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08 Aug 1935
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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1935
Page
1
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Mary E Cary was adjudged insane at the end of a trial week in Coos County. A Portland specialist concluded she showed persecutory delusions and slowed progress, with guardianship to be appointed. Also notes divorce filings and several marriage licenses issued in the area.
A large family gathering was held at Mrs Emma Hermann’s home on Sunday with many relatives and friends. Attendees included Eugeny Herman of Portland and Mrs N W McDonald of Bremerton, visiting from Washington, plus numerous locals and friends from Broadbent Myrtle Point Powers Ashland and Norway.
Myrtle Point residents gathered for a family picnic at the city park on Sunday. Present were Mr and Mrs Stan ley Halter and extended family from Coquille, Araga, Johnson Mill, Bridge and Myrtle Point, including Alma Halter, Ray mond Halter, Virgil Hatter, Russell Danielson, Adrian Halter, Allen Halter, Ronald Halter, Knight, Nick Mullen, and Norman Halter with son.
Fred Kenneson brother of Mrs Bert Dew and Vern Kenneson of Fairview is very seriously ill with heart trouble at Vern Kenneson's home. He was a Portland hospital patient recently, suffered a severe heart attack Saturday evening, but was somewhat improved at press time.
Mrs Louise Linegar of Santa Cruz was the guest of honor at a potluck hosted by her brother and sister in law Mr and Mrs Henry A Schroeder. Attending were Mr and Mrs A H Bender Ellsworth Dorothy and Mrs Kate Hodson of Norway Mr and Mrs J D Carl Herbert and Wallace Mr and Mrs Clarence Schroeder Lois and Mrs Emily Hickam and son Kent all of Arago Charles Schroeder of Coquille Mr and Mrs Edwin Schroeder and Mr and Mrs Henry Schroeder of Myrtle Point plus Mrs Linegar.
Clifford Chase son of Mr and Mrs A C Chase of Marshfield won first place in the B division of the Jimmie Allen Plane Building contest. His Baby Bunting model earned 25 dollars at the Portland judging and advances to Los Angeles for the final grand prize on August 31. Clyde Earl Stenson and Ben Qoslind won second prizes in the A division.
Members of the Schroeder family Dioneers of this section will gather at the Clarence Schroeder place in Arago this coming Sunday for their annual picnic. The usual large attendance is expected.
Lester Dement of Broad Bent purchases City Meat Market from the Davis family. Dement, raised in Coos County, plans to sell only choice white faced cattle and top grade meats. He aims to renovate and equip the market to be among the county’s most modern and sanitary. Paul Davis will manage for a time assisted by Harold Endicott and Howard Barkley.
The Ladies Aid of the Methodist church will hold a quilt display on Saturday August 24 from 1 pm to 8 pm with the place to be announced later Prizes for quilts include first 75c second 80c and third 23c Afghans and rugs also on display with blue ribbons Refreshments available for a small fee
Public Hero No 1 screens at the Hiland theater this Sunday Monday and Tuesday. The film centers on the San Quentin escape the Purple gang depredations and the capture and death of Dillinger for movie fans.
Ellis Lewis started last Thursday driving a Central Transfer truck replacing William Buck Arnold who was laid off due to a broken toe in the left foot. The incident follows the company’s upcoming team changes.
Miss Alma Fleming and Arthur Doyle of Arago were married in Coquille Saturday afternoon by Rev W S Smith. Attendants were Mrs Charles Verding and Ray Fleming. The couple now reside at the W D Doyle place in Arago where relatives visited Sunday night and shared candies and cigars.
The Security Bank of the city announced changes after the death of former cashier Karl Kaufman. Harv Derent becomes cashier, Ralph Kring assistant cashier, Mrs Genevieve Kaufman widow of Karl Kaufman, and Miss Ruth Barton retains her position. The bank, rooted in a 14 year reorganization from Flanagan and Bennett, has long-standing local ties and personnel changes reflecting its evolving leadership.
About 400 people attended the Townsend chicken dinner on Tuesday noon with 313 tickets sold. Speakers included FE H Joelink Marshfield Rev J F P Chappell North Bend O W Walker Coquille and A A Baker Myrtle Point. The program featured music by local artists and community helpers credited for serving and arranging the event.
Promoter Tex Salkeld signs Leroy Gibson to defend lightweight title against Mike Stankovich in a Marshfield Armory card on Friday August 9. A second bout pairs Loggerback Hibbard of Marshfield against Punch em Paul Delaney for the middleweight title.
Myrtle Point High School FFA plans exhibits at the 24th annual Coos County Fair in Myrtle Point from September 11 to 14. Students will show project animals poultry and farm shop constructed work in farm mechanics. Eligible Smith Hughes students from 1934 to 36 may compete with cash awards totaling 108 dollars to 16 winning projects.
The first annual Coos County Homemakers Vacation Camp at Eel Jake last week drew about 43 women for five days of relaxation, classes, crafts, and social activities. Mra Weer Laird led basket weaving with Mra Sora Wertz supervising, and Miss Marjorie Otts taught swimming and block printing.
Mary Jane Barklow wife of Daniel Barklow Jr died Monday night of a heart attack. Born June 15 1868 in Richland County Iowa she moved to Myrtle Point as a child and lived there most of her life. She was active in the Brethren church and godmother to many, known for visiting the sick and aiding families until her death.
Mr and Mrs LA Bernier and Mr and Mrs Lloyd Jarvis with their nephew spent Sunday at the Calvin Bay home in West Myrtle Point. The couples celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary with family.
Mra W W Wilson was taken to Coquille hospital for treatment Sunday and has been under observation there since. A blood disorder was found to be the cause of her illness. Doctors Rankin and Wilson of Coquille and Keizer held as consultation Wednesday and sent to Portland for serum to be used in her treatment. Mr and Mrs. Harry Nelson, Mrs. Wilson's brother in law and sister, and Mrs. Lee Sennett, all of Klickitat Wash., expected to arrive in Coquille today bringing the serum with them. It was stated to The Herald-reporter today that Mrs. Wilson was much improved and feeling the best she has since entering the hospital.
Plans for the State College picnic at Norway Sunday are nearly complete. Attendees are urged to bring a basket lunch and enjoy swimming baseball and outdoor sports. many cars will be departing Myrtle Point for those needing a ride.
An accident near an electric company machine caused a vehicle to leave the road and enter a ditch. McCue and Williams were thrown from the car and reported injured.
Woman leaders from across the county attended the Ceos county WCTU Institute in the Myrtle Point Methodist church. County president Mrs. C. C. Farr of Coquille presided over the Tuesday gathering.
The E C Barker Jewelry Store in Point marked its 15th anniversary on a Tuesday in August. The Barker family came to the area after purchasing the business from Claude C Moon, settling in Myrtle Point in 1930. The piece recounts local road conditions, early service stations, and various businesses in Myrtle Point during that era.
An Army plane at Arago overturned after landing when its wheel struck a gopher hole. Pilot Moomaw, a U S service member from March Field, suffered a broken propeller and tail in the overturn. The damaged ship was transported to Portland by truck.
Doris Johnson, 16, of Lee injured her eye opening a jar of fruit Sunday. A fragment of glass or metal cut her eye, and she was taken to a physician for treatment.
A grandmother welcomed twin boys born on her birthday marking a unique family milestone. The babies are reportedly the first twins in the extended family, tying a notable date to a new generation.
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