
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A day camp for youths ages up to 36 will run August 8 to 18 at Conn’ Conny grounds. The Fey camp operates under sponsorship of the Girl Scout committee but welcomes non scouts as well. Registration is $1.00 with daily activities from 9:00 to 3:00. Mrs. Virgil Beaudette and Miss Myrtle Wileen lead the program with first aid training in place.
City council notes meters likely to recoup costs with 8741.54 remaining on machines. July meter revenue 685.96 and violations 22.50. fines 515.00 and general receipts 1784.00. Water fund bills 1622.29, payments to Mountain States Power 723.44 for pumps. Myrtle Point funds also approve pipe contractor payment and culvert installations on private drives.
Dist Governor Charles R. Cooley of Grants Pass spoke at the Thursday noon Rotary Club banquet in the Miyrie hotel. He discussed Rotary’s goal of peace and goodwill and noted the recent international convention in New York with delegates from 64 nations. John Carl, club president, presided and introduced guests as the district governor spoke.
Mrs Harris of Hollywood connected via national radio to a Safeway Stores quiz sponsored by soap ads. She failed to answer product questions within a 20 mile radius and received a consolation soap prize after a peppy electric rooster prize offer. Contest ran July 28 to September 17, 1949.
Final Red Cross swim classes will be held Friday at Sugarloaf. The aqua cade has been cancelled due to lack of space. Mrs. Lund Peu t states the change. Parents wishing to attend to view children’s progress are urged to do so.
Thrifty citizens of Coos County exceeded the quota for U S Savings Bonds by eight percent in a region wide drive. Purchasers bought 37 508 14 percent more bonds than in the same period of 1848, with J W Asplund reporting the county’s strong results. E C Sammons praised the county committee noting harsh winter and unsettled business as factors boosting thrift.
Over 10 000 cubic yards of dirt must be moved before construction on the new grade school. At a Monday board meeting in the Junior High, brush was removed and leveling finished by Martin Kincheloe. Filling and drainage bids will be let soon. O C Davenport was sworn in as a member of school district 41 C, with George Hoffman serving as board chairman.
A Myrtle Point Sportsmen's club directors meeting is set for 2 pm Sunday August 7 at city hall with a Federal Soil Conservation department representative to explain conservation education for local schools. Jack Hayes of Southwestern Oregon Sportsmen's asks school board and PTA members to attend to push action to include the course in this year’s curriculum. KE C Roberts chairs the club.
Robert C. Dunham of New York City forfeited a $15 bail to Myrtle Point city after failing to answer a speeding charge of 35 mph in a 20 mph zone. Also notes on early cancer detection and regular medical exams as safeguards.
Police chief says three youths aged 14 to 16 confessed thefts from cars in the city. Recovered items include six fog lights seven backup lights six mud guards one horn tailpipe and 20 to 30 license plates. Juvenile Officer James Leonard coordinated the case with Elmer Davis aiding recovery. Further property to be returned upon identification.
The Myrtle Point Roseburg highway section from Myrtle Point to Roseburg is about 13 days from completion. Contractor Martin Kimechelee says the project widens and resurfaces the route to create a three lane highway into Myrtle Point. The cost runs around $16,000 under the Oregon State Highway Commission supervision.
Emma Schneider sustains a cut and bruised eye after a metal fragment from a pruning tool strikes her on Sunday. Reports say the eye is healing nicely and she is recovering.
A drivers license examiner will be on duty in Myrtle Point at City Hall on Wednesday August 10, 1949, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The visit aims to handle applications efficiently with minimal delay according to the city notice.
Mr and Mrs Lyle Woods and Barbara visited Barbara Cox and a friend at the Cox home, marking a social visit in the neighborhood.
The report shows full land values and assessed amounts at various ratios. It includes unplatted and platted land, improvement values, affixed machinery, and personal property assessments with increases noted.
A fire crew attempted to control a blaze when the truck was consumed by flames. The apparatus was completely demolished, with firefighters continuing the operation despite the loss.
A new lab assistant arrived at Mast hospital on Saturday and is expected to be a success. Thomas Paul, seven pounds two ounces, will live with Mr. and Mrs. John Vinci as their second son. A seven pound two ounce boy named Thomas Craig was born Monday Aug 1 to Mr and Mrs Glade Krewson of Broadbent. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs C L Van Doren and Mr and Mrs E A Krewson of Myrtle Point. Multiple other births are noted at Mast hospital including several daughters and sons born between July 18 and July 32 to families in Myrtle Point Coos Bay Coquille Sitkum Riverton and Broadbent.
Fictional game rules describe donkeys as mounts for players. Bases, outs, and throws revolve around riders remaining mounted to field and to throw to the pitcher, with fielder's choices used when multiple runners are on base.
The Myrtle Point Saddle Club will hold a Trail Ride this weekend. Riders gather Saturday afternoon for a trek to Dude King Baker Creek ranch near Powers and spend the night there before returning Sunday.
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