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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1961
Page
3
Oregon State College researchers led by Dr. Robert E. Meredith probe electro chemical methods to jointly or separately extract copper and zinc from ore concentrates. The work aims to cheaply convert inactive mines into brass producing sources by testing hypothetical ore blends in the lab.
The State Department of Planning and Development supports a research effort on zinc and other resources in cooperation with Meredith. Two senior chemical engineering students assist the project: Robert Rettig of Ontario and Jack Mackie of Portland.
The Coquille Lions sponsor a Free Vision Clinic on February 18, 1961, in Coquillé for all school age children. The Massachusetts Vision Test, prepared by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, will be administered by the Vision Conservation Institute of the Northwest in cooperation with the Lions. A written report of results will be given to parents, and the program has tested over 25,000 children with about 8,000 failing to pass.
The VCI and Coquille Lions Club invite parents to bring their school-age children to the Washington School auditorium on Saturday February 18 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to check vision. If a problem is found, take the child to a Vision Specialist for a complete vision analysis.
Coos County joins 31 Oregon counties in funding and distributing the new Handbook for Jurors prepared by the Oregon State Bar. The booklet explains jury roles, examination, evidence, case types and common terms to help citizens serving on juries. Chief Justice McAllister praises its usefulness for fulfilling duties.
Sitkum News notes Mr and Mrs John Stinson returning Tuesday from 11 days with son Wallie in Klamath Falls and visiting Sixes with daughter Vern Davis until Monday. John’s brother Jim Stinson and Alan Martin of Dos Talos joined them. Funeral for Oscar Bunch was Monday Feb 6 at Myrtle Point with many from the valley in attendance.
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People from Roseburg Myrtle Point Coquille and Salem travel for family visits church activities and school board meetings. Attendees include Mrs Eth el Abernethy Mrs Julia Benham Mr Ivan Laird and Murl Laird with events in Roseburg Myrtle Point North Bend Dallas Texas and California. Community members attend Bible study and extension club lunches while others seek medical care and attend national meetings.
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