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Newspaper

Myrtle Point Herald

Location

Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America

Date

May 10, 1956

Page

4

Unander Seeks Re-Election As Oregon State Treasurer

Portland May 23 Incumbent state treasurer Sig Unander urged voters to choose experience in handling state finances. Former Governor Sprague praised Unander for proven ability and leadership, noting bond ratings rise from A to AA and tax revenues from gifts and inheritances nearly doubled, with no tax rate changes.

Portland Ore Sig Unander Unander Charles Sprague Oregon Anander

Werner Typewriter Service Repairing All Makes

Local repair shop in Coos Bay offers service for typewriters and adding machines across all brands. Contact at 135 N 3rd for repair estimates and maintenance.

Coos Bay Ets

Anander's long leadership of Oregon Republicans noted

The text recalls Anander’s extensive role in the Oregon Republican Party including chairing the central committee in 1950. It highlights the 1950 win with McKay and four congressmen, his WWII service with a bronze star and six battle stars, and his Stanford University degrees in political science and finance.

Oregon Republican Party Anander Republican Central Committee McKay U. S

Gorse Seed Weevils Released in Bandon to Fight Gorse Pest

Weevils released in the Bandon area aim to curb the spread of gorse across western Oregon Washington and California. The release involved John R. Thienes County Extension Agent and Dr James Holloway UC entomologist with Oregon State College cooperation.

Bandon Oregon Washington California John R. Thienes James Holloway University of California Oregon State College Holloway

Weevils Introduced to Combat Gorse Spreads Across Coasts

The report notes weevils released along the coast from Washington to California to stop gorse spread. Adults are tiny gray insects about 1/16 inch long, laying eggs on seed pods. larvae destroy seeds. Dr Holloway previously released goat weed beetles in the county with success. Two colonies, near Whisky Run Creek and Bundon airstrip, each 100 to 150 adults.

Washington California Holloway Whisky Run Creek Bundon

Teens urged to carry age proof for summer work

Salem May 4 State Bureau of Labor urges teens seeking non agricultural summer jobs to have age proof on record with the labor bureau. Parents should assist in securing minors permit documents to avoid delays. Labor Commissioner Norman O Nilsen says permits protect employers and help enforce child labor laws.

Salem State Bureau of Labor Labor Bureau Norman O. Nilsen Nilsen Bulletin State Department of Vital Statis

Permits Issued for Minors Stirs Age Proof Debate

Officials note that several common documents are not acceptable as proof of age for minor work permits. Acceptable forms include affidavits from parents and schools, and proof recorded with labor authorities. Procedures aim to speed up processing across state offices.

Ilsen Labor Bureau

Cloth es for Fun and Sun 4 H clothing project opens

Walter Schroeder reports the new Cloth es for Fun and Sun 4 H clothing project arrives with sample items and required activities. Members will make at least two garments and learn sewing, grooming, and care. Leaders meeting set for May 17 at 8 00 p m in the Extension office with home visit sessions underway across county communities.

Walter Schroeder Leaders Association Mary Anne Norton

Sewing Machine Workshop Sees 12 4-H Leaders Attending

The text notes that a sewing machine workshop is progressing well with 12 4-H leaders attending the first session. Additional sessions are planned for fall for those unable to attend the current meetings.

Mertuce Ae

Remote News Social Keeps Pace With Local Guests

Sunday dinner guests filled homes across Remote and nearby areas. Merle Bryant and Manley Cribbens hosted W. A. Crib bins family near Bridge. Gene Bulson hosted Jim Bankhead and River ton guests. George Clarno Sr. welcomed relatives from Roseburg and family. Sandra Dillon visited with Vernon Sell, and Port Orford native Fern Inman stayed with Allen Turner. Additional visits included John Hawkins in Myrtle Point, George Holloway hosting Cox and Ed Staffrin, Troy Church moving to Klamath, Everett Webber trips to Independence and Eugene, Bob Belcher family met Paul Belcher, Cecil Watkins and Frankie Tokeottee Falls dropped by, and Dan Kelley of Coos Bay spent time with Ward Schruer.

Merle Bryant Manley Cribbens W. A. Cribbins Bridge Gene Bulson Sandy Creek Jim Bankhead Riverton George Clarno June Cawrse Roseburg Lans Leneve Ed Staffrin Remote Troy Church Klamath Everett Webber Independence Ore Joe Webber Eugene Lawrence Wheeler Webber

Local residents visit distant towns on weekend trips

Rea cancelle to sent with friends. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Morin and sons drove to Grants Pass Sunday where they were ayant of Me. Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Brickey and son of Arago moved to Re ee the past week to make their home. Mr. Brickey is employed by the John Cawrse Lumber Company on Rock Creek. Mr. and Mrs. Keith Holloway and son of Coos Bay spent Sunday in Remote with friends. Mr. and Mrs. Dean Smith and family moved to Remote from Bridge to make their home. Mr. and Mrs. Clair McCulloch of Coquille spent Friday evening as dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Ford and sons. Mr. and Mrs. G. A. Young and nephew James Dupuis of Bridge drove to Tokeatee Falls.

Gordon Morin Grants Pass Kenneth Brickey Arago Reee Brickey John Cawrse Lumber Company Rock Creek Keith Holloway Coos Bay Dean Smith Bridge Clair McCulloch Coquille Jack Ford G. A. Young James Dupuis Tokeatee Falls

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