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Myrtle Point Herald

Location

Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Jan 23, 1969

Page

6

Bobcats Remain Undefeated In League Play With Two Wins

Myrtle Point improved to 3 0 in league play after beating Gold Beach 12 and Bandon 63 48. Brad Bosco led with 19 points and 37 rebounds while Dan Grove added 16. The Bobcats face Pacific Friday and Central Linn Saturday in non league action.

Myrtle Point Gold Beach Bandon Bobcats Tigers Brad Bosco Cats Bosco Pacific Central Linn Cobras Dan Grove Coquille

MP Wrestlers Meet Marshfield at Home Next Week

The MP wrestling team, sidelined by illness, beat Gold Beach 48-11 and Coquille 46-11 after a 27-26 loss to Brookings at the Coquille tournament. They face Marshfield on Thursday January 23, the Pacific Pirates on Friday January 24, then Reedsport on Saturday January 25 at 7 p.m.

Gold Beach Brookings Coquille Bandon Marshfield Pacific Pirates Reedsport Braves

Bowling Biz By Liz Highlights Weekend Scores Across Leagues

Ed Kirkpatrick matched by Allen Miller in Twilighters. Gloria Everden and Bruce Barkwell staged high totals in Reno. Myra Sturgill, Irene Gasner, and Maria Murray posted solid series while Joan Crockett impressed with 576. Channel Chicks spark two triplicate scores. Fran Crook led with 204-568.

Keglers Ed Kirkpatrick Allen Miller Leota Shaddox Goldie van Fossen Reno Gloria Everden Bruce Barkwell Gloria Ernie Aliey Dusters Myra Sturgill Mort’s Coast Filo Schmidt Verna Day Irene Gasner Big Bend Marge Anderson Greta Pillete Marie Murray Bank Billie Joan Crockett Channel Chicks Rita Sams Patsy Douglas Fran Crook Betty DeWald Thurs Lara Howe Annabelle Walton Acme Machine Joe Martinka Don’s Drug Clay Caffey

Former MPHS Star Brings Team to Town

Tinker Hatfield, a former Myrtle Point Bobcats star from 1945 to 1949 and Oregon Coach of the Year in 1966, leads the Cen tal Linn Cobras visiting the Bobcats this Saturday. Hatfield, athletic director and coach, is joined by his son Tinker Lynn in the lineup.

Cobras Cental Linn Bobcats Central Linn Myrtle Point Tinker Hatfield Hatfield Oregon

Myrtle Point High School News Highlights Clubs and Service

Pep Club plans red and blue pom poms for Coquille game. Ann Gurney chosen December girl of the month for All around Girl. Connie Flora presents her corsage. G.A.A. to sponsor Sweetheart Ball on February 8 with semi formal dress. Window decorating contest prizes. CYC expands from 10 to 25 members and aims for 50. FHA pot luck January 15. Delegates to State Convention in Corvallis. Patty Pugh attends National Convention in Florida. All 18-year-olds must register with Selective Service. offices at city hall and high school. Army specialist Michael R. Pelton, 21, son of Marion Pelton, assigned to 184th Ordnance Battalion near Qui Nhon, Vietnam.

Ann Gurney Connie Flora Ann NHS Selective Service Commission Department of Defense Myrtle Point City Hall High School Art Motz William Richardson Leona Shields Michael R. Pelton Marion O. Pelton Ore 184Th Ordnance Battalion Qui Nhon Vietnam

Abominable snowman talks spark wild sports and census debate

A satirical piece discusses possible abominable snowman football players and oddball sports scenarios, then shifts to Congressman Dellentack pushing census question repeal and Nixon-era oddities. It critiques rock-throwing fans and notes baseball arm talent amid political jabs.

Nixon Nixons Washington

Bridge and Remote News Bulletin Highlights Local Events

Community notices list birthday celebrations and family visits in Coos Bay and Myrtlewood area. Events include a horse club gathering at Ivan Patterson home and a church meeting attended by Victor Stevens and others. A Bridge basketball game vs Myrtle Point Methodist Church is noted along with local hospital illness and birthday dinners at the Myrtle Hotel and Elvin Waterman residence.

Victor Stevens Clarence Bloyd Larry Basey Charles Oberman Christian Men’s Fellowship The Empire Baptist Church Coos Bay Nita Gibbs Nampa Calif Dick Downs Horse Club Ivan Patterson Ben and Lore Roth Jack Basey Connie Hathaway Grant Levens Myrita Bert Patterson Camp Myrtlewood Springfield Everette Culver Dwight Gene Craig Randy Bandon Rodney Hasel Reeves Bridge Myrtle Point Methodist Church Bruce Miller Mast Elvin Waterman Andy Waterman Jim Jewett Fred Waterman Robert Waterman Earl Waterman

Local hosts welcome Dris coll and Patty Sue

Mr and Mrs Frank Meldrum and Susan hosted over the weekend inviting guests Dris coll and Patty Sue of Eugene for a brief social visit.

Ani Driscoll Patty Sue Eugene Frank Meldrum Susan

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