22 Jan 1959
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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1959
Page
1
Column reflects Cold War rhetoric urging resilience against Soviet influence and hypnosis fears. It contrasts Star to Steer By and a Russian Premier visit with cautious Western responses while urging steady defense and avoidance of mind control tactics.
The Powers Cruisers visit town Friday for an annual basketball clash with the Bobcats. After a recent split with Gold Beach both games were tight and the series is even this season, promising close action and a rowdy crowd.
A license examiner will be on duty in Myris Point on Wednesday January from 2 to 4 pm. at City Hall following an announcement from Oregon Department of Motor Vehicles.
In a concise inaugural message to the Fiftieth Oregon Legislature at Salem, Governor Mark Hatfield emphasized highway funding and federal matching programs but notably omitted Highway 42. The piece contrasts Hatfield with ex Governor Holmes who pressed Highway 42 as essential for federal bond funds and regional connectivity to Coos Bay and Crescent City.
About 120 people attended Myrtle Point Jaycees Bosses' Night banquet at the Anglers Cafe. Bob Geaney won Community's Outstanding Young Farmer for farm leadership and service, while Harold Rushing was named Outstanding Young Man. Both are active in local farm, livestock, and mortuary circles.
The St Marys Episcopal Church parish in Myrtle Point held its annual meeting Sunday night January 18 with 51 attendees. Three bishop's committee members were elected to replace retiring ones: Dr HD Coe, R L Cowart, and Hamilton Thrift. Dr Coe became senior warden. Walter Barklow was named junior warden. Harold Stemmler opened the session after a potluck dinner, with financial reports presented by treasurer Ralph Kring and other updates from the Guild.
The Coes County Community Concert presents a new program on Monday January 26 at 7:15 p.m. in the Marshfield auditorium. The event is a membership presentation featuring local performers and community musicians.
Baltimore Colony descendants plan a pageant tied to the Coos County Fair in Myrtle Point, with a 100th centennial event staged Thursday during the fair. The Coos County Fair board endorsed the plan, arranging tentative activities and sponsor support while detailing exhibits, premiums, and rodeo acts for the upcoming event.
The Red Cross Bloodmobile visited Powers on January 15 and collected 60 pints of blood. Lion Jack Bushnell chaired the drive and Lawrence Maxell headed solicitors who gathered donor names. Volunteers assisted with unloading, staffing, and serving refreshments, while Cub Scouts helped with food donations.
The Coos County Livestock Association schedules its annual meeting for Saturday January 24 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Myrtle Point High School library. Grant Scott Coos County agent will outline programs by Breth Howell John Jacob Astor Experiment Station on livestock forage crops and soil fertility. A fire precaution discussion and antibiotic hay pelleting talk are on the agenda. Noon lunch provided by local volunteers, with Myrtle Point High School music department entertainment during lunch.
Troop 99 Scouts plan a March of Dimes drive at Powers Myrtle Point High School. Leader Johnny Dayton notes local effort with Troop 98 Boils and containers placed in Myrtle Point shops urging residents to donate loose change. Communities organize events as volunteers promote the cause.
The Myrtle Point Chamber of Commerce met at Anglers Cafe at noon to discuss centennial year plans and recruiting efforts. Members considered a single major event and outreach to potential members, aiming to raise local engagement during the centennial celebrations.
Two timber issues will be examined by the U S Forest Service in two scheduled meetings. One session will take place on the 29th at the county courthouse, with details of location and attendees to be confirmed.
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