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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1931
Page
3
Oregon news highlights show towns boosting home trade with Saturday sales and a Nagging delay on a new tunnel between Reedsport and Port Orford. Reports mention fishing for steelhead on the Rogue River, heavy cantaloupe yields in Umpqua, and a federal oil and gas spending tally.
Local figures Edward F. Bailey and Harold Hawkins engaged in regional politics while Curry County eyes tax meetings on September 14. A body found on Bandon beach is identified as T B Kessler, a longtime photographer, with a fire warden claiming the remains. Gold prospecting yields $180 in Middle Fork finds, and a Marshfield cigar store faces federal abatement actions. An accidental explosion at a Coquille property devastates a building, flinging a boiler and barrels, with no injuries reported.
Ellensburg Wash officials traced the tunnel break to a dynamite bomb. Built for 1 million dollars and opened two and a half months ago, the tunnel carried Yakima valley water to Irrigated land. Repair likely over a month. water cut off during repair.
Havana leaders of the revolt say the resolution is far from crushed and that continued organizing and smuggling of ammunition are key. They warn the worst is yet to come with more than 1000 mercenaries awaiting a new landing opportunity on the Cuban coast.
Wisconsin Rapids plant and Whon plants adopt a five day week as the Consolidated Wheter Power and Paper Co labor policy. The move affects about 700 workers and aims to avoid layoffs while allowing some hiring. Officials cite productivity and staffing stability as main goals.
Advertising in the Herald shows strong value as want ads attract attention at low costs. The article notes small rates and steady inquiries, suggesting broad reach for local buyers and sellers.
A farm boy from Van Hornesville born in 1874 rose from chores and candlelit rooms to become chairman of General Electric. His education began with rural schooling and progressed through East Springfield academy and college with family sacrifice. An uncle and educator mentors helped him reach Cornell prospects, then Boston University Law School, leading to a career shaping the electrical industry and finance.
Vacation ends as church members commit to department duties for the new season. Next Sunday the church school will be directed by newly elected officers. The 11:00 service features worship and sermon on Work and Serving, followed by prayer and congregational singing. An 8:00 evening service offers devotions and a sermon, with a 7:00 devotional program announced.
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