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Myrtle Point Herald

Location

Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Sep 29, 1960

Page

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Stop and Shop campaign offers $100 drawings in Myrtle Point

Myrtle Point merchants under the Chamber of Commerce sponsor a Stop and Shop program giving Southern Coos county residents a chance to win Stop and Shop dollars. To enter, visit a participating store and register your name. one entry covers all future drawings every two weeks. The first draw is Saturday October 15 at 2 p.m. Winners must be present. otherwise the prize rolls to the next drawing and increases by a dollar every two weeks. Week end bargains accompany the campaign. certificates come in $5 $10 and $30 denominations and can be used as currency at participating stores.

Myrtle Point Chamber of Commerce Coos County The Herald

The Rascal and The Pilgrim

A Korean orphan known as Shu grows up among U S troops in Seoul. The boy, treated as mascot and interpreter, is smuggled to Japan on an Air Force cargo plane and later adopted by Chaplain Rev Donald Werr of Quincy Illinois who renames him Shu.

Seoul Korea Tyke Shu United States Little Rascal Air Force Japan Ai Force Donald Werr Quincy, II

Local Family Takes In Italian Exchange Student

Ruth Weed of Myrtle Point hosts Sergio Lorenztti a foreign exchange student from Trieste Italy in her home with her husband Chet joining in the arrangement. The story notes pumpkin pie memories and the boyish dream of making it in the world.

C E Ruth) Weed Myrtle Point Ruth Chet ItsHan Sergio Joe) Lorenztti Joe Forgn Trieste Italy

Sam Studies Issues Republican Candidate for Joint Legislative Seat

Sam examines the issues ahead of the 1960 joint Coos Curry State Legislative seat campaign in Eugene. The study covers post legislative actions and procedures. He reviews voting records of opponents and the present House on upcoming legislation.

Coos-Curry Eugene House Dement

Myrtle Point voters to choose mayor and three councilmen

Local election details show Mayor Bud Griffin term ending January 1 along with three council seats held by Ann Roush Ray Harris and John Dayton. Council terms are four years, mayor two. Candidates may file until October 28, with filing closing Saturday. Dayton intends to seek re election. Griffin undecided. Harris recuperating from surgery and noncommittal. Roush stating she is not a candidate. Del Greer vacancy to be filled for unexpired term.

Myrtle Point Bud Griffin Ann Roush Ray Harris John Dayton Ben Nichols Herald Griffin del Greer Coquille Nichols Portland

Powers to Vote on 163000 Sewer Bonds

The Pow ers city council calls a special election in Pow ers on Monday October 17 to decide a 163000 bond issue for acquiring constructing and equipping a sewer system and sewage treatment plant. Voters in Precincts 39 and 88 will vote at City Council Chambers from 8 am to 8 pm. Unregistered voters must register by October 8. Comment continues on Page 4.

The Herald City Council At Powers

History Making Debate Thrills Millions

The 1960 presidential debate between John F Kennedy and Dick Nixon captivated millions of Americans as the two leaders clashed over campaign issues. Kennedy appeared at his best while Nixon looked tired after a recent hospital stay, leaving analysts unsure of the race’s immediate impact.

Kennedy Nixon John F Kennedy Dick Nixon

Hear John Noble’s Dramatic World War II Story at Marshfield

John Noble is scheduled to present I Was A Slave in Russia at Marshfield High School Auditorium Coos Bay on Thursday September 29 at 7 30 pm. He recounts his capture in Germany by Soviets and deportation to the Arctic slave camp and his 91 percent years of brutal Soviet slavery. Public attendance invited.

John Noble Germany Arctic Mr Noble Marshfield High School Coos Bay

Bobcats Run Over Sutherlin 47-6 In Third Quarter Surge

Myrtle Point high school’s football team routed Sutherlin 47 to 6, turning a close first half into a decisive blow. Jim Thomas connected with Marty Gray on a 60 yard play, Rich Armstrong and Daniels added multiple scores, and the Cats pulled away with a 4 TD third period before reserves closed the game. The win boosts momentum for next matchup with Cottage Grove.

Myrtle Point High Sutherlin Bulldogs M. P Cats Myrtle Point Jim Thomas Marty Gray Rick Daniels Q.B Rich Armstrong Sutherlin Boys Q.B. Foster Armstrong Bulldog Rich Daniels Dan Noyes Eroke Ya Cat Dick Gassman Pay Dirt Bobcats Cottage Grove

Two Die When Auto Crashes Through Bridge

Two people died when a car traveling at high speed crashed through the guard rail on the North Fork bridge on Highway 42. Driver Glen Eddie Rogers of North Bend and passenger Darlene Jane Hemple of North Coos River perished as the vehicle plunged 30 feet to the river bank after tearing out 75 feet of railing and 13 guard posts. Hemple, 20, a cafe waitress in Coos Bay, is survived by two sons and family members. The bodies were taken to local funeral homes as services were pending.

North Fork Highway 42 Glen Eddie Rogers North Bend Darlene Jane Hemple North Coos River Jack Matthews Coos Bay Jerry Jack Rodney Okinawa David Mr. Rogers North Marilyn Glenn Sheila Patterson Wash Hal Rogers Brewster Helen Dezellem Carlton Dale Bettin Grants Pass Serfass Henry Edwain Seattle

Republican Women Sponsor Card Party at Coos Bay

Coos County Republican Women announce a card party on Oct 6 at 8 00 p m at the new Cartel restaurant in Coos Bay. Open to the public, with prizes and refreshments. Tickets cost 1 00 per person and are available from two organizers and The Herald office.

Coos Bay Coos County New Cartel Paul Hammer H. H. Thomas Karl Dement Herald Office

Dr Edwin R Durno to Host Myrtle Point Coffee Hour

Republican congressional candidate Dr Edwin R Durno will hold a 3 to 4 30 p m coffee hour at the Myrtle Coffee Shop in Myrtle Point today Wednesday inviting all residents to meet the candidate and ask questions. A later plan seeks to extend the visit to Powers.

Dr. Durno Myrtle Edwin R. Durno Myrtle Point Durne Powers Myrtle Coffee Shop

Milk Decline Aims to Save Oregon Dairy Industry

Oregon survey cites rising adult and teen milk decline and explains why consumption falls. It notes adults drink about one glass less daily, 40 percent consume no milk, and soft drinks intrude as children age, threatening a major agricultural sector.

State of Oregon Dairy Products Commission Herald Press Oregons Oregon Coos Bay Klamath Falls Clark, Bardsley & Haslacher Dec

Forest Fire Safety Alert Delays Open Season

Forester D. Saleca reports no closing of forests this season due to dry conditions. Hunters urged to exercise extreme care as fires are not permitted during the closed season and the season will resume after statewide rains. Northwest Oregon sees some rain but high temps and east winds could raise danger. past major fires began in late fall.

Saleca Ove Ept Spesial Forester D Onsctern Phipps Oreton Sixes

Georgia-Pacific Opens New Relating Center in Coos County

Georgia-Pacific has opened its new facility in Coos County to render a good art service to all. Advised for details.

Georgia-Pacific Coos County

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