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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1968
Page
2
A letter column discusses a strange vanishing man seen hitchhiking near Eugene and questions of belief. It also laments sidewalk litter on Spruce Street, critiques TV ads on disability employment, and notes a Christmas card from Honolulu mentioning Myrtle Point. The writer previews part two of Curt Beckham's Gold Fever.
A 1894 shipwreck near San Francisco led Salvation Army workers to shelter survivors and spark the kettle tradition. The idea spread to 30 corps, with Boston's 1897 kettles feeding 150000 people. Today kettles aid patients, prisoners, the elderly, expectant mothers, the homeless, and service members worldwide during Christmas.
Myrtle Point Bobcats beat Reedsport 63 46 and Taft 69 48 then travel to Powers 86 37 and South Amphus 61 47. Seniors Busco Grove Arment pace squad with Wise and Wise Berner juniors. wrestling hosts Bandon Friday as first season with wrestling. aim for 13th straight league title.
Senior sponsors plan the Christmas Ball on December 28 with a Winter Wonderland theme. Mystic Eyes from the Bay area perform 8 30 to 12 30. Connie Flora named November girl of the month for sportsmanship. Deputy Sheriff Pat Sheely to present on drugs December 1 at 10:00 a m for juniors and seniors. G A A bowling at Coquille December 3 and Pep Club caroling December 19. F H A Christmas party December 19 with gift exchange and refreshments. French Club carols also December 19 with refreshments after.
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