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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1957
Page
9
Myrtle Point athlete Jess Adams was the sole Bobcat to win points at the state track meet in Corvallis finishing second in the 440 yard dash. He set a state record in prelims at 52.5 seconds before a boxed final where he closed strong but finished half a step behind the winner.
More than 100 people visited the Ray Harris Plumbing shop on opening day to extend best wishes, with flowers and an azalea garden planned. The Harris family hosted the event and showcased work, including Ray's carpentry skills. A note from their daughter and son‑in‑law in New York sent warm congratulations.
Delton Howell of Coquille won first prize a kitchen faucet set and George Hughes won second a Olsonite toilet seat in a prize drawing. Refreshments were served to all attendees.
Myrtle Point Oregon Mayor Robert C Belloni urges citizens to buy Buddy Poppies sold by Veterans of Foreign Wars to aid disabled veterans and widows or orphans of deceased veterans. Proceeds fund benefits and the dedication to honor the dead by helping the living is echoed in the call to wear the poppy.
Local residents travel and visit relatives in Oregon and Washington. Families plan visits to Medford Eugene Roseburg and Canby while others head to Chehalis and Portland for relatives and golf events. Community notices include a skating rink benefit card party and Masons and Eastern Star reception for Ralph Moore Grand Master of Oregon.
Funeral services were held at Schroeder's for Florence Eva Anderson 58 who died May 11 at Mast hospital with Dan Evans officiating Interment was at Norway cemetery She had lived in Reedsport ten years and previously in Myrtle Point Survivors include husband William Anderson Reedsport two daughters Mrs Jack Storm and Mrs Wheeler Foremile one son James Reedsport eight grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Mrs Cecil Geatrice Carter aged 67 died at Mast hospital Tuesday. Services were held at Schroeder's Chapel Thursday with Rev Edward McClurg officiating. Burial at Sunset Cemetery Coos Bay. She had lived in Myrtle Point thirty years and belonged to the Methodist church.
The fragment mentions Myrtle Point and Mrs Havers of Seattle, with father Wm F Lawrence of Ukiah California, and three sisters and brothers.
Mathew Belieu 97 died last Sunday at Mast hospital. Funeral 1 p m today at Schroeder's Funeral Chapel with Dan Evans officiating. Interment Enchanted Prairie cemetery. Lived in Bridge since age 10. was a former teamster logger and farmer. Survivors: son Bert Belieu Silverton. daughters Mrs C Eby Springfield and Mrs J Jackson Bridge. 14 grandchildren 20 great grandchildren and 17 great great grandchildren.
Sadie Ellen Harmon 84 died at Myrtle Rest Home Monday. Services set for Thursday at 1 30 at Schroeder's with Dr A Theodore Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Fox Bridge cemetery. She previously lived with her niece Mrs Carl Anderson of Lee.
The survivor, a lifelong resident who has lived in this area since age 14, reflects on enduring time and personal history within the community.
Coos County Democrats announce a dance May 24 1957 at the Coos Bay American Legion hall. Medford Fuller and his orchestra will play from 9 p.m. to midnight with admission at 1.00 per person and light refreshments provided.
Rainbow Girls plan poppy sales locally continuing efforts begun on page one. They call on citizens to support disabled veterans and acknowledge sacrifices made for the nation.
Mrs Gene Parsons Legion Auxiliary president urges citizens to wear a Poppy on May 24 and 25 to honor veterans at the Veterans hospital and reflect on their service supporting current life.
Mrs. Ray Baker has joined the Herald staff as a rural correspondent for the Broadbent area. Her first news items appear in this issue. Those in the Broadbent area with news of interest are urged to contact her at phone 5361.
Robert Stevens son of Mr and Mrs S F Stevens and a Willamette University student received an honor recently at the university for his achievements.
Among the 57 58 seniors for special work Robert was selected in Economics and will serve under Dr. Meader, head of the Economics department at Willamette.
Rainbow Girls of Myrtle Point washed cars at a Jim Noden Shell station for a dollar per car to raise funds for the town skating rink. They collected 70.75 dollars, with Lois Dayton in charge morning shift and Marcia Hubbell afternoon.
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