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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1955
Page
1
A letter-writer cites Jacobs Kennels in Roseburg and praises maternal cooking as a curb to youth crime. The piece recalls a boy named Marvin Stacy and Ed Pillette on a goose hunt near Klamath Falls, with the author serving as chief cook, and notes this story continues on the back page.
Kay Peterson, coach and physical education instructor at Myrtle Point High School, resigns to accept a graduate assistant position at the University of Oregon and pursue a doctoral degree. He serves as secretary of the Myrtle Point Lions Club and is active in community service. the Petersen family is well regarded and wishes are offered for their new venture.
Albert Pitchford a seventh grader from Myrtle Point won the state marble championship in the Veterans of Foreign Wars tournament at Jantzen Beach. The 13 year old earned a bicycle a trophy and a free trip to Denver to compete in the national event starting June 22 sponsored by the VFW.
The Cincinnati Times reports Martin Dies, former Democratic House Subversive Activities chair, says the communist line crucified him while Eleanor and Harry Hopkins dined at the White House. The proposed publication of the Dies report, bootlegged and sold privately, now aims for full public release by the Protect America League with National American Legion aid.
Voters in High School District No. 2 approved the expansion plan with 461 in favor and 178 opposed. The election, led by a Citizens' Committee chaired by Ralph Whitaker, followed prior votes and saw 639 total ballots cast.
Myrtle Point Lions club announces a Saturday auction on Spruce Street to benefit Pee-Wee Baseball Red Cross swimming classes Youth program and Oaks Community Building. Dedication ceremonies for the Lions major project will occur at 9 p.m. with a public dance after public viewing in the afternoon.
Coos County Fair Board hears plans for July 3 and 4 horse cutting contest and races with a 750 dollar purse and 1000 dollar entry fees. Top horses Poco Mona Dosie-Do Poca Lena and others from Texas California and Oregon expected to compete. An open horse race adds 235 dollars in purses plus 50 dollar entries. A community dance at Oaks Building caps the day.
Bob Richmond tied for second in the state track meet at Corvallis with a vault of 12 feet 3 inches and failed at 12 feet 6 inches. Jay Wilson of Cottage Grove won with 12 feet 6 inches. Richmond ends his high school career with records, and coach Petersen notes a bright outlook for next year with returning sprinters and a new A1 and A2 class. Myrtle Point cindermen outscored as A2 schools entered.
Members of the American Legion Auxiliary will conduct the annual Poppy Sale Friday and Saturday with proceeds aiding local child welfare state welfare and disabled veterans. Poppies are crafted by disabled veterans and funds support their relief.
Gertie Leneve collapsed in her Bridge area home garden Monday afternoon and died before doctor arrivals. Dr Reed Gurmey and the Schroeder ambulance reached the scene soon after the discovery.
James Kennedy 15 of Myrtle Point won first place in the all county safe driving contest at Coos Bay with 408 points out of 500, earning a state competition spot. Twenty one contestants competed. Richard Baker 15, also of Myrtle Point, took third with 377 points. Arnie Zimbleman of Myrtle Point High taught the program.
Mrs. H. F. Eickmeyer and Mrs. R. H Neuhaus of Orinda California, daughters of the late P. W. Laird, arrived in Myrtle Point Wednesday to spend Memorial Day. A Herald reporter found them at the Myrtle Hotel and asked about life in the Smog state. Their reply, Everything is lovely.
Mrs Glenn S Pride of Eugene was unanimously chosen president of the Oregon Federation of Business and Professional Women's clubs at a Salem convention. Dr Eleanor Gutman of Portland will become the federation's first vice president succeeding Pride. Mrs Natalie Burns of Canby was outgoing.
Ansel Northup aged 29 was killed Monday while working for Train Logging at Powers when a falling tree kicked back and crushed his chest. He lived in Broadbent most of his life. Funeral services were set for Thursday at Schroeder chapel with Norway Cemetery burial. Survivors include wife Izora two daughters Mary Ann 7 and Linda Lou 5 his parents and five brothers and four sisters.
Ritchie Francis was unanimously elected head of the Myrtle Point Lions Club at a regular dinner meeting last Wednesday. The nominating committee led by Ed Sempert recommended the slate, and the entire slate was elected by acclamation. New officers and directors include Don Driscoll first vice president and Downing, Nichols, John Rhodes treasurer Clinard Mast Lion tamer Clyde Anderson tail twister Al Wyld Art John Heeren and Ben Daniels as directors. The new officers will assume duties at the June 15 meeting.
The Lions Club speakers hour covered the planned auction sale and dedication of a new community building. Ralph Whitaker chairman El ton Schroeder secretary and Oth al Davenport Citizens' Law committee explained the high school expansion program and the need for the 411000 bond. The election is set for this Monday according to another article.
The Coos County Health Department lists May 27 as the first day for Salk polio shots at Adventist Spruce street Maple street schools and the former junior high. Second doses follow about three weeks to a month later at the same sites with parental notice by card.
Ground Observer Post dedication capped Armed Forces Day events in Myrtle Point with a Sunday parade along Spruce Street. Veterans groups, police, scouts, the Seventh Day Adventist Pathfinder group, Ground Observer Corps, civil defense units, and local clubs joined a flag raising and National Anthem ceremony led by Chet Busserd, with Gareth Goddard praising the observance.
The Myrtle Point High School graduates, numbering 66, heard Rev. Edward McClurg speak on Lets Run the Race of Life to Win at the baccalaureate service held in the high school. Rev. Wallace Jones presided as the program continued.
Coos County Chamber of Commerce selects Frank Calise from outside for secretary role. County officials expect Maple to arrive within 30 days to assume duties. Eric Saukkoinen, nominating committee chair, lauds the selection and its potential to unify county interests.
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