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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1936
Page
2
In the preliminary game Powers second team defeated Coos River second team 3B to 11. Friday Arago teams visit Powers and next week Powers travel to Arago.
Over 38 members and guests attended a Ladies' Aid meeting of the Community church hosted by Mrs Henry Moe at the Forrester home. An important meeting is planned for Feb 13 at Mrs Ned E Sloneker's North Powers home.
The January forecast from the U S government station notes one or more precipitation days, seven coal days, two partly cloudy periods, and twenty two cloudy days in the period.
Multiple households report weekend travel and relocations in Oregon. David E Bairdre, Stephens Roseburg, and Stewart attended events in Eugene while Mr and Mrs Myer McCready visited from Lebanon. Ernest Hammack’s family moved to River ton for ranch work and Mrs D C Welch spent the week in Tacoma.
Mystic Chapter O. E. R. S hosts official visit by Mrs. W V Glaisyer of Coquille Grand Matron of Oregon. A 2 pm school of instruction preceded a dinner and meeting with out of town visitors. Mrs Glaisyer received a degree and gift. corsages were given. refreshments followed by a social committee.
The Townsend club held a short Sunday session and announced a new meeting time. Beginning Wednesday February 12 the club will gather at 8 PM each week in the Fellowship clubhouse with plans for better attendance and entertaining programs.
Work on Eden Ridge and at the Coos Bay Lumber Company shops closed Friday night. Work will not recommence until the San Francisco strike is settled. A saddle tank engine for hill use has been added to company equipment and was expected to push full swing this week.
IOOF and Rebekah lodges held a social hour Friday night as the Fellowship clubhouse served as an election place in Powers. The regular meeting was postponed until after 9 o clock. Joe Leggett and J W Tanner led the social committee with refreshments.
The Junior Women met Tuesday at the Fellowship clubhouse electing three new members Mrs L C Welch Mrs Vern O Neil and Mrs Neor. They planned a Valentine party for February 14 with each member inviting another couple. An auction of a basket bench and dancing and cards were planned along with fund allocations to Carryer ts nee and Scholarship Loan fund.
The Royal Neighbors hold a regular meeting Monday night in Moose hall. Music chapter OFES meets next Thursday evening in Moose hall. American Leagues gather Friday this week in The Hut.
Mrs Ralph Milne led the high score for members at the Powers Club gathering held at Mrs E Semper’s home in Myrtle Point. Mrs Clare Lehmanowsky placed second among guests, with Mrs Fientge Peekins of Myrtle Point earning guest high.
The executive board of the Woman’s Club met with President Mrs John Purvis Tuesday to plan future activities. A garden program the traveling kitchen display and a University of Oregon debate team presentation were on the agenda. Members present were Mrs Olin Lay Mrs Henry Moe Mr Ray Hall and Mrs James Gamwell.
Local members of the Odd Fellows from the area traveled to Myrtle Point West on Wednesday to assist in conferring the Initiatory degree. Attendees included Lester Thorpe William Ballard Earl E Rover George Beaty M I Thompson Joe Leggett and J W Tanner. The group remained for a social hour after the meeting, which was enjoyed by all.
Residents voted against city incorporation in a February polls result with 9 votes cast and widespread belief that incorporation would burden taxpayers due to expenses. The small turnout and mixed figures show a general stance against forming a new municipality.
Absence of Mrs Jess Jones keeps hostess away. Mrs Loui Hoch chairs the meeting of S. Bridges Altar Society. Main business is arranging a public card party to benefit orphans with plans for the third week in February and date to be announced. Refreshments were served by the hostess.
The Bible Standard Church Missionary Society spent Wednesday cleaning the building painting floors and covering windows with imitation stained glass. Members raised funds through food sales and fancy-work sales to pay for repairs.
Mrs Jennie Jones hosted the Sunshine club gathering Tuesday afternoon. Ten members attended an afternoon of sewing and refreshments were served by the hostess. Mrs Jones was elected to the group leadership.
A Tuesday afternoon birthday party for the matron featured a potluck at her home in Sachetheta. Guests included Morgae Thomas Utterbuck Heise Frye of Robertson Ray Wileer H E Quihough Ned Slonecker FO D Johnson and James Rouw. Attendees spent time removing a quilt for the hostess.
A birthday luncheon in honor of Mrs Robertson brings neighbors together for a Malay patterned afternoon. Ladies in attendance include Mesdames FCC Johnson Ned Slo necker Thomas Uftterback William Winkelman James Rouw Ellis Kite William Ballad George Sruth and Jerry Rouw.
Mrs Lou Heoh hosted a Friday evening event at High Lane with two tables. Mrs Wayne won first prize and Mrs D C Welch finished second.
The Misionary Society of the Rose held a silver tea at the home of Charles Stalard. A small amount was raised, with funds noted as about $16 in total. The event preceded the election for No 1 Power district. The next regular meeting is scheduled Friday at the parsonage.
Mrs HE Bones and Miss Naner led a small group that sewed twin quilts and shared a delicious potluck. Attendees included Mesdames Howard, Bones, Devereux, Mayes, Warner, Roth, Karry, and Miss Hayes of Norway who spent the weekend with friends. Several guests joined on Wednesday evening for an informal social and a flu recovery update.
Thursday Bridge club met with Mrs. Ray Stewart last Thursday. Three tables were in play with high score by Mrs. W C G Carty and low by Mrs. Ray Barry.
A crowded evening social period featured Mr and Mrs H. D. Bones and others visiting, with numerous local residents attending church programs, school events, and informal gatherings. The record lists names such as Leana Kariy, Carl Hainey, John Warner, Evelyn Bones, and many families visiting Marshfield and area venues.
Fragmentary text mentions multiple names and places with unclear meaning and timing. It appears to reference voting and social events but lacks coherent details to identify a definite person, organization, or date.
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