18 Sep 1958
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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Herald
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1958
Page
1
A warning about vote fraud and political influence describes a scheme where repeated voting could sway precinct meetings and potentially control a party convention. The note emphasizes turnout, neighborhood precints meetings, and the risk of manipulation by organized groups.
A mixed crowd gathers to discuss highway routes and budgeting as community leaders present figures on road projects. Officials address West and East corridor impacts, shopping districts, and expected dates for support measures. A judge notes traffic safety issues and outlines next steps as attendees call for review.
J Robert King named commercial lighting salesman for Coos Bay district of Pacific Power and Light. A J Moore says King, previously in Tillamook area, moves to Coos Bay and will serve Coquille Myrtle Point North Bend Erapare and Powers customers. He has five years APP&L service and local civic involvement in Tillamook.
At a regular meeting the Myrtle Point council instructed the city attorney to prepare legal papers to sell land in the water shed northeast of town and timber thereon. Plans were authorized for heating and recirculation upgrades at the sewage plant.
Rev Trox Costhw of Voice of Calvary invites all denominations and unaffiliated residents to a Saturday evening event at the community building on the fair grounds. A speech and singing program promises inspiration and regional religious fellowship.
In a fiery defense the writer asserts Governor Holmes switched positions due to Wayne Morse, denying business pressure or Herald interference. The piece accuses gossipers of falsehood and insists only Morse bears responsibility, challenging critics to prove cowardice.
A fragment from a letter warns writer George about his coverage of Highway 42 and his push for economic government reform. The author accuses him of biased editorial efforts and sheds remarks on tyranny, ending with a note that the discussion continues on Page Two.
Funds are available for Coquille flood control as Army Engineers consult local officials. The survey will assess water storage and release to aid irrigation, industrial waste elimination, recreation, industrial expansion, and potential hydroelectric development while considering flood control for the Coos River navigation project. Local farmers and the Port of Coos Bay will be involved in determining feasibility and broader watershed benefits.
The Coos County Farm Bureau annual picnic will be held Sunday, Sept 21, 1958, at the 4-H Building on the fair grounds. Coffee and ice cream will be furnished, and all members are invited to attend.
Due to pressing business, Herald reports Bob Powrie a district school board member spoke to the Chamber of Commerce at Anglers cafe about the organization of the schools under the new state levy law. Al Wald was absent recovering from illness.
Arago Community Church plans a 35th anniversary celebration next Sunday. Sunday school starts at 10 am and morning worship at 11 am followed by a potluck dinner. Special speaker Wally Tats Ops will deliver remarks.
A guest editorial praising Ivan Laird, his 38 year service, and his fairness in state legislation, with thanks for road improvements in Covus County. The writer defends Laird, credits him with listening to people, and urges neighborly conduct and Christian principles. Mrs Ivan Laird endorses these views.
Public Utilities Commissioner Howard Morgan schedules hearings on September 25 in North Bend city hall. Raymond Elton Glass of Coos Bay seeks a permit to operate motor contract carrier service for animal and poultry feed across Coos Curry Douglas and Lane counties with a 9 30 am start. A 2 pm session will examine Warren Weekly of Myrtle Point for milk transport within a 45 mile radius of Myrtle Point and the Arago Cheese Factory in Arago.
Jean Thorpe will speak about her United Nations trip at the 1.0.C.F. Hall gathering Wednesday evening. The event features remarks and a discussion with Fellows and Rebekah Jord, with plans to share impressions and insights from the mission.
FFA chapter officers and instructor traveled to Crater Wen school for the annual leadership meeting. Attendees included David Morris as secretary El Pallin as treasurer and Sam Case as reporter with alternates David Maf Leonard Huffman.
County Clerk Georgiana Vaughn announces Oregon election rules and urgent deadlines. Voters must register by October 4 to participate in the November election. open hours, registrar appointments, and ballot by mail options are detailed for Coos County with emphasis on absentees and emergency procedures after October 30.
The Fall Golf Championship at Aquille Valley Golf & Country Club moves into semi finals this week with four veterans in the champ flight: Erv Dettman, Rob Ley, Bill Downing and Clayton Mast. Matches from last week and this week include first flight competitors and second flight entrants.
Pastor Glen Hutton previews Alaska scenes from his years in the north including hunting fishing and farm life in the Matotnusk Valley plus wild river and tundra views. He plans a Sunday night program at the Fore Chretien church with remarks on their faith and mission.
Word has been received that Mrs. Ed Clinton, 18, died at her Arago home Sunday morning from a heart attack. Details will be published next week. Her husband, Mr Clinton, was reportedly present at the time.
The notice states voting registration must be completed by the evening of Saturday October 4. It lists Coos County registration sites including Arago Harper's Store Bridge Lor Max Store Broad Bent Mercantile Berouches House and Labor Temple Myrtle Point Guy Recorder's Office Powers Sheedy Drug Store Sitkitin Gearhart Farm among others.
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