02 Jun 1921
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Newspaper
Southern Coos County American
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1921
Page
1
The article argues that passing the Coos County road bond measure is pivotal for regional and state prosperity. It likens road networks to California's boom driven by trunk highways, urging voters to support continued coastal to inland routes and urgent winter accessibility.
A Camas Valley road remains open in dangerous condition with ice on the mountain making travel risky. The writer urges the county to close it to traffic until repairs eliminate the danger, arguing failure to do so could lead to a fatal accident and a possible damage suit. The nearby highway to Marshfield is noted as the only heavily used alternative.
The Coos Bay Times reports the state highway commission rejected A B Gidley's 25 222 bid for concrete paving on the Roosevelt highway segment between Marshfield and North Bend and Coquille. John Hampshire’s 116 057 50 bid for Camas Valley Remote road work was referred to the highway engineer.
Binger Hermann writes a persuasive letter to T. M. urging Coos county voters to approve road bonds. He argues roads are needed, the Camas Valley project will rush to completion with bond funds, taxes may fall due to growth, and a defeat would be a dark day for the region. He notes Douglas county supporters and warns against delaying development.
A persuasive plea argues for funding a continuous all-season road from the Mexican line to British Columbia through Coos County. It warns a failed bond measure means higher taxes, ongoing mud travel, and missed growth as California lures homeseekers and tourists. The piece frames road investment as essential for statewide progress and local prosperity.
In a winter trip to California the writer notes 16 000 miles of state highways and argues Coos County must gain access to markets by improving roads. The June 7 vote will show if the county helps itself or remains isolated as a dead region. A recent road meeting drew boosters and heavy taxpayers urging action now to escape the mud.
The Myrtle Point Baseball Club invites everyone to a Saturday evening at the Oaks Pavilion. Nash's Orchestra will provide lively music to get the crowd dancing and help the players. come along and enjoy a good time.
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