Commencement Exercises Hold Dual Powers Ceremony
The Powers High School and eighth grade graduation were held Friday in the new gym. Rev William A Dooley gave invocation and benediction. Salutatory by Julene Fry, valedictorian Laurence Wiwatowski, and remarks by Dr Elmo Stevenson highlighted the event. diplomas awarded and scholarships announced to Oregon institutions. A memorial coffee followed for Dr Stevenson and faculty. Joe Leggett, longtime local transport operator, died recently after a long Powers residence and service.
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Joe) Leggett
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Local Notables and Community Notes Highlight Powers Area
Obituary notes for local residents include the passing of a longtime Powers gas station owner and school board member, with survivors listed. Chamber of Commerce discusses TV translator installation to boost Powers reception, aiming for 1000 subscriptions. Social updates cover a Reno wedding, a surprise shower with an electric coffee maker, and various family travels and gatherings across Coos Bay, Medford, Seattle, and Yachats.
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Paul Harvey Receives Missouri Industrial Editors Award
Paul Harvey, renowned news analyst, received the first Missouri Industrial Editors award for distinguished contributions to communications. Dean Earl English presented the bronze plaque during recent Industrial Journalism Day activities at the University of Missouri School of Journalism.
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