Camp Cookery club awards mark loyal service
School notes describe the Camp Cookery club honoring long service with pins and four year cards for several members. A Health 4-H demonstration covered how oaks grow and growth of children was discussed. Community members visited, celebrated anniversaries, and daily life items fill the week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Veegang
Ald
Alice Lee M
John Gardner
Bandon
Mro
E B. Moore
Nora Hainey
Powers
Mra
Frendy Medlock
Belva Hayes
Ferne Howard Frendy Medlock
Leonard Medlock
Doris Grant
Geraldine Gram
Helen Daniels
Gensave Hayes
Jack Grant
Eugene Daniels
Charlotte Howard
Medlock
Elwood Young
Jimu K Rovert Swenson
Helen Danic
U'S
Kealy
Dalsin Gilbert
Geraldine Gilbert
Tel Marke
Lenora Ayes
Leland Hayes
Eileen Grant
Glen Daniels
Geraldine Gilvrt
Waltin
Lassard Mediock
Gibert
Powers Water District Secures WPA Funds For Pipe Extensions
Powers Water District receives WPA funds to extend its main lines. Board treasurer Ralph Milne says the project will add four feet to the lower reserve and boost storage capacity, aiding fire insurance rates and water supply stability until pumps connect to the system. The plan includes looping four lines around South Powers to improve service and reduce costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph Milne
Baaeman
Ts Wpa
Itas
Owen Ae
Avelab
Nepoe
Planes Reseed Burned Land Reforestation Report
A report describes two planes reseeding burned land covering forested areas. It notes the operation targets a large area along the leap journey and forks north and middle forks with effort to restore vegetation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Qver
Senda
300 Foot Plunge In Automobile Wreck Injures Two
A pair of occupants were hospitalized after a 300 foot plunge from a Hayes Hill area road. James Palmer and Hart Palmer sustained injuries described as deep leg lacerations and other hurts. Officials reported the car went over the roadway edge and down the hill, with both men found at the scene and later taken to Seat hospital for treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reber Palimner
James Palmer
Hayes Hill
Palmers
Hayes
Ted Tor
Seat
Roy
Hart Palmer
Veterans Transfer on PHS Hoop Team
Veteran players join Powers High School hoop squad under coach Al Charlesworth. Available lettermen include Francis Jomenserie Verge Utterback and L Lachte Dowison, with raw sophomores also attending and set to contribute to this year's team.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
al Charlesworth
Francis Jomenserie
Verge
Utterback
Ephomoree l Lachte Dowison
Nerdy
Foquille
Powers High School
Athe Hall
Successful Sale By The Ladies Aid Of White Church
The Ladies Aid of the White Church held a successful bazaar and cooked food sale near the water company Twee n. Financial returns rewarded weeks of labor in making household articles that found ready sales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies Aid
White Church
Coos Bay Lumber to Begin Logging in Palmview Monday
JW Forrester, vice president of Coos Bay Lumber Co, says two yarders will be moved to Palmview within ten days to start cold decking for early logging operations. First logs head to the mill by year’s start as Eden Ridge effort resumes after a recent fire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
JW Forrester
Coos Fay Lumber Company
Palmview
Atlon
Forrester
Seattle
Eden Ridge
Bay
Cunningham
Fairview
Fairlow
Interclass Basketball Games Planned At Powers School
Howard Varney expects interclass basketball to start mid month in Powers School Junior High. Four divisions by weight are planned starting 60-70 pounds, 70-90, 100 and over. High school efforts began last year with remnants of the team showing potential for championship play.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard Varney
Powers
Charleswourth
Francia Mally
Jones
Monday Car Wreck Second Of Week In Gaylord Hill
A Monday evening collision on Powers road near Gaylord Hill damaged two autos driven by Baul F Rake, principal of the hi wers achoola, and Mr Thatcher of Bay Lumber. Three occupants were injured, with one woman sustaining burns from flying glass and Harry Rolf, Thatcher’s passenger, cut on the cheek. The crash occurred at a bridge where wet pavement and a sharp curve hinder visibility. The Baker car, loaded with apples and nuts, reportedly slowed and folded into the curve, possibly causing the impact with Thatcher’s vehicle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr Thatcher
One Bay Lumber Company
Friessen
Mie Faker
Harry Rolf
Thatcher
Fiying Glass
Powers
Mra
Wo John )T
Powers Road
Thatcher Co
Myrtle Pont
Powere Baker
Legion Honors Armistice Day at Pawnee Legion Post
The Pawnee American Legion post held an Armistice Day program in the gym Sunday night led by Dr. Dan and local commanders Naaree Raey and Gurl Senuts. W A Stephens led the program with a vocal solo and chorus, talks on Armistice Day followed, a voluntary offering raised funds for disabled soldiers in the community and state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Legion
Paweos
Vox
State Department
Dan
Naaree Raey
Gurl Senuts
W A Stephens
Wong
Earl Wiper
William Marsee
Clyde Cloyd
Ev W A. Stephens
Lewis
Rebekahs Plan For New Equipment After Fire Loss
Rebekah Iudge and members met at Mr Earl Rover's home Tuesday to discuss securing new paper and equipment after a fire destroyed lodge paraphernalia last week. The group faces a substantial rehabilitation effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rebekah Iudge
Earl Rover
Armistice Day Observance Sees Low Flag Display
Powers Citizens Observe Holiday report notes poor flag flying across town. The American Legion event at the high school gym Sunday contrasted with merchants closing Monday as Dr. E Baird unfurled colors at his home. A 60 foot Nagpole stood with loose flagging before the Legion hall, prompting a nudge to check members and citizens on flag display for holidays.
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Powers Post
American Legion
E. Baird
Legion
Jr Woman's Club Plans Busy Year
The Junior Womans club met for a business session Tuesday to amend bylaws and plan monthly meetings. A painting committee for the library, leak checks, event programs with Seniwe Womans club, and a current book report at every meeting were decided. several officers and committees were appointed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Don Carver
Eileen Shepherd
Margaret Frye
Clare Lehmanowsky
Mias
Pauline Herse
Lasse Liosaldson
Kenneth Molitor
Alyce Schneider
Former Resident Visits In Town
Former resident visits town and recalls past work experiences. A manager and others discuss mitigating issues and a warehouse role at a company. Locations include Los Angeles and mentions of recent activities and ties to prior employment.
Chicken Ranch Razed By Fire
Fire destroyed a property known as the Chicken Ranch. Investigators report the blaze began earlier today and are working to determine the exact cause. No injuries are noted and local authorities sealed the scene for inspection.
PTA to Hold Friday Meeting for Mothers
The P.T.A. will meet Friday afternoon at 2:30 PM for a social hour with refreshments. All mothers are urged to attend and bring their children. The event aims to boost participation as a percentage of mothers present is tracked.
Annual fete held after Legion ball draws large turnout
A lengthy report notes the Naewart Legion hosted its annual fete after the Legion ball. The event drew a large attendance as members enjoyed refreshments and fellowship, with the auxiliary providing support to the gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Naewart Legion
Local Happenings and Social Visits Across Town
Community notes report visitors and residents: Mrs TO George and Mr Paes Brady visit. Mr Murdock and Mrs Eakin visit Celendale. the Sunshine club gathers at Mrs Clarence Moe home. Mr and Mrs Jock Nant visit relatives. Mr and Mrs Claud Hall and child visit Waldport. Hall formerly from Powers and a 1931 graduate.
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Guroe
Paes Brady
Rompeth
Sara Ae
Murdock
Eakin
Celendale
Alan Smith
Rolfe
Bert Anthem
Fasnes
Sexu
Jock Nant
Puntland
Jennie Jones
Mra
So. Morgan
Sunshine Club
R. NA
Clarence Moe
Claud Hall
Waldport
Hall
Powers
Children win prizes in fire prevention contest
Francis Stevens Nick Van Dyke and Clyde Kuhn won first second and third prizes in the Fire Prevention contest tied to Fire Prevention Week October 6 to 12. Powers school students received home inspection guides to identify hazards. 157 hazards were cleared as judges Pp Ff Baker principal and C F Otus chief of fire department commented on reducing fire losses and promoting household fire consciousness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis Stevens
Nick van Dyke
Clyde Kuhn
Conncetwa
Powers
Affec
Ff Baker
F Otus
Cornteal
Community Notes on Local Visits and Travel
Mrs Lyman Rolfe returned Friday from Coquille and Mrs Roger Stewart of Coquille were in town over the hal venney. Mrs Clare Lehmianusasky visited North Bend for several days recently. Mrs Anna Dolen and Mrs Wayne Carver substituted for her. Mr and Mrs Willan Grove moved to Fairview after a number of years in town. Clarence Spliznass visitors in Coquille Tuesday. Russell Morgan of Portland was called here recently and returned to his work. Various residents and students attended events and visits across Coquille, Sweet Home, and nearby towns over the holidays.
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Lyman Rolfe
Coquilleur
Roger Stewart
Guilowee
Clare Lehmianusasky
North Bend
Anna Dolen
Wayne Carver
Willan Grove
Fairview
Clarence Spliznass
Coquille
Ruase
Morgan
Portland
Saturdas
Hese Sgven
Easuig Houidar
Wilbermen Valley
Gotg
E J Greiner
Mabel Hartle
Alyce Sonaneuter
Raip
Ant
Fred Power
Charlesweeth
John Goitoble
Pau' Baker Fin
Carl Stephens
George Sain
Lester Prowse
Geseler
Ceorge de Bat
Dwayne
Ashland
George
Gerald Sar
Oregon
Norcia
Jo¢ Saint
Marty Rolfe
Kenneth
Eugene
Ath Nm
Foamers Jones
Milton Hanmack
Douglas Gamwel
Local Social Roundup From Marshfield and Coos County
Community notices recount visits and gatherings across Marshfield Coos County with Mrs Harson, Mrs Strong, and Harriet Bones hosting charivari events. Neighbors from Millington Roseburg Twin Oaks and Powers share dinners, dining visits, and Sunday meals at various homes including the Richardson, Bones, and Devereux residences.
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Aibert Swenson
Marshfield
Mary Richarder
Nerth
Harson
Milington Mirs
Mortis Pont
Harriet Bones
Roseburg
Laos
Guyrart
I Moore
Miro
Mra Coles
Myrtle
Reurn
Palmeer
Miter Epperson
Comaly O
Trajan Yierringtor
Powers
Mars Richardson
H PD Bones
Hones
Coos County
Dolores of
James Devereux
W P Lear
G R Swenson
C O Bones
Roy Mastind Daugh
Local Residents Visit and Daily Activities Noted
Readable notes show Bancroft residents and couples visiting workplaces and relatives. Entries mention Mr and Mrs Rub anear moving Friday and a Reed port work, Mr and Mrs P A Rass at Powers Sunday, L A Duncan going to work, Theodore Malle with weekend visitors, Mrs Bs Tames with her parents, Ben Shields visiting the AT Rice home, and C E Ellison of Brdge being noted.
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Jewett
Pee Spa
Finley Beard
Riea
A. L
Clayton Warner
Geo. Bryant
Chas. Warner
Myrtle Sargent
Mary Jean McMullen
Lyte Hardman
Reed Port
Rass
Powers
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