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Southern Coos County American

Location

Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Jul 31, 1924

Page

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Real Estate Transfers for the Week Seaboard District

Real estate transfers list numerous transactions in Coos County including corporations and individuals. Notable entries include Conrad Borgard acquiring 57.48 acres with water frontage on the Coquille River. Mary Scadding selling land near sections 25 and 36. and Marshfield, North Bend, and Coos Bay properties changing hands among dozens of purchasers and sellers for amounts around 10 dollars to 6 500 dollars. Marriages listed include Albert Dell with Dorothy Somerville and several couples across North Bend, Coquille, Marshfield, and Brooklyn New York.

Bengatacken Marshfield T. P. Heary Clarence E. Storgard Conrad Borgard Coquille River Mary Scadding T. T. Bennett EK. P. Andersen W. W. Moon North Bend Mattie M. Vail William O. Christensen Bay City East Marshfield Mime Binder J. R. Gartia Watkins North Coquile Coeq Bay Ledges Me F. W. Bertram O al Trustees Winaser & Falisenstein’ Company Wimeor North Bendy Ingp Ray KE. MacAllister Edward MacAllister A. Irene Flynn Ray E. MacAllister Hattie A. MacAllister E. H. Kern Elmer E. Olsen Elliott Charles A. Prescott Portland, Eugene & Coos Bay Land Co Anna J. Peterson Coos Bay Oregon Realty Co, Inc Frank Stickney W. R. Whipple Alfred Ris Idaho E. N. Smith Wm. W. Nye Albert Dell Dorothy Somerville Clyde Frye Coquille Blanche Wilton Chehalis Washington William J. Baylock Roseburg Flora E. Varney Arthur M. Hagquist Gladys Leadbetter J. M. Church Augusta Ohman Hauser Harry Giles Stewart Louise du Pee Powers Ora J. Brumbaugh Genevieve Yoakum Brooklyn New York J. F. Anderson Florence Watters Delmar R. Turnbull Elisabeth Harrison Beth

Divorce and estate actions in Coos County filings

North Bend divorce filings include Blanche Mabel Westcott against Clarence Westcott with a minor child Margaret. Eva Hyyry lainen granted divorce from Edward Hyyrylainen with custody and name change to Anderson. Fred M. Tohacoe divorced Haechel E. Johnson. Piers E. Johnson appointed administrator of Mrs. Vesta Gudmondso estate valued around 2000. Jack R. Allen declared insane at state hospital. Henrietta Robecta seeks admin of late husband M. W. Roberts estate valued 590 with ~60 yearly rent. Five heirs noted. All Coos County general fund warrants before 1 1928 called in. interest ceases 1924 July 26.

Blanche Mabel Westcott North Bend Clarence Westcott Margaret Eva Hyyrylainen Anderson Edward Hyyrylainen Fred M. Tohacoe Haechel E. Johnson Piers E. Johnson Coos County

Producer Pricing Reform Urged Amid Farm Education

Francis 8. Borses argues producers should set fair prices for their goods and resist merchant driven prices. He warns against greed, calls for uniform pricing by quality, and supports farmer rights to ship and sell. An upcoming article promises a complete solution used in older countries.

Portland Oregon

Men Beat Women in Ticket Sale Chautauqua Fundraiser

A Chautauqua ticket sale event at Mrs. Annin’s residence raised about 200 dollars more from men than women. The banquet featured a chicken dinner, entertainment, and a committee formed to study a permanent structure, with a total receipts figure of 2 177.41 and a balance of 367.53. A long list of guarantors was named to support next year’s effort.

Annin Mesdames Annin Bledsoe Clarke C. C. Carter Henry Schroeder O. H. Clarke E. F. Russell Jeasie Bell Sam Carter Ed Lewallyn Claude. Nosler Lyle Nosler M. Biedses Verne Landy Tom. Guerin Wee Ne Nee Ere Eeener Ces R. A. Anain T. D G. G. Swan Dora C. D. Price Anne Barklow F. M. Tyme Broadbent Clara James Geo. B. Lee F. S. Barsee W. F .Barsee P. & Robison Norway Belle B. Whitaker E. F. Schroeder Frei Moser Gravel Ford Claud Nosler J. M. Bledsoe A. A. Schriefer C. E. Crumley Thos. Root C. E. Schroeder Arago J. D. Carl Stephen Dey Agnes Tripp Olga Weekly J. N. Roberts Charles S. Harlocker Wallace B. Dement George Cornwell Louis L. Peck N. J. DeBoer O. H. Aasen S. Breuer D. W. Davis M. D Emily Miller Turner MacDonald

Bon Ton Cafe Sold to Freeburg and DeVault Partners

H Morrow sells the Bon Ton Cafe as of week start to new owners Mr and Mrs N H Freeburg of Eugene and formerly Cody Wyoming and Guy DeVault of Myrtle Point. They promise same first class plans and best quality at minimum cost. The Morrows plan a short vacation before returning to Wade.

H. Morrow N. H. Freeburg Eugene Cody Wyoming Guy DeVault Myrtle Point

Fourth Annual Picnic of Coos County Association

Coos County Association President C L Bender announces the fourth annual Coos County picnic at the State Fairgrounds on Sunday August 3 194? at 11 00 a m. Governor and other prominent speakers expected. Coffee and ice cream provided. Attendees urged to bring baskets. Open to residents and former residents of Coos County and their friends.

C. L. Bender Coos County

Holt-Chase Cannery a Busy Place

The Holt-Chase Canning Co. reports record activity with berries this year beating last year’s totals. Strawberries Loganberries and blackberries lead shipments to San Francisco as orders rise to 4700 cases. Beans corn and vegetables will follow later, boosting Myrtle Point’s economy.

Holt-Cynde Canning Co Chase Cannery San Francisco Myrtle Point

Coos & Curry County Fair Racing Program Listed

Directors finalize a three day racing program for the Coos and Curry County Fair with events from September 18 to 20 1924 and prizes ranging from 75 to 200 dollars plus a quarter payment novelty on Saturday. Rules align with the North Pacific Racing Association and include saddle horses entries and relay races.

Coos & Curry County Senuhdeideen Coos Curry County North Pacific Racing Association

BOOSTS FOR OREGON ELKS VISITORS TOURING NATIONWIDE

Mr and Mrs N M Todd of Long Beach California visited Mrs Todd's brother John Dalen and family in Myrtle Point Oregon. The Todds who traveled through the south east Canada and attended Elks and lawyers conventions plan to leave for Los Angeles after a week in Oregon.

N. M. Todd Long Beach California Florida New Orleans New York Niagara Falls Chicago Michigan Canada Vancouver Porthea Myrtle Point Lee Angeles

Oregon Editorial Association Holds 17th Convention at Tillamook

The Oregon Editorial Association held its 17th annual convention in Tillamook with editors and guests enjoying activities at Lake Lytle and the Whitney Lumber Co mill. Highlights included talks on advertising and the state income tax, tours of cheese factories, and a banquet with music and community singing.

Oregon Editorial Association Tillamook E. J. Schneider Henry Schroeder Hell Charles W. Duncan Foster & Kleizer San Francisco Herman Roe the Nations] Editorial Association Northfield Minnesota C. C. Chdépman Oregon Voter Portland Addis Oregon Farmer Lake Lytle Woman's Club Tillamook Armory New York Garibaldi Whitney Lumber Whitney Lumber Co Russell Hawkins Elbert Bede Grants Pass Netarts Oceanside Langlois Rosenburg Brothers Associated Industries of Oregon

Convention Enjoyed By Editors At Albany Campfire

Under Dr. C. V. Poling of Albany the convention concluded with campfire storytelling and late night dancing. Editors gathered around the sands to share tales and finalize the day’s pleasures, marking a successful gathering.

C. V. Poling Albany

Reverend James Melmnis Takes Month Long Vacation

Reverend James Melmnis departed Tuesday morning for a month long vacation traveling via Vancouver British Columbia into the United States. He plans visits in Maine and Kansas with his family accompanying him to Roseburg where Mrs R Annin returned driving the car. No preaching at the Presbyterian church during his absence though Sunday school continues.

James Melmnis Vancouver B. C United States Maine Kansas Rosebure Presbyterian Church

Open Season on Pheasants in Coos County 1924

Oregon State Game Commission announces an open season in Coos County for Chinese Pheasants on October 12 and 13 1924 with a bag limit of two male birds per day. Unauthorized hunting or possession is illegal under state law. Portland Oregon dated July 14 1924.

Coos County State Game Commission Oregon State of Portland Oregon State Game Commission

Witching for Water at Parker Farm Uncovers Water Source

Local report describes G M Parker and Frank Zumwalt using a myrtle witch stick to locate water on Parker’s dry hillside. Water was found 12 feet deep, yielding a two gallon per minute stream. A concrete tank was built to supply the farmhouse 1200 feet away. Zumwalt also located water on Senta’s east town property.

G. M. Parker Mr. Parker Frank Zumwalt Parker Mr Zumwalt Sam Senta Mr. Zumwalt

Visits Brother in town from Kansas

Miss Louise Schmitt arrived Monday to visit her brother C. E. Schmitt of Quality Grocery. She left Atchison Kansas soon after Memorial Day and has been traveling by auto to see the country. She will stay two weeks and plans to take the train to avoid dust on the return trip.

Louise Schmitt C. E. Schmitt Quality Grocery Miss Schmitt Atchison Kansas Joe

Gold Fever Breaks Out Near Powers

In the Salmon Mountain Mining district above Powers, Charles Campbell showed rich gold ore samples from his mine. Early estimates suggest ore may assay around $2,000 per ton, sparking excitement among local miners and promising economic impact if the claim proves solid.

Salmon Mountain Charles Campbell Powers Campbell

Baseball Sunday Clash Between Coquille and Myrtle Point

A Sunday game at the park grounds features Coquille against Myrtle Point. Prizes drive a spirited competition with awards for home run first triple first single and more including gas oil hats cigars cake and groceries from local merchants.

Coquille Myrtle ‘Point Emery Nosler H. A Hatton's John B. Stetson Hub Clothing & Shos. Co Bon Ton

Boy Scouts Meet in Woodman Hall With Regional Leaders

The Boy Scouts officers and troop met Tuesday evening in Woodman hall. Regional Executive G. H. Oberteuffer of Spokane and district scout executive H. Ricksecker spoke to the troop and attendees. Oberteuffer praised the local unit and announced a county booth at the fair and Scout day set for September 19. A county meeting of scout executives heard the report on county work and character building, with the county body in good financial condition and planning a November budget for next year.

Woodman Hall G. H. Oberteuffer Spokane Washington H. Ricksecker Oberteuffer E. J. Schneider Dr. Bunch H. A Schroeder Claud Nosler J. M. Bledsoe

Tews ANOTHER FAMILY GROUP REUNION

Arthur Widby and wife from Eugene joined with Jack Widby and wife from Hiltz California and other W H Widby family members for a weekend reunion. Two children absent. Also present F L Miller and children Lee and Ly man Rackleff Myrtle Point. Arthur and wife left Sunday. Jack and wife left but were delayed by an accident. Miss Veda to join at Hiltz California.

Arthur Widby Eugene Jack Widby Hiltz California W. H Widby F L Miller Lee Lyman Rackleff Myrtle Point Arthur Jack Veda

Camper Injured by Fire Banding Shelter Fire

A camper was injured while a fire banded shelter or camp area. Responders treated the person on site and authorities investigated the incident for cause and safety compliance.

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Circuit Court Francis Borses Ellingsen-White Holt-Chase Cannery Edhors Charlies Campbell Bangor J. H. Myers Schmitt Grocery Gus Dietz Schneider Music Store Dey’s Meat Market City Meat Market THE BOY Scouts
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