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Myrtle Point Herald

Location

Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Oct 18, 1928

Page

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Two Tickets For City Election Under WC T U Sponsorship

A city election features a on file ticket with W W Baynes for mayor and E A Dodge for recorder, Mabel Barklow for treasurer, and K H Hansen, A A Schriefer, B D Kring for council. A rival petition led by Elder Chas Barklow suggests other candidates with Barklow as mayor and Dey Breuer and Melfer as councilmen.

E. A. Dodge W. W. Baynes Mabel Barklow K .H. Hansen A. A. Schriefer B.D. Kring Hiram Hatcher Samuel Breuer Ocia Barklow Mr. Meller Elty Butt

Pot-Luck Dinner at Presbyterian Church Parlor

Members and friends are invited to a pot-luck dinner at the Presbyterian church parlors on Monday October 1. This first dinner since completion of the new dining room plans many winter events. Bring a friend and be sure to attend.

Presbyterian Church

Sheriff’s sale transfers land in Coquille after lone bid

Tim Sullivan bid 145 dollars and obtained Ross Smith’s interest in the Wm Luntley land at a sheriff’s sale in Coquille Saturday morning. The action was instigated by the Farmers store of Myrtle Point to collect a levy.

Tim Sullivan Ross Smith Luntley Coquille Myrtle Point Collet

Ed Fallows Freed for Killing George Parry

Dispatches from La Grande report Ed Fallows was freed by the jury after a short trial for shooting and killing George Parry in a barber shop. Parry, a Myrtle Point native with several brothers in town, was accused of breaking up homes by pursuing other men’s wives.

ED Fallows George Parry Preas la Grande Sunday Georg Parry Parry Myrtle Point Fallows la Grande

Carrier Visits from Coquille Show New Car Purchase

Lyman Carrier of Coquille was in the city this morning visiting friends. He arrived home Tuesday from an auto trip from his old home in Indiana, having purchased a new car there.

Lyman Carrier Coquille Mr. Carrier Ale Old Indiana

Prompt payment of insurance to Lewellen widow

J. T. Gullivan for Oregon Life Insurance Company delivered a $5,000 check to Mrs. Lewellen this week for a policy held by the late Mr. Lewellen. He died two weeks ago in a Crescent City hotel after a heart attack.

J. T. Gullivan Oregon Life Insurance Company

Fragmentary Lineage The Gallows Tale Remains Unclear

A garbled text fragment hints at a historical gallows event but provides no clear names dates places or outcomes. Readable bits suggest an execution or punishment theme but lack verifiable details or context for a full summary.

Children’s Day At Marshfield Coos County Teachers Institute

A Marshfield gathering during the Coos County teachers institute shifted Children’s Day from Friday to Saturday at the Coos and Curry fair. The change failed to pass due to opposition led by individuals including Bruse, Point, Arago, and Powers, with support from several rural schools.

Coos County Teachers’ Institute Marshdield Coos and Curry Fair Ndnat Bruse and Point, Arago B 4 Powers

Alzix Kelly Walks Downtown After Injury

Misa Elsie Kelly walked downtown Tuesday for the first time since an accident earlier in the period. Friends rejoiced to see her out and about, grateful for her recovery and renewed mobility.

Misa Elsie Kelly Monn Mise Elsie

Weather Summary Notes From Saturday Morning

Fragmentary notice describes a cold wave across a large portion of the country and mild conditions following the morning. It references a cast of observers and a visible event around Saturday morning with unclear details.

Aeepom Fesaie Iit

Sing Offltie Contest At Marek Field Winners Named

Durward Dru liner placed second in the men’s division at Marek field last week. On Sunday evening the two young singers Miss Bernice Glasier of North Berd and Miss Ieebel Holland of ti erbdtiam sang again at the Egyptian theatre with Miss Glasier winning first place.

Marek Field Durward Druliner Misa Bernies Giasier North Berd Sa Ieebel Holland Bernice Glasier

Ballot Name Dropped by State Supreme Court Ruling

The state court ruled that the Iregive party will not appear on the ballot at the upcoming election. The court said the party is not a direct person with a right to vote.

Dir Nct

Fire Destroys Barn Silos and Machinery in Fishtrap

Ellis Kelly suffered a major loss when a fire at Fishtrap destroyed his barn two silos and farm equipment after he operated a gas engine to pump water. The blaze, started by sparks from the exhaust, consumed the structures and his car. he estimates losses at 2500 dollars with 1700 dollars insured.

Ellis Kelly Coquille Sentinel Ellis

Myrtle Point Band Boys Rally to Practice Ahead of Season

The Myrtle Point band plans a strong season with 33 volunteers ready for practice. Leader candidate Mr Heubier, newly arrived from San Francisco, brings experience to guide the group.

Myrtle Point Heubier San Pranciodeo Svelnens

Myrtle Point Beats Roseburg Fumbles For 19 6 Victory

Myrtle Point Bobcats claim their second league win of the season by 19 to 6 over Roseburg fumbles. Laird returns a 30 yard dash for a score after a Roseburg fumble. Druliner and Christensen shine on offense and defense with strong guard play.

Myrtle Point Bobcats Reesburg High Robert Roseburg Laird Myrtle Point Druliner Myrtle Christensen Bones Durward Druliner Smith Lewis Davenport Delta Wagner Beck Léver Carver Barklow Pearson Warner Brown Warner Bonnie Leslie Coquille Osborn Marshfield

Football at Bay Saturday Union to face North Bend squad

Union high travels to North Bend for a Saturday game after North Bend’s 7 to 7 loss at Bandon when most regulars were missing. Myrtle Point is stronger this week.

Myrtle Point Reseburg Melf Loecals Nerdic Bend Union Spoen North Bend Bandon

Myrtle Point City Announces Temporary Closure Date

The city declares a temporary closing date on October 26, 9908 as part of a formal proclamation by Mayor Bayne. The notice requests public attention to the government action and outlines the closure period.

City Budget Set At 19247 For Coming Year

City council and budget committee met in a regular session to approve the forthcoming year's budget totaling 19247 dollars. About half funds cover interest on water bonds with two thirds raised by direct taxation and the remainder from other sources. Library advocates pressed for larger funding while neighboring towns cited higher allocations. The budget committee, led by N G Perkins, P O Lund, and others, will publish the plan twice before a final hearing on November 19.

Anes Ang Moenses Ity Lbrary Board Omemel Chamber City of Coquille Bend Twe Housand Bandoe Semg Myrtle Point Libary Ciy Padget Reread Council Vthena Nead N G. W. Perkins Tom Dickson P. O Lund Reuben Roupe Steve Day Henry Hermann Mr. Perkins P. O. Lund W H Wann

Shot For A Bird Rumor Hits Myrtle Point Event

A Myrtle Point rumor claims a local high school teacher and a prominent businessman went out to hunt China pheasants last night. The teacher reportedly required medical care for bird shot in his neck after an incident at a school entertainment. The Herald has not verified the tale.

Union High School Myrtle Point Herald

North Bend Prep Promises Better Game Against Bandon

A North Bend coach says a stronger performance is expected in the upcoming game against Bandon, following a solid showing two weeks earlier.

Myrtle Point Chamber Pushes Rural Roads Boost

The Myrtle Point Chamber of Commerce meeting at the Myrtle Hotel drew visitors from Coquille and Bandon to back road improvements. Speakers urged organizing a Coos County Good Roads Association while noting funds and state highway plans and warned about proposed Dunne bills affecting Oregon road building.

Myrtle Point Judge Wade Bandds Chamber of Comerce Wade Baldelk State Highway Commission Elling J. E. Norton Coquille Umpqua Willamette Coos County Calilia Mayor Brown Bandon Cees County King Ling Upen Tae P Weet Oregon State Chamber of Commerce Portland Ide Coos Curry Counties

Fraternities Robbed at Oregon State Campus in Corvallis

Six fraternity houses Sigma Chi Sigma Phi Sigma Kappa Delta Rho Lambda Chi Alpha Tau Delta and Beta Kappa were prowled Thursday night of last week and robbed of cash watches and miscellaneous loot valued at 700 to 1000. Benton county officials believe outsiders committed the crime.

Oregon State Corvallis

Engineers oppose appointing non professionals to county post

At a Thursday meeting of the Southwestern Oregon Professional Engineers Association the motion passed to oppose appointing any county post to someone who is not a professional engineer. Readmaster W A Gilbert was mentioned as not meeting the engineer requirement.

Southwestern Oregon Asera W. A. Gilert

New Chapel Rule Sparks Youth Reform in Local School

A new plan at Chang Simi Finglish school mandates daily voluntary chapel for all students amid debates over Bible training and government limits. The 100 student enrollment cap accompanies a proposed memorial for Dr Sun Yat Sen every third Tuesday, with seven silent prayers following readings.

Helen G Chang Simi Sun Yat Sen

League Meeting Notice for Law Enforcement League

The regular monthly gathering of the Law Enforcement Leagues will be held at City Hall Friday evening at 7 30. The event aims to boost member turnout and discuss current matters. D F af Coquille will attend to observe and assist at the meeting.

Hhe D. F. Af. Co Quille

Boy five years old lands 16 pound salmon

Chase and Arthur Chase aged five and six fished the river Tuesday afternoon returning after an hour with a 16 pound salmon. The catch came as men in a boat helped guide the children to shore. Their father, A C Chase, has reportedly hauled large fish from the river this fall.

Chase Arthur Marlgarret A. C. Chase

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