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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1949
Page
4
The Buck team defeated Myrtle Creek with the score 33 38 at halftime and led a close contest. A big matchup looms as Coos Bay Longshoremen travel here next Wednesday evening for a tough season game cited by local rivals.
A list of local residents traveling and visiting from Coos Bay and nearby towns over the weekend includes Mr and Mrs Berlyn Huntley, Mr and Mrs Walter Newbury and daughter, and families. Reportedly strong winds caused damage to a machine shed and roofs, with a Rodger and Run Gravel plant conveyor blown down, and several properties affected. The Gaylord Women’s Club held a Benefit Card Party to a successful turnout with dinner and socializing at Jesse Hayes’ home, while visitors from Yosemite Park, Myrtle Point, Broadbent, and Sutherlin joined local families for visits before returning home.
The Bobcats beat the Red Devils as a determined trio led the scoring surge. They built momentum throughout the game and proved tougher to stop than their rivals, sealing the win with a concentrated team effort.
The Bobcats triumphed over Florence High 53 26 in a decisive Friday night game. Bing ham led scoring with 11 points, Weber and Smack each had eight, and Jock Pinkley contributed points as the team controlled the pace throughout. Coquille Red Devils beat Central Point High 37 to WM.
The Meeiee club held a meeting outlining a plan for a club house 40 by 110 feet with colors and equipment. A dance or shoot will be held similar to the November 20 event and all sportsmen are invited. The next meeting is scheduled for City Hall on Monday December 12.
Last week a turkey dinner was held at the Myrtle Lane Inn home of Mr. and Mrs. Detlefson. It celebrated the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. James Agostino and Ernie Detlef's birthday with cards afterward. Relatives attended from local families.
Fragmentary notes mention Howard on the elementary school, Relph on the Myrtle Point city council, and references to political positions involving two unnamed wives or associates. The text remains incomplete with unclear roles and outcomes.
A fragment describes joy and leisure with guests present including Kuiina, Mr and Mrs Norton and their son Jetain of Joe, Det Canasta, and John Jef Coos in a casual social note.
The council held a meeting to evaluate water supply needs and the cost of laying 700 feet of pipe. City water committee, chaired by L Rads and including W L Bell and Norwood Browne, was tasked to report findings and options at the next meeting. Mayor Myers and Attorney were present.
A list of gift ideas including a record player portable radio electric train wagon desk lamp bed lamp and a carpenter set. Also mentions an electric corn popper and lounge chair for gifting.
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