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Southern Coos County American

Location

Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Jun 26, 1924

Page

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Real Estate Transfers For The Week In Coos County

Real estate transfers list numerous parcels in Marshfield North Bend Coos Bay and Bandon with buyers sellers and prices. Transactions include ships like Bennett’s Bandon Beach and Nasburg additions plus W. Gash and others. Also includes marriages in Bandon Coquille Marshfield Astoria Vancouver and North Bend and a divorce filing and a farm suit. Public notices include Mountain States Power right of way and Oregon Coast Co. dissolution.

P. Ellingsen Coos County Rofstad Eddithom North Bend KE. P. Ellingsen F.young Coos Phillip Meagher North Ferndale R. Moffitt KB. P. Ellingsen Coos' County FE. M. Shriver Glasgow Florence Hendryx Gens Regetad Wack Eric Pate Schaeffer Central Place Beck Ocean View E. P. Ellingsen Weyhauser Timber Company C. A. Gage Nasburg’s Marshfield Bennett's H. EB. Bedford Coos Bay Plate John H. Greves Central Addition A. R. Mercer City of Coos Bay T. G. Calvin Highland Park Addition Bandon H. V. Schnur Bennett’s Bandon Beach Preston Wesley McPherson Mary F. Stinnett Bandon Clare Mintonye Coquille Eden Alley George Melville Astoria Gladys Bell M. T. Wise M. KE Robert L. Davis la Center Washington Lillie E. Kinnunen Vancouver Chester Alfred Coltver Myrtice A. Cawley Marsh L. B. Jodson Norman V. Borgard Clarence E. ‘Bokgard Herbert Meadows Firet National Bank of Coos Bay Madison Scott F. R Ellis Mountain States Power Co Farr & Ellwood, Inc Salem Chester Farr Ida D. Farr Cecil J. Elwood Motice Oregon Coast Co

Donating efforts repair Lempa eresch Mountain road

Citizens from both sides of the Lempa eresch mountain worked with teams and tractors to restore the mountain road for Fourth of July travel. Businesses supplied feed and labor, naming many volunteers from Banden end and Myrtle Point side, noting the road becomes a boulevard and will shorten travel time to the beach.

Sdes Lempa Eresch Banden Sam Javits George Mancict Bill Deaner John Dickey Henk Charles Page McNair Hardware Merkey C. A. Glen Mr. Mabin E. Leobeagh Denham’s Grocery Fred Mehl Bill Mast Conrad Bergoed Jena D. IL Thode Myrtle Point

Anniversary notices for Roberts and Dunham families in Myrtle Point

Mr and Mrs J H Roberts celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary with children traveling from afar and many kin present. He born 1840 in Ohio she 1846 in Missouri eldest of 16 and still active in town. Hark W Dunham and wife marked their 50th anniversary with family dinner and visits from county pioneers.

J. H. Roberts Myrtle Point Roberts Ohio Missouri Hark W. Dunham

Pythians Picnic Fosters County Wide Club Effort

About 150 people gathered at Norway grove last Sunday for the DOKK annual picnic. A bounteous lunch followed a Barnyard Golf course and after talks aimed to form a county wide Pythian club uniting existing Magi of Marshfield. Contests and river swimming capped a delightful day.

Norway Grove DOKK Magi Club Marshfield

Miss Alice Dement Returns from USC Music College

Miss Alice Dement returned this week from her studies in the Department of Music at the College of Southern California in Los Angeles. Her mother Mrs. Taylor Dement also came back from California at the same time.

Alice Dement College of Southern California Los Angeles Taylor Dement California

Conti Continents in a Day Flight by Lt Maughan

Lieutenant Russell L. Maughan, army flier, completed a daylight long distance flight from New York to San Francisco covering 2,850 miles in 21 hours 47 minutes 45 seconds. He stopped for five fuelings, departed around 3 AM standard time, and landed at Crissey Field in San Francisco at 9:47 PM after crossing the Alleghenies under a half moon.

Russell L. Maughan Army Flier New York San Francisco Alleghenies Crissey Field

Bridge Defeats Myrtle Point 12 to 4 in Sunday Game

Bridge beat Myrtle Point on Sunday with a 12 to 4 score. A return match is set for this coming Sunday at the Fair Grounds in Myrtle Point at 2:00 p m. About 200 cars attended the last game, and Myrtle Point plans to regroup and redeem itself.

Myrtle Peint Bride Myrtle Myrtle Point Fair Grounds Pee Im Bridge

Elects Delegate for Myrtle Teint Chautauqua

The guarantors of the Myrtle Teint Chautauqua met at City Hall and elected Mrs Meal Annimna delegate to a meet mecca event. They plan further meetings at City Hall and set Chautauqua for July 12 to 17 with tickets on sale.

Meal Annim Weston

Camping Trip With Families Leaves for Brewster Valley

Mr and Mrs R C Bowers with children Mr and Mrs Walter Sykes and children E E Bushnell and family and Mrs R W Catton left Monday for a week long camping trip in Brewster valley.

R. C. Bowers Walter Sykes E. E. Bushnell R. W. Catton Brewster Valley

Convention Bulletins from New York Telegrams News

Tele grams from the Convention in New York report June 24 with Oregon and eastern delegation actions plus named officials and speeches. June 25 notes permanent organization, nomination speeches for Underwood Robinson and McAdoo, Colorado Klan issue, police interference, possible split and further bulletins to follow.

New York Thompson Oregon Goss Bledsoe McLean Jules Harrison Underwood Robinson McAdoo Colorado

Mast Brothers Challenge Bonds for New Union High School

Last week the Mast Brothers complained to restrain bond issuance for the new Union High School. A circuit court motion seeks precise charges and the district where the required number of legal voters was not obtained.

Mast Brothers Union Z High School Circuit Harvey

Cannery treble aim with Logan berries praised

The cannery now processes 1 600 gallons of Logan berries daily and plans to triple output next week. Robert N Stevens of Corvallis is employed for the season at the cannery and intends to stay. his parents plan to follow. The berries are reported to be of exceptionally good quality despite the dry weather.

Chase Logan Robert N. Stevens Corvallis

Porterville Farmer Recalls Harsh Conditions Amid Severe Drought

The note from Porterville California describes farmers facing very bad conditions due to a persistent drought wind that is the worst remembered in that region. It highlights farming hardships and the impact on crops and livelihoods.

Porterville California

Nelson family returns from Rocky Point camping trip

Jacob Nelson and family came home Sunday after a week at Rocky Point below Empire. They harvested many clams and crabs but reports say the fishing was poor. The family also sighted whales during the trip.

Jacob Nelson Rocky Point Empire Mr. Nelson

Loosters to Be Known as Bandon Beachmen

The group formerly named Sons of Bandon Beaches adopts the name Bandon Beachmen. The bathing costume remains humorous and the narrator hopes they avoid parading in cold climates.

Sons of Bandon Beaches Bandon Beachmen

Dement Family Camp Trip Ends In Illahe

Mr and Mrs Max Dement with daughters Theresa Lila and Frances and Ellis Warner traveled by Powers to Illahe for a camping trip last week. Max, despite being best at home, rode into camp at dusk and stayed for the stay. Mrs Dement boasts of flipping flap cakes now.

Max Dement Daugters Theresa Lila Frances Ellis Warner Illahe Powers Max

Carter Logging Camp Plans to Stay Open Despite Closures

The Carter Logging camp will continue to operate, says Mr. Carter, even as many county camps close over the Fourth. The camp currently employs about 35 men.

Carter

Building Home in Dement Addition by Clark Fensler

Clark Fensler is constructing a modern one story bungalow in the Dement addition. He explains the aim is to keep the rain out and the kiddies warm. He has sold his old home to Claude Rancieman and is living in the Henry Burr house until completion.

Clark Fensler Dement Clark Claude Rancieman Henry Burr

Farmer Labor party names candidates and platform

The Farmer Labor party selects Duncan McDonald of Illinois for President and William Bouch of Washington for Vice President at St Paul. McDonald’s candidacy depends on LaFollette not accepting committee endorsement. platform supports Soviet Russia, nationalization of major industries, worker participation, public ownership of banks railroads and marketing, unemployment compensation and public works jobs, and a federal minimum wage.

Farmer Labor Party St. Paul Minnesota Duncan McDonald Illinois William Bouch Washington McDonald LaFollette Soviet Russia

Gooding College to Award $50 Scholarship for Myrtle Point Honor Grad

At President Charles Wesley Tenney's request the editor announces that Gooding College trustees will grant a $50 scholarship to the Myrtle Point high school honor graduate for the fall term beginning September 9. If the valedictorian declines, the award goes to another graduate with strong high school records and recommendations from the local principal and pastor.

Charles Wesley Tenney The Gooding College Myrtle Point High School

Slight Fire Halts at Leslie Martin Home

A minor house fire in the dining room of the Leslie Martin residence started from a heating stove. Mrs. Martin saw flames in the stairway, alarm was raised, and Mr. Martin and Clinton used a garden hose. Firefighters arrived quickly and saved the home with only water damage.

Leslie Martin Mr. Martin Mrs. Martin

Ghosts on Air at Eatery-Nosler Three Act Play

A radio event at Eatery-Nosler service station invites the public to a three act play A Real Ghost Flay with Three Live Ghosts and ghost music next Thursday night Bud plans to broadcast the show so it can be heard on the street in the vicinity A novelty project from an area station promises a unique listening experience.

Bud

Fire Devastates Empire Town Block Killing Many Buildings

Early Sunday a fire tore through Empire starting from a gasoline lamp explosion. It damaged the central block, destroying a hotel, saloon, livery, stores, and residences. The Southern Oregon Company, Tom Wasson, and camp stores suffered insured losses totaling about $7,400 with receipts of roughly $2,000. North Bend and Marshfield crews aided, guarding nearby oil tanks.

Empire Marshfield North Bend Gus Pederson Thomas Wasson Enmpire Pioneer Lockhart

Reunion welcome for Louis Roberts family in Ashland

Louis Roberts his wife and daughter visiting Ashland with relatives and friends. He is son of J H Roberts formerly active in Myrtle Point politics, serving as City Recorder several times and one term as Mayor. They were warmly greeted by many old friends.

Louis Roberts Ashland Oregon Mr. Roberts J H. Roberts Myrtle Point

Myrtle Point Troop 1 Boy Scouts to Attend Coos Head Camp

Five boys Bryce Nosler Shirley Carter Golan Dietz Mitchell Myers and Clifton Knight from Myrtle Point Troop 1 travel to Coos Head for a 14 day scout camp. County Scout Executive Harris Reckensecker leads with Dr Hayden and others guiding outdoor school of practical value and activities including hikes fishing swimming and first aid instruction.

Myrtle Point Coos Head Bryce Nosler Shirley Carter Golan Dietz Mitchell Myers Clifton Knight Harris Reckensecker Hayden Reckensecker

Tarantula Captured at Farmers Store Exhibition

A young tarantula was found on bananas at the Farmers store on Tuesday. Employee Gus Dietz captured the spider and placed it in a glass jar. The tarantula is now on exhibition at the Farmers Store.

Gus Dietz

Longest Day Reflections On Day Length And Change

Last Saturday marked the longest day of the year and reflections on how days lengthen then begin to shorten. The writer notes a sense of time stretching before the inevitable turn toward shorter daylight.

New Muscovite Club Formed in Coos County

A new Muscovite club was formed among the I. C. O. F. in Coos county with George Hughes elected as Chronicler. The group plans to participate in future demonstrations.

Coos County George Hughes

Editors Trip Reflections From National Convention Journey

A traveler diary chronicles June visits from Baker Oregon to Chicago, detailing heat in Oregon, alfalfa crops in Minturn Colorado, scenery along the Colorado River, mountain passes, and a Kansas Royal Gorge stop. Highlights include Denver visits, a baseball game, and Chicago sightseeing with delegates and locals.

Baker Oregon Minturn Colorado Huntington Mountain Home Ogden Io Salt Lake Salt Lake Tabernacle Colorado River Idaho Thunder Mountain Monumental Creek Tennessee Pass Fort Riley Kansas Royal Gorge Denver Chriesholm Helena Mentane Sr Capital U. S. Mint Bill’s Burns Omaha Republican Kansas City Seattle Kiwanis New, Mexico

Dorothy Ellen Riddle Dies in Pediatric Pneumonia

Dorothy Ellen Riddle, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roscoe A. Riddle, born April 7 1924 and died June 26 1924 at Davis hospital after a pneumonia illness. Survived by parents two sisters and one brother. Funeral in the Methodist Church Friday June 27 1924 at 2 00 p m with Rev Idea officiating. Interment at Norway cemetery.

Dorothy Ellen Riddle Roscoe A. Riddle Davis Hospital Methodist Church Idea Norway Cemetery

Oregon Delegation Battles for McAdoo at Democratic Convention

Oregon’s ten delegates clash over seating and factional power as they move to unity under McAdoo. G. A. Marshal chairs after political shifts. John M. Stevenson becomes vice chair with Thomas Burke as secretary. Miss Clare Pierce remains an alternate.

New York Oregon C. Carter James C. Stuart G. A. Marshall Alexander Thompson John H. Stevenson Clare Pierce John D. Goss R. W. Hagood Hugh McLain J. M. Bledsoe C. F. Carter McAdoo Miss Pierce Burke Oregonian G. A. Marshal John M. Stevenson Thomas Burke Goss McLain Bledsoe

Children’s Day Observed at Presbyterian Church

The church held its annual Children’s Day with a morning program by the Sunday school. The event featured hymns, recitations by Alton Barklow Jean Guerin Alma Russell and Melvin Barklow, exercises on rain and nature, a collection for the church, and a choir of 120 girls singing the Children’s Hosannas.

Presbyterian Church Jimmie McInniss Miss V Laird Alton Barklow Jean Guerin Jesus Alma Russel North Bend Melvin Barklow

Flower's fragrance and fate of influence quote

An attributed reflection by Beccher on how a flower's scent and a man's example fade beyond prediction, underscoring the uncertainty of influence and outcomes.

Beccher

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Court News Merchant Land Company Emmetts A. Terman Anton Knutson C. R. Johnadm Flagstaff Bennett Trust Company Gash Bennett Bandon Beach George Witte Francis Mr. Tarmian Ot Wa Pythians NEW High School Cannery Rial Pire Eere Reunion BOY Scouts Tarantula Chicago Swift Mr Todd Tennessee Montana Financial Street Negro Quarter Millionaires Row Michigan Boulevard Lake Front Canal Street Dorothy Riddle Myers
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