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Southern Coos County American

Location

Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Mar 26, 1925

Page

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Real Estate Transfers For The Week

A weekly list shows numerous transfers including Lewis Aasen and Chas Schroeder buying timber in section 28 with $10 payments, North Bend and Marshfield parcels exchanged for $10, and large Bank addition deeds. Notable: Margaret Davidson gains lots 29–32 in North Bend with $1,000, and Gesine Bickworth sells South Marshfield lot 4 for $4,000. Also marriages and divorces noted with several name pairings and custody requests.

Chas. E. Schroeder J. L. Aasen W. J. Conrad John D. Goes A. Migge Bunker Hill Marshfield J. M. Wright Jessie Hammond Jeffrey Railroad Louis H. Hall Margaret Davidson Bank Addition North Bend D. L. Golder Jack Davidson W. S. Chandler Chas. Schroeder Timber Onne& Snk Township South Range Coos Bay Iron Works and Bennett Trust Company Frank Lowe North Marshfield Bennett Trust Company Ethel Kranick E. S. Cousens Bangor Kis Wyland State of Oregon Leatherwood Morris Powers Border Bender Myrtle Polet Preston P. Johnson J. W. Vail Edmonton Christina Paulson Et Vir Geo. A. Loud Alice Tickell Lillace Huling Lena J. Mackay Andrew Olsen Emily A. Judson Agnes R. Sengstacken Theron M. Russell Coos Bay Gesine Bickworth Walter A. Hill South Marshfield W. S. Angus J. A. Whiteacre Ann L. Whiteacre A. L. Rice Lloyd Wise Ne& Nw Range William Hillman Patrick N. Sundquist Bangor Plat Huld J. Getty Sarah K. Vandecar Dement’s Myrtle Point

Credit Association Takes Over Portland Bargains Stock

The Credit Association of Portland has taken over the stock of the House of a Thousand Bargains after Mr Hart's assignment. Once invoiced the stock will be offered for sale as a whole, with several bids already received.

Credit Association of Portland Hart

Income Tax Returns Near Forecasts for 1924

Data shows 1924 individual income tax returns totaling about 30,100 with expected collections near 1.386 million dollars, closely matching 1923 figures of 26,750 returns and 1.502 million. Despite rate cuts, the revised estimates align with actual receipts, supporting the policy.

Washington

Untaxed property and securities loom in tax burden debate

The United States holds an estimated wealth of 320 billion dollars with untaxed public and semi public property exceeding 20 billion and untaxed securities around 30 billion. Experts note tax exemptions dilute the tax base and predict Congress may soon face repeal of special privilege laws to equalize the national burden.

United States Congress

Hiland Theatre Week: De Mille Plays and Local Shows

At the Hiland Theatre from Sunday March 29 to Saturday April 4 the program features Cecil B. De Mille’s The Golden Bed and International News. The lineup includes Galloping Fish Idaho Ole Olson Out West Too Many Wives The Arrival of Kitty The Bandolero and Her Daily Dozen with music between acts.

Cecil B. de Mille Golden Bed Idaho Frank & King Ole Olson West Kitty Century Comedy

Lorn O Young Dies After Saw Injury in Oregon

Lorn O Young 86 brother of Mrs L Martin of Myrtle Point died from infection twelve hours after a saw tooth cut. Born in Arkansas he moved to Coquille in 1912, later ranched in Norway as part owner of Pinkston and Young. Funeral Tuesday at Ellingsen chapel Coquille with burial in Masonic cemetery officiated by Rev Milton Hill and Rev E B Finley.

Lorn O. Young L. Martin Myrtle Point Arkansas Coquille Norway Pinkston & Young Place Ellingsen Chapel Masonic Milton Hill E. B. Finley Marshfield

Fine Cabin By Dave Von Needa On Display At Hammy Cafe

Dave Von Needa of the North Fork showcases a miniature log cabin at the Hammy cafe illustrating log construction. He previously built a small log house in Middle Fork admired by tourists, suggesting real estate dealers might use the display for advertising value.

Dave von Needa North Fork Hammy von Needa Middle Fork

West Coast Unemployment Drops as Lumber Industry Cuts Absent

Portland reports show fewer unemployed men on the west coast centers than since Christmas. Spring demand for farm help and active building boost labor, with many mills operating two shifts and several camps hiring. Shipping resumed equipment, and overall conditions improved across Oregon Washington and British Columbia.

Portland West Coast Pine Mills Cascades Marshfield Coos Bay Eugene Ore Natron Raymond Willapa Harbor Aberdeen Grays Harbor Wilson Bros Tacoma Seattle Bellingham Blochel Donovan E. K. Wood Vancouver B. C British Columbia Bend Baker Spokane Inland Empire

What is a disease carrier explained by Dr Strickler

Dr Frederick D Strickler explains that a person can carry disease germs after recovering from illness such as diphtheria typhoid fever or smallpox and still infect others. Carriers may persist for years or life and need strict hygiene and vaccination to guard against spread.

Oregon State Board of Health Frederick D. Strickler, M

Air Ship sighted near Coquille amid widespread speculation

Last week many heard a strange noise and saw an airship moving northward about noon. On Sunday people traveling through Coquille viewed the craft closely at the Rod and Gun Club grounds as it ran, lifted, and landed after a short air cruise.

Coquille Coquille Rod and Gun Club

Carter Logging Co. worker breaks leg in camp accident

Ed Paulson of Carter Logging Co. in the camp east of town suffered a two bone break in his right leg above the foot yesterday. He was transported to Mast Hospital for treatment.

Ed Paulson Carter Logging Co Mast Hospital

Woman's Club Meets for March Meeting Notes

The Woman's Club gathering on March 4 featured talks by Mrs. Keeley on Oregon literature and Miss Eiseman on health principles. Attendance was low due to illness, a plan to address health drives was discussed, and the next meeting is April 1 at City Hall. The group also planned for a June state convention in the county.

Woman’s Club Whitner Chamber of Commerce Paulson Tucker

States Fight for Their Rights in Tax Battles

The piece argues that states oppose federal taxes on estates and capital, seeking to curb federal power and protect state revenue. It frames resistance as a defense of state sovereignty, warning that unchecked federal taxation could erode state political autonomy and diminish their administrative importance.

Congress

Farm Reminders for Crop, Poultry and Orchard Practices

Practical notes from Oregon Agricultural College Experiment Station covering seed cleaning to remove weeds, poultry flock ratios, gooseberry borers risks, early potato planting with whole seed, trellising timing, sweet corn varieties for staggered harvest, and advice on maximizing yields. Contains a concluding quote by Stelze on living in the present.

Oregon Portland Oregon Agricultural College Experiment Station

Landy Repeats Big Salmon Catch Earns County Title

William Landy again fished the Middle Fork last Sunday and caught a 31 1 2 inch steelhead salmon weighing nine pounds five ounces. The feat likely secures him the county salmon fishing championship for spring.

William Landy Landy

Second-PTA Entertainment Friday at the Oakes

The Grammar School Fund benefit by the Parent Teachers Association presents two short plays at the Oakes Friday night. Teachers and parents perform each piece with interludes in dancing and music between acts. A money-back guarantee ensures laughter.

Grammar School Fund Oakes Goslings Madame G. Whilikens

Pythians Meet Knights Rally At Myrtle Point

Knights of Pythias from five county lodges gathered at Myrtle Point last Thursday night with visitors over 75 including Marshfield North Bend Bandon and Coquille. The event featured about 12 Marshfield lodge members and enjoyable group work. Next meeting scheduled with Marshfield lodge on Monday April 20.

Knights of Pythias Myrtle Point Marshfield North Bend Bandon Coquille Knights Aenae Tenent Pythian Marshfield Lodge

Social dancing party at Woodman Hall hosts list

One of Myrtle Point's social events this winter was a dancing party in Woodman Hall last Tuesday evening. Hosts included Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Lundy, Mr. and Mrs. H. G. Dement, Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Dement, and Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Harlocker. The Butterfly Garden Orchestra from Marshfield provided music. About 100 invitations were issued, and the hall was adorned with greens as guests wore handsome dresses.

Myrtle Point Woodman Hall W. E. Lundy H. G. Dement R. B. Dement Chas. Harlocker Butterfly Garden Orchestra Marshfield

Special Lecture by Dr Olson On Oregon Oil Field

Dr David Eugene Olson of Eugene will speak Friday at Woodman hall Myrtle Point on proving a great oil field in Oregon. He leads Guarantee Oil Co and heads the Christian Americanization movement headquartered in Minneapolis. He claims vast untapped wealth lies beneath Oregon and urges citizens to attend.

David Eugene Olson Eugene Woodman Hall Myrtle Point Oregon Olson Guaranty Oil Co Minneapolis

New Camps Cut Logs for Cedar Co Will Employ 100 Men

Three new camps on the Coquille river cut logs for Western White Cedar Co. Employing about 100 men, operators are Carl Richert, Smith and Doyle, and Russell Jennings. A fourth camp run by Frank La Branch started recently. output expected at headquarters soon.

Coquille River Western White Cedar Co Carl Richert Smith & Doyle Russell Jennings Frank la Branch

Students Here Return Home for Spring Vacation

The piece notes students from several colleges are home for break. Names include Itha Clinton and Kenneth Peele from O C, and Fairy Davis Audrey Lundy Elton Schroeder Bud Haggerty Ellis Shull Rolly Green Nick Carter from the University of Oregon.

Itha Clinton Kenneth Peele U. of O Fairy Davis Audrey Lundy Elton Schroeder Bud Haggerty Ellis Shull Rolly Green Nick Carter

Tornado Ravages Central Towns, Killings and Wreckage Reported

A March twister ripped through central west towns, killing 500 to 1,000, injuring 2,500 to 3,000, and leaving 8,000 to 10,000 homeless. Fire followed destruction, with millions in losses. Federal and state relief offers poured in as towns plan rebuilding and burials proceed. J S Whitaker tracked the disaster near Rockport Illinois Indiana as it crossed within 50 miles of his hometown.

Central West Oothig Frankfort J. S. Whitaker Ilinois Indiana Rockport

Mother Dies in Bruce County Ontario at 81

Mrs Miary Campbell learns of her mother’s death in Bruce county Ontario Canada on March 22 1925 aged 81. She had returned home last summer from August to October and spent happy days with relatives. Many friends here extend sympathy.

Miary Campbell Bruce County Ontario Canada

Revival Meeting at M. E. Church

Revival meetings run from April 15 to May 3 at the M. E. Church with Rev. W. E. Cox as evangelist Mrs. W. E. Cox as song leader and Miss Edith Watts as soloist Attendees are urged to attend and pray and perform their duties at each service.

M. E. Church W. E. Cox Edith Watts

Miss Clara McCloskey Dies in Portland After Illness

Miss Clara McCloskey died in Portland on March 1 1925 after prolonged illness and an operation. Born January 15 1869 in Rochester Minnesota she was 56 years 2 months 3 days old. Survived by four sisters and one brother Agnes Smith L A Morgan P W Laird J L Lester and J H McCloskey. Funeral held at 10 00 a m in Coquille Catholic Church with burial in Norway cemetery.

Clara McCloskey Portland Miss McCloskey Rochester Minnesota Plains Gravel Ford Norway Agnes Smith L. A. Morgan Bandon P. W. Laird Myrtle Point J. L. Lester Corcoran California J. H. McCloskey Coquille

Also Mentioned on This Page

Court News Eugene & Coos Bay Land Company Hjalmar Hultula Nasburg’s First National Bank of Nasburg Charles Sharon Margaret Pearl Rankin F. A. Winchester Munindies Inex Elliott Ralph Milky Edna Baxter Will Q.brown Sarah T. Durbin Gardiner Mary E. Young Byron J. Young George B. Lee Florence E. Lee Harry Ix. Mead Marie -Mead William Marx Georgina Marx Harrison Hartley Broadbent R.C. Dunham Betty Stephens Arline Jane Dunham Betty Dunhams Hiland Theatre Lorn Young Makrge The Southwestern Oregon Daily News Woman's Club Stelze P.T. A. Entertainment Pythians
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