26 Jul 1945
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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1945
Page
1
Arrangements are completed for soleplay of relics and a display of interesting articles. Artiste protection for pioneers is mentioned as a day of gladness. The event symbolizes a bridge from old to new with gracious welcomes and unity in pioneer ranks.
Local livestock advocates report the county court refused a $300 request to fund a fat cattle and wool show, sparking concern over support, predatory animal control, and overall county livestock programs. They urge better funding and a county trapper to protect sheep and ranches amid rising dog tax debate.
Funeral services will be held for a logger killed in Powell s Camp Friday. He was born October 18, 1613, in Lipland and is survived by a wife and two children. The obit notes his service in the navy and ties to nearby towns.
A county page records several marriages and divorces with dates and places. Entries include R. Bull and Elaine Norlin wed. John Crewse Marettalli and Roadlla Frances Clinton married. various divorce petitions citing cruelty or neglect. marriages in Bend Powers Coquille Eugene and Port Orchard with dates ranging mid 20th century.
A special speaker Dr Norman W donal is listed for an event with additional speakers and daily sessions. Details are unclear but the notice highlights a focus on presentations and participation by multiple speakers.
Baker adds a nearly new 44 passenger GM C bus to his transport fleet. It will serve the Gitkum route in fall after previously serving Farragut Idaho naval base and purchased in Portland. He operates two buses for Myrtle PointUnion High and three for the Non High district. A 44 passenger bus was bought in April with two older units traded in. Also announced is the sale of the Pearson home to Superior Cheese Company on the same week the papers were finalized.
Marketing Association matters and personnel notes surface as Weaver prefers the army at Fort Lewis. Tom took Pia and Feater to Fort Lewis last Friday. The Hainey family moves from George house to Myrtle Point, with Mrs. Hainey substituting at the Ykes camp above Powers this week for Mrs. Capitela Brown.
War Department confirms Sergeant Freddie D. Medlock Air Corps died July 7 in a Japanese prison in the Philippines after being listed as missing following the Corregidor surrender. The notice expresses sympathy to the bereaved family and notes his wartime service.
Fragmentary items include a note on an on sale pence and Pestive distribution by exhibitors across the county. Vacationing couples Barker and Gumerlin left for Grewta Pass with an update on their return. Mentions of Springfield visits and references to Major General and Medlock local figures tied to past store duties in Yellow Creek and Pow Wee Hoe area.
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