30 Nov 1950
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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1950
Page
1
Ramblings laments driver appreciation for state highway crews who work through storms and hazards to keep roads safe. Mention of round-the-clock readiness and recall, with continuation noted on another page.
A Myrtle Point woman voices a drastic plan to lead American mothers in a march on Washington DC. She advocates a permanent sit down strike on the White House steps until political leaders are removed from federal funding.
In a January budget preview President Truman plans a 72 trillion dollar war prep or budget for war readiness abroad and at home to confront Communism. The dispatches accuse Russia of violating UN charter precepts and warn that atomic bombs may be used to force Moscow to back down. A National debate follows on whether to strike Moscow first and risk wider war as the Rand Congress faces a heavy national debt and ongoing conflict.
Nevada Senator Malone denounces a Fair Deal aimed at buying goodwill as dangerous. He warns costly social programs and a large war budget threaten economic collapse, urging Congress to say no to excess spending and defend American industry.
Monday meeting at the high school auditorium organizes the Mothers' and Dads' Band Club with Myr tle Pelat leading. The program includes a 30 minute high school band concert and a dance band set during the organizational business portion for parents and youngsters.
Twenty six players and managers received football letters at a Myrifie Point high school assembly on November 22. Coach Dale Bunnell presided with remarks by Mr. Allen Kittredge. Frank May earned his Jersey No 77 as a four year letterman, with other varsity letters given to students and managers for their service to the team. Local attendees included Chet Noyes and Laverne Noyes, O C Davenport, Con Driscoll, and John Sampeon.
Committees from the Business and Professional Women’s club the Active club the Rotary and Lions clubs met at the Roberts-Heeren office to plan a Myrtle Point Chamber of Commerce re organization E C Roberts was named temporary chairman Walter J Crim temporary secretary and committees reported with plans for a general meeting to establish permanent officers and structure
The list records families arriving at the vacation camp with Myrtle Point labeled as home base. Names include Marion M McMc and Curtis Mason families from Myrtle Point, with multiple Coos County towns represented. Dates of arrival range from November to December 1950, listing both boys and girls among the offspring.
At a Sunday meeting the McKinley Grange chose officers for 1951 including overseer Elmer Strode and lecturer Dred King, with a slate featuring steward Lincoln Miller and other roles. A Childrens Farm Home box was mentioned for packing, and guests Mrs. Walter Jone and Mrs. Helen Mast attended.
Glen Zeller son of Mr and Mrs Glenn C Zeller of Arogo pledged Alpha Zeta at Pacific University during rush week ending Friday Zeller a freshman physical education major graduates Myrtle Point high school.
Mrs. Arnold Melby, president, asks all group chairmen to report progress on their drives to Rev. B. or the treasurer by Friday December 1 if possible.
Nehalem club coached by George Cowell with a reputation for mentorship aims to rally a big crowd for the Bobcats first home game. Coach Rinearson has narrow selection from about 60 players for an A squad that should perform well.
Event honors lettermen at a dance on December 23 with proceeds at 81.50 per couple. Complimentary tickets will go to all pest coaches and participating college athletes.
A Cub Scout Pack meets at the new Scout building tonight Wednesday at 7 p m. All dens and anyone interested are urged to attend. A movie titled Cub Scouting will be shown and should interest attendees.
A damaged OCR describes a 1080 plus pound shipment of myrtlewood by John Re Helper of North Bend. It notes the total eight thousand four hundred and three pounds collected during the year for hospital use and patient care.
A partial roster of individuals is presented alongside scattered dates and places including North Bend Coquille and Opan. The text suggests upcoming events or references to schedules with January and February mentions but lacks complete context or clear actions.
A free dance for all teenagers in Coos county will be held at the Coquille Community building Friday night, Dec. 1. The Lions Club sponsors the annual event with music provided through a grant from the music performance trust fund of the industry.
Funeral services for Mrs. C. G Mann, 68, who died at the Mast hospital Friday, were held Monday afternoon at Schroeder parlors with Rev. Winner officiating.
A prompt PTA meeting is scheduled for next Tuesday evening. The event seeks participation from parents and teachers to discuss upcoming programs and activities.
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