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Newspaper

Southern Coos County American

Location

Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1924

Page

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Real Estate Transfers For The Week In Marshfield And North Bend

Real estate transfers list numerous deeds from Henry Kern to Levi Smith and others for lots in Alder Park Marshfield and North Bend. Several other transfers involve W. M. Lone, Mary Dalton, Irene Flynn, Chandler Investment Co, Paris Ward, Dillard Hall, and multiple additions to Marshfield and North Bend. The week also notes marriages, divorces, condemnation suits for Roosevelt highway right of way, a contested will, and an executor appointment with an estate valued around $1,000.

Henry Kern Levi Smith Alder Park Marshfield Tra Padrick Effie Walker North Bend United States Floyd E. Ball W. M. John M. Lone G. W. Gage Mary I. Dalton Fred Young N& Ne Irene Flynn Hattie E. McAllister Swinch Nwaew Chandler Investment Co Henry Sengstacken Co Mary Ward Paris Ward P. C. Dillard Et Ux Ann E. Hall J. M. Williamson M. T. Bartholomew Charleston E. M. Shriver B. W. Pierce Emil L. Watson Daisy Hollender D. H. Martin Reba Fay Mitchell Powers Roosevelt Highway F. A. Evernden J. H. West Elsie Elwood Mary A. Landers Frad Powers Amelia Miller Peter Miller

Barn Yard Golf Thrives in Myrtle Point Circuit

Cal King claims the championship while rivals Ball and Ellis Tlement dispute his standing. The Grand Championship will debut soon, reservations available at Sugar Bowl Confectionery for $1.50 ringside seats. A planned ladies branch failed after clashes over court access and hours.

Barn Yard Myrtle Point Masonic Club Cal King Mr. Ball Ellis Tlement Sugar Bowl

Michigan university head to nominate Coolidge candidate

Dr Marion Leroy Butler president of Michigan University will present President Coolidge’s name before the National Republican convention meeting next week. Butler is a lifelong friend of Coolidge.

Marion Leroy. Butler Michigan University Butler Coolidge

Herron Opens New Sales Room for Chevrolet Cars

W L Herron of Keith Motor Co announces a new sales room at the Myrtle Point Garage. He takes on the Chevrolet line for the territory and will supply parts and service to customers.

W. L. Herron Keith Motor Co Myrtle Point

Grain display reports tall grain samples from local growers

Chas Dye of Gravel Ford submitted a sample bundle of oats and vetch measuring 6 feet 2 inches. Dan Barklow across the river brought a wheat bundle measuring 8 feet 2 inches. The message notes rainfall would likely have increased growth.

Chas Dan Barklow

Democrats Meet Organize County Committee in Coquille

The Democratic County Committeemen met in Coquille on Monday afternoon and elected W. L. Mast as chairman F. M. Young as secretary treasurer Dr. G. W. Leake as state committeeman E. F. Bradley as congressional committeeman. Speakers praised prospects of electing a president in November.

Coquille W. L. Mast F. M. Young G. W. Leake EF. P. Brandley

Chautauqua Week Announces Plays and Lectures

The Chautauqua Association reveals The Mellusc a comedy by Hubert Henry Davies presented by Clark-Brown of New York with Laurette Browne in the title role. Also on July 12 to 17 1924 Six Cylinder Love opens the program with autos as a comic villain. Lectures include Dr E T Hagerman Bagdasar K Baghdigian Homer B Hulbert and H L Taylor plus musical acts Going Bell Epperson Vernon Symphonic Quintet American tenor Frank L Cowan Australian Artists Trio Davies Quailen Entertainers and McDonald Birch magic.

Chautauqua Association Hubert Henry Davies Clark-Brown Players of New York Laurette Browne E. T. Hagerman Bagdasar K. Baghdigian Armenia Homer B. Hulbert Far East Korea Japan H. Leo Taylor Going-Bell-Epperson Company Vernon Symphonic Quintet Frank L. Cowan Davies- Quailen McDonald Birch

Chautauqua Meeting Called for June 11 at City Hall

Notice urges all interested to attend the meeting next Wednesday evening June 11 at City Hall to elect officers appoint committees review last year’s work and handle other business. Vale Vale Salt Co organized plans to start work at one of its wells.

Vale—Vale Salt Co

Washington 1928 tax cut details unveil under Coolidge plan

The president signs a tax reduction measure allowing individuals to cut 1928 income taxes by 25 percent if the full amount was paid last year. The bill outlines normal rates exemptions surtaxes and taxes on gifts estates and corporations with a broad tax repeal for several services and goods.

Washington, D. C Coolidge Internal Revenue Department

Correction notes missing G A R member at memorial service

A correction states J. H. Roberts attended the Christian church memorial services and G A R gathering, noting an omission in last week’s report as the group grows smaller and they aim to include all members.

J. H. Roberts

New Myrtle Point Play House Plans Under Way

The New Theatre de Dodge plans inspection trips to Willamette Valley towns this week to review show houses and audience comforts. Upon return, architect plans will be drawn for the Myrtle Point play house.

de Dodge Plume Willamette Valley Myrtle Point

Bakers Grow Space With Rear Work Room Addition

A local baker expands his shop by adding a large rear work room to ease cramped quarters. The change supports a growing business and improved efficiency for daily production.

Wee

Celebration at Gravel Ford Fourth Rally Near Northwest Grove

Gravel Ford plans a big Fourth of July celebration with outdoor sports races and a ball game. A barbecue dinner and coffee will be served at J De Bennetts grove, described as the finest maple-pig grove in the northwest, with preparations underway for a memorable community event.

J.de Bennett

New Camp Opening Near Rock Creek Bridge

Sullivan completes arrangements for the opening of a camp on the Wm. Coney holdings of Rock Creek near Bridge. He is also closing his logging operation near Broadbent.

Sullivan Wm. Coney Holdings Rock Creek Bridge Broadbent

Memorial Day Observance at Myrtle Point

Memorial Day observance at Myrtle Point included a quiet ceremony with veterans placing mementos at the cemetery. J. M. Bledsoe L. H. Martin both Spanish War veterans and Del M. King a World War veteran gave remarks before all graves of soldiers from any war were decorated.

Myrtle Point G. A. RB J. M. Bledsoe L. H. Martin del M. King

Myrtle Inn Building Nearing Completion

The Myrtle Inn Building by proprietor J Miehaala nears completion with three large ground floor store rooms including Bon Ton Cafe, a planned heating and plumbing shop, and another potential tenant. The second floor offers three apartments on one side and single rooms on the other, totaling 26 rooms plus four toilets two baths and one shower all arranged for simultaneous sunlight.

Myrtle Inn RE. J. Miehaala Bon Ton Cafe

Republicans Elect County Central Committee Members

The republican county central committee met at Coquille and elected H. A. Young chairman Roy Mercer secretary J. N. Gearhart treasurer and Steve Dalien state committeeman.

Republican County Central Committee Coquille H. A. Young Roy Mercer J. N. Gearhart Steve Dalien

Birth announced for Gilbert Warren Swinson

Mr and Mrs G R Swinson welcome an 80 pound baby boy named Gilbert Warren born Friday May 30 1924 in a family notice from the local newspaper.

G. R. Swinson Gilbert Warren

Marshfield seniors host annual senior breakfast at Coquille hotel

Coquille's Marshfield seniors held their annual senior breakfast at the Coquille hotel last Thursday morning with a delightful repast and a well received program. Mina Erma Pierce left Thursday for Portland to start the weekend. Howard Getz and John Lenove have been certified by the Civil Serv Commission for postmaster here with Congressman Hawley to pick the appointment. Emma Brice returned Tuesday after a Portland visit. she works in Barton's Abstract office. John Ansen came back Tuesday from a Portland trip. W C Chase and wife visited North Bend to meet Genevieve returning from Eugene with Alpha Delta Pi events. Mr and Mrs J Bullock were in North Bend yesterday.

Marshfield Coquille Mina Erma Pierce Portland H. L. Widdifield Civil Serv Commission John Lenove Howard Getz Hawley Emma Brice Barton John Ansen W. C. Chase Bay Cities Genevieve Eugene Alpha Delta Pi J. Bullock North Bend

Forest Fire Outbreaks Sweep Oregon Coast Ranges

Dry weather fuels one of the most serious timber fires in state history. Fires flare in Tillamook Scappoose Helens and nearby districts with a single blaze near Tillamook at Knight covering acres. Losses exceed 2 000 000 with 109 additional men needed as crews work to halt spread. some areas show minimal damage and containment.

Cascades Tillamook Hammond Lamber Co Wheeler Lember Co Nehalem Timber & Logging Company Helens Clark-Wilson Lumber Company Milton Creek Logging Company Knight Enright-Cochran Cops & Carry Bere

Local Gossip and Illnesses Report From Myrtle Point Area

Waware Jentina and relatives visit. Laney Parrish buys a new car. Dallas Mullen and Lawrence Mullen visit Bandon. B L Tracey and Bartha Cotton ill in Myrtle Point. Several cases of meneses in the area. Alva Huntley ill after appendicitis. Gladys and Lester Huntley visit relatives. Eaith Lusk visits Robert Parrish home. John Lusk from Myrtle Point calls. Gardens and grain fields show need for rain.

Waware Jentina Twits Tifth Glendale Laney Parrish Dallas Lawrence Mullen Bandon B. L. Tracey Everett Parrish Shiller Phillips Rock Creek Folka Bartha Cotton Clarke Hospital Myrtle Point Alva Huntley Gladys Lester Huntley Eaith Lusk Robert Parrish Lester Parry John Lusk

Powers RG. Summers returns from Portland trip

Rev. RG Summersin returned home last week from a trip to Portland. Visitors in Maralefeld late last week included Peter McKeon L M Wat timer A Dougherty Mike Sommers and F Perkins. Mrs Arthur Gant entered Smedburg sanitarium for treatment.

RG. Summertin Portland Maralefeld Peter McKeon L. M. Wattimer A. Dougherty Mike Sommers F. Perkins Arthur Gant Smedburg Sanitarium Fred Bynon Jorge Bynon North Bend M. Crisley Mercy Hospital J. H. Powell Charleston West Virginia Alberta Canada Fred Bunn Marshfield Miller

Hamberg Buys 10 Acre Middle Fork Property for Summer Home

O J Hamberg purchased a 10 acre tract on the Middle Fork from Mr Von Needa this week. The property is described as an ideal site for a summer home.

O. J. Hamberg Middle Fork von Needa

Myrtle Point Voters Endorse $12,000 City Hall

Eugene builders Masons start $16,000 check house project at the university while Myrtle Point residents vote for a $12,000 city hall.

Myrtle Point Eugene—Masons U. of 0

Oakland Plans Two Day Celebration

Oakland announces a two day celebration in July with ball games and a special event. Plans are progressing smoothly.

Oakland

Logging Begins on New Rail Line Haul Route

The C. C. Carter Logging Company started hauling logs today on the new railway. A train of 10 cars was delivered to the main line and logs will be shipped daily to the Bay mills.

C. C. Carter Logging Company Railhread Bay Mills

Ben Tea Cafe Opens in Michaels Building

The Ben Tea cafe opens in the new Michaels building under manager Mr. Morrow. The staff serves an increasing patronage in a safe, well decorated space designed to attract customers and provide a pleasant place to meet.

Michaels Morrow

Driver Kills Cow on Highway Near Norway

J A Cromwell of Prosper Washington struck and killed a cow owned by Mose Gametti near Norway on Friday. The animal was mangled and euthanized. The report cites reckless driving and calls for stronger highway safety measures.

J. A. Cromwell Prosper Washington Norway Remiste

Notes from a long Eastbound train trip to Hershey for church meetings

A traveler logs a May trip from Myrtle Point to Hershey Pennsylvania, via Portland Spokane St Paul Chicago ending June 4 to 14 for a Church of the Brethren conference. She notes ticket costs, stops, scenery, a brief wreck delay, and travel impressions across Oregon Washington Montana and Illinois.

Polata Myrtle Point East Portand Spokane St Paul Chicago Harrisberg Hershey Pennsylvania Church of the Brethren Vane Montana Butte O' Sock Tresk Florence Neideigh Anderson Tillamooa Portland Spokame Columbia River Highway Multnomah Falls

Coos County Eyes Bond Election to Fund Road Repairs

Coos County seeks 280000 to match state and federal funds for finishing primary roads. Judge R H Mast and colleagues plan petitions for a special bond election while the Good Roads association circulates petitions. Projects include Coquille to Douglas line 4000, Coquille to Curry line 123000, Glasgow to Douglas line 8300.

Coos County Portland R. H. Mast J. E. Norton W. E. Chandler C. W. Parker Mast Highway Commission Coquille Myrtle Point Bridge Douglas County Bandon Curry County Glasgow Hauser Lakeside Federal Bureau of Public Roads Reed Nerth Coos Bay Bureau of Public Roads Glasgo Roeeburg Public Service Commission S. P. Railroad Southern Pacific Railway

Marriage of Luch and Widby in Corvallis Oregon

Miss Luch and Arthur Widby wed at the home of Mr and Mrs Ben H Nichols in Corvallis with Rev Clarence W Reynolds officiating. The bride is a Vancouver Washington native and O A C graduate. The groom, a Coos County dairy man and Eugene butter maker, is an O A C graduate and Alpha Pi Delta member. They plan to reside in Eugene as newlyweds.

Ben H. Nichols Corvallis Oregon Luch Arthur Widby Clarence W Reynolds The Christian Church Anna Luch Henry Loch Vancouver Washington W. H. Widby Myrtle Point O A. C Coos County Farmers Creamery Eugene Alpha Pi Delta Fraternity

Myrtle Point Wood Company to Start Deliveries by June

The Myrtle Point Wood Company announces a new business venture in the city. The yard will be ready to deliver around the 15th of June with dry wood in all lengths. The motto is full measure. For orders, call 917.

Myrtle Point Wood Company

Also Mentioned on This Page

Circuit Court J. P Byers Myrtle Byers Marie McArthur C. W. McArthur Will House Ways and Means Committee Senate Finance Committee Board of Tax Appeals W. A. Lett Ortin Sitkum Elmer Wilson Irene Hatfield Pemberton Hospital Tuenday Charles L. Thornton Lindsay California Hooton K. A. Leep Weshkey Hospital Bridge Church J. S. Johnson Keith Lou Orville Johnson Reedsport Hooton's Grove Archie Jim Culver Lila Halloway Mrs. Halloway the New Theatre Gravel Ford Myrtle Inn Building Republicans Oregon Weekly Industrial Review REA
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