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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1960
Page
1
A reader letter to the Herald flags the start of a full term in 1960 61 and raises the controversial issue of whether the city should fluoridate drinking water. The note cites a clipping from the Christian Science Monitor and references the public discussion.
A column argues the United States cannot solve the Cuba problem by force, warning that overt action against Castro would inflame Soviet aims and provoke regional backlash. It notes Eisenhower’s stance on self determination and the danger of distant spheres of influence shaping decisions.
Janet Leatherman of Coquille wins Coos county Style Revue Queen at the 4-H demonstration at the Community Building. Runners up Kay Yockey of Bandon and Sandra Counce of Coos Bay named crown princess and honor princess respectively. Champions earn trips to the Dragon State Fair with ribbons awarded by Miss Joyce Swenson and Mrs. Lynn McNutt.
Ervin Wilberger, owner of the Hiland theatre, has been selected to receive a free air trip for himself and his wife to Las Vegas, Nevada. The win came from a ticket he bought in the Will Rogers Memorial hospital and Research Laboratories 1960 Fund drive. The trip dates target September or October.
An estimated 5000 to 6000 people watched Myrtle Point’s 49th annual fair parade on Spruce Street and along the parade route. The crowd cheered a long lineup of floats and participants led by the Coos County Sheriff's Posse, with Elmo Smith and Sam Dement among the notable marchers. The event featured rodeo queen Shirley Zeigter and princesses, numerous floats from local groups, businesses, and clubs, and a celebratory mood marking the fair’s community showcase.
A car driven by Canyon Easton 24 of Coos Bay struck a pickup and trailer driven by H L Wempen near the Remote store on Highway 42 at 12 15 p m Saturday. Donald Baker 23 of Roseburg died at the hospital. Easton, Wempen and others were injured. The ambulance reached the scene in 20 minutes, covering over 17 miles.
Myrtle City Council heard the second reading of the fluoridation ordinance for the water system at its Aug 1 meeting and sent it to a final reading set for Sept 6. If passed and no remonstrance petition is filed, it becomes law. if petitioned, the issue goes to the November election. The council also praised the Veterans of Foreign Wars for a new 50 star flag, directed widening Harris street, and agreed to accept a 19th street right of way from R C Belloni.
Lou Pearce, father of the Coes County Fair, rode in Myrtle Point on Saturday as part of the big fair parade. He helped establish the fair and hoped to be honored at next year’s Fiftieth anniversary, with crowds honoring his decades of sacrifice for the county’s major project.
Coos county's 49th annual fair reported record exhibits and higher total attendance despite similar paid turnout to last year. Four days drew about 18 043 paid entrants plus an estimated 9 000 pass holders, with total five day attendance over 27 000. The event showcased 4-H and FFA champions, livestock parades, flower and crafts displays, and a popular western dance drawing large crowds. County agents noted strong cooperation from locals and officials in sustaining a successful show.
The district schedules a start with new student enrollment and boundary checks. Teachers attend a high school workshop on Monday and Tuesday, August 20 and 21, then Coos County Workshop in North Bend Wednesday and Thursday. Final school prep occurs Friday September 3.
Dr Harold Frederick, recently affiliated with Dr Edward Engstrom, brings pre dental studies from Bemidja State Teachers College and Itasca Junior College. He earned DDS from the University of Minnesota in 1960 and received a special American Dentistry award. The Fredericks live at 210 A Street with two sons Stephen and Michael and a pet skunk named Oscar. He expects to enjoy Myrtle Point fishing.
Dr Robert P Whittaker of Myrtle Point joined 5000 veterinarians at the American Veterinary Medical Association annual sessions in Denver August 14 to 18. Dr Clifford A Bjork of Portland was installed to the AVMA executive board. Dr Dallen H Jones of Roseburg served as official delegate from the Oregon Veterinary Medical Association. Over 100 lectures panels and closed circuit TV demonstrations covered veterinary medicine research public health and agriculture.
The schedules for all Myrtle Point high school students are being mailed this week. Readers should expect delivery by Friday September 20 or nearby dates as listed on the notices.
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