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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1939
Page
2
A compiled column recalls events from May 27 1899 through May 8 1919. It highlights odd phenomena near Remote Oregon a gun accident at Myrtle Point and local town news including a wagon road discussion and a Eckley post office closure.
A 1939 Broadbent main home near Broadbent valued at 12 000 to 15 000 dollars, a three story building, was struck by a cold water bucket prank by youths chatting under a window. Next time it may be boiling water.
Rev Hugh Mitchelmere leads 945 a.m Bible school with T G Summerlin and Mrs Stanley Phillips in charge. 11 a.m worship includes a sermon by the pastor and special music by chorus choir with pipe organ and piano. 6:45 p.m. junior and senior Endeavor. 8 p.m. Union service with Methodist church Rev C M Brown to deliver the message.
Miss Alys June Fox celebrated her birthday with a Monday evening party hosted by friends. Dancing and refreshments followed brief greetings. Mrs D M Fox hosted the Pinochle club with three tables of players and prize winners announced by Mrs E Hannon and Mrs Glenn Barrowslow.
Mrs Noble Rovang and Mrs James Gamwell hosted refreshments after Mystic chapter CES met last Thursday evening. A donation was given to the upkeep of the town fire engine, a project sponsored by the Community Ladies Aid and supported by organizations and individuals.
Stephens son of Mr and Mrs Lord Stephens married Saturday to Margaret Ayres of Los Angeles. He is a Powers High and University of Oregon graduate who attended Southwestern Oregon Normal school before entering Glendale aviation school. The couple will reside in the south as he works in airplane design.
Attendees at Raymond Hall former resident Powers funeral included Lyle and wife, William and wife Winkelmann, John Purvis and wife, Luther Hall, Noble Rovang and spouses, Hugh Hall, Robert Ligat and wife, James Sheridan and wife, Mrs George Pef, Mrs Peau Hirachinger, Mrs James Gamwell, Floyd Eaton and wife, Conrad Lapp, George Barton and D M Fox.
Leo Wagner, a CBS fireman, was severely burned Sunday morning while inspecting a firebox for gas presence. An explosion burned his face, head, eyes, and right hand. He received first aid and was taken to Myrtle Point Hospital. His aunt Lily Dement and cousins Bruce and Mrs Henry helped drive him there.
Miss Lotth and Mrs Grove traveled to Empire on Sunday as Powers' candidates for queen of the rodeo to be held in the bay town next month. Selected as candidates will become princesses after the queen is chosen and will take part in the festival festivities.
Oregon State College dean Dr M Elwood Smith spoke on exploring the unknown and student awards were given for athletics music and perfect attendance. The class motto is Each One Is the Architect of His Own Future. Visual education programs and new courses are planned. many students and staff are noted for activities and travels across Coos and surrounding counties.
Mystic chapter of the OES conducted funeral services for Raymond J Hall longtime Powers resident and a worthy patron of the Mystic chapter. Community activities included a Bible study group formation at Mrs A T Erickson home and the Jewel club meeting with refreshments served. Memorial Day observed with holiday hours across town and wreaths prepared for veterans graves.
Doble Rovang and Arnold Ehlers began painting and minor mining work last week in the high school building. Later in the summer, repairs to flow in the building are to be done.
The class of 1938 graduated Friday evening at 8 p m in the Bergen gym, caps and gowns completing the diploma rite. The program featured Festival March processional, Brahms Hungarian Dance No 1, Festival Overture recessional, conducted by Miss Marjorie Stafford. A woodwind quintet—Faye Stewart Grayce Lambert Delores West Dale Crew Bob Hull—also performed.
Mrs Walter Commons hosted an RNA gathering with a Silver Tea on Wednesday afternoon. Guests included Mesdames Lyle McCulloch Laura Gates Harold Summers Delno Aber Elwin Frye Boyd Rasmussen Ben Crawford Clyde Davis Benson Hall Clarence Spitznass Fred J Milas Grayce Lambert Sen Dondhent.
A small gathering last Thursday featured Mesdames Clarence déce Olin Lay and Jose Boutin as hostesses for a farewell party. A three table contract bridge event was held in memory of Mrs.
The If-Da Bridge club held a 12 o'clock Monday covered dish luncheon at Mrs Ned Stonecker’s home with Mre Leota Gates as guest. High prize went to Mre J F Johnson and second to Mrs Carence, Moe. many beautiful favors given.
Mrs W L Steamerman and son Terrence O'Brien visited relatives Mrs Eddie Aubin and Carleton. Mrs John Smith of Matchfield stayed with cousin Mrs D W M Fox. George Dwyer of Sweet Wome spent the weekend at home. Dwyer and Larry returned to Albany for upcoming plans. Bryant of Allle visited parents Mr and Mrs Jess Shepherd Friday. Mimner Davis and Gree and Beverly of Coquille were in town Friday and Saturday. Mr and Mrs ai Mabe with children visited Saturday. Harold Summers and Kay and Patsy were in Coquille Saturday afternoon. Wrey Lae raine and Roderick and Myrtle V went to Bangor Sunday to visit Mrs Lylie McCulloch. Allison Roberts spent Sunday with his chef Harrison McCracken. Mr and Mrs Conred Laperbeegh.
Pleasant Point society columns list guests and visits including Mr and Mrs C Guy Mann hosting Mr William Fish Miss Dorothy Watson and others at Tuesday dinner. Several families like Watson Sargent Harris Trigg and Morris are recorded visiting and moving between local homes and farms.
The text notes several families and individuals visiting relatives on a weekend, including Mrs. Thomas Roger Tevin and Mr. and Mrs. William Wayien. It mentions other guests such as Mr. and Mrs. John Guy Mana and Derethy, with accompanying visits recorded across several households.
WaKinley days as are going to Morte next full. Mrs stensen land will teach at the local fr Mee. Kate Weetoon has been visiting this week with Mrs Walter-Lawhorn. Death rem eee im the senate tah peering os Conoue bureau reperts.
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