21 Jun 1951
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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1951
Page
1
A rambling reminiscence describes homesteading in Elk Valley near Joyce with Ed Soyes and a close student of Nature. It recalls trapping years ago and a lone fawn fed and cared for by the Joyce household, with hints of local readers sharing an affectionate memory of the area.
In Myrtle Point a family recounts a near fatal highway incident on the way to Portland. The piece notes driver caution and the dangers of traffic as Mexico City faces crowded streets and growing street improvement plans. City leaders push a budget to fund road work and new lighting as regional cooperation with Coquille grows.
Veterans who served in the army since Korea may apply for a five year term post-service insurance under the Veterans Administration act. Eligibility requires prior indemnity entitlement and five service in any theater. applications must be filed within 120 days of separation. No medical exam. Premiums from 1000 to 10000 dollars.
The Barr School Board election details show Howard Whitaker winning a three year term and Rodney Venport a four year term while Pavia Hervey secures a five year term. O C Davenport will chair the board for the coming year with one year remaining. Dean Bramon serves two years.
Mrs. Horst a Indiana University graduate with a master from Lewis and Clark College Portland and study at Colorado A and M. Her late husband was a military attaché killed in a 1948 plane crash. Appointment awaits state board approval as she brings extensive home economics training and foreign travel.
Myrtle Point residents will hear that Rev Wilmer Briggs will remain at the Myrtle Point church for the sixth year during the 90th annual Oregon Conference of Methodist churches. He serves as secretary of the Coos County Council of Churches and volunteers in the community while leading youth programs and Camp Myrtlewood. Other ministers receive assignments to Coos Bay North Bend Coquille Gardiner Roseburg Astoria Blackfoot Idaho.
Frank Fish escaped with bruises and scratches last Monday afternoon when his 1949 Studebaker left Myrtle Creek road and rolled over twice. A logging truck ahead kicked up dense dust hiding the car, forcing a swerve onto the soft shoulder. The bank caved in after about 40 feet, stopping the wrecked vehicle short of the creek. The car is dry wrecked and likely beyond repair.
Salem warns that high traffic danger peaks in July and August as many take vacations. State officials cite rising highway deaths, speed and head on collisions as chief risks and urge drivers to exercise extreme caution during the Fourth of July holiday period. Captain Walter Lansing leads the safety office in warning.
Elton Schroeder was installed Associate Grand Patron at rites in Portland alongside other grand officers. The ceremony featured formal accoutrements and regalia as part of the installation.
George McBride from the West Coast Telephone Company and Bill Head of Mounes Power Company will attend the upcoming Chamber of Commerce meeting. North Bend Chamber of Commerce distributed pamphlets.
Paul Vines approved as patrolman by the city council. Kilgore received permit to build a cold room at the dairy. Garbage disposal duties moved to Mr Hardy of the Pastime Pool Hall. A counting machine was purchased to tally parking meter change.
Rev Wilmer A Briggs manager of the Methodist church camp at Camp Myrtlewood near Bridge announces a July schedule. Juniors July 1 6 young adults July 6 8 intermediates July 8 14 and high school July 14 22. Southern state youths will attend and all local youths should register within 10 days before camp starts.
Coos County Court accepts the resignation of Dr Eleanor B. Gutman as health officer effective July 1 1951 She said she leaves Coos county with regret while noting it was a friendly receptive area to work in
Millicoma Forest to be dedicated by N S Sulgury with a program marking the timber-growing effort. The event includes remarks by Royce Cornelius and Bill Gaines and a tree farm tour after a social luncheon at Allegany. Senate President Paul L. Patterson expected to attend representing the governor’s office.
Voters in the Union High School district will decide three budget measures including a request to exceed the six percent limit and a serial levy for future construction and equipment at the school polling site. A school board seat will open as Mr Henry Hervey retires after 26 years. candidates Woodrow Robinson and Andrew Waterman filed petitions to fill the vacancy.
The Myrtle Point Herald announces a compulsory rise in yearly subscriptions starting July 1 1951 due to rising publishing costs. In Coos county rates jump from 2 50 to 8 00 a year while outside Coos county the rate goes from 8 00 to 4 00. early prepaid renewal at old rates offered to current and new subscribers.
A University of Oregon graduate has been appointed as an aide to a probation officer. The brief item notes the appointment and cites the graduate’s background in college studies.
Local saddle club hosts a July Fourth event at the fair with a food stand offering a dollar lunch and strawberry shortcake. Cowboy Breakfast memories return as Cow members and guests enjoy square dance, entertainment, and music by Mr. Wells and others.
The builders' class of the First Christian church will hold a rummage and food sale at the Legion hall on Saturday June 28 starting at 10 am. Items include radios vacuum cleaners and a waffle baker. Proceeds support a special fund for a new church parsonage.
The Inter Church Fellowship sponsors two films at the Methodist church Monday June 25 at 8 00 p m. Vicious Circle and Liquid Love in technicolor show alcohol’s essential uses in industry and its tragic effects on the body and character. No admission charge. All are invited.
A camp run by the Siskiyou Logging company faces closure after a week with multiple violations cited by the Powers district. Donald Stickney reports the incident and the protest led to enforcement action.
Caravan Ben Nichols a member of the U S Navy reserves was recently during her husband's a.
State grants total 11 685 958 for city and county roads amid 1951 increases. A proposed bill would raise allocations and limit county use to specified road needs. Concerns focus on county spending discretion and potential bond requirements tied to funded projects.
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