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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1928
Page
5
A local undenominational gathering reported strong attendance at Sunday services. The sermon emphasized spiritual readiness and Christ’s coming, with a musical solo performed by Merle and a message inviting all to attend the next service at 11 to 12 o clock in the morning.
Regular services Sunday October 14 with Sunday school at 10 am preaching at 11 am and 730 pm Epworth League at 640 pm Pastor Otter Idao notes a splendid increase in attendance last Sunday Encourages continued support and participation by all members
Bible School every Sunday at 10 am for all ages. Next Sunday observed as Parents Day with a sermon for parents. Young people meet at 6 30 pm. Evening service at 780 with sermon The Creed that I believe. Midweek prayer and Bible study Wednesday at 7 30 followed by choir practice. Quote about age and peppers noted.
Property listing describes a well located ranch with a dwelling, spring water bath, two barns, silos, hay storage, garage and woodshed, plus 16 cow capacity. Also advertised is a 4th street bungalow with room, basement, yard, and fencing for under $800. Public notices include Rebekah Lodge and Silver Camp meeting details.
Elgin Chapter No 24 C E S meets on the first and third Thursdays at the Masonic hall. Visitors welcome. Marie Lundy Estelle Chase, Worthy Matron.
A report from Howes Cave outlines a self government plan for the junior high class. The aim is to instill fundamental principles of self discipline, with pupils expected to uphold school rules, avoid littering, prevent property damage, and help maintain orderly surroundings.
The Shenandoah Campfire Girls gathered in their new room at the Presbyterian church Monday afternoon. After a brief business session, they adjourned and spent the rest of the day sewing curtains.
Boy Scouts under Elmer Russell met at the Methodist church Monday night to plan a joint activity with Campfire Girls. A Court of Honor is set for Tuesday night with Mr Britton in charge of scout work in this part of Oregon.
The news writing class chose Junior High Star as their sheet name and plans to meet Wednesdays instead of Fridays. Woodrow Crock joins Miss Russell's room from Quaker Town with a sister in the third grade. Teachers from grade and high school visited the Bandon home of Mr and Mrs Bunch on Tuesday. James Hawis was absent about three days due to his father’s illness. All junior high grades have completed six weeks of work except eighth B and sixth grades and are taking examinations.
The fragment mentions Mrs Harmann and Alta in a casual note likely about writing or chalk usage. No clear event, date, or organization is identifiable from the text.
The Cool county annual institute will be held in Marshfield October 15 and 16. Notable speakers include J Clifton Tucker E F Carlson Dean Powers Jean Besley Dr Sheldon and Miss White Miss Arbuthnot Miss Marsters Miss Hettinger and more. Traveling libraries are ordered by rural Coos districts and study classes for Reading Circle Certificates are organized in Bandon schools.
Alice Gwerin of Myrtle Point announces Millington High School and nearby schools achieved 106 percent membership in NEA OSTA and county division. G T Berk Nellie Shepherd Blanche Snyder and Grace Cox lead the faculty as other schools plan to reach 100 percent before the county institute.
University of Opagon announces pledges Shirley Carter Lewis Baynes and Bilmer Knight of Myrtle Point along with Joe Stoll of Marshfield. Baynes is a music major and sophomore while Carter Knight are freshmen in business administration with foreign trade plans.
A reader submits a political card from L Vinton seeking County Surveyor support. The message asserts qualifications, training, and readiness for the office and calls on county voters to back the candidacy.
A Republican nominee pledges to govern with honor and economy. Dave Thompson promises a conservative, faithful administration with no private interests and a dollar's value for every public dollar spent. He urges voters to examine his record for honesty and integrity.
J E Norton of Coquille Ore announces candidacy for State Representative on the Republican ticket. He cites public service in the Chamber of Commerce Road Association and Port activities and asks voters for endorsement in November.
Wilard J. Ducharme of Camas Valley Oregon filed for three year proof to establish his homestead claims S W section 5 and N W section 6 township 8 range 9 Willamette meridian. The notice is filed at the U S Land Office Roseburg Oregon and sets November 14 1928 as the final date. Claimants listed include William Moore Lehnherr Harry Lahneher A Kirkendoll and Hamill A Canaday of Camas Valley Oregon.
Notice to the voters of Union High District to convene a meeting on June 30 1929 to discuss a special district tax and the budget for the coming fiscal year. The meeting will determine the amount of money needed by the school district and the probate of the levy.
Total estimated receipts and expenses for the year shown in an original estimate and accounting sheet. The document notes receipts excluding proposed taxes and lists six months of the current year with line items for ink costs and services. J. H. Serklow chairs the board of directors and oversees the district budget.
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