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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1928
Page
4
Jagged OCR fragment shows a short line about Nied Os Lana matter at the Point, with unclear context and no additional details available.
A fragmented poem reflects on mortality, equality, and wealth. It ponders Néme versus death, shared humanity, and the futility of earthly riches as barriers to true meaning. The speaker presses themes of brotherhood, endurance, and the limits of power.
Southern Pacific issues a statement praising growth in southern Oregon and northern California as key to its through route. R. E. Kelly notes the line’s broad gauging and future role among West Coast rail lines while stressing Nevada California Oregon’s resource potential and reliability as a frontier growth area.
The proposed freight and passenger rail connection from Fernley through Wendel Alturas Medet California to Lakeview will expand service, aid development of valley farms and forests, and attract tourists to a scenic region. It forms part of Southern Pacific's cross state plan to shorten routes between Klamath Falls, Alturas and beyond, enhancing transport to timber and agricultural areas.
Members and friends of the Methodist church held a Friday gathering at the church parlors to welcome back Rev Iolso and wife and honor Ferris Lundy for twelve years as Sunday school treasurer. A pot luck dinner preceded a cake presentation to Mr Lundy. A surprise pound party followed and a pleasant program plus social time concluded the evening.
Pacific University in Forest Grove Oregon acknowledged athletic achievements by presenting letter awards on October 3 Special Wm Ladd of Myrtle Point received a letter award for his performance and contributions to the university athletics program.
Mrs. Fred Stora, a well known local, died in San Bernardino California Monday. Funeral rites were at Ellingson and Grosmoot chapel Marebéeld with Rev Chiéten Phillipa of the Church of Christ officiating. Burial followed at Senses cemetery. Pallbearers from Myrtle Paint included Elaser Russell John Arnold Henry Roesslow Ed Roberts and Bud Emery. Attendants named include Mrs Ralph Kring Mrs Elmer Russell Mrs John Arnold and others. Robert Hatfield of Bridge visited the city on business and noted his two dogs imported from Kentucky for hunting cougar and coyote this winter.
Ernest Lett made a business trip to Marshfield. Myrtle Point visitors joined at Hooton's Haven for a birthday dinner for C M Wilson. W A Lett sprained her ankle during buckling berries. Mrs O Rice is recovering at home. Parent-Teacher Association hosts a reception for teachers Friday evening. Mrs A O Hooton visits Myrtle Point for a day of shopping and socializing.
The Bank of Myrtle Point announces four new associates in the Pacific Bancorporation expanding to ten banks with total resources near ten and a quarter million dollars. Associates include Bank of Commerce of Astoria United States National Bank Eugene Loan and Savings Bank First National Bank of Sil verton and more. Directors include Charles Hall T P Risteigen George W Joseph and others.
Notice to Layne R. Carver Myrtle Point Oregon who filed for land claim in Sec 13 T23S R10W Willamette Meridian seeks to prove up on November 24 1928 before Edgar A. Dodge U S Commissioner at Arlie Point Readers learn Myrtle Point Herald owner Geo Hamilton editor and publisher swore to ownership and circulation statements including none for bonds or securities and witness list Clarence Strong John W Carlson Bertha M Stemmier Harry Clinton all of Myrtle Point Oregon.
A notice from Coos County Oregon sheriff announces the execution sale of attached real property in Myrtle Point to satisfy a $97.14 debt plus costs. The auction, at 10 a m on October 18, 1922, will take place at the county courthouse steps in Coquille, with bidding for cash on Lots 8 and 9, section 10, township 29 south range 12 west W M, subject to specific land reservations and right of way, including an undivided share of 1/21 interest.
Pythian Sisters Damonis Temple No 39 meets on the second and fourth Thursdays each month at Woodman Hall. All sisters invited. Also Knights urged to attend led by James Winters and Johnatorn K of R B. Meetings announced for Laura Eva Hazelwood M Ce Mot R and C.
Department of the Interior notice from Roseburg Oregon dated September 18 1928 stating Everett Montgomery of Bridge sees filed entry for a Humesteaden No 017678 for a land lot in Township 806 Range West in Willamette Meridian. He claims a three year proof to establish his claim before Edgar A badge U S Commissioner Myrtle Point on the 22nd day. Oregon.
Advertises dairy ranch or small tracta fee berries vegetables chicken ranch and hardware implement business for sale. Mentions contact L. Streag at Fourth and Maple Street with phase 20) ait.
Fred Gilbert of Powers Oregon files for three year proof on his homestead entry made October 11 1923 for Lots 1 and 2 Section 3 Township 813 12 west Willamette Meridian before Edgar A Dodge U S Commissioner Myrtle Point Oregon on October 18 1928. Witnesses include William Preston Lear Glen Grant Frank Morris Joseph Williams and Robert E Crawford acting register.
The fragment notes an August 1928 Roseburg entry for Norbert Neen Ma Homestead No. 015860 in section 23 township 28 range 11 West Willamette Meridian with intent to make proof before E A U Commissioner at Myrtle Point on October 8. Claimant names as witnesses: Thomas J. Hayes of Powers Oregon Alexander of Dothan and Hamill A. Canaday among others.
Summons in equity filed in The Circuit Court of Oregon for Coos County seeks to quiet title to Lot 1 and 2, Block 7, Burder and Bender Add., Myrtle Point. Plaintiffs Merl Wilson and Bernadine Wilson et al claim ownership and seek dismissal of all adverse claims. Service by publication ordered for Myrtle Point Herald weekly over six weeks, with first publication August 30 1928 and last October 7 1928.
Winter storms approach and may damage roofs. Book a roof examination now by calling 1206 or visiting A Cor'nel Golden Ave, Marshfield.
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