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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1949
Page
1
Readers recount attending the Herald party last Thursday evening. The note praises editor George and his Washington speech on true Americanism. A signed correspondent expresses pride and hopes for wider distribution of the speech in schools.
The Myrtle Point Herald receives high praise at a banquet marking its 60th anniversary. E C Roberts and Elton Schroeder are singled out, with thanks to readers and staff. A decorative cake by Myrtlewood Bakery wowed guests, and Norwood Browne's banquet room hosted the event.
Elton Schroeder Myrtle Point businessman lauds the value of the local newspaper during the 60th anniversary celebration of the Myrtle Point Herald held in the Myrtle Hotel banquet room. He spoke on the paper’s role in the community and civic life.
The Marshfield Pirates beat the Coquille Red Devils 27 to 13 at Coos Bay last Friday and claim the district title though Myrtle Point and Coos Bay contend. The Pirates claim the championship on first downs, having a majority in their tie with Coquille. The Bobcats meet Coquille on Friday November 11.
The Bridge P T A hosts a turkey dinner at the Grange hall offering pumpkin pie whip cream and coffee. Saturday November 18 from 8 00 to 8 00 p m dancing and card games available for those who stay late Proceeds support school hot lunches.
Myrtle Point resident Mrs. Norman Jarvis wins first prize in a letter-writing contest, earning a five year subscription to The Metalhead. Wayne Carver of Pasadena earns a four year Herald subscription, with several local winners noted for high school letters and senior awards.
Mr and Mrs W E Kirstein owners of Neighborhood Grocery have completed installation of a new self service refrigeration system for fresh vegetables fruit and dairy products The couple say it feels like a fresh start similar to getting out of jail and promises better customer service with the modern equipment.
In Myrtle Point readers are set for Sadie Hawkins Day as Daisy Maes and Li Abners race through town. The piece recalls Dogpatch lore with a playful history of how the custom began under Hebrediah Hawkins the first mayor who decreed a foot race and marriage for pursuers.
The hospital reports 12 births over the past two weeks with eight to one favoring the Daisy Maez. Parents and locations include Alton A. Edlund of Myris Point with a daughter born 10 18 48 and several other families from Powers Coquille Remote Port Orford Myrtle Point and McKinley Rd noting arrivals between October 18 and 26 1949.
Mrs. Arnold Melby president announces a Friday meeting at Myrtle Point City Hall to outline a fundraising drive for a public rest room in the business district and for a community building aiding the state and county Community Chests. The drive opens November 6 with a downtown parade at Security Bank intersection led by senior and junior high bands, continuing through the week with speeches by Mayor Briggs and Rev. Briggs.
Dr Thomas departs Tale Post Graduate Course in Chicago after a short illness and will stay away for two weeks. The article notes the event on Thursday night and mentions his travel plans.
A playful parade fascinates youngsters as hob goblins return to lead the event. The street page highlights costumed participants and local families joining the festive procession in a community tradition.
Enthusiastic students attended a meeting described as a quarterbacks gathering. The report notes several boys and mentions teachers Mr. Buamell and Mr. Goddard presenting portions of the event. The timing referenced is around 718 the following Tuesday morning.
Five youths were hospitalized after a Friday crash involving a Chevrolet driven by Glen Monnier. Passengers Pauline Morris, Dolores Bogers Wilson, Myrtle Morris and Bob Morris sustained injuries, with Morris and the two girls remaining in Mast Hospital. The Buick occupants were uninjured and the Chevrolet suffered heavy damage.
James Gordon Parker 63 died of a heart attack Wednesday while at the McClellan-Watson mill. Funeral services were held Saturday at the First Christian church with Rev. Phil Ryan officiating. Burial in Peraray cemetery. He was born Feb 28 1886 and lived in the community 24 years never married. Survived by sisters Fanny Butler Maude Ostrander Myrtle Point and brother Augustus Parker Grove Okla.
Jim Churchill won the Farm contest at the state F F A event based on farm mechanics. He earned a prize of $100.80 from the Future Farmers of America Fund for his home farm project.
An accident occurred at a hazardous highway intersection involving a logging truck driven by Vern Estelle. The report notes the truck was westbound and collided while attempting a turn, with powers referenced in the chaotic account and multiple claimed acts and errors unclear from the fragment.
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