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Myrtle Point Herald

Location

Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Dec 04, 1930

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Southern Pacific Wing Plans First Line in Oregon Coast

The Undow' Prete group aims to build a central route to lead in the field, with the Southern Pacific wing platform establishing coastal branches to Tillamook and Coos Bay, tying into a broader network through Curry County as a next step.

Ern Prete Smalggat Ghtap Rt Fcresd Oregen Patife Ryte Bresk Tillasnd Coonay Alige Biockings Curry County

New Mayor Brings In Office and Council Changes

The meeting marked a transition as retiring longtime official W. W. Baynes handed the chair to Chas Harlocker and new officers including Chas Brodrick and Dave McNair took seats. Oathes were administered to Jas D. Clinton for another term and Wallace Dement officiated.

W. W. Baynes Chas. Harlocker Frank Davis X. H. Hansen Chas. Brodrick Dave McNair Jas. D. Clinton Wallace B. Dement Myrtle Point Oregon the Herald Baynes E. A. Dodge Bert Pearson Mabel Harklow Brodrick, McNair and Clinton E. J Schneider E. J. Vinton R. H. Mast Ad Conncil Gale Finance Committee Kring Schriefer Water Committee Schriefer McNair Brodrick Lewer Breuer

Community Retail Burnish: Buy Local This Christmas

The editor urges residents to shift shopping to home stores to ease local distress. Buying locally is framed as a practical relief measure that preserves community wealth and strengthens local conditions during the holiday season. The piece emphasizes loyalty to local merchants over distant outlets and invites readers to spend Christmas money at home.

Amsericen Geo Anr Ethan

Library board approves salary cut amid funding crunch

The library reports 1239 books borrowed last month an average forty per day with 917 by adults 237 by children and eight state books Twenty four new applicants for cards Mrs Barker the librarian asked to reduce her salary to 36 per month from next year until funds allow restore The board supports the cut and will assist the Women’s club bridge party fundraiser National Book Week features beobook displays for children and mothers.

Ubrary Board O'Cloek E. C. Barker

Arago High vs Alumni in Thanksgiving Basketball Thriller

Arago High School edged the Alumni team 9 to 5 after a fast season opener that went to a five minute overtime. Key players included J Binks and D Currie for Arago and A Farrier R Miller and Doyle for the Alumni as scoring details and positions are listed.

Arago Ore Arago High School Ics Tle High School J. Binks D. Currie le Moore R. ‘Ore Seeklani A. Farrier Sinko O. Miller Paull A Doyle Myers R Ey Burt

School vacation dates announced for all district schools

The Christmas break for Union High, junior high, and grade school will begin December 19 and run through January 6.

Union High School

Community Christmas Tree Planned by Firemen

The local volunteer firefighters will erect a Christmas tree at Spruce and Fifth, hosted by the American Legion, and hold a dance at Oaks on Christmas night to raise funds for a kiddies Christmas treat. They invite tips on families needing help to ensure no child misses holiday cheer.

American Legion Oaks E. J.schneider

Bridge budgeted for Coquille River crossing at Gaylord

County budget committee approved 6675 for a bridge across the Coquille River at Gaylord. The move accompanies a special election to fund the project. Residents on the opposite bank endure floods and isolation, recalling a past drowning of David Roberts of Myrtle Point while crossing the river.

Arago Senior Class Presents Sonney Jane Play

Arago High School announces its senior class play Sonney Jane to be staged Friday night with admission at twenty five and fifty cents. The community is urged to attend as Arago dramatists strive to offer quality entertainment for the money.

Arago Sonney Jane

Junior High Team To Face Riverton Saturday

The team that won two earlier games this year meets Riverton next Saturday in what coaches call a test against a strong rival. The game is anticipated as a key matchup for the squad.

Riverton

Card Party for Library Benefit Planned by Ladies

The Woman's club Ways and Means announces a public bridge card party next Saturday afternoon to benefit the library. Mrs. Metta Rosslow leads. Mr. and Mrs. B C Barker donate their Fifth Street home for the event. Bridge starts at two, cards fifty cents, lunch by a committee, invites all local players with RSVP to chairman.

Woman's Club Metta Rosslow B. C. Barker Fifth Street Harris

Woman's Club Sets December Meeting at City Hall

The Woman's club will hold its December meeting next Monday at 2:30 PM at city hall. Held earlier in the month due to holiday rush, the shorter session includes a round table on Christmas for a half hour, with members urged to bring a recipe, decorating idea, or gift suggestion.

Woman’s Club T.eir

Myrtle Point Independents Open Season Against Port Orford

The Myrtle Point Independents host Port Orford at the junior high gym Friday night to start their season. Port Orford, a strong team last year, returns four starters. Tickets cost 15 and 36 cents. The Independents also schedule Powers on the 19th and a Crescent City all-stars game soon.

Myrtle Point Independents Port Orford High Eoknel Oycasion Port Orford High School Independents Crescent City All-Stars

Ladies Aid Shop Opens in Herald Building for Christmas Gifts

The Ladies' Aid of the Presbyterian church starts a shop December 12 in the Herald building for Christmas fancy work and gifts, with a December 13 cooked food sale and afternoon hours through Christmas. The Catholica of Myrtle Point held services at the chapel on Third and Ash. Rev. Father LaMiller led the service and ten prepared for first communion.

The Presbyterian Church Herald Building Catholica of Myrtle Point Ash Father LaMiller

P T A Meeting Promises Variety of Acts Friday

The P T A will hold a Friday evening meeting in the Union high school auditorium with a diverse program. Violin solos by Glen Neidelgh, Miss Janet Martin musical reading, a Murder in the Light House skit, solo by Henry Schroeder, and a talk by Miss Rachael Woodward on her Orient trip.

Union High School Glen Neidelgh Janet Martin Light House Henry Schroeder Rachael Woodward Orient Bong Wee Iris Clarence Ch Miss von Knight Misa Faye Irvine Gertrude Sick Pearl Dodele

Myrtle Point Grange Meeting Held with Toasts and Elections

Myrtle Point grange gathering featured Elasver Russell as toastmaster and remarks by John Carl, Ret. Turner Mac Donald, Judge D F Thompson, and others. Visitors from Bridge, Broadnthen, Bayside attended as Grandma Strong returned, and new officers were elected including Master M M Schmidt Overseer Roy Robison Chaplain KE Ostrander Lecturer Naomi Robison and other roles.

Elasver Russell Myrtle Point Mester—M. M. Schmidt

Oregon pioneer Lorenzo Hollenbeck dies at home

Lorenzo J Hollenbeck, born August 20 1850 in Pennsylvania, died peacefully at his El Cajon area home after a long illness. He married in Butler Center December 27 and lived in Oregon for decades. Survived by several children and his wife Sadie who died earlier. Funeral held at Erickson Mortuary with burial in Greenw Cemetery beside his wife.

Aken Sanny Srey Lorenzo J Hollenbeck New Mr. Hollenbeck Pennsylvania Butler Center I Bandon Ore Beldetbecy Tri Oregon el Cajon Jenbeck Fred Anderson Elton E. J. Lamb Cuyamaca Greenw Cemetery

Fragmentary note reports unclear historic content

The readable fragments mention decay and a cryptic phrase about a silent entity. The text remains garbled with no identifiable names places dates or events. Further context is required to determine the subject or origin.

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