Myrtle Point Herald masthead and publishing details
Myrtle Point Herald weekly newspaper details the staff positions including managing editor Shirley France society editor Marie Wichols and production by Gloria Madewell established 1889. It notes publication every Thursday and the mailing address P O Box 578 Myrtle Point Oregon 97458 and second class postage under the 1897 act.
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Bill Palmroth
Shirley France
Marie Wichols
Gloria Madewell
Myrtle Point
P.O
Myrtle Pont
Ore
Nichols urges Myrtle Point buy of Ham ton Thrift for park site
City Administrator Ben Nichols suggests acquiring the Ham ton Thrift property at Fifth and Maple for a downtown park or small square. He notes unpaved parking causes drainage problems but sees potential if federal funds or local lease options enable early use while awaiting full development.
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Ben Nichols
Myrtle Point
Chamber of Commerce
Pedestrian safety myth busted in 1969 fatality report
The 2090 edition of the annual booklet from the veterans Insurance Companies shows pedestrians killed crossing streets between intersections 4040 and at intersections 2190. Rural highway deaths numbered 1400 with dark clothing and walking against traffic common factors.
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Inter
Un-Conference gathers environmental leaders at Canby Camp
A four day gathering on September 14 17 at Canby Grove Camp 22 miles south of Portland links students faculty and experts in a no lecture format to discuss ecological future. About 500 participants including 1000 students 100 faculty and 100 experts will share cabins meals and campfire sessions.
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Molalla River
Canby Crove Camp
Portland
Cindy Graham
Camp Mees
Sukely
Georgia- Pacific
Tom McCall
SPAK
P.O. Box
Portlaad
Graham
Boy Born at Bess Kaiser Hospital Portland
A father recounts the birth of his son Loren William at 5:38 a.m. Friday at Bess Kaiser Hospital in Portland. He and wife Joan expected a girl but welcomed a boy, and Older son Tony learns he now has a brother as the family prepares to adjust to life at home.
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Bess Kaiser Hospital
Portland
Joan
Loren William
Loren
Tony
Kiwanis Promote Drug Education At Coos County Fair
Coos Bay Coquille and North Bend Kiwanis clubs run an Operation Drug Alert booth at the Coos County Fair to educate parents and youth about drug abuse risks and prevention. Gene Schrag chairs the effort with materials to compare printing quality and encourage community learning.
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Coos Bay
Coquille
North Bend
Kiwanis
United States
Canada
Kiwanis Clubs
Coos County
Gene Schrag
Coquille Kiwanis Club
Myrtle Point Herald Change of Ownership in 1960
In July 1960 the Myrtle Point Herald reports a sale of ownership from George Hall to Elbert P. Hall alias Al Hall. Floyd Hall and Esther Will remain active in the paper and Al previously served as master printer and linotype operator.
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Myrtle Point Herald
George Hall
Elbert PF
al) Hall
Lloyd Hall
Floyd
Herald
Esther
Oregon Representative Seeks Economic Recovery for Fourth District
In a DC address the Oregon congressman cites the wood products reliance of the Fourth District and the impact of tight money and high interest rates on homebuilding and demand for regional materials. He notes unemployment remains high though shows tentative signs of recovery with rising national product, stock market gains, and increased savings.
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Congress
Oregon
Oregon Representative Backs Emergency Housing Legislation
Dellenback cites federal housing act as boost to construction and forest products jobs. He notes President’s concern over Oregon economics and hopes for swift law implementation to aid employment. Follow up meetings in Medford and other cities aim to expand exports and broaden the economic base.
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Congress
Oregon
Chambers of Commerce
Eugene Gipringfield
Medford
Roseburg
Coos Bay
North Bend
Grants Pass
Obituary notices from Myrtle Point area residents
Obituaries report Robert S. Sheedy of Powers who died July 30 in Coos Bay at 61, owner of Powers Store, in local service and lodge circles. Additional notices mention Patrick Eugene Whitetail who died August 2 after a highway accident, and Jim King, local school official, speaking event notes. The items include family ties, lodge affiliations, and funeral details at Myrtle Point chapel and Sunset Crematorium.
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Robert S. Sheedy
Powers
Coos Bay
Northport
Wash
Myrtle Point
Sheedy
Myrtle Lodge
Portland
Scottish Rite
Elgin
Klein Assembly
Rainbow Girle
EUGENE WHITE_ WALL
Patrick Eugene Whitetail
Bridge
Genta Monten
Calét
Bridge Grads
Donnia Fay Hall
Rococo
Harold
Brikett
Alberta
al Gaskowiak
Beth Linke
Grand Rapides
Mich
Charles Hasel
Myrtle Point Chapel
Sunset
Jim King
Myrtlee Point
Coos Curry
Summer band numbers at Park North Bend
The first session of summer band opened this week with 20 students. Refreshments will be served and the public is invited. Practices run each morning from to 11 a.m. at Myrtle Point High School band room. Will perform in the Fair parade on Saturday August 18.
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State Senate
Air & Water Quality Committee
The
Institute of Public Affairs Research
Myrtle Point High School
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Salem
With Griz
Fuet
People’s Forum
Pearson
Cathtart
Verne Lundy
Mr. Lundy
D.C
With Dellenback
Robert Sheedy
Ity
Florence Sheedy
Scappoose
Forrest H
Carmichael
Cali
Carl T
Johm Day
Gale H
Myrtle Pot Chapel
Cool Mortuaries
Myrtle Lodge 18
Ed Troyer
Sunset Park
Volltedt
Volkswagen
Bex
Tess
In the Woods Wells
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