06 Sep 1962
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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1962
Page
1
The Senate exempted from taxes the gain on a home sale by a person aged 65 or over if the sale price is under $30,000. It marked the chamber's first vote in the second week of debate on President Kennedy's revised tax bill.
Portland officials led by Mayor Terry Schrunk and the city council joined promoters from Portland Metropolitan Future Unlimited to announce a 1968 Olympic bid, tied to a $48 million Delta Park recreation complex, with Gov. Mark Hatfield voicing strong support for the plan.
About 1,800 students rioted in Seaside Saturday night as police and the National Guard were called out. Charges were lodged against 134 persons amid damage control plans by city officials. A beach rock n roll dance quieted holiday makers as the disturbance began before students returned to school.
After talks with Democratic leaders, the President stated the Soviet backed Cuba will not be allowed to export its aggressive aims by force or the threat of force and that the United States will take any necessary steps to block such moves.
The note outlines a 1900 era air space violation linked to Gary Powers and the related mission. It frames the event as a historical inquiry into early aviation limits and authority over restricted airspace.
A P2V7 patrol bomber crashed on Amamiy Island about 190 miles north of Okinawa, killing 12 crewmen and destroying 20 houses. The crash occurred on Monday on the island of O Amami.
Publica announced federal grants totaling 4 921 523 for the quarter starting July 1. Region 9 director F W Hunter of the health education and welfare department in San Francisco said funds support aid to dependent children aid the blind and aid for the permanently and totally disabled.
Coos County Assessor Francis Flanagan reports higher property taxes for most taxpayers with slight reductions in three codes within the Bunker Hill sanitary district. Increases stem from higher expenditures and declines in timber and personal property values, while total assessed value falls from 81 200 702 to 77 283 349 and grand levies reach 7 274 217.22. Myrtle Point expected tax up about 30 percent.
The TOPS weight loss club for women invites new members and announces a meeting for visitors at 7 30 p m Tuesday evening at 631 C Street. Interested persons are urged to attend.
A color 90 minute action film titled Shadow of The is set to screen at 7 30 p m on September 10 at Bridge Community Church. Everyone is invited to attend the showing.
Renewal reminders are in the mail to car owners whose license plates expire at the end of September. The department of motor vehicles says to follow the instructions on the back of the form to speed processing. The form is used for renewal by mail or in person.
Janet Clarno of Myrtle Point and Carol Ladd of Parkrose won blue ribbons in the 4 H intermediate style review at the Oregon State Fair on Saturday. Clarno modeled a wool plaid school dress amid 30 blue ribbon recipients for sewing and modeling their outfits.
Reserved tickets for three home varsity games at Myrtle Point High School are available in the school office. Tickets cost 3.75 dollars for all three games. Games include September 14 against Myrtle Creek Beat SS wet ones and Lighting posts have been moved for better viewing. Tickets may be ordered in any quantity.
Coos Curry Electric Cooperative will elect three directors at its annual meeting in Brookings on September 15. Bruce Shavere, the general manager, announced the slate includes Fell Campbell seeking re election and Dave Philpott up for re election and who has served as secretary treasurer for 12 years.
A local report notes a hill of red Dakota potatoes yielded 10 percent more fine large potatoes this summer in the gar.
Myrtle Point chamber leaders and state officials discuss study of park sites near Highway 42. Engineers may evaluate a trailer park near Ward Bridge five miles from town with a dammed lake for fishing and water skiing. City seeks federal and state cooperation on park facilities and overnight camping projects.
Governor Hatfield writes to James Johnson of the Port of Coos Bay calling an east west federal highway in southern Oregon "extremely desirable" and encloses highway commission rules for its consideration.
Cremation at Portland Crematorium will honor a man who served crippled children and ran the Dodge agency, sold cars and tractors, and owned a garage and service station. Memorials to Myrtle Lodge 78 in Myrtle Point. Survivors include a brother Lao of Spokane who arrived for the funeral.
Readable fragments show the association's registration for youngsters split between morning and afternoon sessions. Times listed include 8 to 11 38 am and 12 30 to 3 pm with references to kindergarten enrollment and a contact location.
Coos Bay division manager Al Craver announced mailings to Myrtle Point and Coquille subscribers with all new numbers taking effect at 11 01 p m Sept 18. Cogrite Point will use 872 prefix and Coquille will use 386. the move aligns with a national trend to expand seven digit dialing and increase available lines as about 300 new telephones are installed monthly nationwide.
Laura Lee Bress, chief operator for Myrtle Point West Coast Telephone, announced at a chamber of commerce meeting that Mrs Bienz will transfer to the Coos Bay offices for a traffic supervisor post.
In Bridge Market, Brend Moe and George Mapeett secure a five year lease on Ler Max Merket property. The deal covers access to the Ler Max Merket area and confirms ongoing business operations in Breshings.
They came to Powers soon after the town was founded in 1015 and operated a local grocery store. Mer Thomes was born Feb. 3.
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