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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1937
Page
1
Vague text fragments mention PTSD, a Pew reference, and scattered words. No clear events, dates, or identifiable entities present to summarize into a coherent newspaper item.
The piece highlights a rebel figure from Confederate Virginia highlighting actions, era context, and enduring symbolism. It discusses local memory, regional institutions, and how the saga echoes in modern discourse about identity and heritage.
The narrative recalls travelers with the Hunt family who arrive at Brewster and settle in with hospitality. It covers their voyage from Dora to Coos Bay, the Brewster grade trek by wagon drawn by two old mares, and a harsh December storm hitting Lookingglass. The piece notes friendly neighbors, hunting, and winter preparations as the Governor plans groceries.
Jessie M Adams appointed guardian of Harvey James Elmer Cole and Leona May Cole. James H Flanagan named administrator of Maryorence Mullen estate who died in San Francisco January 16, 1937. Appraisers Joseph F Williams John E Cook and Reidar Bugge value estate at 95 000 realty and 066 per sonal. Heirs are five cousins including two in Coos county. Louis FE Brown died February 7 1937. Viola May Brown named administrator with Kay Grant Fred Browne and John Gerard as appraisers. Brown estate shows 1 000 personal and Mrs Viola May Brown of Marshfield with daughters Mabel Beaton Rye NY Jeanette McShey Berkeley Calif and son William L Brown Marshfield.
A loaded log truck striking a saddle horse injures rider Roy Spires on the Myrtle Point Coquille highway north of the white bridge. Spires suffers a cut head concussion and a fractured ankle. rider William Watson was with him. The driver Floyd McLaughlin of Roseburg faces passing in the face of oncoming traffic near a sharp turn. The truck belonged to a Roseburg contractor for Briggs and Shelton hauling for P W Laird logging operations. They transported Spires to Mast hospital for treatment.
At the Myrtle Point Lions Club meeting three eminent Lions attended as guests. Claude Cain of Seattle Lions International representative spoke on reorganization plans and a future membership drive. Other guests included Marcus Seale of North Bend and Herbert Sain of Marshfield.
Winnifred Newbury of Broadbent and Dorothea Stinson of Myrtle Point will each receive a gold medal Friday evening. Newbury is county winner for the style revue and Stinson is high score girl in 4-H home economics clubs countywide. The presentation occurs at the 4-H leaders meeting in Myrtle Point Junior High, at 7 p.m.
At an Arago School Board meeting on Monday evening the board rehired all teachers for the coming year. Included are Reginald Menegat and Mise Bether Davidson for high school, and Mrs. Winnifred Wey for the are grades room.
MPHi faculty plans a three act comedy Is Zot So by James Gleason with Robert Armstrong in the premiere. Myrtle Point High School faculty will perform Friday April 8 in the high school auditorium. Cast includes faculty members and two students with roles such as Eddie Chick Cowan trainer Hap Hurley and Parker family secretary Marie Mestretti.
MPHS principal L. P Linn Jeft left today for Salem to attend the state meeting of school superintendents. The session runs Friday and Saturday morning with speakers including the governor and secretary of state. Topics center on supervision issues in Oregon schools.
Attending the Sunday night concert at Pioneer Methodist church in Coquille were Mr and Mrs Edwin Reed, Mr and Mrs B S Reed, Mrs William Arnold, Mrs Je and Del bert Bennett, Mrs Beatrice Bennett, Abel Bennett, Mrs Elisabeth Bennett, and Dorothy. Rev Wilder sang with Bobbie Burna on the church’s new electric organ and Mrs M O Hawkins on piano.
The aged man Calvin Ray is in a serious condition with little hope of recovery. His son Glenn, living in Cli mols, was informed of his father's critical state while doctors assess his health.
Mrs. A. B. Snyder, chair of the Ladies Auxiliary to the Veterans of Foreign Wars, reports 37 entries in the national essay contest on Permanent Peace for America. Three national prizes include a trophy and two medals, with cash awards of 190, 60, and 38 dollars respectively. Contest closes April 37.
The Linfield Quartet performs in the city on April 2 drawing local music fans. The ensemble will present a program of classical works and engage with audiences after the concert.
Betty Nickson of Brewster Valley suffered a heavy fall from a giant stride or rix at school. The break left her chin and mouth badly cut and she was unable to talk for two days though no bones were broken. She is the daughter of Mr and Mrs W A Nickason.
Port Orford Transpacifics defeated Myrtle Point Merchants 27 to MB in Coquille community hall to win the Coquille valley championship. Referee Arthur Derbyshire oversaw a close contest with Port Orford leading 13 11 at halftime. Fred Barklow and Dale Druliner led Myrtle Point while Ray Griffith and Clinton Fromm starred for Port Orford.
Townsendites host a public wedding as Mrs. O. H. Clarke and Vice President Hugh MacLeen attend. MacLeen presents the bride with a cake donated by the club.
The Junior High basketball tournament will be held in the Coquille Community building on Saturday March 22 beginning at 7 p m. The public is urged to support these young people in their program.
A humorous fishing anecdote describes Bey and Sam as they battle persistent mosquitoes while fishing six inch fish. Sam explains a mosquito stole the bait and, after a dramatic chase, the insect released itself and swam away with the line.
Fragmentary text mentions Vern J Keight and Cornwall in a marriage notice with references to a return to court and a Reverend Carl J. Encouraging details are incomplete and names appear misspelled. The readable portion shows two individuals united in marriage with church involvement.
A man was arrested on Wednesday for selling items and possession charges. He received 30 days in jail and a $260 fine.
Two new members are initiated at Myrtle Point Grange in a formal ceremony held in the arena. The event marks ongoing community duties and local fraternal activity.
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