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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1935
Page
1
The readable text centers on a Deep Sea related phrase with two names or entities repeating. It does not provide a clear event date location or action. The fragment suggests a nautical or sea themed item but lacks concrete details to form a full report.
The county highway department plans to buy three new trucks with specified capacity and wheelbase. Bids may include three used GMC E-30 trucks as trade-ins. The county also allows Umpqua National Forest to use a sun frame for map purposes and to loan map copies when needed.
Frorate Estate lists Philips of Marshfield as executor for W T Philips who died in 1934 with two daughters as heirs. Wayne L Wood estate admitted to probate with Will G Barrow of Marshfield as administrator. County court orders release indicate Rose Rubin now freed from Louise Home in Portland after admission in 1934.
The county court has approved beer licenses for G. W Gessler of Powers, W Priest of Remote, Ralph Allen of Route 1 Marshfield, and James Farrell of Powers.
Adella Y Olsen has assumed the business name The Spot for her place of business on Lakeside road near Teemile bridge. The change formalizes the storefront under the assumed name.
Coos County court actions order a cash refund of 1147 to John Vandlur for taxes overpaid on realty. Kinney property sale in Coos Bay with Shriver as special agent at 15 percent commission. Tax overassessment relief and remittance of 30 percent of new due. Deeds recorded free of charge for Cape Arago highway right of way and Elk Creek Realty. Elk Creek property offered to John Paulsen for 685 cash. Child custody and welfare orders place Robert Jr and Clara Willard with Boys and Girls Aid Society in Portland for up to a year.
Complaints filed include H. G. Hermann versus William Weekly and Dorryn Smith versus Roy Smith of Coquille. The couples married last August seek restoration of former names Williams and Butler. Other cases involve stock in the defunct Bank of Southwestern Oregon, foreclosures, judgments, and property disputes in Myrtle Point, Marshfield, and surrounding areas.
The Hiland Theater marks its 11th year in Myrtle Point coinciding with Island Theater’s 10th anniversary. Manager Austin Dodge leads the anniversary program featuring The Little Minister with Katharine Hepburn, plus future engagements including Forsaking the Priest and The County Chairman.
Five youths were accused of throwing rocks at depot street lights with three admitting guilt in writing and implicating others. Police had tracked damage to power company bulbs across the city as Chief Bert Pearson pursued the culprits. Suspects named include Albert King Slim Kollar Verio Ringo Tom Draper and Chester Cook.
A Womens Club gathering drew a good turnout as Miss Vincent demonstrated dress fitting with a high school pupil as model. Four Campfire girls presented a skit while Mrs R C Young spoke on better home life. The next meeting will be guest day with non members invited. Mrs A LaFlamme will lead the program.
Sempert enhanced his corner drug store display by adding a self designed glass topped case this week. The case serves as a wrapping counter and aims to draw customers to many overlooked needs.
Examiner Ward McReynolds will be in Myrtle Point at city hall Friday February 1 from 10 a m to 3 p m to issue licenses to drive cars. Those seeking permits should contact him during hours.
The Myrtle Herald earned a top five finish in the annual contest of the Oregon State Free Conference and Sigma Delta awards. The paper, recognized as a leading weekly, traces its ties to university journalism and the 1934 award era.
In a Friday night battle at Marshfield armory the Marshfield Pirates edged the Bobcats 25 to 22. Bob Young was absent, Rackleff and Barklow led Bobcats despite the setback, Dru liner scored seven for the visitors, Ring added six for Marshfield, and Marshfield remained undefeated atop the league with Myrtle Point next.
A camelia placed by Myrtle Greenhouses proprietor A M Cooper at the Henry Schroeder property on Sunday now stands about two feet high with many rose like blooms and buds. The shrubs can reach over 30 feet in height.
Friday evening a bus bound for Marshfield left the road near F A Denison ranch Norway, jumped the ditch, and struck a telephone pole. The front end was badly caved in but no one was hurt as passengers were taken to another stage and reached Marshfield shortly after schedule. The driver was Harry Wat 4.
Mrs. T A Lamb conducts SERA adult classes at Myrtle Point city hall with target attendance of 10 and age 16 plus. Upcoming sessions include American Literature 2:30 to 4:30 on select Thursdays and a Saturday English skills course from February 2 to March 30.
Members of the Rebekah lodge met Monday night to install the officers for the upcoming year A social time followed with refreshments Officers inducted included Elizabeth Decker noble grand Ida Harris vice grand Ava Hufford secretary Sarah Hermann treasurer Appointive officers included Velma Johnson warder Silas Ellis conductress Maude Ellis junior and go Mrs Jennie Rackliff junior guard Rebecca Adams junior member Bessie Warner trustee Ruby Baker inside guardian Rosie Jewett outside guardian Blanche Felsher chaplain.
Mr and Mrs. Charles D. Price celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary while wintering with their son-in-law and daughter Mr and Mrs. Tom Hayes at the Hayes ranch above Powers. They were married in Neosho Missouri and have lived in Oregon over 80 years. A daughter Mrs. Ernest Johnson of Charleston visited, while another daughter Miss Edna Price of Eugene could not attend. Out-of-town friends Mary Hartley Truman Hartley of Broadbent and Addie Hayes and Celement Hayes of Gaylord also visited.
Beyers is conferring with the state tax commission or wife who have been in the for several days are expected home tomorrow.
Arago teams faced losses in two games with scores 19 to and 30 to 21 while the high school squad fell 33 to 12. Coos River led 21-3 at halftime as Arago trailed 32 to 16 in the second half. Opening lineups listed Barklow, Sinke, Celijey, Schroeder and Pike among others.
The Tuesday night session at the Presbyterian church marked the end of the membership drive led by L. L. Powers with the winning team. Judge McLain sent an excused absence and a financial report showed cash on hand up from January 1 while no Community Chest drive was held. John Backfrim performed with Mrs. W A Couden providing piano accompaniment as President Jesse D. Clinton thanked committees and outlined recent activities.
Entertain ment includes solo dances vocal selections and special musical numbers. Mrs Helen Pan cnast chairs the entertain ment committee. The ball is set for Saturday Feb 2 and is expected to be a major event. Veterans of Foreign Wars lend their hall to accommodate a large crowd. Myrtle Point Lions handle advance ticket sales with over 300 sold. A large birthday cake by A W Gardner of Myrtlewood bakery is a highlight. 70 percent of proceeds go to local children.
Local paper notes Hobent five event at Neosbor High School with plans to engage residents and feature school activities and announcements.
The Epworth League sponsors a basket social in February to raise funds for transportation to the League convention at Keystone Falls. Event runs from 8 p m to 1 a m with refreshments and prizes. Everyone is invited.
Powers delegation visits Riverton to watch the Powers high team play in the temporary Riverton gym after a recent fire. The first team won 44 to 11 and the second team 16 to 6. A Coos River clash was postponed, and a light outage near the end of the third quarter stalled the second game, with postponements to follow.
Rigger Slim, tied to KOAC for three years, brings the West Coast Sogo to Gravelford Community next Thursday night February 7. The show starts at 8:00 with oldtime and modern dancing by the Loggers as usual admission is only a nominal sum and a large crowd is expected.
The report notes marriages performed Friday by Rev. Mar Arthur F. Peterson of Rose Lodge in Lines county and by Justice 251 J. Stanley in Coquille. A North Bend meeting and collection details appear amid incomplete data.
A garbled OCR fragment lists attendees at a bedside scene including Wallace Milled and Mrs Bert Pauli, with unclear first names and places. The readable parts indicate a central figure supported by accompanying persons, suggesting a hospital or family visit reported in a local column.
A fragmented report suggests authorities expect the men to be apprehended shortly. Details are unclear in the available text.
Dr H. J. Clarke, now living in Fall River Massachusetts, is touched by about four birthday cards sent by Myrtle Point friends. He takes pleasure in knowing he is remembered with warm interest by many local friends.
Court offers parcels in North Bend and Coquille after failed bids. Leona Brigham to buy Lot 162 for 162 dollars, J S Barton offered Lot 5 at 5 dollars, and Fahy and Muir timber to be sold at 82.15 dollars previously named, as no bidders appeared.
A fragment notes school spirit activities with unclear details and no identifiable names or places.
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