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Southern Coos County American

Location

Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Sep 06, 1923

Page

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Real Estate Transfers For Week

Viola L Rosa Florence A Thrift and A G Thrift Lloyd L Rosa and Nora Rosa L Kate Rows and Archie H Rosa and Ester Rosa to W H McBride and Gertrude McBride lot 8 block 42 Woodland addition to Bandon 1 Ira Sturdivant and Doshia Sturdivant quit claim to city of Myrtle Point lots 7 and 8 block 28 Border and Bender s addition to Myrtle Point 10 C T Skeels and Birdie Skeets to Mary Lorenz lots 6 7 and 8 block 14 town of Bandon 10 S Mundy and Annie Mundy to 8 E Olds lots 10 11 12 18 14 and 15 Block 10 Woolen Mill addition to Bandon 386 Robert Banks and Margaret Banks to S Coverdale lot 15 block 38 Coos Bay plat B North Bend 75

Viola L. Rosa Florence A. Thrift A. G. Thrift Lloyd L. Rosa Nora Rosa L. Kate Rows Archie H. Rosa Ester Rosa W. H. McBride Gertrude McBride Woodland Bandon Ira Sturdivant Doshia Sturdivant Myrtle Point Border and Bender C. T. Skeels Birdie Skeets Mary Lorenz S. Mundy Annie Mundy E. Olds Robert Banks Margaret Banks S. Coverdale Coos Bay North Bend

Principles for reporters from a late president

Instructions to reporters from the Marion Star emphasize fairness accuracy and decency. He urges presenting both sides telling facts telling stories as they are treating politics and religion with respect avoiding sensationalism and keeping language clean to protect children's innocence.

Marion “Star

Grouse Season Timing Amid Deer Opening Debate

The article notes disagreement over grouse season start with claims it opens after deer season. Officials expect the season to open by next Monday, despite varied interpretations of the law. Both seasons end October 31, limiting further disputes.

MORE PEACHES

Aunt Annie Barklow sent in four peaches this week that are beautiful to look at and delicious in flavor. The county could rival any part of the state in fruit.

Annie Barklow

State fair kennel show by Willamette Valley Kennel Club

Dog fanciers organize at Salem for a high class kennel show at the State Fair September 27 28 29. Entries from Spokane Seattle Tacoma expected. Club plans to campaign against Oregon’s steel muzzle law hindering canine lovers.

Salem Spokane Seattle Tacoma Willamette Valley Oregon

Roseburg Chamber Approves Star Route to Myrtle Point

Roseburg Chamber of Commerce passes resolutions approving extension of the Roseburg Camas Valley star route to Myrtle Point and a new route to serve Myrtle Point and nearby areas. President Chase of the Myrtle Point Chamber and Postmaster E J Schneider attend and present route facts. The plan would cut mail travel from 36 miles via Eugene and Marshfield, with potential five to seven day improvements, as Southern Pacific withdraws a Coquille Powers train.

Roseburg Camas Valley Myrtle Point Myrtle Poin Coquille Powers Mads Eugene Marshfield Myrtle “Point Rosebarg

Violent quake devastates Tokyo Yokohama and coast

Reports via wireless describe a quake lasting nearly four hours that set Tokyo and Yokohama afire, triggered a tidal wave and widespread train disruptions within 100 miles. Fires spread, tens of thousands are said affected, and seismographs in the United States confirm the event with Japan as the time reference.

Tokio Yokohama Moon Onter Asakusa Park United States Georgetown University Chicago Berkeley Victoria Japan J. B. Macelwane California Shansi China

Bank of Myrtle Point names new Spokane cashier

Mr. Miller, longtime cashier at the Bank of Myrtle Point, will soon leave to take a position with a Spokane bank. G. E. Tabor becomes cashier and Ralph Kring is named assistant cashier after a brief orientation period.

Miller Bank of Myrtle Point Spokane G. E. Tabor Ralph Kring

Ed Morris Arrives On Time For Rod & Gun Club Shoot

Ed Morris of Western Cartridge Company arrived on schedule to oversee today and Fridays trap shoot. He traveled from Portland by air Tuesday night at 11 to connect with Roseburg and Marshfield stages and ensure smooth operations.

Ed Morris Western Cartridge Company Rod & Gun Club Roseburg Marshfield Portland

Small blaze at Volkmar Hardware stores roof

About noon yesterday a minor fire broke out in the rear roof area of Volkmar Hardware store. The blaze was quickly extinguished before hydrants were connected and little damage occurred.

Volkmar Hardware

Plum Picker Suffers Collar Bone Break in Fall

Ralph Hughes broke his collar bone while picking plums at Mr Lett’s near Norway on Monday evening. He fell from a tree and was brought to Pemberton hospital for medical aid. Initial reports suggested his condition was serious.

Coos and Curry County Fair Opens With Busy Week

The 12th annual Coos and Curry County Fair opened yesterday and runs through Saturday. Events include trotting and pacing races, farm exhibits, and daily band concerts with speakers such as Roseburg’s Attorney George Neumer and Governor Pierce. Activities are slated for Roseburg Marshfield and Coquille Valley Day with racing, boxing, dancing, and carnivals at the Oaks Pavilion.

Coos and Cory County Roseberg Myrtle Point Spruce Street George Neumer Roseburg Oaks Pavilion the Oaks Marshfield Myrtle Ne Ee Pierce Bpruce Pimbet Coquille Valley

Prize Essay Contest Offered by Oregon Society

The Oregon Society of the Sons of the American Revolution announces prizes totaling 50 dollars for high school pupils in Oregon for essays on The Causes Which Brought About American Revolution. Awards of 25, 15, and 10 dollars will be given for first to third place. Essays must be under 2500 words, one side of paper, include teacher statement, signed by writer, with full address. Submit to H L Bates, chairman, Forest Grove, Oregon, by February 1, 1924.

Oregon Society Sems Lgh Oregon H. L. Bates Forest Grove Easay Committee Wm. ‘Bittle Wells Geo W. Gearhart

Final analysis asks who brought home de Tesnemn 2

In a concluding debate the core question concerns which party or individual secured the victory or prize referenced as de Tesnemn 2. The phrasing implies a misread or garbled name but centers on identifying the winner or key contributor in a contested result.

Do creeds matter for being Christian or church members

The World Tomorrow weighs creeds versus living faith. Some church figures insist creeds are essential, others argue faith grows beyond rigid formulae. Dr. Fosdick asserts churches can affirm doctrine without forcing subscription, focusing on translating gospel truths for modern minds and applying them in life.

New York Mark Harry Emerson Fosdick Dr. Fosdick

New Barber Shop Fitted in Oregon City

George Schultz of Oregon City has leased the Wm. Lundy building next to City Market for three years. He will install two chairs and open a barber shop once a residence is secured for his family to move from Myrtle Point.

George Schultz Oregon City Wm. Lundy Thee City Market Myrtle Point

Gen Cafe Expands Quarters to Boost Trade

The Gen Cafe proprietor enlarges the cafe by adding an extra room to accommodate growing trade and secure fair trade better.

Presbyterian Sunday Services and Evening Message

The church announces Sunday schedule with Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. and morning service at 11:00 a.m. The topic is Lost Power and How to Regain It. Evening service at 8:00 p.m. with Invested Influence. Rev. James Meluale, pastor, invites all to attend.

Presbyterian Ami Jamea Meluale

Pirates Parade in Pendleton Promises New Costumes and Fairs

A local group called the Pirates parade through Marshfield to Grants Pass and Pendleton with 69 live geezers in new gumby costumes. Proceeds fund entertainment and a statewide fair circuit, aiming to spotlight Myrtle Pelatas wells and Pendleton Round-Up supporters. The event seeks to boost tourism and publicize the region’s climate and opportunities.

Coosa I Resberg Geenbe Bass Medford Adeenmpet Tina Caboose Publisieg

Repentance Not Measured by Passionate Weeping

A reflective note contrasts repentance with outward displays, stating true change comes from steady, bright acts rather than loud emotion or ostentation.

Fragmentary headline hints at political dispute

Unclear OCR text shows partial phrases likely about a political campaign or council dispute. Readable items suggest names and dates are missing, making precise details impossible. The fragment points to a local or regional issue without coherent facts or outcomes.

Robbery at Tin Emery & Nosler Service Ste

A window was pried open at Tin Emery and Nosler Service, with fingerprints found on the site. Officers expect more petty theft during fair week and hope the thieves are caught before leaving town.

Tin Emery & Nosler Ste Thom Petyts Ceartes Crumsey Sager Amimronn

Dinner Dance Brightens Woodmen Ball Saturday

A September 1 1923 dinner dance at the Woodmen hall fell grim yet was saved by the M. E. Church Ladies Aid. Hari Clinton led as toastmaster. Guests included Alta Goodman Emily Melced Audrey Landy Maexjee Stemmpler Dora Willeesl Ardpee Banden Isabel Bryant Ora Carter Timily Shree der Flossie Knight Helen Lee Mr. and Mrs W A Schroeder Mr. and Mrs C H Giles Dr and Mrs W B.

Woodmen M. E. Church Hari Clinton Toagtmaster Alta Goodman Hmily Melced Audrey Landy Maexjee Stemmpler

Red Cross Plans Large Relief Grant for Japan

The American Red Cross plans a substantial relief grant for Japan’s devastated area. U.S. ships are delivering supplies, and reports note a large naval unit sinking a vessel amid wartime operations. Potatoes were loaded aboard the Dicta sailing from Martha’s Vineyard to Japan to aid the effort.

American Red Cross Japan of Ochi Iim Group Cewan Cea ‘Bay

Opening of Myrtle Point Public Schools for New Year

On Monday September 10 the Myrtle Point public schools reopen with buildings prepared for the year. No new courses or new buildings will be used this first semester. List of teachers includes Mrs Nosler Grace Giles Belle Whittaker Edna Johnson Belle Blake Winnifred Ray Echo Walker Claud H Nosler principal High School G A Spie s Howard George Helen Whitaker Ethel Fresier Claudia Parker plus one more high school teacher. Beginners may enter first grade.

Myrtle Point C. Nosler Grace Giles Belle Whittaker Edna Johnson Belle Blake Winnifred Ray Echo -Walker Claud H. Nosler G. A. Spiess Howard George Helen Whitaker Ethel

Park Registrants Show Auto Perk Strong Demand Across States

The two weeks ending September 4 saw 50 cars register, totaling 386 persons aided by the auto perk. Registrants span Oregon to Texas, including G L Thompson and wife in Oregon, J E Morehead in California, O H McClelland in Colorado, and John Bush and wife in Texas, among many families and individuals.

C. F. Davis H. L. Clement Corvalito Jake Jopnaver Mart Goodman Eugene K. L. Blorm W. H. Matney Albany Edgar L. Furber F. L. Redmond Midland G. B. Bunyan Yoncalla C. B. Elliot F. A. Souterland Waterville J. E. Woodson R. E. Weeks Cottage Grove A. Largon T. T. Hill W H L. Philpon Bandon Wilmam Gillett North Bend C. C Fred Spangenberg Lake View Geo. Grizzle Klamath Falls California Melville C Levy San Francisco E. James Los Angeles S. H Lytel Arcata J. E. Morehead C. W. McLerman Chico Dan Moore Lancaster Spokane F. J. Benning Seattle Wyoming S. V Smith and

Proclamation Declares Half Holidays For Coos County Fair

Henry A Schroeder mayor of Myrtle Point proclaims Thursday to Saturday half holidays to allow citizens to attend the Coos and Curry County Fair. He requests all businesses close and support the fair, signaling local government cooperation.

Coos & Curry County Coos County Fair Board Henry Schroeder Myrtle Point Henry A Schroeder

Keep a Bottle Handy for Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy

Advertisement for Chamberlin's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy urges readers to keep a bottle ready for any journey. The notice highlights quick relief regardless of diet, water, or climate changes and emphasizes readiness day or night.

Chamberlin Chcrener

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Circuit Court iFujiyama Yokshemea Fee Pirates SMA SAB Willisha Phete Duasnel Ganimé Sdvestia Pendleton Fairst-Salem Natal Meréhfield Freen Opus Lodges Meen Masepic Temple Hamquet Robert ‘Morris Order of the Eastern Star Lodge Doric Mtella Kellogg Drake County Association Meise Rosslow H. L. Reaslew W. C. Cutler D. W. Giles Mrs. Nennie MH. Giles Grace B. Giles Lola T. Kring Beulah Schroeder Della Belloni Annie Deyoe Helen Deyoe Estelle M. Chase Nellie H. Milbury Marjory H. Hmery Sadie P. Harlecker Marie Stemsaber Lundy Mabel Lendy Fey N. Pemberton Belle B. Whitaker Helen FE Whitaker Coos Bay Times Opers Monay Sr City of
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