28 May 1936
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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1936
Page
1
The report details multiple court actions including incorporations and corporate matters in Marshfield and Marennfield, with mentions of shares and estate issues. It notes a condemnation suit, judgment transcripts, and a divorce and damage suit, plus veterans land allocations and related legal proceedings.
An 17 year old was arrested Saturday for taking an automobile with two others. He was committed to juvenile court and later released on a $40 bond. A second youth, Anna Nochrimar, was removed to Salem after adjudication on related charges.
A house to house canvass underway to gather data for the Coos county directory to be issued by RL Polk and company this summer. Directory crew leaders H I Soles and Harry Hetch canvassed Myrtle Point on Wednesday as the first Coos county directory since 1926, ten years ago.
The wedding of Miss Edythe Weentward and Mr. Mantid united a widely known Arago couple Sunday afternoon at a residence in California. Attended by families including Mr and Mrs Robt Mantid and Mr and Mrs David Heat, the ceremony featured a reception with friends and relatives.
Readable fragments show an Interchurch Fellowship gathering planned for Tuesday evening at 6 48 in a church. The meeting discussed sermons and likely April events with participation from various church groups and a small social afterwards.
A series of marriages reported from Coos Bay area towns includes Coquille Justice J J Stanley officiating a Friday ceremony at the Coquille church parsonage. Marriages license issued to Alfred D Buzzard and Zita Boilea Marshfield. John M Kudino and Dora Graham North Bend. Harvey C Paxson Charlestown with Elsie Humphrey Marshfield. Lac H Langer Marshfield and Agnes Hahn North Bend.
A large portion of the concrete area on the west side of the driveway to the L H Pearce garage is being replaced this week.
The pastor and wife leave for the East after a funeral and travel with church members to Hershey. They plan to attend the conference and reunite with friends and relatives before the Be suns return to Myrtle. Ernest de Barta and family visit Albany friends during the trip.
The Rebekah lodge held its regular meeting Monday evening and initiated Jason Epperson into the organization. Light refreshments were served to those in attendance.
Fragmentary text describes Myrtle Pointer receiving a Suver Diploma of Honor at an event in Myrtle Point. Mentions participants, dates, and locations with garbled OCR terms. details on ceremony and affiliations are unclear.
The Woman's Club meeting scheduled for Tuesday June 4 is postponed. The next meeting will be held on Monday June 8 with details to follow.
The Myrtle Point High School lists 39 students for the second semester of 1935 36 with a 2. average. Seniors include Fred Barklow Roderic Barkinw Evely Berry Vernon Howe Earl Hoover Helen Reed Leone Rissberge. Juniors include Helen Breuer Jerrene Bur gess Luanna Fry Dorothy Gurney Vashon Hall Jim Hoover Harriet McKay Oliver Shull Charles Smith Don Smith and Milford Smith. Sophomores featured Gene Benniksen James trewsfer Leona Madson Sam Derent Doris Grant Vimes Hoffman slen James Helen Plagill Lyle Wood freshmen Nettie Bailey Alice Belshaw Dorothy Bender Kenneth Cooper Josephine Deyoe Hadys Graham oenvain Hammack and Huff Ernestine Luthy Helen Smith Aldeen Strong Ruth Wallace. Five students finished perfect attendance for 1935 36: Lincoln Miller Roy Parrish Roy Coa Wilde Shepherd Claud Huff.
The 1039 class of 55 graduates were honored in the Myrtle Point High School auditorium with Dr Victor P Morris of the University of Oregon delivering the main address on the value of education. Salutatorian Verlin Hermann and valedictorian Rodger Barklow led remarks, while P Linn awarded top honors to Barklow and Helen Ree. The ceremony included a Girls High School chorus, diplomas, and torch honors for outstanding seniors. many students listed received diplomas and awards for scholastic achievement.
Mr and Mrs 70 Little were returning from Coquille to Bancroft when their car missed a turn and struck Myrtle Creek about half a mile north of the A L Rice ranch. Both occupants escaped with only minor scratches.
Mrs O H Clarke presented her music pupils in a Monday night recital at 8 at the Methodist church assisted by Austin Hall tenor and the Methodist junior choir. Participants include Patty Jo Druliner Bonnie Dru liner Betty Preston Douglas Dru liner Orpha Mae Root Faye John son Philip Linn Edward Lindley Byron Van Alstein Frances Sheri dan Billy Sempert Curtis Townsend Eleanor Gurney Helen Lewis Dor othy Bender Ruth Wallace Thelma Robison Bonnie Drew Ellen Breuer Francis Stevens Wendell Hall Austin Hall and Roderic Barklow Roderic Barklow graduates this year and plans to resume music study at Willamette University next year.
Martin Gasser of Morway was arrested Monday May 25 by State Police for allowing more than three people over 12 in the driver seat. He pleaded guilty and was fined with costs. Berett Ward of Catching Creek was arrested Monday May 25 by Constable Bert Pearson for operating a motor vehicle without a license. He was fined five dollars and costs.
Sister Aurelia Ann of Marshfield and a Holy Name sister will lead a week long religious school at Myrtle Point Junior High. They stay with Mrs Frank Young and welcome calls for more information. The program targets local Catholic children with instruction and playtimes for younger kids.
Junior Womans Club officers were elected at a May meeting held at Mrs Austin Dodge’s home. New officers include president Mrs Raleigh Greene secretary Mrs Edgar Richard treasurer Mrs Eu peres Lara and advisor Mrs Paul ve Breuer. Delegates to the Oregon Federation of Women’s Clubs were chosen.
Myrtle Point Chamber of Commerce met at Hamm's Cafe to discuss closing the town for the Coos Bay Bridge celebration and promoting countywide participation. A parade float was debated, with a committee of Jesse Clinton R W Schaad William Gurney Jr and R L Tucker formed to arrange details. A large fir log donated by A L Powrie was prepared for entry in the parade.
A collage of social items records Sunday picnics at Goofus Nest and Bandon. Families and friends from Myrtle Point Marshfield and Portland visit, dine, and travel to Allegany and Gold Falls. An illness improves. fishing trips and a California visit are noted.
The circuit court jury has been drawn and notified to appear at 10. Names include Eda Groseen, Myrtle Breuer, Jenkins, Ruth News, and others from Parkersburg Marshfield. Local jurors listed: Wm. P. Meienna, C. B. Kelly, J. Marshfield, John W.
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