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for more news from Eagle Point, Oregon and the Upper Rogue River. Transcribed by Dale Greenley.
EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, Jan. 2.--(Spl.)--The Eagle Point extension unit will hold
the meeting on "Buymanship" Friday in the high school sewing room. The
buymanship subject will be shoes, and Mrs. Mabel Mack, county
demonstrator, will be in charge. This will be an interesting subject,
and it is hoped there will be a large attendance. The members with
small children may feel at ease about attending, as a nursemaid to care
for the little ones is hired by the unit, for the purpose of relieving
the mothers of their care during the day. The meeting will commence at
10 a.m., and a covered dish luncheon will be served at noon. All are
asked to please bring their own table service.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 2, 1936, page 9The Townsend Club of Eagle Point held their second meeting Monday night at the Oasis hall with a good crowd in attendance in spite of the inclement weather. H. E. Wirth of Medford and B. A. Finch of Lakeview were the speakers of the evening, and their talks were received with much enthusiasm and enlightenment. Mr. and Mrs. O. E. Henderson and mother, Mrs. R. A. Smith, spent Christmas Day with relatives in Jacksonville. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Stanley and son Bertland drove to Portland December 24, where they spent Christmas with relatives. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Chase enjoyed an evening at cards at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Don Brittsan Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. J. Ackerman of McCredie Springs, Ore., left for home Monday after a week's visit with their daughter, Mrs. Keith Scott, and family of Eagle Point. F. A. Whaley of Reese Creek was trading at the Brittsan store Tuesday afternoon. Miss Maxine Cannon spent Christmas Day with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Cannon of Medford. Mrs. Frances Campbell and nephew, Gordon Campbell, were Christmas dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. G. E. Ousterhout. Mr. and Mrs. F. S. Brandon of Medford and Mr. and Mrs. G. F. Brittsan and baby son of Klamath Falls were Christmas guests of Mr. and Mrs. Don Brittsan. Christmas dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Perry were Mr. and Mrs. Roy Smith and two children, Lyle and Barbara, Mr. and Mrs. Amos Ayres and two sons of Medford, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph McArtery and baby son, Mrs. Susie Stewart and Mrs. Nellie Bowles of Medford and Mrs. Lottie Ayres. Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Childreth spent Christmas Day with Mr. Childreth's son Orville and family of Medford. Mr. and Mrs. Percy Haley, accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Scott Boyer, spent Christmas in Portland and also went to Astoria where they visited with Mr. and Mrs. F. Newport. Mrs. Newport is an aunt of Mrs. Haley. Miss Nadine Davis of Klamath Falls is spending her Christmas and New Year vacation with her aunt, Mrs. Orville Henderson, and grandmother, Mrs. R. A. Smith, of this place. The Brown families had Christmas dinner together at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Brown. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Harnish had as dinner guests Christmas Day Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Harnish and family of Grants Pass, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Dutton, Sam Harnish and Mrs. Price of Eagle Point. Mr. and Mrs. Fred McPherson and son Fred, Jr., of Shady Cove were guests of the Hendersons Christmas night. TRAIL
TRAIL, Jan. 2.--(Spl.)--Miss Laura Campbell of Victoria, B.C., is visiting Mrs. Mary Warner and son Ray.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 2, 1936, page 9Mr. and Mrs. LaDieu and grandson Junior spent several days in Medford with friends over Christmas. Guy Merriman spent the holidays with his parents here. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Clark entertained Mr. and Mrs. R. Dawson at Christmas dinner. Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Blaess and son Bobby spent Christmas with Mr. and Mrs. Louie Blaess. Gordon Watson of San Francisco is here during the holidays visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Watson. This is Gordon's first visit here for years, and he is thoroughly enjoying calling on old friends. Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Hutchinson and daughters Olive and Dorothy left for their home at Hood River Monday morning after spending several days here visiting Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson. Mr. and Mrs. Wilmer Ragsdale and two children, Arland and Marie, spent Christmas Day with his father, Jess Ragsdale and family. Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker are spending the holidays at Ashland and Yreka with relatives and friends. Mrs. Lily Saltzman of Medford spent Christmas at the S. W. Hutchinson home here. Mr. and Mrs. H. R. Merriman returned home from Salem December 24 where Mr. Merriman consulted a physician. Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Segessenman and little daughter Mary are spending the holidays with relatives in Eugene and vicinity. Paul Robinson was installed as master of the Upper Rogue Grange yesterday evening, December 24, instead of Harry Merriman, who resigned on account of poor health. The school and Sunday school both gave a program and Christmas tree for the children before Christmas. Mrs. Mary Warner and son Ray and their house guest, Miss Laura Campbell, called on the Howard Ash family Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Wallace Cushman and family and Mr. and Mrs. Howard Ash and family spent Christmas Day at Medford, where they all attended a show. S. W. Hutchinson made a business trip to Ashland December 27. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Weeks and Mr. and Mrs. Wilson have moved to a house on Elk Creek recently vacated by Ervin Hutchinson and family. The men are going to cut wood. ROGUEDALE
ROGUEDALE, Jan. 3.--(Spl.)--"Roguedale" is the name chosen for a tract
of land comprising 20 acres, at the north end of the Shady Cove bridge
over Rogue River, on the Crater Lake Highway, 21 miles out of Medford.
The beautiful tract, with a half mile of river frontage, with the
highway running directly through it, is being platted by the owner, D.
E. Millard, into Jackson County's newest townsite.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 18, 1936, page 1Mrs. Lillie Anderson and sons have moved into the Webb Clark summer home residence in Shady Cove for the winter. The Andersons are from Toledo, Oregon. Alfred Piele, who for years has lived with his parents on Long Branch, has purchased from the Eagle Point Irrigation Company a tract of 40 acres, about three miles south of Roguedale, and expects to move onto the property as soon as the house can be repaired and other outbuildings erected. Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Moore are on a visit to points in California, but expect to return shortly to their home at Mooreland Park, where Mr. Moore is building a new residence that will be a credit to the community. A. W. Link, of Los Angeles, a Spanish War veteran, has taken a cabin at Roguedale, where he will spend the winter, with the view of locating in the community permanently. He is an old friend of Mr. and Mrs. D. E. Millard. Shady Cove Sunday school held a "watch party" on New Year's eve at the Leon Glines home in Edgewood Park. A large gathering and a good time was reported. H. M. McKinney and wife, of Medford, have rented the private summer-home cabin belonging to D. E. Millard, in Rogue Acres, and will spend a month or two resting and enjoying the climate of the Roguedale district. Ford Potter has leased the Mildred Miller property of eight acres, fronting Rogue River and adjoining Roguedale. Mrs. Miller, the owner, has just finished the wiring of the house for electric lights, and having the interior painted throughout. LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN,
Jan. 3.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. I. R. Kline spent New Year's Day at the
Ed Farra home in Central Point.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 3, 1936, page 15Mr. and Mrs. Nick Young were guests of the Geo. Stowells on New Year's. Mrs. M. S. Pruitt has been on the sick list for several weeks but is better at this writing. Tommy Natwick had the misfortune of breaking his arm a week ago but is getting along nicely. His friends wish him a speedy recovery. Miss Grace Holman is staying with Mrs. Fred Luy of the Antelope district at present. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Short were pleasantly surprised New Year's Eve by a host of friends. The evening was spent in playing cards and games. Refreshments were served near midnight. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Ross Kline, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Stowell, Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Mangold, Mr. and Mrs. Nick Young, Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Holman and two children, Henry and Mary Ellen, and Millard Northcroft of Medford, who is spending several days at the Holman home; Mr. and Mrs. Ray Harnish and son Elmer, Mr. and Mrs. Cliff Hickson and daughters Arlene and Doris; and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Harnish and daughter Barbara, all of Eagle Point. McLEOD
McLEOD, Jan. 5.--(Spl.)--Reverend Candy and wife, traveling
evangelists, spent the past week at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. M. von
Stein. They held services there Sunday.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 6, 1936, page 7Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Alworth were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Taylor Sunday. Frank Ditsworth had a most exciting experience recently when his trailer hitch broke, resulting in the release of a load of hogs he was taking to market. The accident occurred near Trail and the hogs were driven back home. Neville von Stein returned home Tuesday from a week's visit with Medford friends. Mr. and Mrs. Buster Smith were Christmas guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Close. Marion Train is building a house near the Trusty place on Elk Creek, where the family will move in a few days. Mr. Train expects to work in the mill with his brother, Orin. Bill Thomas is moving from the Conley place to the Train ranch this week. A great deal of rain has fallen here the past week, causing the Rogue to rise considerably. Lester Throckmorton attended to road repairs in this vicinity Thursday. A meeting is called by the directors of our new school district to be held at the Elk Creek school house January 18 for the purpose of voting on school bonds. Mrs. Herb Carlton recently underwent an operation and is a patient in a Medford hospital. ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, Jan. 6.--(Spl.)--Antelope Literary Club will meet January 10. Everyone is invited.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 6, 1936, page 7Sunday school was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Culbertson December 29, when election of officers was held. Cecil Culbertson was elected president, Almeta Day secretary, and Marine Yorton, treasurer. Mrs. Helen Culbertson was elected pianist. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Dutton spent December 29 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Perry, of Eagle Point. Mrs. Mary Wood, mother of Jack Wood, left for Washington December 26 to spend the rest of the winter with her sister. Mrs. Louise Greb will entertain the Ladies' Social Club January 22 at her old home near the Ala Vista orchard. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Lindsay and Mr. and Mrs. Wallace McDowell returned from California Sunday, where they had been spending a few days. Beth Cingcade has been confined to her bed for the past two weeks with scarlet fever. All hope for a speedy recovery. Mrs. Louise Greb and son Harold visited Mr. and Mrs. John Greb December 26. Mr. and Mrs. Luther Day entertained at a birthday party the evening of December 28 in honor of their daughter, Almeta. Those present were: Cora Bigham, Marine and Bryan Yorton, Alice and Newton Allen, Marie Wood, Hazel and Annabelle Riggs, Frances Beck, Edwin Owens, Darrel Stanley, Bob von der Hellen, Frank K. Brown, all of Antelope; Lois Wright, of Brownsboro, and Frances Myers, of Medford. Games were played throughout the evening. At midnight refreshments were served. Mrs. B. K. Riggs and Mrs. Nell von der Hellen assisted Mrs. Day in serving the refreshments. Marine Yorton spent December 22 with Hazel Riggs. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hatlett were in Medford January 2 on business. Mr. and Mrs. B. G. Riggs and children and Mr. and Mrs. B. E. Baize spent New Year's Day in Medford with Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Baize. Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Culbertson and daughter spent New Year's in Medford. RESORT ON ROGUE SOLD BY ERNST TO CALIFORNIA FOLK
One of the outstanding real estate transactions made during the past 12
months was announced today by the Charles A. Wing Agency, upon the
completion of the sale of "California on the Rogue" from E. L. Ernst to
L. L. Hall and his son, Wm. P. Hall, of Anaheim, Cal. The consideration
is understood to be somewhere in the neighborhood of $20,000.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 7, 1936, page 1"California on the Rogue," located on the Crater Lake Highway and on the banks of Rogue River about 25 miles from Medford, was built by Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Ernst in 1930 and has been operated by them since. Under their management it has been developed until it is now one of the best known and finest resorts in Southern Oregon. It is famous on the entire Pacific Coast for its fine meals and excellent accommodations. Many prominent people spend their yearly vacations there and enjoy the wonderful Rogue River fishing and beautiful scenery of the Crater Lake National Park. L. L. Hall has resided in Southern California for the past 15 years, having recently disposed of his mercantile business in Anaheim. His son, Wm. P. Hall, has been connected with the General Petroleum Company there and will be associated with him in their new venture. Mr. Hall states: "For the past three years my son and myself have been desirous of locating in Southern Oregon, but until this time have been unable to find what we thought to be a proper location and business. With the enviable reputation enjoyed by the 'California on the Rogue,' and the facilities it has for the accommodation of the discriminating tourist and vacationist, we propose to maintain the high standard set by Mr. and Mrs. Ernst." Mr. Hall returned today to Anaheim, but will again be in Medford about February 1. Wm. P. Hall and his family will be permanently located here after April 1. Mr. and Mrs. Ernst are leaving within the next few days for an extended vacation in Southern California, but state they will return in the spring and make their home in Southern Oregon, no doubt on the banks of the Rogue. REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, Jan. 7.--(Spl.)--Friends of Mrs. Edward L. Hannaford will
be pleased to hear of her and her baby daughter, Signa's, safe
arrival in Manila, where her husband is stationed as radio operator in
the navy. They left here for Seattle December 3 to sail on the S. S. Hiye Maru, Japanese liner, and last Thursday the cablegram was received of her safe arrival.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 7, 1936, page 7Our school teachers have returned [omission] resumed their duties Monday. Miss Ruttencutter returned Sunday after spending her vacation in Grants Pass and Klamath Falls, visiting relatives and friends. Harold Grow underwent a major operation for appendicitis December 28 at the Community Hospital. He is doing very nicely at present. Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Bellows arrived home January 3 from a two weeks' pleasure trip as far south as Los Angeles, visiting relatives and friends at several different cities en route. They had a most enjoyable trip. S. M. Vestal was a dinner guest Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. John Foster. Mr. Vestal is taking osteopathic treatments for an injury received last March to his spine. He is getting along just fine. Mr. and Mrs. Wallace McDowell and Mr. and Mrs. James McDowell were dinner guests New Year's Day at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack. Mr. and Mrs. Homer Martin visited their daughter-in-law, Mrs. Melvin Martin, December 28 in Ashland Community Hospital, where she underwent a major operation December 27. She is doing fine. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph DeLassi of Grants Pass are spending the week visiting Mrs. DeLassi's cousin and her family, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Grow. They went to Butte Falls December 2. Mrs. DeLassi and Mrs. Grow were girl chums together. Mrs. Charles Commons took their daughter, Miriam, to Medford Thursday for treatment. She had her tonsils removed December 20. She is doing nicely. Mrs. Moffitt is much improved at present. She hasn't been well for more than a week. Mrs. Marie Davidson of Eagle Point is spending the last week of vacation visiting her sister and family, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Merritt. Eldon Grow is well again after having quite a siege of the measles and was able to be home for the holidays. He is staying in Medford and attending Medford High School. Charles Sturgill is spending the week visiting friends in Medford. Melvin and Hollis Martin spent New Year's Day visiting their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Homer Martin. Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack, Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Gardner, Mr. and Mrs. Merle Jack, Mr. and Mrs. Homer Martin and Frank Graham all attended the dance at Derby New Year's evening, reporting a fine time. Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb and son, Ralph, called at the W. R. Lamb home New Year's Day. Mr. and Mrs. Wilton Gardner were also pleasant callers. L. J. Moravet of Klamath Falls visited relatives over the New Year's holidays. Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack and son Maurice were Medford shoppers January 6. It seems like the old days are here again when we get such fine rains as the past week showered upon us, ensuring plenty of water for the coming irrigation season. BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO, Jan. 8.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Sarah Spearin of Hornbrook, Cal., is
spending a few weeks as guests of her daughter, Mrs. G. A. Hansen, and
family.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 8, 1936, page 7After having a siege of measles, the Wright family have all recovered and the children have returned to school. Gerald and Mildred Hansen are now having an attack of the measles. Little Margaret Strahan spent her Christmas vacation with her brother Walter at the Y. W. Marshall home. Frances Myers of Medford spent a few days last week with her friend, Lois Wright. On Saturday they enjoyed a party at the Luther Day home. When Frances returned to her home Lois accompanied her and spent a few days in Medford. Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Maxfield spent Christmas at the Tonn home at Lake Creek. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Tucker were dinner guests Christmas Day at the Percy Henry home. Christmas guests at the W. M. Hansen home were Mr. and Mrs. G. A. Hansen, Mildred and Bruce, Mrs. Sarah Spearin, Mrs. L. J. Rohrer and Louis Rohrer. Irene Stowell is the guest of her friend, Irene Charley. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Jones and parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jones of Sams Valley, and Mrs. Peart of Medford were dinner guests at the Jesse Glass home on Christmas. Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Culbertson and daughter Barbara and Mr. and Mrs. Luther Day and daughters were callers at the Wright home Sunday. LUTHER HAAK OF EAGLE POINT ILL
EAGLE POINT, Jan. 8.--(Spl.)--Friends of Luther K. Haak will be sorry
to learn that he suffered a sudden heart attack (angina neurosis edema)
the night of December 31, and has been in a critical condition ever
since, although today's reports are that he is somewhat improved and
there is now hope of his ultimate recovery.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 8, 1936, page 8Mr. Haak has had several previous attacks of this same trouble, the last one about a year ago. The attacks, however, were not so serious and confined mostly to the edema symptoms (dropsy). This time the edema symptoms are not so conspicuous, but the heart shock is much more serious. Mrs. Haak is caring for her husband at their little farm home here. Both Mr. and Mrs. Haak are very highly considered in this community and throughout the county, being people of a very high type of intelligence and moral integrity, always cheerful and optimistic through all kinds of adversity and trouble. TRAIL
TRAIL, Jan. 9.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Ernst, who built California
on the Rogue and managed it so efficiently for the past four years,
have sold the camp and left for their new home in California this week.
L. L. Hall and son, the new proprietors, are from Anaheim, Cal., and
will take possession of the camp near the first of March. Mr. and Mrs.
Boyd Tucker are caretakers at the camp until the Halls return.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 9, 1936, page 4Mr. and Mrs. Burt Clark and Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson were guests at the Ralph Watson home Sunday. The funeral of Grandma Pence, held here Monday, was attended by a large gathering of relatives and friends. Grandma, having been a pioneer of this county and known far and wide, was a dear old grandma to everyone. K. E. Hutchinson was an overnight guest at the home of his parents Monday. The Trail extension unit met today at the home of Mrs. Minnie Blaess. School opened again Monday after a two weeks' vacation over the holidays. The river has been quite high from the heavy rains, but is about back to normal now. FARM HOME ROBBED WHILE FAMILY AWAY
David Smith, a farmer living on Indian Creek in the Shady Cove
district, reported to city police yesterday that his home had been
robbed sometime yesterday afternoon while the family was away. Loot was
described as half a hog, a quantity of potatoes and many other
provisions.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 9, 1936, page 5State police, who are investigating today, said that the loot must have been carried away in some sort of vehicle, since the haul was too heavy to have been carried on foot or on horseback. Eagle Point P.T.A. Will Meet Friday
EAGLE POINT, Jan. 8.--(Spl.)--Regular meeting of the Parent-Teacher
Association will be held January 10 at 3 p.m., at the high school.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 9, 1936, page 7All persons interested in child welfare are invited to the P.-T.A. meetings. All members of the association are urged by Mrs. Millie Tingleaf, chairman, to attend the meeting, as many things of importance will be discussed. A program is being planned and it is hoped that there will be a large attendance. The subject to be discussed is "Keeping the Normal Child Normal," with roundtable discussion. EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, Jan. 10.--(Spl.)--John Stanley drove through Eagle Point
Tuesday on his way to Medford with two truckloads of fine beef steers
from the Roy Stanley ranch for market.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 10, 1936, page 9Mrs. C. H. Davis of Klamath Falls spent last Saturday night with her mother, Mrs. R. A. Smith, and sister, Mrs. O. Henderson, on returning from San Francisco where she and Mr. Davis spent New Year's with friends. They returned home Sunday. The next meeting of the Townsend Club of Eagle Point will be held at the Oasis Monday evening, January 13. All members are urged to attend and everyone is welcome. A good speaker will be in attendance. George Putman, who has been on the sick list for several days, is improving. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Perry went to Medford on business Thursday. Theron Taylor is able to be out again after a recent illness. Mrs. Herb Perry, who underwent a nose operation recently in Medford, is also getting along nicely. Mr. and Mrs. Seth Dixon of Fort Klamath returned to their home in Fort Klamath last Thursday after a two weeks' social and business stay in this locality. Mrs. Don Brittsan spent last Tuesday in Medford with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Brandon. Mr. and Mrs. F. J. McPherson of Shady Cove were Eagle Point callers Wednesday on their way home from Medford. C. H. Davis and Roy Taylor of Klamath Falls are staying in Eagle Point for a few days looking for and buying old machinery, tractors, motors, etc. LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN, Jan. 10.--(Spl.)--The Long Mountain school opened Monday
after the holidays with eight pupils in attendance. Miss Frances
Moller, the teacher, spent the holidays in San Francisco.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 10, 1936, page 13George Stowell purchased a fine Guernsey bull this week. Delbert Mangold, who is representing the cow testing association, is home for several days. Mrs. Sharron and infant son returned to their home on Reese Creek after spending ten days at the L. F. Boren home of this district. The new son was born Christmas Eve. Mrs. Dottie Dutton of Antelope district called on Mrs. Mae Stowell January 3. Those who attended Grange January 7 from this district were Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Mangold, Mr. and Mrs. George H. Stowell, Mr. and Mrs. Elsworth Stowell and Mr. and Mrs. Nick Young. Miss Irene Stowell spent several days with Irene Charley of Brownsboro last week. The Long Mountain Home Circle met with Mrs. Howard Short Wednesday. Members who attended were Mrs. Ross Kline, Mrs. Mae Stowell, Mrs. Lena Stowell, Mrs. Pearl Stowell, Mrs. Ruth Natwick, Mrs. W. R. Holman, Mrs. L. F. Boren and the hostess, Mrs. Short. The afternoon was spent in visiting and reading of resolutions for the new year. Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Holman and children Henry and Mary Ellen were Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Harnish January 6 at Eagle Point. The farmers and fruit growers cannot say they need more rain, at least for a while anyway, as we believe they would appreciate a clear spell. PIONEER WOMAN OF BROWNSBORO SECTION CALLED
Margaret McDonald, a pioneer resident of Southern Oregon, passed away
at her residence at Brownsboro, Ore., where she had lived for over 53
years, at 4:10 p.m. Thursday, after a serious illness of the past ten
days.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 12, 1936, page 10Mrs. McDonald was born at Montreal, Canada, January 29, 1850, and came to California when she was 19 years of age, by sailing vessel to San Francisco, Cal. Margaret McQuade was united in marriage to Ranald McDonald in Canada, in 1867, he having passed away in May, 1907. She leaves to mourn her departure five daughters and five sons: Mrs. Kate Nichols of Fort Klamath; Mrs. Belle Stine of Los Gatos, Cal.; Mrs. Elva Hall of Sebastopol, Cal.; Miss Anna McDonald of Medford and Miss Maggie McDonald of Brownsboro; J. R. McDonald of Linwood, Cal.; Alex McDonald of Darrington, Wash.; R. J. McDonald of Santa Rosa, Cal.; Willis McDonald of Sacramento, Cal., and Dan McDonald of Brownsboro, Ore. Also 12 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted from the Brownsboro cemetery this (Sunday) afternoon at 2 o'clock. Perl Funeral home in charge. Rev. George P. Kabele will officiate. REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, Jan. 14.--(Spl.)--Everyone will be glad indeed to know
that Mrs. H. Ball is sufficiently recovered from a major operation to
be brought home January 7. Mrs. Wallace McDowell and Mrs. Wilfred Jack
went to her home and made everything ready and comfortable for her and
are helping care for her.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 14, 1936, page 13Miss Alice Ruttencutter was a weekend guest at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Bellows, January 10. Mr. and Mrs. Scott Boyer have returned from a two weeks' visit with relatives and friends at Portland and Astoria, over the holidays. Mrs. R. Bailey was taken ill on January 7 with a stroke of paralysis. She and husband had just come from the East this late fall to make their home with their son and his wife, Mr. and Mrs. Bailey, who bought the late George Sturgis place. They have the sympathy of the community. Mrs. Rose Sturgill and son Charles left Friday to visit her son and his wife, Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Sturgill, near Medford. Charles will assist his brother with pruning his large orchard. Frank Strahan went to Rogue River January 5 to be present at his father's birthday reception held at his home in Rogue River. Charles Humphrey is spending quite some time at his mines in the lower Applegate country. While he was away, Mrs. Humphrey was overnight guest at the home of Mr. and Mrs. D. S. Hatfield, accompanying them to Medford January 3 to visit her daughter and family, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Bilderback. Mr. and Mrs. Ivan S. Hatfield were guests January 3 of Mr. and Mrs. William Perry of Eagle Point at a six o'clock dinner when they entertained the retiring relief committee of Grange 664. Mrs. Hatfield is the retiring chaplain of the Grange. Maurice Jack has been on the sick list for several days but is well right again. Mrs. B. Gelson and son Pernoll, Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb and Frank Strahan enjoyed a pleasant evening with Mr. and Mrs. Homer Martin and family January 10. Mr. and Mrs. Martin have refinished their house and made the kitchen modern, installing a sink and a fine lot of built-in cupboards and a drain board. Alex Vestal attended the board meeting of the telephone company near Shady Cove January 7. Mrs. Lora B. French and Mrs. John Hankins were callers at the home of Mrs. Pearl Hatfield, January 3. Callers during the past week at the W. R. Lamb home were Mr. and Mrs. Jack Grow, Mrs. Wilson Gardner, Alex Vestal, Mr. DeArmond, S. M. Vestal and Ralph Lamb. Larry Leigh and Ralph Lamb enjoyed the walk to Eagle Point Friday night to a basketball game--in the rain. Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack were in Medford January 6 and while there Mr. Jack bought a Chevrolet roadster to use in his work on the ditch. Water, water, everywhere and plenty to irrigate with next summer. All the creeks and rivulets are running full, and still it rains. The seven dry years have flown. POMONAN OPTIONS EAGLE PT. RANCH
F. V. Cook, formerly of Pomona, Calif, has leased, with option to buy,
the Kamm estate near Eagle Point. Cook, who for years was in charge of
the W. A. Kellogg estate in Southern California, will stock the
125-acre Kamm place with young stock, which he intends to buy as soon
as possible.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 15, 1936, page 1Mr. and Mrs. Cook have already taken up residence on the property. "We came to this district because of the friendly--and unhurried--attitude of the people in this district." With a twinkle in his eye for the protracted rainy siege, Mr. Cook added that the abundance of water was also a factor in his choice of Southern Oregon as a site for his venture. The Cooks' son and daughter-in-law will join them here in the near future. ELK CREEK
ELK CREEK, Jan. 16.--(Spl.)--The Elk Creek Social Club held the regular
dance Saturday, with a large attendance. The next dance will be given
January 25. Visitors are welcome.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 16, 1936, page 4Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Johnson, who have spent the past few weeks with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Chamberlain, have left for points east. Mr. Johnson is a salesman for the Diesel school. The school board held the regular meeting January 11. Mr. and Mrs. Amos Ayres and family of Medford spent the weekend at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Trusty. Roy McGarity of Lakeview has returned to his home after spending a few weeks at the home of his sister, Mrs. J. S. Garton. Mrs. E. E. Griffitts, Ebron and Edna of Medford spent Sunday at the Homer Chamberlain home. Ervin Hutchinson has returned home after being in a CCC camp for the past several months. Miss Lena Zimmerlee of Trail spent the weekend with her mother, Mrs. Blanche Zimmerlee. Vernon Chamberlain delivered a horse from Trail Creek for Roy Proctor Saturday. E. E. Griffitts of Medford was a business caller in this neighborhood Tuesday. The Elk Creek CCC camp moved away January 9. It is uncertain as to whether another camp will be moved in. Mr. and Mrs. Brill of Medford attended the dance at the clubhouse Saturday night. Jesse Hall and Emil Zimmerlee were transacting business in Medford January 13. R. D. Chamberlain of Medford called at the Glen Howard home Friday. TRAIL
TRAIL, Jan. 16.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Eva Segessenman was pleasantly surprised
Friday evening, January 10, when a large party of friends came in to
spend the evening in honor of her birthday.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 16, 1936, page 9Lee Merriman of Medford spent the weekend here, a guest at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. N. R. Merriman. Wilmer Ragsdale spent Monday in Medford on business. The many friends of Grandpa Ditsworth are sorry to know of his having to have his leg amputated and are glad to know he is getting along as well as could be expected with his advanced age. Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Tucker of Medford were overnight guests at California on the Rogue Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Walch of Sunset on the Rogue spent Monday in Medford looking for a house, as they expect to move there soon. Carroll Watson spent Sunday visiting the Merriman boys. Mesdames Minnie Blaess and Conover met at the home of Mrs. Eva Segessenman Monday for a sewing bee. Miss Inez Burk is spending this weekend in Medford, the guest of her aunt, Mrs. Porter. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Watson and son Carroll spent Friday evening visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker. The Trail extension unit met with Mrs. Minnie Blaess January 9. There was a large attendance to see the demonstration on angel food cake making, which was efficiently given by Mrs. Edna LaDieu and Mrs. Rena Howe. In the afternoon several Shady Cove ladies joined the Trail ladies in a shower given for Mrs. Polly Zimmerlee. The next meeting will be at the home of Mrs. Eva Segessenman. As several of the ladies are planning to attend the home interest conference at Corvallis, February 10 to 14, the next meeting will be a week late, February 20. S. W. Hutchinson made a business trip to Medford and Jacksonville Tuesday. Mrs. Rena Howe and Mr. and Mrs. Peabody and daughter called on Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker Monday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Brill and two children and Mrs. Hoag spent Sunday at their cottages near Sunset Auto Camp. Mesdames Alma Merriman, Minnie Blaess, Lyal Tucker and Jimmie Hutchinson spent Tuesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Eva Segessenman. Everyone was glad to have Mrs. Merriman out again for a short time. Mr. Merriman is getting along nicely at this time. MERGED DISTRICTS VOTE SATURDAY
ON NEW SCHOOL HOUSE
Residents of the Elk Creek school district, consolidated recently with
the Hatchery district and the Laurelhurst district, will vote tomorrow
upon a bond issue of approximately $9000 for the purpose of building a
new schoolhouse to cost $12,000, under a PWA loan and grant.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 17, 1936, page 1PWA funds will also be used in the construction, and formal approval of the plans is expected today by the Portland office of the PWA. Frank C. Clark, architect, left last night with the plans for presentation today. Under the plan, the government provides approximately $5000 and the consolidated districts $9000. For purchase of a site, to be selected later, and equipment for the school building, which do not come under a PWA loan, $2000 additional will be furnished by the district. Several sites are reported offered for the new structure. It will probably be in the general vicinity of the mouth of Elk Creek, in order to have a central location and serve as many patrons as conveniently possible. The schoolhouse will be a modern structure throughout, with inside toilets, and latest equipment. It will consist of four rooms, and will serve 75 children. Letting of the contract for the building and selection of the site will be made in a short time, though actual construction will not start until the frost is out of the ground, so as not to impair concrete work. The building is planned to be completed in time for the opening of the fall term of school. EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, Jan. 17.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Graham, mother of Mrs. Dale Walker,
had the misfortune to break one of her legs by falling on slippery
steps at the home of Mrs. James Owens at Wellen last evening. She is in
a hospital at Medford at present, and is getting along nicely.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 17, 1936, page 15Miss Ruth Nelson of Portland arrived in Eagle Point last Sunday evening, where she will visit for a while with her aunt, Mrs. Roy Stanley, and other relatives and friends. Ray Neugart, a teacher in the high school here, was married at Corvallis December 25 to Miss Leta Ingram, of Philomath, who was an employee in the office of the registrar of Oregon State College at the time of her marriage. Miss Minnie Clark of Bellingham, Wash., left last week for her home after a visit with her brother, B. A. Clark, and wife of this place. The first conference game of basketball will be played at Prospect in the gymnasium tonight by Eagle Point's first and second teams and the Prospect teams. The sophomore class of the Eagle Point high school attended the show "A Tale of Two Cities" at the Craterian Thursday evening as guests of their teachers. J. M. Carlisle is here visiting with his daughter, Mrs. B. A. Clark, and husband. Mrs. Madeline Barrett, teacher of the Laurelhurst school, spent last weekend as guest of Mrs. B. A. Clark. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Perry went to Medford on business Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. C. D. Clay and Ben Liberty of Medford attended the Townsend Club meeting held at the Oasis last Monday evening. Mrs. Clay is the editress of the Jackson County Times. Mr. and Mrs. Art Nichols of Fort Klamath are visiting in this community at present, having been called here by the death of Mrs. Nichols' mother, Mrs. McDonald of Brownsboro, last week. The deepest sympathy of their friends is extended to them in their double bereavement, as they had just left Susanville, Calif, where they attended the funeral of their granddaughter, the 19-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Abbott, former residents of Eagle Point and Butte Falls. Mrs. Abbott was formerly Fay Nichols, and Mr. Abbott is a son of Mrs. Wm. Abbott of Butte Falls. Both grew up and attended school here. They also have our sincere sympathy. Mrs. Ernest Dahack returned Wednesday from several days' visit in Sacramento, Calif., with relatives there. Mr. Dahack and son drove on down to San Francisco on a business trip, but have not returned at this writing. A card party given by the Civic Improvement Club will be held in the club rooms this evening. All are cordially invited. A nominal door charge will be made for the entire evening's enjoyment. Frank Brown has been confined to the house for the past few days with a siege of rheumatism and cold. Butte Creek is the highest it has been for several years at the present time, being entirely full and running over in many places. People are hoping that it doesn't get any higher. Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Ferren and grandson Buddy, of Ashland, were visitors at the Henderson home last Sunday. Orville Henderson and Roy Taylor left last Monday morning with a truckload of iron and steel for Dorris, Calif., where they expected to meet C. H. Davis of Klamath Falls, who will take the load on down to San Francisco. They expect to return the last of this week. The school teachers and Mrs. Walter Young will entertain the Ladies' Civic Improvement Club next Monday evening with a card party in the club rooms, starting at 8:00 o'clock. A minor accident occurred Wednesday afternoon, when the two cars driven by Don Brittsan and Mrs. Ray Harnish sideswiped each other while passing as they were driving on the narrow, slippery road on the south side of the creek. No one was hurt, and but slight damage to the cars. Mrs. Gene Walton and little daughter, Janet, went to Medford Wednesday, where Miss Janet is taking dancing lessons. LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN,
Jan. 17.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Laura Boren and little daughter Rena were
callers at the Holman home Thursday.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 17, 1936, page 15The school board of this district held a meeting at the Holman home Thursday evening, for the purpose of re-employing Miss Frances Moller as teacher for the rest of the term. Mr. and Mrs. Ross Kline made a business trip to Rogue River Tuesday. T. F. Boren of this district purchased some hay from Mrs. Campbell of Eagle Point and has been busy hauling it this week. Ed Kolbaba, who is staying on the Henry Daley orchard, helped Mr. Daley at his farm on Reese Creek several days last week. The Givan brothers report they found some willows in bloom already this week. BIDS CALLED FOR TRAIL BUILDING
Call was issued yesterday for sealed proposals on the construction of a
school building near Trail for District 74. The bids will be publicly
opened and read in the Elk Creek school at 9 a.m., February 1.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 19, 1936, page 5Plans call for the construction of a one-story frame four-classroom building with part basement, the general contract to include heating, plumbing, wiring and painting as shown by the drawings and specifications prepared by Frank C. Clark, Medford architect. Plans may be seen at the office of Mr. Clark or of Peter W. Sandoz, school board clerk, at Trail. Bids must be submitted on forms procurable from Mr. Clark or Mr. Sandoz. McLEOD
McLEOD, Jan. 20.--(Spl.)--The McLeod Home Extension unit will meet Jan.
23 at the home of Clara Ditsworth. Mrs. Mabel Mack will instruct
members on shoe selection and care of the feet. Election of officers to
be installed next September will also be held at this meeting, and
every member is urged to attend.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 20, 1936, page 7Grandpa Ditsworth, whose right leg was amputated recently due to gangrene, is reported to be recovering satisfactory. Grandpa's many friends are congratulating him on his recovery and hope that many more may be added to his already 90 years. Carl Stearns, whose discharge from the navy took effect this month, has joined his bride, the former Juanita Tate, and they are at present making their home with Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Tate at McLeod campground. Mrs. F. J. Ditsworth, Sr., has as her guests her daughter and husband, Mr. and Mrs. Schuyler Heald, of Montana. They expect to spend part of the winter with their two daughters in California. Mr. and Mrs. Otto Jeldness have made frequent trips to look after their cabin during the long rainy spell. While the Rogue rose high, there was no danger of property damage in this vicinity. Ralph Train has received his discharge from the CCC and is staying with his sister, Mrs. Clifford Collier. We are sorry to report that Mrs. H. M. von Stein has been poorly this winter. She has a woman helping her with her housework. James Thomas, who is now employed at clearing land on the Holman ranch, spent several days at his cabin last week. ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, Jan. 20.--(Spl.)--Antelope Literary Club met January 10. A
good time was enjoyed by all. Refreshments were served by the
committee. Mesdames Hollis Burton, Anna Davies and Laura Bigham were in
charge of the program.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 20, 1936, page 7Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Greb and children visited Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Greb January 12. Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Culbertson were in Medford shopping January 14. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hatlett were dinner guests January 14 of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Kneeland. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Kneeland of Medford visited Mr. and Mrs. Bill Bigham January 10. Mrs. Lottie Dutton was in Eagle Point shopping January 14. The creeks near Applegate are running very high but haven't reached the flood stage as set. Mrs. Lester Bradshaw spent the weekend with Mrs. Marcia Erickson of Eagle Point. Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Baize and son James of Medford and Mrs. Ruby Riggs and children spent January 13 with Mr. and Mrs. B. E. Baize. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Bigham and daughters spent January 12 with Mr. and Mrs. Art Kent. Little Nadine Davies, Bobby Allen and Russell Baize have been ill with the chickenpox. Jimmie and Paddy von der Hellen are confined to their home with the measles. Mrs. Chelsea Sheridan of 421 South Front Street, Medford, is visiting Mrs. J. A. Spencer of the Ala Vista orchard. Mrs. Louisa Greb entertained the Ladies' Social Club recently. Those present were Mesdames Myra Bigham, Laura Bigham, Mary Hatlett, Ina Stanley, Signa Day. Margaret Bradshaw, Cal Spencer, Sarah Riley, Ida Kent, Ruby Riggs, Dottie Dutton, Velma Wood and one visitor, Mrs. Chelsea Sheridan of Medford. A good time was had by all. REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK,
Jan. 21.--(Spl.)--Our teachers have been quite busy this past week
giving the state and county semester exam.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 21, 1936, page 7The school is progressing very nicely under the efficient staff of teachers H. W. Vimont, as principal, and Miss Alice Ruttencutter, primary teacher. Voters will notice that the voting place for this precinct has been established at the Reese Creek school house, for the election to be held Friday, January 31. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Powell were business shoppers in Medford Jan. 14. W. L. Foster accompanied them to Medford, leaving for Los Angeles, to visit his daughter for some time. Mr. and Mrs. James McDowell spent Sunday with home folks Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack. Mrs. McDowell will be remembered as Miss Mary Jack. Ivan Hatfield and Robert Humphrey were business callers at Lake Creek, January 15. Mrs. Wilfred Jack and son Maurice were on the sick list for the past week but are well at this writing. Charles Humphrey returned home Jan. 12 from his trip to the mines on the Applegate. He had to leave his car on account of a slide caused by the continued rains. He walked to Grants Pass and came in on the southbound stage. Attendance at the midweek prayer service Wednesday was not very good on account of the downpour of rain that evening. The measles are still prevalent in our community. The Pollock children and Nickolas children are confined to their homes with the disease. Mrs. Robert Humphrey and two children spent Sunday visiting with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Claude Waddell. The Home and School Circle of the Reese Creek school will hold the monthly meeting at the home of Mrs. Jack Grow, January 28. All members and friends are invited to come and enjoy a good day. Visit your neighbor, talk about the rain, and especially enjoy the covered dish luncheon which will be served at noon, each one bringing a covered dish. Come and bring knitting. W. R. Lamb had a gallon jug sitting out in the yard for the past thirty days and says it was rained full of water. We wonder if he had a funnel in the jug. But it has really rained on Reese Creek this winter. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Grow were dinner guests Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Scott Boyer. Mrs. Winnie McIntyre, of Seattle, is a house guest for a while of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphrey. They are old friends of long standing, having come to this country and taken homesteads adjoining and were neighbors in the real sense of the word. Other guests for the day were Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Zimmerman and son Earl, of Central Point. Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Hatfield were in Eagle Point Monday on business. Charles Humphrey had the misfortune to lose a fine brood sow Jan. 12. It laid down by the ground wire where the barn had been wired, for electricity and was electrocuted, leaving a fine bunch of young pigs motherless, but fortunately they were old enough to be cared for and live without the mother. Friends of Robert Lamb will be interested to know that he, being stationed at Fort McDowell, Angel Island, Calif., at present, will sail today for the Hawaiian Islands. He will sail on the U.S.A.T. Republic. His friends all wish him a safe arrival. EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, Jan. 22.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Chelsea Sheridan of Medford
returned to her home last Monday from a week's visit with Mrs. Cal
Spencer of the Ala Vista orchard.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 22, 1936, page 14Last Thursday, Mrs. Lizzie Perry, Mrs. Rosa Smith, Stella Haley and Mrs. Ethel Coy took covered hot dishes for luncheon and spent the day with Mrs. Sophia Childreth, who is ill, and her sister, Mrs. Allie Daley. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Coy of Medford spent last Sunday with Mr. Coy's mother, Mrs. Sarah Coy, of Eagle Point. Sam Coy is home again for a few days to do his hog butchering. Mrs. Edith Koger, who has been living on Mrs. Campbell's place, moved to Medford last Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Nick Young were callers at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Smith last Saturday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Stanley took two truckloads of fine beef steers to the Huber packing plant Monday for the Groceteria meat market. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Ward of Medford and former residents of Eagle Point were last Sunday evening dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. William Perry. Claud Ernstrom of Ashland and Bertland Stanley, who is attending Normal at Ashland, spent last weekend with Bertland's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Stanley, of this place. Miss Ruth Nelson, niece of Mrs. Roy Stanley, spent last Monday night in Medford as guest of Mrs. Gladys Fish. Frank Rhodes of Medford visited with friends in Eagle Point last Friday evening. Mrs. Cal Spencer and house guest, Mrs. Chelsea Sheridan of Medford, were afternoon callers last Thursday of Mrs. Lester Bradshaw of Antelope. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Perry and Mr. and Mrs. Theron Taylor drove over to Sams Valley last Saturday evening, where they attended a Grange meeting. Mrs. R. A. Smith returned to Jacksonville Monday after a two months' stay in Eagle Point with her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. O. Henderson. Mr. and Mrs. Carlyle Natwick and son, Tommy, of the Long Mountain district were callers of Mr. and Mrs. Orville Henderson last Sunday afternoon. Tommy, who had the misfortune of breaking his left arm the day before Christmas, is getting along nicely and will soon be able to use his arm again. The card parties given by the Civic Club last Friday evening and the other by the school teachers Monday evening for the ladies of the club were very much enjoyed by a good-sized crowd at each. The advisory board of the Townsend Club of Eagle Point held their first meeting Monday evening, electing officers and discussing ways and means of raising money for the Townsend cause. After the next meeting of the club, which will be in the Oasis hall January 27, they will be held in the Grange hall each second and fourth Mondays of the month. Mrs. Gladys Ray went to Medford on business Monday. TRAIL
TRAIL, Jan. 23.--(Spl.)--The Home Economics Club met at the home of
Mrs. Violet Ditsworth Monday afternoon. There was a good attendance and
several visitors present. Officers were elected and work planned for
the coming year. Lunch of ice cream, cake and tea was served by the
hostess, assisted by Mrs. Manning and Mrs. Winn. The next meeting will
be February 18 as the home of Mrs. Millie Glass.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 23, 1936, page 9Mr. and Mrs. Bill Coburn are here calling on old friends and looking after their household goods. They say they like their new home near Olympia, Wn., but miss the many friends they have here. Lee Merriman has a two weeks' leave of absence from his work in Medford and is visiting at Marysville, Calif. Mrs. Minnie Blaess is staying in Medford, where she is taking treatment for a fractured rib. Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Johnson of Sunset on the Rogue are home again after spending two months in California. Mr. and Mrs. Walsh, who lived at Sunset during the Johnsons' absence, have moved to Medford. Mrs. Irma Cushman and Miss Helen Hughes are both feeling bad from having teeth extracted. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Watson called on Rev. and Mrs. LaDieu and Mr. and Mrs. H. R. Merriman Sunday. Carroll Watson visited with Mr. Sims Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Tate of McLeod store shopped in Medford Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Clark spent Sunday evening visiting at the S. W. Hutchinson home. Mrs. Francis Ash spent Tuesday afternoon visiting her daughter, Mrs. Irma Cushman. Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Segessenman are spending a part of this week in Portland. Their little daughter, Mary, is staying with Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Durkey in Medford, during their absence. Mr. and Mrs. Whitney and Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Tucker of Medford all spent Sunday visiting Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker at California on the Rogue. Mrs. Mary Leabo, who was getting around without her crutches after using them for over a year, had the misfortune to fall and has had to go to using the crutches again. Carl Stearns, who has been serving in the U.S. marines for the past three years, is home to stay, having served his allotted time. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Briggs visited with Mrs. Irwin Howe Tuesday afternoon. C. Stearns of California is here visiting his mother, Mrs. Goldie Johnson. The two play casts from the Upper Rogue Grange and the Trail Extension unit are practicing three times a week now, as the time is drawing near for the final contest, which will be February 8 at the Rogue Elk hall. ELK CREEK
ELK CREEK, Jan. 23.--(Spl.)--The Elk Creek school district No. 74 held
a special school meeting on January 18 to vote bonds for the building
of a new school house. The bonds carried, 22 to 5.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 25, 1936, page 10Mr. and Mrs. Ray Briggs spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Ditsworth. Howard Ash is working for Dr. Mallery this week. Mrs. Hazel Gentry its visiting in Medford. Several from this community attended the dance at Rogue Elk January 18. Everyone reported a good time. There will be a grange benefit dance there February 1. Mr. and Mrs. Pleze Chamberlain of Klamath Falls visited Sunday with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Chamberlain. Among those who transacted business in Medford Monday were Mr. and Mrs. Fred Sturgis, Peter Sandoz, Mrs. J. S. Garton and Mr. and Mrs. Homer Chamberlain. Several of the children are absent from school with the pinkeye. Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Ditsworth and Alberta Pence spent Sunday evening at the Homer Chamberlain home. Nels Geary, small son of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Geary, is recovering from a sprained hip, suffered when he fell on the school bus. Mr. and Mrs. Marion Train and family have moved on the creek. Four of their children started to school Monday. Miss Esther Chamberlain spent Saturday night at the Ervin Hutchinson home. The Elk Creek social club met January 17. The evening was spent dancing, and a lunch, consisting of sandwiches, cake and coffee, was served at a late hour. SCHOOL LOCATION ON ELK CREEK IS PICKED BY VOTERS
Ace Weeks Property Near Crater Lake Highway Will Be Site for Modern Building to Go Up Soon
The Ace Weeks property was favored almost two to one by voters of the
newly consolidated Elk Creek district in Wednesday's election, as the
site for the new school which is to be constructed soon.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 24, 1936, page 4The property lies on the left side of Elk Creek road, about a half mile from the main Crater Lake Highway, and includes about five acres of level ground which will afford ample building and playground space. District No. 74 is composed of the old Elk Creek, Laurelhurst and Hatchery school districts, and includes territory 195 square miles in extent and lying north and east of Trail along the Rogue River and the Crater Lake Highway. Northern limits of the district extend to the county line. From $10,000 to $12,000 will be spent in erection of a modern four-room building, approximately half of which sum will be given as a free grant to the district by the government under the P.W.A. A bond issue of $9000 was voted by a four to one majority January 18, and bids for erection of the building will be opened at the Elk Creek school at 9 a.m., February 1. Completion of details for start of operations is being rushed as fast as possible. The building contemplated will be a frame structure with a partial basement and modern in all respects. School attendance at present would justify probably three teachers. However, the building will be amply large to take care of the school population for a number of years and enough teachers will be employed next year to handle the situation and give the boys and girls of that particular section modern school advantages. Members of the board are: E. N. Gray, chairman; H. A. Ditsworth, Mrs. Blanche Zimmerlee, and Peter W. Sandoz, clerk. These school officers have given a great deal of their time and thought to this project, thus far, and are faced with many more busy hours in seeing that the plans for the new building and the preparation for clearing of the grounds are carried out. Darneille-Franks Engagement Told at Eagle Point
Miss Wilda Darneille, daughter of Mrs. D. O. Fredericks of this city,
announced her engagement to Lee Franks, at an evening party arranged at
the Civic Club in Central Point Monday evening of this week. Hostesses
for the evening were Mrs. Lawrence Winslow, Miss Donna Earl, Miss Yetta
Olson and Mrs. Walter Young.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 24, 1936, page 4The 50 guests were entertained with cards during the evening, scoring prizes going to Mrs. Lottie Van Scoy and Mrs. D. O. Fredericks. Three tables, decorated with mixed bouquets of yellow rosebuds, daffodils and acacia, were laid for supper, the place-cards revealing the engagement announcement. Miss Darneille has taught the primary grades in the Eagle Point schools for the past few years. She is a graduate of the Medford high school and Southern Oregon Normal. Mr. Franks is the son of Mr. and Mrs. George Franks of this city. No date has as yet been set for the wedding. Medford Mail Tribune, January 24, 1936, page 4 Civic Club Has Card Party
EAGLE POINT.--(Spl.)--Friday night the Civic Improvement Club of Eagle
Point gave a card party, which was well attended. Royal Brown won the
high prize at pinochle while Will Brown captured the 500 prize. Lunch
was served at a late hour by the ladies of the club.This is the second card party given by the club. Both have been well attended and enjoyed by those who took part in the games. COUNTY PIONEER TO FINAL REWARD
Jeremiah Franklin Ditsworth, 89, residing with his children at Trail
since his retirement five years ago, passed away in a local hospital
Saturday morning.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 26, 1936, page 3He was born at Mechanicsville, Pa., and at the age of 17 years went to Illinois, where he grew to manhood, and came west in 1864, spending a few years in California and finally settling at Austin, Nev. He came to Jackson County in 1880 and had resided during this time at Talent, but mostly at Trail. Thus he had spent nearly 56 years in this county. He was the last of nine children; one brother lived to the age of 100. Mr. Ditsworth was a member of the Ashland Christian church. Besides his wife, Mary E., he leaves the following children by a former marriage: Frank, L. A. and Stewart Ditsworth, Trail; Hobart Ditsworth and May Richardson, Prospect; Ida Hebrard, Salinas, Cal.; Florence Hescock, Scotia, Cal.; Ora Yerkes, White Salmon, Wash.; Bertha Cobleigh, Phoenix; Ada East and Hazel Vaughan of Medford. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. D. E. Millard at the Conger Chapel at 1 p.m. Monday. Interment in the Siskiyou Memorial Park. McLEOD
McLEOD, Jan. 27.--(Spl.)--Friends of Mrs. Anna Weeks are sorry to hear that she is ill at her home.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 27, 1936, page 7The Upper Rogue H.E. Club met January 20 with Violet Ditsworth. Mrs. Jeff Ritchie, the new chairman, took over her duties and appointed her committees for the year. The following officers were also elected: Vice-chairman, Mrs. Cunningham; secretary, Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson; treasurer, Miss Erma Glass. Mrs. Flossie Mullins returned Wednesday from Portland, where she visited her daughter for a week. The McLeod Home Extension unit met at the home of Clara Ditsworth January 23. Mrs. Mabel Mack gave a very interesting demonstration on shoe selection and care of feet. The attendance was unusually small, due to so much illness. Edmund Richardson was found in an unconscious state at his home Monday by his father and was rushed to a Medford hospital, where he is reported to be in a critical condition, suffering from a number of serious complications. Donald Vaughn is suffering from an attack of chicken pox. Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Taylor returned Wednesday from Washington, where they spent their vacation. They brought home their daughter, Betty, who has been cared for by her grandmother for a few weeks. Mrs. Paul Robertson went to Medford Thursday for a medical treatment. Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Coburn, who are now residents of Washington, came back for their furniture last week. We are sorry to hear that Grandpa Ditsworth has taken a turn for the worse and is in a very critical condition. Mrs. Ditsworth its staying in Medford to be near him. LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN, Jan. 27.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Roy Stanley of Eagle
Point were business callers at the W. R. Holman home January 20.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 27, 1936, page 7Mr. and Mrs. George H. Stowell made a business trip to Ashland Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Mangold and Mrs. Mae Stowell made a business trip to Grants Pass one day this week. Mr. and Mrs. Nick Young entertained at dinner Thursday evening Mr. and Mrs. William Perry of Eagle Point and Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Holman. Those who attended Eagle Point Grange Tuesday were Mr. and Mrs. George Stowell, Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Mangold, Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Holman, Mr. and Mrs. Ross Kline, Mr. and Mrs. Nick Young and Mr. and Mrs. Elsworth Stowell and daughters Irene and Verta. Guy Pruitt sold four milk cows recently. Frank Hugo of Klamath Falls was an overnight guest of Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Short Wednesday. Friends of Mrs. M. L. Pruitt will be pleased to know that she is much improved. Miss Grace Holman, who is working for Mrs. Fred Luy of the Antelope district, spent all day Sunday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Holman. Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Short made a business trip to Ashland January 20. REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, Jan. 28.--(Spl.)--Everyone will be glad to know Mrs. H.
Ball is up now and Mrs. Theo. Rein is staying with her to help care for
her and do the housework.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 28, 1936, page 7Frances and Lois Moravet have been quite ill with the measles, but are on the road to recovery now. Measles, measles, who's got the measles? A large portion of the students in the school, but they will all be well at once. L. C. Rusho and his brother, Otto Rusho, have both been transferred from Camp South Fork to Camp Oregon Caves. They are both well on the road to recovery after their illness. Mrs. Dorothy Amundsen, of Toledo, Ore., and Mrs. Milo Lamb and Miss Loletta Bennett, of Medford, visited Jan. 23 at the W. R. Lamb home. Mrs. Amundsen will be remembered as Dorothy Lamb. She will visit with relatives and friends for some time. Her husband will arrive this week for a visit also. Mrs. Wilfred Jack and daughter, Evelyn, and their house guest for the weekend, Irene Charley, of Brownsboro, and son, Maurice Jack, were all shopping in Medford Saturday. A CCC enrollee from Camp South Fork went off the highway in the ditch in passing another car Jan. 23, near the Lamb home. A Shell oil truck came along and pulled the truck back on the highway. No damage was reported. Mrs. Harry Powell has not been so well, having had the flu. Miss Alice Ruttencutter attended the teachers meeting at the court house Saturday. She accompanied Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb and Mrs. George Amundsen to Medford. Mr. and Mrs. James McDowell were dinner guests Sunday at Mrs. McDowell's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack. They called at the Lamb home to see Dorothy Amundsen, having been school mates together several years ago. We are thankful for the warm weather when we think of the terrible storms in the East and other countries. Mrs. C. H. Rusho is up now from a three-weeks' illness with the flu. DRAMA CONTEST WILL BE OPENED AT EAGLE POINT
The Jackson County rural dramatics contest, held each year as a major
project in heme economics extension work, opens this evening with
presentation of a one-act play by Eagle Point Grange in their hall, at
8 p.m.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 29, 1936, page 8The play, "The Singapore Spider," written by Edward Finnegan, promises to be a real thriller. It has won first prizes in many state and little theater tournaments. The play is directed by Charles Fraser. Clarence Davies, cast as Jason Harridew, will be remembered by Jackson County playgoers for his fine acting in the production of Miss Maria in the county contest two years ago. Mr. Davies is supported by Mrs. Al Mittelstaedt, Raymond Neugart and Cort Crandall. Mrs. C. E. Davies is prompter. Eagle Point Grange has arranged musical numbers and a social evening following the play, which includes a basket social. Other plays presented this week will be the "Blue Teapot," by Central Point Grange, January 30; "The Man from Brandon," by Rogue River Community Club, January 31; "Paradise" and "Dust of the Road," by Applegate Grange, February 1, and "The Clod" by Phoenix Grange, February 1. The county dramatical committee met with Miss Mabel C. Mack, county home demonstration agent, Monday and selected judges for the county contest plays and made arrangements for the contest finals. The judges for the Eagle Point play will be Mrs. Joe Nee of Jacksonville and Alice Spurgeon of the Medford senior high school. WILSON HELD ON THEFT OF CHEESE
Harry M. Wilson, charged with larceny from a warehouse in the theft of
500 pounds of cheese from the Eagle Point creamery, was ordered held to
await action of the next grand jury, following a preliminary hearing in
Justice of the Peace W. R. Coleman's court yesterday. Bonds were set at
$500.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 30, 1936, page 3Wilson, in his defense, claimed that he procured the cheese allegedly found in his possession from another man whose name he could not remember, but thought it sounded like "Higgens." A man with a name resembling this was brought to the county jail by the authorities, but neither had seen the other before. Harry W. Ward of Eagle Point and Dave Hickens and the arresting state trooper were the state witnesses. It also developed at the preliminary hearing that but 45 pounds of the 500 pounds of cheese stolen had been recovered. EAGLE PT. GRANGE PLAY SCORES HIT IN COUNTY SERIES
By Maud Pool
Presentation of the weird and tragic "Singapore Spider" by the Eagle
Point Grange at the Grange hall last night as the first of a series of
rural plays being given this week opened the annual county dramatics
contest to a splendid start.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 30, 1936, page 4With the last of the Herridew fortune at his disposal, Clarence Davis, in the role of Jason Herridew, portrayed the eternal sullenness of the aged sea captain in a most capable manner, his sardonic laugh over the prospects of burning his $75,000 fortune striking a ghastly note throughout the play. Mrs. Al Mittelstaedt as the furtive housekeeper of the captain took her part in a highly effective manner, upholding the courage of her husband (Al Mittelstaedt) in carrying out his plan to murder the parsimonious captain as he slept. Relief of the gruesome aspect of the play was afforded in the role of Raymond Neugart, wandering nephew of the captain, who came home to renounce his uncle, refusing his ill-gotten wealth. From Singapore he brought a gift from the captain's shipmate, a derelict afflicted with a curse, whom Jason Herridew refused to aid. The gift, a Singapore spider, served to bring the play to a sweeping climax, when the captain craftily planted in the box containing his fortune, which the housekeeper and her thieving husband opened with fatal results after his murder. Miss Cora Crandall, fiancee of the young nephew, played a pleasing role in the production. The play, preceded by a vocal solo by Harold Emison of Eagle Point, with Miss Y. Olson at the piano, was followed by a box social. Many comments were made in praise of the splendid work of the cast and director Charles Fraser. The Grange reports the event a great success financially. Tonight Central Point Grange will present "The Blue Teapot" at the Grange hall at 8 o'clock. The comedy is warmly appealing and supports four characters. A dance will follow. EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, Jan. 27.---(Spl.)--Mrs. Eva Nichols of Eagle Point, Mr.
and Mrs. Loren Farlow and Mr. and Mrs. Goldie Zundel of Lake Creek
spent last Saturday with Mr. and Mrs. Frank Farlow, parents of Mrs.
Nichols, Mr. Farlow and Mrs. Zundel, at Lake Creek. A sumptuous turkey
dinner was enjoyed in honor of Mrs. Nichols' birthday.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 30, 1936, page 9Archie Winslow came home from Eugene last Friday to spend the weekend with Mrs. Winslow. Rev. and Mrs. D. E. Millard and daughter of Shady Cove were guests of the Townsend Club of Eagle Point last Monday evening. Rev. Millard sang several songs of his own composition which were beautiful and appreciated by all. He also was the piano accompanist for his songs. Refreshments were served after the meeting by the ladies of the finance committee. Mr. and Mrs. O. E. Henderson spent last week with Mr. and Mrs. F. J. McPherson at Elk Creek. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Stanley, accompanied by Ross Kline and T. R. Seaman, left Tuesday morning by auto on a business trip to Spokane, Wash., expecting to be gone several days. Miss Avinell Clements of Medford was a guest of Miss Marjorie Nichols last weekend. Mrs. F. D. Walker went to Medford Tuesday on business. She reports that her mother, who recently suffered a broken knee joint, is getting along nicely and was moved from the hospital to the home of Mrs. James Owens of Wellen Tuesday of this week. Hollis Swingle of Trail Creek was a business caller in Eagle Point Wednesday morning. Sincere sympathy of the community is extended to the F. A. Whaley family in the death of Mrs. Hattie Jones of Butte Falls, daughter and sister, who passed away suddenly January 25. ELK CREEK
ELK CREEK, Jan. 30.--(Spl.)--A special school meeting was held January
22 to vote on the site for the new school house, which will be located
near the mouth of Elk Creek.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 30, 1936, page 9Mr. and Mrs. Howard Ash and family visited Sunday with Mr. Ash's mother at Trail. L. A. Chamberlain is working for James Miller this week. This community extends sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Ditsworth in the death of Mr. Ditsworth, father. Among those from Medford who attended the dance at the club house Saturday night were Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Griffitts and family, Mr. and Mrs. Dell Simmons, Mr. and Mrs. Amos Ayres and the Misses Eleanor and Marcia Chamberlain, and Doris Houston. Miss Alberta Pence was in Medford this week having dental work done. Lincoln Pence, Vernon and Dean Chamberlain and Clarence Sinclair were supper guests of Peter Sandoz Monday evening. The road grader is grading the Elk Creek road this week, an improvement badly needed. Marion Trusty delivered a truckload of lumber to Medford Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Wiley Morrison spent Sunday with her mother, Mrs. Geary. Mrs. J. S. Garton visited Tuesday with Mrs. Ed Houston on Long Branch. TRAIL
TRAIL, Jan. 30.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Arthur LaDieu of Portland have
gone to Oakland to attend the funeral of Mrs. LaDieu's mother. Their
little girls, Vivian and Edna, stayed here to visit, and Mrs. M. E.
LaDieu accompanied them to Oakland, where she will visit her two
daughters and friends for a few days.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 30, 1936, page 9Leo Merriman is spending a few days here visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. R. Merriman. While in California, Lee visited in San Francisco, Marysville, Watsonville and Carmel, where the weather was beautiful. He also called on Mrs. Walch, formerly of Prospect. Miss Helen Hughes of Medford was a weekend guest at her parents' home here. Mr. and Mrs. Mike Tucker of Ashland were weekend guests at his brother's, Boyd Tucker, at California on the Rogue. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Watson were dinner guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Burt Clark Sunday. Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson and Mrs. Lyal Tucker visited with Mrs. Arles Ragsdale, January 33. Burt Clark sold a horse and delivered it to Medford in a trailer Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Russell Werin called on Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker Monday evening. Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson were shopping in Medford Saturday. Mrs. Hutchinson remained overnight as a guest of Mrs. Lily Saltzman. Mrs. Anna Briggs has been ill with a cold or flu. Mr. and Mrs. Hughes shopped in Medford Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Chester Merriman and two children and Mother Merriman were guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. R. Merriman Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Segessenman returned home from Portland last Friday evening. They each drove a new car down for the dealer. Mr. Segessenman is looking at the new trucks with intentions of buying one or more. The two play casts, one from the Grange and the other the extension unit, are very busy practicing at Rogue Elk, where they will make their final performance Monday night, February 3, to which everyone is invited. A small admission charge will be made to benefit the Grange and the unit. There will also be a candy booth of homemade candy. BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO, Jan. 30.--(Spl.)--Irene Charley spent last weekend with her friend, Evelyn Jack, at Reese Creek.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 30, 1936, page 9Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Wright were recent guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Wright. Leland Dysinger, Mrs. H. W. Wright and children and Mrs. J. F. Maxfield were business visitors in Medford Saturday. Mrs. Maxfield also visited at the hospital with Mrs. Lyle Hard and the new baby. Billy Wright spent Saturday with his friend, Junior Matlack, near Medford. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Heckner, who are now living in Jacksonville, were here Saturday. Word received from Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Henry by their son, Percy Henry, informs him that they are spending a very enjoyable winter with a son and daughter in California, and that Mr. Henry is much improved in health. TWO OF GRANGE PLAYS SLATED MONDAY NIGHT
FOR ROGUE ELK HALL
Two of the seven plays being given this week in the rural dramatics
contest will be presented Monday at the Rogue Elk hall. Upper Rogue
Grange will present "More Than a Million," an appealing comedy written
by Mollie King, in which Ann, the responsible daughter of the family,
becomes an heiress for a time, which changes the ideals of the family
in a surprising climax. Madeline Barret and Eva Segessenman are
directing the production.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 31, 1936, page 4Cast: Mrs. Thatcher, a widow--Zella Tullis. Annie--Irma Glass. Tom--Ralph Train. Virginia--Irene Nye. Jim--Emery Moore. Charles--Donald Vaughn. Mr. Robinson, a lawyer--Waldo Nye. Trail extension unit presents at the Rogue Elk hall on the same evening "The Albany Depot," an effective farce with plenty of comic complications, written by W. D. Howells. The setting is the waiting room of a large depot. Cast: Edward Roberts--M. E. LaDieu. Willis Campbell--Irwin Howe. McIlheny--Ray Briggs. Mrs. Edward Roberts--Anna Briggs. Mrs. McIlheny--Mrs. Hughes. Mrs. Campbell--Arlee Ragsdale. The Chorewoman--Irma Cushman. The Cook--Mabel Ragsdale. Trail Caller--Sidney Hughes. Minnie Blaess and Helen Hughes are directing this play, and judges for both given Monday are Miss Mildred Patterson from Phoenix High School and Doris Baier of Medford High School. A musical program has been arranged for the evening. FIRST AID DEPOT IS ESTABLISHED AT TRAIL STORE
In keeping with the national movement for highway safety, the National
Red Cross is moving toward establishment of first aid stations along
the highways. These stations are situated at strategic points where
medical service to those injured in accidents is not readily available;
where, without the assistance of persons trained in first aid and
supplied with proper equipment, suffering and aggravation of injury is
often experienced.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 31, 1936, page 8Participation in this program by the Jackson County chapter of Red Cross has led to establishment of a first aid station on the Crater Lake Highway, with establishment of similar stations scheduled in the southern portion of the county. At Trail, a station has been established at the Trail store and service station, owned and operated by I. H. Howe. In this community a Red Cross class in first aid instruction has recently been completed, instructed by Miss Marjorie Kelley of Medford, assisted by Sergeant W. H. Ellenburg of the Oregon state police. A complete outfit of first aid equipment, under the care of trained first aiders, is now available at this strategic location on one of the most traveled highways. Personnel of the class is as follows: Mrs. Minnie Blaess, L. E. Gavel, I. H. Howe, Mr. and Mrs. S. R. Hughes, Mrs. Rhoda Newton, Howard Rock and Lena Zimmerlee. ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, Jan. 31.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Bob Lindsay attended a dinner
party at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Briggs near Eagle Point January 15.
Medford
Mail Tribune, January 31, 1936, page 15Mr. and Mrs. Cal Spencer, Mrs. Chelsea Sheridan, Mrs. Ruby Riggs and Mrs. John Beck visited Mr. and Mrs. Lester Bradshaw January 16. Mr. and Mrs. James McDowell visited Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack of Reese Creek January 19. Several pupils from the Antelope school were on the honor roll this past six weeks. They were as follows: Barney Riggs, Barbara Culbertson, Evelyn Culbertson, Marvin Wood, Mary Allen, Jack Steele, Betty Jean White, Duane Burton, Jean Beck, Annabelle Riggs and Alice Allen. All of the pupils are doing fine work this year, according to reports. Everyone was sorry to learn of the sudden death of Mrs. S. C. Godlove of Medford. The sympathy of the district is extended to the bereaved family. Antelope Literary Club will meet February 14. A good program is being prepared. Two plays are to be given. They are "Mail Order Wise" and "The Rest Cure." Everyone is invited. Darrel Stanley and Marine Yorton took part in the operetta given at the Medford high school January 27 and 28. Marine was in the glee club and Darrel played second violin in the orchestra. Mr. and Mrs. Wallace McDowell, Mr. and Mrs. James McDowell and Mrs. Bob Lindsay were in Medford shopping January 28. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hatlett entertained at a dinner party January 26. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Baize and son, James, of Medford, and Mr. and Mrs. B. K. Riggs and children of Antelope. Several men from Antelope are cleaning the irrigating ditches in preparation for spring irrigating. LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN,
Feb. 1.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. T. T. Taylor called on Mr. and Mrs. Nick
Young Wednesday evening.
Mrs. Geo. Wright, of Central Point, was an all-day visitor of Mrs. W. R. Holman Wednesday. Those who attended Pomona Grange in Medford from this district were Mr. and Mrs. Ross Kline and Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Stowell. Mrs. Laura Pottenger of Medford was a weekend guest of her sister, Mrs. M. L. Pruitt. Mrs. Luella Kline was also a guest of Mrs. Pruitt Wednesday. Medford Mail Tribune, February 2, 1936, page 5 TRAIL AND TALENT IN DRAMA FINALS
Trail extension unit, presenting "Albany Depot," and Talent Grange,
presenting "Just Debts," have won first places in the county dramatics
contest, and will place in the finals to be given in this city,
February 6th, according to a decision of the judges reached immediately
following the last of the entries presented last night.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 4, 1936, page 8These plays were chosen from each of the two districts into which the rural communities had been divided, and Central Point and Eagle Point Granges will be featured at a dress rehearsal tonight to determine which will give the third play of the finals, these communities having placed second in their respective districts. Judges for the finals will be announced tomorrow. Upper Rogue Grange and Phoenix Grange placed third in the contest, Rogue River Community Club receiving fourth. Eagle Point Unit Meets Thursday in Cooking Class
EAGLE POINT, Feb. 4.--(Spl.)--"Newer Methods in Meat Cookery" is the
lesson to be given at the regular meeting of Eagle Point Extension
Unit, Thursday, Feb. 6 at the home of Mrs. G. E. Ousterhout. The
demonstration will be given by Mrs. B. A. Clark and Mrs. G. E.
Ousterhout, local project leaders who received their training at a
meeting held in Medford by Miss Lucy Case, specialist in foods and
nutrition from Oregon State College.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 4, 1936, page 8Transportation will be provided for all those meeting at the home of Mrs. Irma Seaman by 9:30 a.m. Covered dish luncheon will be served and those attending are asked to bring either vegetable salad, bread and butter or fruit. The small children will be cared for by Mrs. Wiley, the unit nursery chairman, at her home. Each parent is asked to provide food for luncheon for her own child. The rummage sale to be given by the Extension Unit and Parent-Teacher Association will be held Saturday, February 8 in Medford. Change in date of this meeting from February 7 to Feb. 6 was necessary on account of the rummage sale. TWO FINE PLAYS BY UPPER ROGUE GRANGE ACTORS
By Maude E. Pool
A charming story of the average American home, with its young people
and their dreams and tribulations, was presented before a packed house
last night when Upper Rogue Grange gave "More Than a Million" at the
Rogue Elk hall as their entry in the county dramatics contest.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 4, 1936, page 8Zella Tullis as Mrs. Thatcher, a widow, was very effective in her administrations to her family, as was Irma Glass, as Annie, the dependable daughter, who had postponed her wedding for years to care for her family. Irene Nye as Virginia, the vivacious blond daughter, who termed a new boyfriend "just another ride in her life," added a modern touch to the family personnel, and Ralph Train and Emery Moore as the young sons played their parts well. Donald Vaughn as Charles, the eleven-year-old son who "wouldn't accept nothin' from a girl," even though it was his sister, won the admiration of his audience. A touch of selfishness in the family toward Anne faded away when Waldo Nye, a lawyer, informed them that a supposedly rich relative had left only a ring to Anne instead of the million on which they had built their dreams. The play was directed by Madeline Barret and Eva Segessenman. Following this play, Upper Rogue Grange presented "Albany Depot," a farce with a railroad depot as the setting, which brought continuous roars of laughter from the audience. The pathetic yet humorous predicament of Edward Roberts (M. E. LaDieu) who was left at the depot by his talkative wife (Anna Briggs) to meet the new cook furnished the chief situation in the play. Irwin Howe, as Willis Campbell, with his humorous view of the puzzle, added to the merriment, as did Mr. and Mrs. McIlheny, the Irish couple causing entangling situations throughout the play. It was Mabel Ragsdale as the rotund Irish cook who laid down the law where necessary, and cleared the atmosphere in general. Arlee Ragsdale played the part of Mrs. Roberts' friend, and Sidney Hughes served as train caller, and Irma Cushman the chorewoman. Additional characters to lend atmosphere to the scene included Laura Bell LaDieu, Lena Zimmerlee, Geraldine Scott, Wanda Howe, Lyal Tucker, and Lawrence Watson. The public will have another opportunity to see this fine play in the finals here this week. Directors are Minnie Blaess and Helen Hughes; Mrs. Rena Howe, prompter. As a special feature of the musical program during the evening, Howard Rock, young Alaskan residing at Trail during the last year, was presented in two vocal solos, with Goldie Johnson at the piano, which were greatly appreciated. Mr. Rock came here from Alaska to study art, and is a student of Max Sims, Trail artist. Mr. Rock's work has appeared in this city's art exhibits recently. Other numbers presented during the evening were a saxophone solo by Mrs. Clair Stearns, with Miss Peggy Reeder accompanying at the piano, and a reading, "The Deacon's Masterpiece," by Ethel Tullis. HIGHWAY GARBAGE DUMPER IS FINED
John S. King of the Trail district, charged with depositing injurious
matter upon the highways, entered a plea of guilty in justice court
yesterday and was fined $5 and costs. He paid $8 down and was given ten
days to pay the balance.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 5, 1936, page 3King told the court he was "talked into the offense" by a friend. On the way from this city to his home near Trail, the friend induced him, King averred, to "dump some garbage" along the desert unit of the Crater Lake Highway on the grounds "it will provide some relief work for the boys." King was hauling the garbage away for a man to whom he had sold a load of wood. King said: "I knew it was wrong," but listened to the argument it would help provide work. The garbage was then deposited along the highway. A report of the violation was made by autoists to the state police and a search started for King. As soon as he learned the state police were looking for him, he returned and cleaned up the garbage, came to court and pleaded guilty. BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO, Feb. 5.--(Spl.)--Phil Trotter, who has been staying at the
home of his aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Craig, the past few months,
left Sunday for his home in Eugene.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 5, 1936, page 7Leland Dysinger, Geneva Glass, Lois Wright, Helen Brown and Gerald and Bruce Hansen attended the basketball game in Eagle Point Friday. The work on the power line is progressing rapidly and Brownsboro people will be enjoying the use of electricity within a short time. Mrs. Donna Charley spent the weekend here at the home of her mother, Mrs. Edna Monia. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Dallaire of Medford were guests of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Brown, Wednesday. Bill Gibson was also a guest at the Brown home Wednesday night. Bill Swain and Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Wright and children were shopping in Medford Wednesday. Lois Wright had some dental work done. G. A. Hansen, Mrs. L. J. Rohrer and Louis Rohrer were business visitors in Medford and Ashland Friday. Gerald and Mildred Hansen, who are attending Normal, spent the weekend at home. Mrs. W. M. Hansen returned to Ashland with them Sunday and will spend a week there. A meeting of the taxpayers of District No. 39 will be held at the school house Friday, February 14, at 8 p.m. A good attendance is urged by the school board. McLEOD
McLEOD, Feb. 5.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Imogene Smith conducted a sewing class at
the home of Mrs. Glass, January 29. The guide pattern course was
completed and those who completed the course are now capable of
drafting their own patterns as well as sewing and fitting accurately.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 5, 1936, page 7The community is deeply grieved over the death of J. F. Ditsworth, Sr., January 24. Mr. Ditsworth was one of our earliest settlers, having lived here almost continuously for 55 years. His stories of the early days on his homestead, which is now the Frank Ditsworth ranch, were a delight to all fortunate enough to hear them. For many years past his birthday has been celebrated by his many relatives and friends. He would have been 90 years old on his next birthday. Sincere sympathy is extended to the bereaved family. Mrs. Ditsworth leaves this week for Klamath Falls, where she will make her home with her daughter. A number have been suffering from colds, among them Mr. and Mrs. Tate and Mrs. Mullin. Jim Casey has returned to his home after spending several months at Gold Hill. His many friends are glad to know that he is enjoying good health again this winter. Mr. and Mrs. Estabrook drove to Crater Lake Sunday to view the winter sports. The competitive one-act plays given by the Trail extension unit and Upper Rogue Grange, at Rogue Elk Monday night, were well patronized, there being over 300 people in attendance. The plays were skillfully dramatized and thoroughly appreciated and many expressed hopes of seeing more of this kind of entertainment in the future. The judges' decision went to the Trail extension unit, whose cast included many Grangers, and they in turn will compete with two other leading plays in Medford Senior High School auditorium Thursday night, February 6. Monday night's proceeds from sale of tickets and candy will be divided between the two organizations. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Neeley, Mr. Wills and his two sons, Dale and Jack, left Monday for California, where they will make their home. The condition of Edmund Richardson is reported to be about the same. Mr. and Mrs. A. T. Haines, who have spent several months in Ashland, have returned to their home. Mr. Haines is quite poorly and was brought home because of his preference for the ranch. His son, Dr. Haines, calls frequently to give him medical attention. Friends of Mrs. Herb Carlton are glad to see her about again, looking so well, after her recent operation. Dan Ohrt made a short call on his family Saturday evening. A light snow fell here Monday night. EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, Feb. 5.--(Spl.)--George Holmes and Tom Riley are building
a new bridge across Butte Creek at the Kamm place, otherwise Known as
the Ward place, to replace the one washed out during the high water the
first of January.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 5, 1936, page 7Harry Carlton drove to Eagle Point from Ashland last Saturday, where he met his wife, who has been visiting at the Herbert Carlton home at Prospect for some time. They returned to Ashland the following day. Orin Adamson started on the foundation of his new house last week. Mrs. Chas. Roadarmel is in the Community Hospital in Medford, suffering from a broken leg, just above the ankle, which she sustained the first of last week when she slipped on a rug and fell. It is reported that she is getting along as well as can be expected at this time. Clarence Robinett returned to his business at Florence the latter part of last week, after spending a few days with his mother, Mrs. Wes. Childreth, who is ill. Mrs. Robinett remained to care for Mrs. Childreth. Mrs. Lizzie Pearce and Miss Hattie Howlett have been ill with colds for the past week. Mrs. Wm. Brown, accompanied by her mother, Mrs. Royal Brown, drove to Phoenix last Sunday, where they called on Mrs. Cora Morgan, a former resident of Eagle Point. Her many friends around here will be glad to learn that she has entirely recovered from the illness from which she suffered most of last summer. Mr. Smith put a new roof on Mrs. Campbell's garage last week. The H.E. Club held a very pleasant meeting at the home of Mrs. Roy Smith last Wednesday. Mrs. Esther Brooks and two children of Portland are here visiting with her grandmother and aunt, Mrs. Sarah and Hattie Howlett. The Civic Improvement Club will hold its regular meeting Thursday afternoon in the club rooms. Mr. and Mrs. John Norris and granddaughter, Miss June, spent last Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. O. E. Henderson and Mrs. R. A. Smith. Mrs. Smith returned home with them. Mr. and Mrs. V. D. Brophy of the Canal ranch called on friends in Eagle Point last Sunday while on their way to the Hanley ranch above Lake Creek. Donald Ashpole and Bertland Stanley attended the basketball game in Medford last Friday evening. The roof of the Putman house caught fire Monday afternoon, but due to the early discovery and quick action of a neighbor, the blaze was soon extinguished with but little damage being done. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Stanley, Ted Seaman and Ross Kline returned Sunday from a business trip to Spokane, Wash. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Perry, accompanied by Mrs. Dollie Moomaw and Clarence Day, called on Mr. and Mrs. G. A. Lawson of the Long Mountain district last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. O. E. Henderson were dinner guests of Miss Ruth Nelson at the Roy Stanley home last Friday evening. Vic Sparks of Eugene and Miss Ruth Nelson called on the Hendersons last Thursday evening. The next meeting of the Eagle Point Townsend Club will be held in the Grange hall, February 10, at 8 p.m. A big meeting is being planned, with entertainment and refreshments. It is hoped that everyone will come, whether they are Townsendites or not. Come, listen, and judge for yourselves. REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, Feb. 6.--(Spl.)--Reese Creek school house was designated
as the new polling place in our community, thereby establishing a new
precinct.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 6, 1936, page 13Eugene Bellows, nephew of Mr. Johnson of Ashland, passed away Wednesday, January 29. Mr. and Mrs. Bellows went to Ashland that day. The Owen-Oregon bridge crew began work January 30. Jack Grow and Scott Boyer of this district began work on repairing the bridges, preparing for the spring opening of the mill. Wilfred Jack has charge of a crew of men working on the ditch in the Derby district. Mrs. Alma Grow received a telegram Friday stating that her cousin, Mrs. Lena Parozzia, of Ridgeway, Colo., passed away. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Powell went to Lake Creek Sunday afternoon, where Mr. Powell preached in the evening. From there they went to Central Point, where he occupied the pulpit of the Christian church of that city. Leland Pettegrew was a business caller at Eugene Bellows' home Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Grow entertained the home and school council at their home January 28. It being Mrs. Grow's birthday, she received several useful presents. A covered dish luncheon was served at noon which was more of a community banquet. Those present enjoying the day were Mr. and Mrs. James Edward Leigh, Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Hammel, Mr. and Mrs. James A. Woods (now of Phoenix), Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb, Mrs. Alice Ruttencutter, W. H. Vimont, Mrs. Homer Martin and son Stanley, Mrs. Mary Powell, Mrs. Grace Rusho, Mrs. Ivan Hatfield, Mrs. Charles Humphrey, Mrs. John Foster, Mrs. Dorothy Amundsen of Toledo, Ore.; Mrs. Wilfred Jack, Mrs. Rose Sturgill, Mrs. E. Lamb from the Derby district, Mrs. Vera Rusho, Mrs. Scott Boyer, Mrs. Eugene Bellows, Mrs. Merle Jack and two sons Edwin and Alva, Mrs. Brown of Big Oak station, Mrs. Theo. Rein and the Misses Grace Rusho, Tressa Albonica and Jessie Beaulieu. Eileen Grow and Eldon Grow and two of Eldon's friends were from Medford for the day. All enjoyed a fine day and wished Mrs. Grow many more happy birthdays. Mrs. Theo. Rein is home now from the home of Mrs. H. Ball, where she has been caring for Mrs. Ball. Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Hatfield, accompanied by Mrs. Charles Humphrey, were in Eagle Point Wednesday. The two ladies attended the H.E. Club of Grange 664 of that city. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Thomas were called to Arcata, Cal., Jan. 26 for the funeral of their little granddaughter, who was fatally burned by falling into a tub of hot water. She was about 2 years old. They returned January 29. Charles Humphrey returned from his mine on the Illinois River with his car he had to leave there more than two weeks ago on account of bad slides. George Amundsen of Toledo, Ore., arrived January 29 for a short visit with his wife's relatives, Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb, and their brother, Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb, of the Derby district; also Mr. and Mrs. M. E. Lamb, of Medford. He and his wife, formerly Dorothy Lamb, left January 30 for their home in Toledo. Mr. and Mrs. H. Ball and Wallace McDowell were in Medford January 30 for medical care for Mrs. Ball. Mrs. Elmer Robertson entertained January 29, honoring Mrs. Frank Railton. Those enjoying Mrs. Robertson's hospitality were Mrs. Charles Cummons, Mrs. Thomas Pullen, Mrs. John Shearin, Mrs. Mary Brouse, Mrs. Will Shearin, Mrs. Harry Powell, Mrs. Grace Rusho, Mrs. Theo. Rein, Mrs. Clementine Manwell, Gladys Rusho, Tressa Albonica and Mrs. Railton. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Humphrey visited Mrs. Humphrey's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Claude Waddell, and family Sunday. Mrs. Alice Ruttencutter was a pleasant caller Sunday afternoon at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Theo. Rein. Mrs. Wilfred Jack and son, Maurice, also Alex and Mellie Vestal and Merle Jack, were in Medford on business Saturday. Ned Jefferies from Camp Oregon Caves accompanied them home on a few days' furlough. Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb and family and Charles Cummons, Jr., were all calling at the W. R. Lamb home Sunday afternoon. Well, we know the proverbial groundhog was very much frightened at his shadow February 2, so it will be six weeks more winter. Rodney Woods, formerly of this precinct, but now of Phoenix, spent the weekend with the Leigh boys. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. James A. Woods, and sons came for him and spent Sunday visiting Mr. and Mrs. James Edward Leigh. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphrey and Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Hatfield were business visitors in Medford Monday. Mr. Humphrey fell Sunday while crossing a footlog over a creek, catching his weight with his right hand, and in consequence he is nursing a very badly sprained wrist, having to receive medical care for it. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Lewis of near Butte Falls, Mr. and Mrs. I. S. Hatfield and Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Humphrey were all calling at the Lamb home during the week. TRAIL
TRAIL, Feb. 6.--(Spl.)--The two plays given at Rogue Elk Monday night
were well attended, over 200 people being present. The plays were well
acted by both casts and showed a marked degree of training. The Trail
play was given the honor of first place by the judges and will play
again this evening at the Medford high school to try out for the finals
at Corvallis next week. The directors of the two casts wish to thank
all who helped to make both plays a success.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 6, 1936, page 13Mrs. Lowell Ash, who is quite ill again, has been taken to Medford to be near a doctor. Her sister accompanied her to help care for her. Mrs. Minnie Blaess spent Wednesday in Medford to make final arrangements for the play that she is directing tonight. Mrs. Alma Merriman and son, Ray, are both suffering with severe colds. Mrs. Lyal Tucker called on Mrs. Francis Ash and Mrs. Ada Merriman Tuesday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson shopped in Medford Monday and Mrs. Hutchinson attended a county community meeting at the courthouse in the afternoon when the final arrangements were made for the delegates' trip to Corvallis February 10. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Watson spent Tuesday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Segessenman. Macy Hinthorn is working for W. G. McDonald at Rogue Elk. Mrs. Mary Leabo is gradually improving from the effects of her recent fall. The many friends of Harry Merriman will be sorry to know he hasn't been so well the past week. ELK CREEK
ELK CREEK, Feb. 6.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Jack Griffey, girls and Roy
McGarity of Klamath Falls are visiting Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Garton for a
few days.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 6, 1936, page 9Miss Alberta Pence has been staying with her sister, Mrs. Stuart Ditsworth, assisting with the work, as Mrs. Ditsworth has been on the sick list. Mrs. Abel and family of Trail spent Sunday with Mrs. Blanche Zimmerlee. Several from this community attended the plays given by the Upper Rogue Grange and the Trail extension unit at Rogue Elk Monday, February 3, which were very good. The county school nurse visited the school Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Homer Chamberlain spent Sunday at Rogue Elk visiting Mr. McDonald. Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Garton and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Griffey and family spent Sunday on Sterling Creek and visited Mr. and Mrs. Tom Thompson. The Thompsons were former residents of Elk Creek. True to the old saying it looks as if we would have six weeks more of winter, as the groundhog saw his shadow. Emil Zimmerlee has returned to his home, after working for the past several weeks for Jess Hall. Mr. and Mrs. Homer Chamberlain were transacting business at Grants Pass Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. F. J. Sinclair and family were in Medford Saturday. TRAIL UNIT PLAY CHOSEN TO ENTER STATE CONTEST
Eagle Point Grange Drama Named Second by Judges in County Finals-- Better Acting Seen in Each (By Maude Pool)
One of the closest races ever witnessed in rural dramatic contests in
Jackson County came to a close last night before an audience of 700
people when Trail extension unit placed first in the contest finals at
the Medford senior high school, winning the honor of representing
Jackson County in presenting their play, "Albany Depot," in the state
festival of dramatics at Oregon State College next week, when the state
home interests conference will be in session. Other counties giving
winning plays at that time will be Columbia, Clackamas, Multnomah, Lane
and Deschutes.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 7, 1936, page 11"Singapore Spider" by Eagle Point Grange won second place in the contest, and "Just Debts" by Talent Grange placed third last night. Judges for the finals were Angus Bowmer of the Southern Oregon Normal School, James Stevens of this city and Lois Kendall of Ashland High School. Acting Improved.
Higher quality in amateur acting, brought about through friendly
competition, is the object of the extension service of Oregon State
College in sponsoring the annual contests. This objective is being
attained in Jackson County with satisfactory results, the dramatic
committee working this year under the splendid direction of Angus
Bowmer, director of dramatics at the Southern Oregon Normal.The following points are considered in judging the plays: Setting, costuming and makeup, tableau, tempo and rhythm, reading of lines, personal acting (including interpretation and sustaining of character), and reaction to other actors. With continuous practice since their initial appearance in their home communities a few days ago, each of the productions last night showed marked improvement. The Trail cast and their directors, Minnie Blaess and Helen Hughes, are to be particularly commended on the superior acting of their 16 characters, set against a somewhat drab background of a depot waiting room. A speedy tempo was maintained throughout the scene, built around the humorous predicament of a husband waiting at the station for an unknown cook. The part of the husband was played by M. E. LaDieu, supported by Irwin Howe, Ray Briggs, Anna Briggs, Mrs. Sidney Hughes, Arlee Ragsdale, Irma Cushman, Mabel Ragsdale, Sidney Hughes, and the following extras: Laura Bell LaDieu, Lena Zimmerlee, Geraldine Scott, Wanda Howe, Lyal Tucker, Mrs. Jennie Hutchinson and Lawrence Watson. Eagle Pointers Good.
In contrast to this farce, the ghastly setting of "The Singapore
Spider," by Eagle Point Grange, with its spectral blue light playing
upon the tragic faces of its five characters, as well as adding to the
eerie aspect of the room, was equally effective. Murder for $7500, and
consequential death of the criminals who were bitten by the Singapore
spider, comprised the plot of the play, staged in the living room of
the embittered Captain Herridew (Clarence Davies). Other members of the
cast included Raymond Neugart, Al Mittelstaedt and Cora Crandall. The
fine acting in this play was directed by Chas. Fraser.Considering that there were no unusual requirements in the Talent Grange play, "Just Debts," in the way of makeup, costuming and stage setting, the excellence of their play depended principally upon the personal acting of the five characters. The plain living room of a village residence constituted the setting, where the city council was in session. Their difficulty in making proper use of a bequest, and the emotional element introduced in the character of an aged woman, forced to go to the poor farm, formed this touching play, directed by Harriet Bates. The part of the aged woman was played by Wanda Works, remaining members of the cast including Iota Miller, Ben Webster, George Hartley and Tom Bell. Dance numbers by students of Eve Benson's studio were greatly appreciated by the audience. Miss Betty Green was featured in a tap dance, and Durrell Adams and Stanley Gustin appeared in a "Guffus Dance." The Jacksonville Grange orchestra furnished music during the evening. ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, Feb. 7.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Joe Arens are the proud parents of a 5½-pound son born Jan. 31 at their ranch near Eagle Point. Mother and baby are doing fine.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 7, 1936, page 7Mrs. Helen Culbertson called on Mrs. John Greb Jan. 31. Mr. and Mrs. B. E. Baize and children visited Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Baize, February 1. Mrs. Louise Greb visited Mrs. John Greb, February 4. The Antelope Literary Club is planning a good program for February 14. The women members are asked to bring a cake. Everyone is invited to attend. Special music is being arranged. Mr. and Mrs. John Rader of Eagle Point spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Harve Stanley. Mr. and Mrs. Carl von der Hellen have bought Ben Oswald's ranch and are planning on moving onto the the ranch in a few days. Everyone is glad to welcome them into the neighborhood. Mrs. Nell von der Hellen served on the election board at Brownsboro, January 31. World War veterans to receive their bonus in the Antelope district are Art Kent, Carl Yorton, Barnie Riggs, John C. Greb, Tom Riley, Jr., Luther Day and Elbert Bigham. As far as can be learned the money to be received will be well spent. Most of the money will go for repairs on the ranches. LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN, Feb. 8.--(Spl.)--Ross Kline returned Sunday from a business trip to Spokane, Wash.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 9, 1936, page 9Mr. Finley of the Finley Implement Co. of Central Point was delivering fertilizer to the farmers this week. Those who attended Grange Tuesday night were Mr. and Mrs. Howard Short, Mr. and Mrs. Elsworth Stowell and daughter Irene, Mrs. Mae Stowell, Mr. and Mrs. I. R. Kline, Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Mangold. Delbert Mangold, of the cow-testing association, was in the Ashland district this week. Visiting over the weekend at the Howard Short home were Mr. Short, daughter and little granddaughter of Klamath Falls. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Smith and daughter, Barbara, were Sunday afternoon callers at the homes of Mr. and Mrs. Elsworth Stowell and the Geo. H. Stowells. Bill Holman is busy sowing clover seed on the old John Nichols place, which he recently bought. JOHN B. RADER, 74, DIES IN EAGLE PT.
John Breckenridge Rader, 74, passed away at his home in Eagle Point,
Ore., Sunday morning, from a heart ailment. He was a native of Jackson
County, born on Little Butte Creek, August 4, 1861. He resided on the
home ranch until his marriage to Erma Severance, October 26, 1887, then
moving to his homestead ranch near Eagle Point, where he engaged in
stock ranching and farming. For the last 13 years he had resided in
Eagle Point. Mr. Rader was a fine citizen, honesty and uprightness were
by-words with him, and he will be mourned by a host of friends besides
his family.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 10, 1936, page 3He is survived by his wife and two daughters, Mrs. Roy Ashpole and Mrs. Harvey Stanley of Jackson County; two grandsons, Donald Ashpole and Darrell Stanley; two sisters, Mrs. Francis Garrett and Mrs. Clara Phipps of Medford. Mr. Rader was a brother of the late Joseph Rader. Funeral services will be held at the Perl Funeral Home, Wednesday at 2 p.m., Rev. W. R. Baird officiating. Interment in Jacksonville cemetery. REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, Feb. 11.--(Spl.)--Saturday seemed to be "Go to Medford
day," for quite a number of our community were shopping in Medford.
Some of those were: Mr. and Mrs. H. Ball and son Willard: Mrs. Theo.
Rein and son Walter; Mr. and Mrs. Jack Grow; Mr. and Mrs. James Edward
Leigh and three sons, DeArmond, Larry and Dick; Miss Alice
Ruttencutter, Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb and Mrs. C. E. Lamb of Derby.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 11, 1936, page 7Most of the pupils who have been absent from school on account of the measles are coming back. Frances and Lois Moravet, John Braack, Walter Ryan, Lloyd Minot, Kathryn Nickols and Johnny Nickols are back in school again. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Vestal returned this weekend from several months spent in Eureka, Cal., where Mr. Vestal was employed in the lumber mills. Mr. Vestal has gone to work on the Owen-Oregon bridge crew. They have moved into the Ray Bilderback house, having sold their place some months ago to A. Kavin. Dorothy and David Vestal have entered the Eagle Point high school, and Kathleen will attend the school here at Reese Creek. The California Oregon Power Company has been installing new meters in all the homes in this area. Mrs. W. L. Lamb spent Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Lewis near Butte Falls and enjoyed a wonderful chicken dinner. Wilbur Cathcart and James Mark of the Safeway store in Klamath Falls were dinner guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. R. D. Nichols. Mr. Marks and Mr. Nickols are half brothers. They returned to their home that evening. The beautiful weather is making quite a number restless, and some are already working in the flower and vegetable gardens. The pretty weather has sent quite a few out in this vicinity hunting places to buy. Also automobile dealers are coming out to sell new cars lately. ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, Feb. 12.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Erickson, teacher for the Antelope
school, is giving a Valentine party at the school February 14. The
mothers are invited to attend.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 12, 1936, page 7John and Harold Greb are working on the Antelope orchard. Mrs. Helen Culbertson has been nursing her mother, Mrs. Laura Pierce, of Medford, who has been ill. Mrs. Culbertson became ill and had to return home February 8. Death has struck again in our midst and taken a loved one from us. Mr. John Rader passed away Sunday morning about 6:00 o'clock. Mr. Rader was loved by all who knew him and will be sadly missed by a host of friends and relatives. The sympathy of the community is extended to the bereaved families. Paul Prince of Medford and Mrs. Vida Steele of Antelope were married February 4. Everyone wishes much happiness. Mr. and Mrs. Dale Stokes of the Antelope orchard and Henry Nelson attended the meeting February 6 at the Antelope school house. Mr. and Mrs. B. K. Riggs and children of Antelope and Mr. and Mrs. Leo Carmon and children of Medford were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. B. E. Baize of the Meridian orchard. Mr. and Mrs. James McDowell are the proud parents of a six-pound girl, born February 4. Everyone is getting their brooder houses and yards cleaned in preparation for turkey hatching in the near future. Those on the sick list at present are Mrs. Pearl Yorton and three children, Teddie, Bryon and Marine, and Mrs. Helen Culbertson. Mrs. Wilbur Erickson, Mrs. Winslow, Mr. Neugart and Mrs. Madeline Barrett of Eagle Point spent the weekend at Portland. They report a nice time and had lovely weather all the way up and back. EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, Feb. 13.--(Spl.)--It is with deepest regrets and sympathy
we chronicle the death of one of our oldest and most esteemed neighbors
and friends, John S. Rader, who passed away at his home in Eagle Point
last Sunday morning at the age of 74 years, after an illness from which
he had suffered for more than a year. He was a man of high moral
courage and integrity and leaves a host of friends who will miss
him greatly, besides his wife, two daughters, two grandsons and several
other relatives. Sincere wishes are extended the family that time may
deal kindly with them in their bereavement.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 12, 1936, page 7Mr. and Mrs. Robert LaRocque of Merrill were calling on friends in Eagle Point and vicinity last Sunday. Frank Brown, who has been confined to his home with an attack of rheumatism for the past two weeks, is improving now, and was able to drive to Medford on business last Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Perry left Tuesday morning for Eugene to attend the Townsend convention for the election of congressional board members being held there today. The meeting of the Townsend Club of Eagle Point, which was held in the Grange hall Monday evening, drew a large crowd and proved to be a most satisfactory as well as a very pleasant evening. There are twenty-one new members enrolled. A good talk, good music, furnished by "Dad" Whaley with his bones and two sons, Jess and Wayne, of Derby, with dancing and refreshments, constituted the program. Among those from other places were Rev. Ray Garland and K. I. Bailor, of Talent, speakers; Mr. and Mrs. C. D. Clay, of Medford; Mr. and Mrs. John Holtz, of Sams Valley, and several from Derby, Trail and Medford. BROWNSBORO DISTRICT TO ENJOY ELECTRICITY
Plans have been completed by the California Oregon Power Company for
the extension of its electrical service to the Brownsboro district,
serving about ten families. The service extends from the Joe
Worthington place on the "desert" to near the old Butte Falls road.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 13, 1936, page 10It is anticipated that the service will eventually be extended to Lake Creek and to the Antelope area, with the Brownsboro unit as a connecting link. The matter has been under consideration by residents of the Brownsboro district for several months. ELK CREEK
ELK CREEK, Feb. 13.--(Spl.)--The Elk Creek Social Club held a business
meeting Friday night and elected new officers for the coming year,
after which the evening was spent in dancing and at a late hour a
basket supper was served.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 13, 1936, page 9Mr. and Mrs. Ervin Hutchinson spent Thursday evening at the Homer Chamberlain home. Mrs. Ida Miller is visiting at the home of her son, Weston, at Persist. Mrs. Stuart Ditsworth left Monday evening for Oakland, Cal., for an indefinite stay. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Griffey and family have returned to their home at Klamath Falls, after spending several days at the J. S. Garton home. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Chamberlain and boys and Norman Chamberlain, all of Keno, spent Sunday at the L. A. Chamberlain home. Lon returned home with them. Mr. and Mrs. McQuin of Medford spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. F. J. Sinclair. The newlyweds, Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Johnson, are visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Al Johnson. Alberta and Lincoln Pence, Vernon Chamberlain and Peter Sandoz spent Sunday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Ditsworth. Byron Duncan of Persist, who has been on the sick list, spent several days at the home of his sister, Mrs. Ida Miller. Marion Trusty was a business caller in Medford Wednesday. LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN, Feb. 13.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Holman were
pleasantly surprised Thursday evening with a farewell party.
Twenty-eight guests were present. The evening was spent visiting and
playing games. Refreshments were served near midnight.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 13, 1936, page 9Mrs. M. L. Pruitt was happily surprised Saturday evening with a birthday party. About 17 guests were present. The evening was spent playing cards. At 10 o'clock lovely refreshments were served. Ed Kolbaba, who has been living on the Henry Daily ranch this winter, is now working for Prof. Engelhardt. Ross Kline was a business caller at the Holman ranch Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. L. F. Boren and family have moved on the Holman ranch for the summer. Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Holman and family have moved to their nice new home five miles east of Eagle Point. Mrs. Inch, county school supervisor, visited the Long Mountain school Monday. Don Pruitt had the misfortune to sprain his ankle Monday, which caused him to lose a few days of school. Mr. and Mrs. L. F. Boren made a business trip to Medford Monday. They were accompanied by Mrs. T. J. Boren of Hog Creek and Mrs. Jessie Trout of Eagle Point. REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, Feb. 19.--(Spl.)--Both rooms of our school enjoyed the fun
of Valentine boxes and receiving many beautiful Valentines. Mr.
Vimont's room enjoyed a treat of candy besides. In Miss Ruttencutter's
room, Walter Rein acted as postmaster and Peter Albonico and Johny
Nickolas were mail carriers. This was a jolly main event for the
youngsters. The school is progressing very well under the fine staff of
teachers.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 19, 1936, page 7A number of our young folks went to Butte Falls Friday evening to attend the basketball game between Eagle Point and Butte Falls. Among those going were Miss Evelyn Jack, Miss Dorothy Vestal, DeArmond and Larry Leigh and Ralph Lamb. Larry Leigh is playing on the Eagle Point team. Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack received a radiogram and letter from their daughter and husband, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Hannaford and baby Signa from Manila. They are all fine. The Home and School Circle will have an all-day meeting with a covered dish luncheon at noon, at the home of Mrs. Wilfred Jack, Friday, February 21. All members, neighbors and friends are invited to come and bring a covered dish and enjoy a real day visiting neighbors. A business meeting will be held in the afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. C. S. Wade have moved to Eagle Point, thereby removing three pupils from our school. Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Minter's baby son is quite ill with a cold. Mr. Holly from Boise Valley, Idaho, was in this locality Sunday looking for a location. Al Johnson and his sister, Miss Ina Johnson, of Klamath Falls, were calling on Miss Alice Ruttencutter Saturday afternoon. The girls' sewing club met with Miriam Cummons this last weekend. A very pleasant afternoon was spent sewing on quilt blocks. There have been many inquiries this past week for land in our locality by newcomers from outside the state. Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Hatfield were shopping in Medford February 12. Miss Rein is quite sick at her home with the measles. We reported last week that several auto salesmen were out looking over the field as to selling new cars. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cummons have bought a new Willys Knight sedan. Congratulations to the family. Mr. Stille, of Shady Cove, preached to a crowded house Sunday night. Miss Christianna had charge of the young people's meeting. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Caster's family are all well again from the measles. All the students who were absent from school have returned now and are well. Dale Kelling from the Evans Creek district was visiting around in this locality Sunday. Mrs. Frank Railton and baby are getting along just fine now. Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack and son and wife, Mr. and Mrs. Merle Jack were all calling on Mr. and Mrs. Jas. McDowell and the new baby girl. She has been named Marilyn Gale. Mr. McDowell will be remembered as Mary Jack. John Foster has a crew of ten men working on the ditches in this locality now. Wilfred Jack has the flu at this writing. Miss Alice Ruttencutter was overnight guest Friday night of Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Leigh and family at their home. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Powell are holding meetings at Lake Creek district this week. Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Leigh and Mr. DeArmond, Mrs. Leigh's father, also Mrs. Thomas Vestal and Kathleen, were all shopping in Medford Saturday. Mr. Powell is working this week at the Lewis Super-Service Station, he being a first-class machinist. The beautiful weather has come and put an end to the serving of hot lunches at our school. We think this is the most favored part of the world when we read of the severe winters over the nation and other countries. Rogue River Valley and its tributaries was rightfully named the Garden of Eden. David Vestal, who has been ill, will enter our school this week. Last week's statement that he had entered Eagle Point High School was an error. TRAIL
TRAIL, Feb. 19.--(Spl.)--Trail was well represented at the home
interest conference at Corvallis last week. Those going as delegates
were Mesdames Eva Segessenman, Minnie Blaess, Arlee Ragsdale and Jennie
Hutchinson, of Trail; and Mrs. Tressa Vaughn, from McLeod. They all
returned home Friday night. The play cast that put on the play from
Jackson County, 15 people in all, returned home Feb. 13. All report
having had a delightful time as well as an educational one.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 19, 1936, page 7Mr. and Mrs. Frank Jordan of Ashland, Mr. and Mrs. H. T. Swingle of Upper Trail, and Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Watson all visited with Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker at California on the Rogue Sunday. Mrs. Russell Winn visited with her aunt, Mrs. Boyd Tucker, Wednesday while Mr. Winn and Mr. Tucker went to Medford, Mr. Tucker to visit his brother Mike of Ashland, who was in the Community Hospital. Mrs. Alma Merriman was shopping in Medford Saturday, as was also Mrs. Ray Pritchart. Herb McDonald Jr. and Macy Hinthorn made a trip to Oakland last week, returning Wednesday. S. W. Hutchinson shopped in Medford Saturday. Mrs. Frank Hammond returned to her home at Willow Springs Feb. 11, after spending several days with her sister, Mrs. Alma Merriman. Mrs. Merriman has recovered from her cold and Mr. Merriman is better at this time. Iverene and Melba Cushman and Bobby Blaess are all sick with the measles. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Frock and three children of Yreka, Calif., and Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Tucker visited at the Boyd Tucker home Feb. 9. The Trail Extension unit will meet Feb. 20 at the home of Mrs. Eva Segessenman. They hope for a record attendance. This is an all-day meeting with a covered dish lunch at noon. Mr. Simes and Howard Rock were Medford shoppers Saturday. LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN, Feb. 9.--(Spl.)--Those attending the John Rader funeral
Wednesday from this district were Mr. and Mrs. Dugan, Nick Young, Mr.
and Mrs. Ross Kline, Mr. and Mrs. Marsh Garrett, Mr. and Mrs. George
Givan and sons Charlie and Dewey, and Mr. and Mrs. George Stowell.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 19, 1936, page 7Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Mangold were shopping in Medford Wednesday. Mrs. Nick Young enjoyed several days in Eugene last week visiting her sister. Mr. and Mrs. L. F. Boren motored to Grants Pass Thursday on a business trip. Mr. Hare and son of the Central Point district were in the neighborhood buying dairy cattle this week. Mr. and Mrs. Elsworth Stowell and daughter were visiting in Eagle Point Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Ross Kline motored to Wimer Sunday on a business and pleasure trip. Mrs. Richard Smith, who has made her home at Malin for the past few months and is now visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Lamkin, was a guest at the George Stowell home Monday and Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Short, Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Stowell and daughter, Verta, and Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Mangold attended the card party Friday night at the Grange hall in Eagle Point. Mr. and Mrs. Marsh Garrett were callers of Mr. and Mrs. Carlyle Natwick Sunday evening. Jerold Mitchell of the Meadows district has been quite ill at the home of his mother, Mrs. P. M. Stowell. He is much improved at present. Mrs. Marsh Garrett was hostess to the club Friday afternoon. Those who enjoyed the afternoon were Mrs. C. R. Natwick, Mrs. Delbert Mangold, Mrs. M. L. Pruitt, Mrs. Ross Kline, Mrs. H. C. Short, Mrs. Elsworth Stowell and Mrs. George Stowell. Tim Dugan and George Stowell were business callers in Ashland Wednesday morning. Sunday evening Mr. and Mrs. Nick Young and Mr. and Mrs. T. T. Taylor enjoyed a birthday dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Will Perry of Eagle Point. Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Natwick and Mr. and Mrs. Elsworth Stowell enjoyed visiting Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Short Saturday evening. Miss Lois Teague of Medford is the house guest this week of her uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. L. F. Boren. Mr. and Mrs. Wing of the Wing orchard were callers at the George Stowell home Sunday. Mrs. M. L. Pruitt spent Monday in Medford shopping. ATTENDANCE INCREASE SHOWN BY SCHOOLS
IN TRAIL NEIGHBORHOOD
TRAIL, Feb. 19.--(Spl.)--There is a decided increase in attendance in
rural schools in this section of the county. Three years ago, Shady
Cove school had an attendance of about forty pupils. Attendance has
increased to between sixty and seventy at the present time. The stage
has been converted into a temporary classroom for the year and a third
teacher employed.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 19, 1936, page 8In order to cope with the situation, the school has installed electric lights and a pressure water system. In addition to this, the school has also improved its transportation facilities from one "old" privately owned bus to two modern district-owned buses, equipped with circulatory heater, which covers 100 miles per day on the regular bus routes. Financial condition of the school is reported as very satisfactory. The school warrants are cashed at their face value. The consolidated districts of Laurelhurst, Elk Creek and Hatchery have let the contract for a new four-room school, which is expected to be ready for occupancy by the next school term. There is much more interest being shown in improvement of rural schools than in former years by the county districts in this section, according to school instructors. BROWNSBORO PROGRAM MARKS TURNING ON
OF COPCO POWER SERVICE
BROWNSBORO, Feb. 19.--(Spl.)--After several years of planning, hoping
and working for electricity, Brownsboro, one of the oldest towns in
Jackson County, has been rewarded and the lights were turned on
Tuesday, February 11. An incident worthy of mention is that this date
was also the 89th birthday anniversary of Thomas A. Edison. Saturday
evening at 7 o'clock the ladies of Brownsboro gave a chicken dinner at
the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Wright for nearly seventy people, among
whom Mr. and Mrs. Sterling Richmond and Mr. and Mrs. Walter Olmscheid
of Copco were guests of honor. Miss Fenner, demonstrator for Copco,
demonstrated the use of the electric range. The delicious rolls,
donated by Fluhrer's bakery and the ice cream by Snider's dairy, were
greatly appreciated and enjoyed. After dinner was served, the following
program was presented:
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 19, 1936, page 8Address of welcome, H. W. Wright; "Seeing Things at Night," Walter Strahan; "Ma's Tools," Lois Wright; tap dance, Margaret Henry; songs, Bill Swain and Lester Marshall, accompanied by Mr. Swain on the banjo; History of Brownsboro, Julia Sidley; songs, Will, George and Gerald Hansen, accompanied by Mrs. L. J. Rohrer on the piano; "Early Days in Brownsboro," George Brown. Mr. Craig gave an interesting talk on the lights used by the pioneers and Charles Terrill, in a short talk, showed a candle mold used by his mother. Others giving short addresses were S. C. Richmond, Walter Olmscheid and Leland Dysinger. Mrs. George Brown sang, accompanied by Miss Helen Brown on the piano. ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, Feb. 20.--(Spl.)--Those who attended the funeral of Mr.
Rader, February 12, from Antelope, were Mr. and Mrs. Fred Dutton, Bill
Wattenberg, Mr. and Mrs. Luther Day, Mr. and Mrs. B. K. Riggs, Cecil
Culbertson, Earl Yorton, Mrs. Sarah Riley, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hatlett,
Mr. and Mrs. Wallace McDowell and son James, Mrs. Bob Lindsay, Mr. and
Mrs. Lester Bradshaw, Mrs. Mary Bradshaw, W. E. Davies, Mr. and Mrs.
Elbert Bigham, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Bigham, Tom Riley, Mr. and Mrs. Carl
von der Hellen.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 20, 1936, page 9Mrs. James McDowell and infant daughter returned home from the Stanley maternity home, February 12. Mother and baby are doing fine. Mrs. John Rader of Eagle Point was an overnight guest of her daughter, Mrs. Ina Stanley, February 14. Mrs. June Barton, Mrs. Helen Culbertson, Mrs. B. K. Riggs and Mr. and Mrs. Bill Bigham helped Mrs. Nell von der Hellen paper their house February 17. Lunch was served to them at the home of Mrs. B. K. Riggs. Mr. and Mrs. Grover of Grants Pass attended the Antelope Literary Club February 14. Antelope Literary Club met February 14. The program was as follows: "Mail Order Wife"; reading by Mrs. Walter Charley; music by Clinton and Opal Charley; play, "The Rest Cure." Three songs were sung by the Baize trio, Dick, James and mother, Mrs. S. W. Baize, accompanied on guitar by Dick Baize. After the program, refreshments were served to one of the largest crowds ever known at Antelope. Mrs. Ed Dutton of Applegate spent a few days recently with Mrs. Esther Dutton. Everyone was sorry to learn of the death of the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. George Millard, February 11. Mrs. Ed Dutton and Mrs. Esther and Mrs. Fred Dutton, February 11. Dutton were luncheon guests of Mr. [omission]. Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Greb spent the weekend at Butte Falls. Antelope school board met at the schoolhouse February 17. Mrs. Marcia Erickson entertained with a Valentine party for her pupils and their mothers. Dainty refreshments were served to everyone. Those present were Mesdames Woods, Allen, Davies, Laura and Myra Bigham, White, Beck, Burton, Jack Wood and Elbert Bigham. Mrs. Laura Pierce of Medford is spending a few days with her daughter, Mrs. Helen Culbertson. A girls' "sub-deb" club is being organized by Mrs. Lester Bradshaw and the older girls of Antelope. A club room has been given them at the home of Mrs. Wanda White. Each girl is to contribute a piece of furniture so as to furnish it into a cozy play and work room. Mrs. Marcie Erickson is planning an all-day hike for the older pupils, February 22. All are looking forward to it with much enthusiasm. McLEOD
McLEOD, Feb. 20.--(Spl.)--The Upper Rogue H.E. Club met Tuesday at the
home of Mrs. E. L. Glass. Most of the afternoon was pleasantly spent in
planning a program for next Grange lecture hour. The chairman, Mrs.
Ritchie, announced that an educational feature would be included in the
year's H.E. programs. Arrangements have been made for a talk on cancer
by Miss Blanche Runnels in the near future. Much interest was displayed
in the Pollyanna Club organized at this meeting. About 20 members and
visitors were present.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 20, 1936, page 9Mrs. Roy Vaughn attended the Home Interest conference at Corvallis last week as a delegate of the McLeod home extension unit. She is very enthusiastic over her trip and asks all members to come prepared with notebooks when reports will given. Plans are being made for a special joint meeting of the Trail and McLeod unite in the near future, when all delegates will submit reports. The Trail Dramatic Club is receiving congratulations on their free trip to Corvallis as a reward for winning the Jackson County dramatic contest. Their victory has revived much interest in community dramatics, and we are all anxious to see them produce a three-act play soon. The many fine points learned from their critics in the state finals have prepared them for some finished amateur acting which will be more than appreciated by residents of the upper Rogue. Dick Vincent suffered a heart attack last week and was rushed to a Medford hospital where he is reported to be in a serious condition. The McLeod home extension unit will meet Thursday, February 27, at the home of Mrs. N. F. Ohrt. Mrs. Mabel Mack will be present to lead a discussion on "Food at 40." Mrs. Mack wishes every member to be present for this important study. Potluck luncheon at noon. We are sorry to report that many of our people have been stricken with flu attacks. Among them are Mrs. Millie Glass, Mrs. Essie Sawyer, Dean Tate and Mr. and Mrs. Carl Stearns. Chas. Weber is having drainage tile placed through his yard to prevent further erosion. This winter's rain storms washed considerable soil into the river. Ralph Mallery has returned to the Vaughn ranch where he will help Mr. Vaughn with his spring farming. He has been employed in California during the winter. The dance given by the Grange Saturday night at Rogue Elk was very well attended and a good time was reported. The Grange dances are becoming more and more popular as a result of excellent orchestra music furnished by Mrs. Goldie Johnson and sons Clair and Carl Stearns; smooth floor and capable management by Ray Briggs. The next Grange dance will be given Saturday night, February 29. Mr. and Mrs. Dean Tate are clearing their campground and burning brush. They expect to begin building some new, modern cabins this early spring. ELK CREEK
ELK CREEK, Feb.
20.--(Spl.)--The Elk Creek Social Club will give a dance at the
clubhouse February 22. Visitors are welcome.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 20, 1936, page 9Ruby Garton and Nellie Chamberlain called on Mrs. Edna Hutchinson Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. D. W. Pence has returned to her home after spending a week with her daughter, Mr. Roy Vaughn, at McLeod. Stuart Ditsworth spent Sunday afternoon at the Ed Houston home on Long Branch. F. J. Sinclair is doing some mechanical work for Art Moore at Persist. Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Chamberlain received word from their daughter, Mrs. Geo. Johnson, saying they are in Wyoming, and fighting lots of snow drifts. The Johnsons visited here in December. Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Garton and Rey McGarity spent Sunday at Evans Valley and visited the Baker families. Several from this community attended the dance at Rogue Elk Saturday night. Everyone reported a good time. Mrs. Ervin Hutchinson and son have been on the sick list this week. Decidedly Unsatisfactory
To the Editor:
"Communications," Medford
Mail Tribune, February 23, 1936, page 8Concerning your article entitled "Attendance increase shown by schools in Trail neighborhood," and published February 19, I will say that evidently your informant did not point out to you that the increase in attendance of the Shady Cove school is partially due to the fact that the said district furnishes transportation and tuition to two other school districts, Debenger Gap No. 50 and Hatchery No. 84, according to the financial statement of June 17, 1935. Shady Cove School District's net indebtedness was $2,013.58 and the bonded indebtedness $5,000 and the assessed valuation $114,076.80. So that providing the school district issued bonds to its full legal capacity there would still remain an indebtedness of $1,309.69 over and above its bonded indebtedness. Probably the board of directors who contribute a very small amount towards the financial support of the school, your informant and a few others who pay little or no tax consider this condition "very satisfactory." However, I believe those on whom the school depends largely for its sustenance consider the condition decidedly unsatisfactory E. PEILE, Trail, Ore.
February 21, 1936.BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO,
Feb. 24.--(Spl.)--Leland Dysinger has returned to Applegate and will
make his home with his father.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 24, 1936, page 2W. H. Swain and H. W. Wright joined C. E. Meyers and Bill Gibson at Medford recently and all went to Foots Creek to look at a mine. The Craig family have moved from the Tucker house into the house on the Hessler place, recently purchased by Mr. Craig. Mr. and Mrs. William Barker and children of Merrill were visiting with old friends here Sunday. They were overnight guests at the Blaess home Saturday night. On Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Louie Blaess celebrated their 13th wedding anniversary with a dinner, their guests being Bill Swain, Rolf Bieberstedt and the Barker family. Dave Brown is a guest at the Jesse Glass home. Mrs. Jesse Glass spent the weekend at the Childreth home, in Eagle Point. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Marshall spent several days in Medford last week visiting with friends. Rev. D. D. Randall, missionary, visited at Sunday school last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Irvin Barrows meet with us every Sunday afternoon and an interesting Bible study is enjoyed. We wish more of the Brownsboro people would attend our Sunday school. REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, Feb. 25.--(Spl.)--Brother Harry Powell, who has been quite
ill at his home, is very much improved at this writing. Mr. Powell had
a slight stroke. We are very glad to announce his improved condition.
He became ill February 20.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 25, 1936, page 11Last week everything indicated that spring was just around the corner. Girls could be seen playing marbles on the school grounds at noons and recesses, but old man winter came along this week, bringing a flurry of snow, changing the game to that of throwing snowballs. C. W. Miller, late of Colorado, near Denver, who bought our genial mail carrier's home in Eagle Point, has been driving our mail route, while Mr. Childers has been building a new house. He will be back on duty as soon as the house is completed. Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack just received another letter and radiogram from their daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Hannaford of Manila. They are just fine. Mrs. Dennis Clark returned Friday from the Shriners' hospital in Portland, where she had taken her little son, Walter, for treatments. Mrs. Pearl Hatfield visited Thursday with Mrs. Charles Humphrey, also Mrs. John Hankins. Miss Alice Ruttencutter, our primary teacher, spent Saturday in Medford shopping and visiting friends. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphrey were dinner guests February 16 of Mr. and Mrs. Al Hildreth of Butte Falls and also called later in the day on Mr. and Mrs. Joe Trefren of Butte Falls. The home of Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack was the scene of a lovely party Friday, it being Mrs. Jack's birthday. The home and school circle met for their monthly get-together day and bountiful dinner. Even though it was a very cold, windy, rainy day there was a good crowd and everyone had a fine time until the word of Mr. Seaman's passing came, and the crowd left soon after, without the usual business session. Those who enjoyed the hospitality of Mr. and Mrs. Jack's home were as follows: Mr. and Mrs. H. Ball, Mr. and Mrs. Wallace McDowell, Mr. and Mrs. James McDowell and new baby, Marilyn Gale, Mr. and Mrs. Sanford Erminson, Mr. and Mrs. Merle Jack and two sons, Edwin and Alva, Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Gardner, Mrs. Homer Martin and son, Stanley, Mrs. Mike Heckenberger, Mrs. Theo. Rein, Mrs. Thomas Vestal, Mrs. Ivan Hatfield, Mrs. Charles Humphrey, Mrs. Dennis Clark, Mrs. R. D. Nichols, Mrs. R. M. Brown, Mrs. J. E. Leigh, Mrs. W. E Hammel, Mrs. Thomas Pullen, Mrs. Elmer Robertson and two children, Betty and David, Mrs. J. E. Grow, Eileen Grow, Mrs. Rose Sturgill, Mrs. Dennis Clark, Mrs. W. R. Lamb. Ralph Merritt is working on their new home. He is getting ready to move in before long. Among those going to the funeral of Mr. Seaman from this locality were Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack, Mr. and Mrs. James Hatfield, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphrey, Mr. and Mrs. Homer Martin, Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Gardner, and quite a few other residents. LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN, Feb. 26--(Spl.)--Those attending the funeral of Ted
Seaman from this district were Mr. and Mrs. Ross Kline, Mr. and Mrs. H.
C. Short, Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Stowell, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Jackson, Mr.
and Mrs. Carlyle Natwick, Mr. and Mrs. George Stowell, Guy Pruitt, Tom
and Charles Givan. The many friends of this community extend their
deepest sympathy to Mrs. Seaman and children.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 26, 1936, page 9Mrs. Nick Young has been ill this week with a bad cold. Mrs. Mary Stowell slipped and fell on a cement floor Sunday afternoon. She was bruised quite badly but fortunate in not having any bones broken. Clark K. Merrill, who is employed in the post office department at Eugene and has been spending his vacation in Los Angeles, spent Monday visiting his aunt, Mrs. Ruby Young. He left on the afternoon train Tuesday for Portland. Mr. and Mrs. Ross Kline and Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Short were guests at a birthday dinner Sunday in honor of Mr. Kline's mother at the home of his sister, Mrs. Henry Walters, at Talent. Mr. and Mrs. L. F. Boren just received 1000 baby chicks from Russell's hatchery at Corvallis. Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Mangold and Mr. and Mrs. George Stowell attended the agricultural conference in Medford Thursday and Friday of last week. Dairy cows and veal are in great demand at present. There were three cattle buyers in the neighborhood last week. Mr. Harmon, representative for the Samson Feed Store, and also Mr. Wright, Monarch field man, were out calling on old customers and prospective ones recently. Don Pruitt spent Sunday visiting Vandry Boren. Miss Irene Charley of Lake Creek spent the weekend with Jean Stowell. Mrs. M. L. Pruitt's brother, D. T. Cox, from Winters, Cal., is here for a short visit. Mrs. Pottenger of Medford also visited her sister, Mrs. M. L. Pruitt, Saturday. Last week we thought spring had come. Baby chicks arrived, farming began in general. But this week we know why the groundhog returned to his hole. Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Stowell and daughters Irene, Vesta, Bonnie, and Miss Irene Charley attended the basketball game at Sams Valley Friday night. Mrs. Carlyle Natwick was in Medford on business Friday. Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Mellinger were shopping in Medford Saturday. Wm. Perry of Eagle Point was a business caller here last week. Mrs. Ewing of Eagle Point was calling on customers in this district last Thursday. Mrs. Susie Stowell visited Mrs. Nick Young Friday. TRAIL
TRAIL, Feb.
27.--(Spl.)--Arthur Brown, state Grange organizer of Salem, was calling
on friends here last week.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 27, 1936, page 9Robert Scott of Stockton, Cal., visited his parents here over the past weekend. Ernie Segessenman had teeth extracted Monday, so is feeling rather low at this time. John LaDieu of Los Angeles spent several days visiting his parents here last week, en route to Spokane on a business trip. Howard Ash is repairing the telephone line, which was down in several places since the snow. Mrs. Johnson, near Shady Cove, is still very ill at her home. Mrs. Francis Ash, who has been confined to her bed with flu for nearly a week, has so far recovered as to be able to sit up for an hour or two. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Clark shopped in Medford Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. K. E. Hutchinson and little daughter, Shirley, of Klamath Falls were weekend guests at the S. W. Hutchinson home. Mrs. Nancy Crager of Port Orford and Mrs. Vern Conley of Ashland visited with Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker at California on the Rogue Friday. Mrs. Crager is a sister of Mrs. Tucker and Mrs. Conley a sister-in-law. H. L. Johnson of Sunset on the Rogue is busy getting things in order to build several modern cabins before the tourist season starts. Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker called on Harry Merriman and Francis Ash Monday afternoon and Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson called on them Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Burt Clark spent Wednesday with Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker at California on the Rogue. The Trail Extension unit met at the home of Eva Segessenman February 20. There was a good attendance to listen to the demonstration on meat cookery put on by the leaders, Mrs. Cecil Pritchart and Mary Payton. After the business meeting a shower was given Mrs. Francis Weeks. A covered dish lunch was served at noon. The next meeting will be held at Mrs. Cecil Pritchart's on March 12. At this meeting plans will be made for the annual dinner for members of families, to be given March 24 at Rogue Elk hall. The Upper Rogue Grange is busy planning for the new hall, which is to be started very soon. Mr. Hall and son, who bought California on the Rogue last fall, write they expect to arrive here March 1 to take over the place. ELK CREEK
ELK CREEK, Feb. 27.--(Spl.)--The Elk Creek Social Club met at the club
house February 21. Being a social meeting, the evening was spent in
dancing and at a late hour a basket supper was served.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 27, 1936, page 9Miss Alberta Pence spent Wednesday afternoon at the H. D. Chamberlain home. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Sturgis were Medford callers Monday. Mr. and Mrs. F. J. Sinclair and family visited Friday night with Mr. and Mrs. Howard Mathers at Prospect. Mrs. Gene Converse is spending a few weeks in Ashland. Word was received by relatives from Mrs. Stuart Ditsworth, who is in Oakland, Cal., that she has undergone an operation and is getting along fine. Mr. and Mrs. Wallace Cushman and son and Mrs. Callie Frye and family of Trail Creek were among those who attended the dance at the club house February 22. Mrs. D. W. Pence is confined to her bed suffering with a severe cold. Mrs. E. E. Griffitts and son, Ebron, of Medford were calling on Mr. and Mrs. Homer Chamberlain Friday evening. They also attended the club meeting. The Griffitts planned on leaving Sunday to look about their ranch there. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Houston of Long Branch visited Wednesday with Mr. and Mrs. Houston's parents, Mr. and Mrs. D. W. Pence. Roy McGarity took Ervin Gray and Gene Converse to Medford February 25. Miss Vida Sinclair of McLeod spent Sunday evening with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. F. J. Sinclair. Alberta and Lincoln Pence and Vernon Chamberlain spent Sunday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Roy Vaughn. Medford Mail Tribune, February 27, 1936, page 9 EAGLE POINT P.-T.A. PLANS CHICKEN DINNER
EAGLE POINT, Feb. 27.--(Spl.)--On Wednesday evening, March 4, a chicken
dinner will be served by the Eagle Point Parent-Teacher Association in
the Eagle Point grade school building. Dinner hour will be from 6 to
7:30 p.m.There will be a nominal charge and the proceeds will be used to help with the salary of the school nurse, Miss Wiser. The P.-T.A. cordially invites all to come to Eagle Point and have dinner with them. E. B. RICHARDSON OF TRAIL PASSES
Edmund B. Richardson, 43 and a resident of Jackson County since coming
here with his parents six months of age, passed away in a local
hospital Thursday evening.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 28, 1936, page 5He was born at Tacoma, Wash., Nov. 10, 1892. During his life in this county, he has resided at various places, but for the past 10 years has been with his parents at Trail. Besides his parents, Mr. and Mr. John W. Richardson, he leaves two brothers, Roy Richardson of Los Angeles and Carl of Prospect. Funeral services will be held at the Conger chapel at 2:00 p.m. Sunday with Rev. D. E. Millard officiating. Interment will be in the Medford I.O.O.F. cemetery. TRAIL MAN SEEKS SEAT IN CONGRESS ON MONEY SYSTEM
James A. Coomes
of Trail today announced he would be an independent candidate for
representative in the U.S. Congress.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 28, 1936, page 11Mr. Coomes said his bid for the office would be based primarily upon his own "currency control principle" by which he expects to stabilize prices and remove the vagaries of fluctuating money values. He explained his principle embraces establishment of a dual system of money, one for international settlements, the other for domestic business, each independent of the other but connected by a variable ratio of exchange. The present gold standard would be retained by Mr. Coomes for the international money system, while the domestic system would involve fiat currency. The money for home use would be issued directly by the government, the volume to be regulated in accordance with an established average price index. If the price index rises, a retail tax would be imposed to bring it back in line, while if it dropped below its established level the government would put more money into circulation to bring it back to normal, Mr. Coomes related. The first step in his plan, he said, is to retire all national, state, county and municipal debt with the new fiat money. Mr. Coomes came to Trail with his family three years ago from Hampton, Iowa. He said he has had wide experience as an auditor. ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, Feb.
27.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Hollis Burton and sons visited Mr. and
Mrs. B. K. Riggs Friday, February 21.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 28, 1936, page 17Mrs. Jim Beck and Mrs. Bill White, assisted by Mrs. Lester Bradshaw entertained the Ladies' Social Club on February 19. Those present were Mesdames Dot Dutton, Myra Bigham, Laura Bigham, Anna Davies, Louisa Greb, Gertrude Greb, Velma Wood, Ruby Riggs, Nell von der Hellen, Margaret Bradshaw, and the hostesses, Mrs. Beck and Mrs. White. Mrs. Marcia Erickson attended the Ladies' Social Club in the afternoon after closing school. S. W. Baize, father of Mrs. Ruby Riggs, delivered the ice cream for the meeting held at the Brownsboro store February 15. The cream was donated by the Grover dairy of Medford. Mr. and Mrs. Hollis Burton and sons were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Bigham February 13. The people of Antelope were deeply shocked to learn of the death of Ted Seaman of Eagle Point, as he was well known in this district. The sympathy of the community is extended to Mrs. Seaman and children. Those from Antelope who attended the funeral of Ted Seaman Sunday were Elbert Bigham, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hatlett, Mr. and Mrs. Wallace McDowell and son James, Mrs. Sarah Riley and son Tom, Fred Dutton, Bill Wattenberg, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Wood, Earl Yorton, Harve Stanley, John Greb, Mr. and Mrs. Jessie and Mr. and Mrs. B. K. Riggs. Between three and four inches of snow fell here the night of the 23rd. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Lindsay and daughter called on Mr. and Mrs. B. K. Riggs the evening of February 23. EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, Feb. 28.--(Spl.)--Sincere sympathy is extended to Mrs.
Seaman and family in the loss of husband and father, Russell T. Seaman,
whose funeral was held in Medford last Sunday at the Conger funeral
parlor. It was one of the largest funerals ever held in Medford, as
"Ted" had a host of warm friends in this and and the adjoining
communities. He had a fine genial personality that will live long in
the memory of those who knew him best.
Medford
Mail Tribune, February 28, 1936, page 17Former Judge TouVelle of Jacksonville was a caller at the Frank Brown home last Sunday. The ladies of the Eagle Point P.-T.A. are giving a dinner next Wednesday evening in the grade school building. They will start serving at 6 o'clock. Walter Olmscheid and Harry Young of Medford were business callers in Eagle Point Wednesday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. A. O. Young and Mrs. Young's mother, Mrs. Hannah McIntyre of McLeod, were callers at the Putman home Wednesday. Wm. Totten of Butte Falls was a business caller in Eagle Point Wednesday. Mrs. Dollie Moomaw spent Wednesday at Reese Creek soliciting members for the Townsend Club of Eagle Point. Mrs. Moomaw believes in going out after them, and she always brings home the "bacon." She and Cal Spencer are the prize "scalp getters" and if Harry Ohin of the Big Rock Candy Mountain is still in the notion of paying a bounty on Townsendites, he can start paying right here in Eagle Point, as we are adding more "scalps" to the Townsend belt every day. Mrs. Frank Brown and Lottie Van Scoy were joint hostesses to the Eagle Point H.E. Club at Mrs. Brown's home Wednesday afternoon with twenty-two members present. Those on the sick list at present are Mrs. Edith Weidman, Roy Ashpole and Joe Wisdom, but all are getting along nicely at this time. George B. Brown of Brownsboro was calling on friends and trading in Eagle Point, Wednesday afternoon. Louis Putman, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. George Putman of Eagle Point, who has been in the Hawaiian Islands for the past year, returned home Thursday afternoon. Mrs. Frank Brown, Mrs. Grace Walker and daughter Alice, Lottie Van Scoy, Florence and Minnie Putman, attended the "So Red the Rose" at the Holly Theater in Medford, Wednesday evening. The Eagle Point Townsend Club met at the Grange hall Monday evening. A large crowd was in attendance. L. R. Johnson of Wimer was the speaker and gave an eloquent and inspiring talk which was appreciated by the audience. There will be a dance in the Grange hall given by the Townsend Club next Thursday night, with the Dynge Bros. orchestra to furnish the music. A good time is assured and all are invited. Mr. and Mrs. Guy Humphrey of Berrydale were visitors at the Putman home last Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Robt. LaRocque of Merrill attended the Seaman funeral in Medford last Sunday. Gene Walton of Central Point, recently of this place, is ill this week with mumps. Mrs. Hazel Stoner and Mrs. Orville Henderson called on Mrs. Chas. Roadarmel Wednesday afternoon. Although still in a wheel chair, Mrs. Roadarmel is recovering nicely, from the broken leg she received a month ago. Mr. Woodrich, manager of the Ladino cheese factory, is having a new porch and approach built in front of the factory building. Dan Patrick is head carpenter. Eagle Point P.T.A. Chicken Dinner to Swell Nurse Fund
EAGLE POINT, Feb. 29.--(Spl.)--The Eagle Point P.T.A. on March 4 will
serve another of the chicken dinners for which the organization has
gained a great reputation in the past four years. Proceeds for the
dinners go to carry on P.T.A. projects. This year's affair will aid in
giving the Eagle Point school and community the services of a trained
nurse one day each week.The dinner will be served in the grade school building from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and will include creamed chicken on hot biscuit, potatoes, a vegetable, salad, dessert and coffee. A nominal charge will be made. Medford Mail Tribune, March 1, 1936, page 3 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, March 3.--(Spl.)--Our school has just finished the six
weeks' semester. Both rooms are progressing nicely. The children of
both rooms are interested in starting a weekly newspaper and it's a
real newspaper. They do exceedingly well. James Hartley entertained
both rooms at school, February 26, with several numbers on his
harmonica and banjo. Since then there has been quite a revival of
music, as he promised all the students who could play the scale and two
songs on a harmonica, a harmonica pin soon. Besides the music reivval,
the school has a new bat and ball to begin their spring baseball
practice. There is something doing all the time at the Reese Creek
school.We are very glad indeed to announce that Brother Harry Powell is up and out again, feeling quite himself. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas, who have been quite ill with the flu, are well and were out to Sunday school Sunday. Miss Eileen Grow is home to stay after spending several weeks in Medford. Eldred Jack, who was ill with a bad cold four days last week, returned to school Friday. Ralph Lamb spent the evening visiting her grandparents, February 26, at the W. R. Lamb home. Quite a number of people were out last week looking for real estate in our locality. Mrs. Inch, county supervisor, visited our school Wednesday, February 26. Mrs. John Foster is in the Community Hospital. She is getting along nicely now and has the best wishes of the community for her early recovery. Mrs. and Mrs. Ernest Albers of Butte Falls and their children, Bobby and Barbara, spent Sunday evening visiting Mrs. Albers' uncle and family, Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack. Those attending the Leap Year party at Derby from here, February 29, were Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cowden, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Vestal and Kathleen, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphrey, Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack, Alex Vestal, Eldred Jack and Mr. and Mrs. Merle Jack. Also Frank Strahan, Hollis Martin, Miss Evelyn Jack. Larry Leigh and Ralph Lamb attended the birthday party of Miss Barbara Kelley, near Shady Cove, Saturday night. Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Martin and baby of near Phoenix were 6 o'clock dinner guests of Melvin's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Homer Martin, and family Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Wallace McDowell, Mr. and Mrs. James McDowell and baby Marilyn of Antelope, also Mr. and Mrs. Church Stille and son Mac of Medford, and Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack, Grandma Vestal, Alex Vestal and Eldred Jack of our locality were all dinner guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. Ball Sunday. Mrs. Ball is up and able to walk around with the aid of crutches. The ladies in the party took the dinner and prepared a bounteous meal, and gave Mrs. Ball a wonderful day. We are all so glad she is much better. Mrs. Elmer Robertson entertained with a well-appointed party honoring her daughter, Mrs. Vernon Hayes of Phoenix, Friday afternoon, February 28. Those enjoying her hospitality were Mrs. H. Ball, Mrs. W. E. Hammel, Mrs. Mary Brouse, Mrs. Theo. Rein and daughters Hilda and Tryia, and Mrs. Charles Cummons, Mrs. Agnes Moffitt, Mrs. Wilfred Jack, Mrs. Charles Humphrey, Mrs. Ivan Hatfield, Mrs. Grace Rusho, Miss Ethel Ewing, Mrs. W. R. Lamb and Mrs. Haynes, who received many beautiful presents. Mrs. Robertson served most delicious refreshments of cake, sandwiches, coffee and tea. After listening to the terrible avalanche of snow that caused the snowslide over the radio, where the family was buried in the snow in Idaho Saturday night, we are all glad we live in dear old Jackson County, where the sun shines. This certainly is a "great country." Medford Mail Tribune, March 3, 1936, page 7 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, March 3.--(Spl.)--The Reese Creek W.C.T.U. will meet
Thursday evening at 8 o'clock at the school house. All members and
friends are invited to be present.Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb and Miss Alice Ruttencutter were guestst Monday evening for a 6 o'clock turkey dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Powell. Mrs. Powell prepared a most delicious dinner, which was certainly enjoyed. Medford Mail Tribune, March 3, 1936, page 7 EAGLE POINT DANCE TO BE IN OASIS HALL
EAGLE POINT, March 3.--(Spl.)--The Townsend Club dance to be given here
Thursday night, March 5, will be held in the Oasis hall. Dynge's
orchestra is to supply music for the affair and a large crowd is
anticipated.Medford Mail Tribune, March 3, 1936, page 7 EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, March 4.--(Spl.)--Roy Ashpole, who has been ill for some
time, was taken to the Community Hospital in Medford last Sunday for
medical attention. It is sincerely hoped by his many friends that he
will soon be well again.Mrs. J. P. DeWitt of Medford was a caller at the Oasis beauty salon Monday afternoon. Mrs. Bert Peachy and children of Ashland spent last Sunday with Mrs. Peachy's mother, Mrs. Allie Daley, and her aunt, Mrs. Childreth, of this place. A party honoring Grandpa Robertson on his 88th birthday was held at the home of his son, John Robertson, last Sunday with about thirty-five relatives and friends present. The guests and other friends hope Grandpa Robertson will have many more happy birthdays with as good health as he now enjoys. Mrs. James Forbes and Mrs. Bowman of Jacksonville were business callers in Eagle Point Tuesday forenoon. Mr. and Mrs. Bud Henshaw of Butte Falls visited with Mrs. Lota Pearce Monday afternoon while on their way home from a business trip to Medford. Ralph Brandon of Klamath spent last weekend with his sister, Mrs. Don Brittsan, and family. Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Ferren of Ashland were visitors at the Henderson home Monday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Straus and little son of Sams Valley spent last Sunday with Mrs. Straus' parents, Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Pearce. Mr. and Mrs. Guy Humphries of Perrydale were visitors at the Putman home last Sunday. The dance to be given by the Eagle Point Townsend Club Thursday night will be in the Oasis hall instead of the Grange hall as was stated in last week's items. It is hoped a large crowd will be in attendance. Good music is assured, with the finest spring floor in the state to dance on, and a delicious lunch will be served at midnight, so if you don't have a good time it will be your own fault. Mr. Childers and wife, who have been visiting his brother, Harry, and family of this place for several days, left Monday for Arizona, where they will spend some time before returning to their home in North Dakota. Frankie Bowers of Camas Valley, Ore., made a short visit to Don Brittsan and family last Saturday on his way home from several days' visit with his sister, Mrs. L. T. Brittsan, of Butte Falls. "Shorty" Miles of Medford was calling on friends in Eagle Point last Sunday and talking "Chevrolet" at the same time. Medford Mail Tribune, March 4, 1936, page 7 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN, March 5.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Rankin have sold
their entire ranch to Clarence Rankin and Fred Farlow. Mr. and Mrs. H.
B. Rankin moved to Medford yesterday, where they will make their home.Mr. and Mrs. Roy Smith of Eagle Point were visiting friends in this vicinity Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Mangold returned Sunday afternoon from a business trip to Corvallis. They went north as far as Olympia and Tacoma and visited relatives of Mr. Mangold. On their way back they stopped at Newport and Lakeside for a short visit with Mr. Mangold's relatives. They report a very pleasant trip. Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Short, Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Stowell and Mrs. Eva Nichols of Eagle Point were visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Carlyle Natwick Saturday evening. Later they all went to the dance at Rogue Elk. Velda Messenger visited Bonnie Jean Stowell Sunday. Miss Helen Dugan, who is employed at the courthouse in Medford, visited her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Tim Dugan, Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Keith Scott were visitors in this district Wednesday from Eagle Point. Mrs. H. C. Short has accepted a position with the Eagle Point Irrigation Company. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Stowell, Bonnie Jean and Velda Messenger were over to the Holcomb Springs Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Ross Kline were in Medford on business Monday. They brought home a load of land plaster with them. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Smith and Mr. and Mrs. Nick Young called at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Tim Dugan Sunday afternoon. Miss Irene Stowell visited at the home of Irene Charley of Brownsboro over the weekend. Mrs. M. L. Pruitt and son Guy spent Monday in Medford shopping. They brought home a brand new electric brooder. Harry Smith of the Illinois Valley purchased a young registered Guernsey sire from Geo. Stowell last week. Mr. and Mrs. Esch had the misfortune to lose two nice calves with the blackleg this week. Mr. Esch and Mr. Ousterhout are now vaccinating for blackleg. Eads Transfer truck was out Wednesday, moving Mr. and Mrs. Rankin. Ross Kline is deputy assessor for this district. He starts to work Monday morning. Mr. and Mrs. I. F. Boren were callers at the Geo. Stowell home Sunday. Medford Mail Tribune, March 5, 1936, page 6 ELK CREEK
ELK CREEK, March 5.--(Spl.)--The Elk Creek Social Club will give a
dance at the club house Saturday night. Visitors are welcome.W. D. Strand of Eagle Point has been shearing goats in this community this week. Mrs. Ida Miller returned to her home Sunday after spending the past month with her sons, Weston and Gordon Miller, at Persist. The county school nurse visited the school Monday. Roy McGarity of Lakeview returned to his home March 4 after visiting his sister, Mrs. J. S. Garton, the past three weeks. Mrs. Hazel Gentry of Medford visited her parents, Mr. and Mrs. D. W. Pence, Tuesday. Wayne Doak, father I. N. Doak, and brother Kermit, of Klamath Falls, and Mrs. Doak's brother and wife, Mr. and Mrs. Hahn, of Mt. Shasta, spent several days at the Wayne Doak home. His father remained for a longer visit. Mr. and Mrs. F. J. Sinclair and family were shopping in Medford Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Sam Geary and family spent Friday with Mrs. Blanche Zimmerlee. Mrs. Ervin Hutchinson is on the sick list this week. Jesse Hall had the misfortune to wreck his car Saturday evening, but escaped with minor injuries. Mr. and Mrs. Homer Chamberlain spent Sunday at Rogue Elk and helped Mr. MacDonald clean the hall after the Grange dance. Medford Mail Tribune, March 5, 1936, page 9 ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE. March 5.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Sarah Riley called on Mrs. Ted Dutton March 2.Mr. and Mrs. Sam Harnish and children of Grants Pass, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Harnish and children, Sam Harnish and Mr. and Mrs. Price of Eagle Point were luncheon guests of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Dutton March 2. Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Greb and daughters visited Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Greb of Eagle Point Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Greb are the proud parents of a son born recently. Tom Riley, Sr., is sporting a new 1936 Ford coupe. He is doing some carpenter work for Mr. and Mrs. Harve Stanley. Lester Bradshaw is working for the canal company this week. Mr. and Mrs. Harve Stanley called on Mrs. Rader in Eagle Point Sunday. Little Jack Steele has been very ill with pneumonia but is much improved at this writing. Mr. and Mrs. B. E. Baize of the Meridian orchard and Mrs. S. W. Baize and sons Dick and James were luncheon guests of Mr. and Mrs. B. K. Riggs March 1. Those on the sick list this past week were Mrs. Luther Day, Jack Steele, Mrs. Louisa Greb. little Shirley Ann White and Mrs. Fred Dutton. All are reported improving. All are sorry to learn of the illness of Roy Ashpole of Eagle Point. We hope for a speedy recovery. Mr. and Mrs. Carl von der Hellen have finished remodeling their home and will move in a few days. Antelope Literary Club will have a carnival at the Antelope school house March 13. The lady club members are asked to bring a cake or sandwiches. A beautiful quilt is being made by the club ladies. Everybody welcome. Come and bring your friends. Medford Mail Tribune, March 5, 1936, page 9 McLEOD
McLEOD, March 5.--(Spl.)--Quite a number of neighbors attended the
funeral of Edmund Richardson Sunday afternoon. Edmund died at the
Community Hospital last Thursday night after an illness of several
weeks. The community extends its sympathy to his aged parents.Dick Vincent is reported to be slowly convalescing at the home of relatives in Medford. Mrs. Vincent remains with him. Kenneth Rodgers has been absent from school the past week or so, due to a severe attack of flu. Mrs. Alfred Gorden has been quite ill for several weeks. Mrs. Zella Tullis has attended her. Mr. and Mrs. Gus Ditsworth, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Carlton and all of the Herb Carlton family have had flu attacks. Most of them have recovered at this date. Mrs. Anna Weeks has been treated for eye trouble recently. Due to much illness, there was but a small attendance at the extension meeting at the home of Mrs. Ohrt last Thursday. Those who were present felt extremely fortunate on hearing Mrs. Mack's interesting talk on "Food at Forty." The next meeting will be on meat cookery, at the home of Mrs. Glass, March 26. Mesdames Glass, Sawyer, Maud Ditsworth, Ohrt, Miss Erma Glass and Roy Merriman made up a carload and drove to Central Point Thursday evening, where they enjoyed the presentation of "Candida" at the Grange hall. Much enthusiasm is expressed by everyone who saw this unique play. Several new cabins are under construction at McLeod camp ground. Surveyors have also been plotting building sites on the Tate property the past week. Medford Mail Tribune, March 5, 1936, page 9 TRAIL
TRAIL, March 5.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Mabel Mack and mother, Mrs. Sweeney, and
nephew, Billy, and C. O. Hilloran of Medford all motored to Union Creek
Sunday and back to Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Segessenman's home for dinner
Sunday evening.Mr. and Mrs. R. Dawson have moved into their new house and Mr. and Mrs. Gilhousen, who bought the home where the Dawsons formerly lived, have carpenters busy remodeling, preparing to move in as soon as possible. Martin Burk has returned to school after two weeks' absence on account of measles. Wayne Ash and Miss Laurabell LaDieu called on Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker Saturday evening. Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Blaess, son Bob, and Barney Leabo went skiing at Union Creek Sunday. Mrs. Johnson of Shady Cove was moved to the hospital at Medford Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Burt Clark are helping Mr. and Mrs. Dawson on the new house and moving. Miss Bettie Ash of Elk Creek is staying with her grandmother, Mrs. Mary Warner, this week. Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson called on Mr. and Mrs. Moore of Mooreland Park Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Tucker of Medford were Sunday guests at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker. Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Dinkey and Mr. and Mrs. Joe Dailey, all of Medford, called on Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Segessenman Sunday. Lee Merriman of Medford spent Monday visiting his parents here. A large crowd from Trail attended the Grange dance at Rogue Elk Saturday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Segessenman motored to Hilt, Cal., Monday on a business trip and had dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Burt Mitchell, proprietors of the Hilt hotel. Mr. and Mrs. Eva Segessenman, Lyal Tucker, Alma Merriman, Minnie Blaess and Jimmie Hutchinson motored to Phoenix Tuesday evening and had chicken dinner with the Grange ladies there, then drove on to Bellview to attend Grange the same evening. Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson shopped in Medford Monday. We are having lovely spring weather at last. Everyone is busy with spring work. Medford Mail Tribune, March 5, 1936, page 9 BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO, March 5.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Henry have returned
from California, where they spent the winter visiting with a daughter
at Anaheim and a son at Sacramento.Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Byse, cousins of H. W. Wright, and Mr. and Mrs. Russell Andrews, all of Neillsville, Wis., were guests at the Wright home Monday. Bill Swain is in Medford doing some painting at the Sacred Heart Hospital. Lois Wright spent the weekend with Genevieve Lindsey near Shady Cove. Saturday evening she attended a party at the home of Barbara Kelley. Mrs. Donna Charley is spending a few days with her mother, Mrs. Monia. Opal Charley was also a guest at the Monia home over the weekend. Mr. and Mrs. Luther Day and daughters visited at the Wright home Saturday evening. The Brownsboro school had a 100 percent attendance record for the fourth six-week period. Those perfect in spelling for the entire fourth school period were: Clarence Hayward and Margaret Henry. Those perfect for the week were: Billy Wright, Elmer Blaess, Margaret Henry, Walter Strahan, Allen Henry, Lorraine Blaess and Clarence Hayward. J. E. Albaugh, county club agent, visited the Brownsboro school Wednesday in the interest of the 4-H Club. A 4-H Club has been organized in the school and the project taken is bachelor sewing. The following were elected: Billy Wright, president; Elmer Blaess, vice-president; Margaret Henry, secretary. Medford Mail Tribune, March 5, 1936, page 9 EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, March 6.--(Spl.)--Things not seen in Eagle Point:Ed Putman working. Amy Brown in the library. Bill Perry smoking a pipe. Orville Henderson raising bantams. Mattie Brown tending the sick. Harold Emison riding a bicycle. Lyle Van Scoy being jealous. "Jiggs" Weiman making whoopee. Gertrude Stanley leaving a Townsend meeting. Cal Spencer speaking at a Townsend meeting. Roy Stanley playing tag on a dance hall steps, and spring failing to appear on schedule. Medford Mail Tribune, March 6, 1936, page 15 E.P. FROG RAISER AWAITING CROAKS
EAGLE POINT, March 9.--(Spl.)--Floyd Pearce, the frog tycoon of the
Eagle Point district, is anticipating the first croaks of spring from
his several thousand amphibians in middle April, he has announced. Last
year he bought several pairs of mating frogs from New Orleans,
constructed a large pond for them, and planted pond lilies.Basking on lily pads during last summer, the frogs became quickly oriented and reproduced thousands of tadpoles. (One pair of adult frogs will produce about 12,000 tadpoles in a year.) The tadpoles disappeared in the fall and are now hibernating in the mud on the bottom of the ponds, it is believed. In March, Pearce expects to send to New Orleans for four more pairs, and it is expected that frog legs will be a table delicacy as common here as fried eggs in a few more years. Medford Mail Tribune, March 9, 1936, page 10 REESE CREEK
REESE
CREEK, March 11.--(Spl.)--There is always something doing at the Reese
Creek schoolhouse. The past week both teachers and students were very
busy during spare moments doing their spring cleaning, cleaning the
yard also and putting on a fresh new appearance. Also, picking the
beautiful spring flowers, giving every indication that spring is here.Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Bellows are quite proud of their first grandson, born to their son and wife, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Bellows of Palo Alto, Cal. He was born February 26 and weighs seven pounds, 10 ounces. The young man is named Bartland Eugene. Dorothy Vestal was out of school last week with the flu. Larry Leigh and DeArmond Leigh are having quite a siege of the flu. Mrs. Charles Humphrey and Mrs. Thomas Vestal visited the school Tuesday afternoon and called on Mrs. Edward Cowden the same day. Mrs. Humphrey is one of the directors of this district. Frances and Lois Moravet and John Braack were all absent from school this week on account of flu. Ralph Lamb went to Ashland Friday, March 6, and played on the basketball team in the tournament with the Eagle Point High School team. Mr. and Mrs. James McDowell and baby Marilyn Gale were 6 o'clock dinner guests at the home of Mr. and Mr. Wilfred Jack and family Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb and daughter Edna of Derby were dinner guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Gardner and family. Mr. and Mrs. Wallace McDowell spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. H. Ball. It seems nice to see Brother Powell able to take the milk to the Eagle Point cheese factory again. He is feeling much better now. Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack had as their guest Sunday evening Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Robertson, Betty and David, Mr. and Mrs. Hober Martin and Stanley, Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Gardner and A. Kavin, Mrs. Kavin, and Mr. and Mrs. Merle Jack and two sons are here for a few days looking after interests here. Mrs. Ray Bilderback and sister-in-law, Mrs. Earl Harendeen, both of Medford, were out Wednesday spending the day with Mrs. Bilderback's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphrey. Other callers the same day were Mrs. Edward Cowden and Mrs. Robert Humphrey and two children, Ralph and Darleene. Mrs. C. E. Lamb and daughter Edna of Derby and Miss Alice Ruttencutter accompanied W. R. Lamb to Medford Saturday, March 7. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Humphrey and children were shopping in Medford Saturday. Callers during the week at the W. R. Lamb home were Mrs. Pearl Hatfield, Miss Shirley Chapman and Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb and Edna and Ralph, all of Derby. The farmers are all busy these days putting on land plaster and clearing ditches. John Foster has charge of a crew of men working on the ditches, getting everything in readiness by the time the irrigation is needed. Mrs. John Foster is home from the Community Hospital, much improved. We all hope for her complete recovery. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cummons, Mrs. Agnes Moffitt and Miriam and Charles were dinner guests Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Powell. They enjoyed a fine duck dinner. A physical examination of all the students at school will be held March 23 by the doctor and nurse of Medford. Mrs. Frank Hill was a very pleasant caller at the W. R. Lamb home Monday. Other callers during the day were Mrs. Wilson Gardner and Mr. and Mrs. Harry Powell. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Merritt have their house pretty well completed. Brother Powell will put in the electric wiring right away. Mr. Merritt will have a very neat and cozy home when they are all finished. They expect to move quite soon. Spring is here. March came in like a lamb. The bluebirds came by the hundreds and beautiful wildflowers are out in full glory. Medford Mail Tribune, March 11, 1936, page 9 BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO, March 1--(Spl.)--Mr.
and Mrs. Melvin Wright and little son were guests at the home of Mr.
and Mrs. H. W. Wright last Sunday.Mildred Hansen has recovered from her second attack of measles and has returned to her school work at Ashland. Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Hansen were business visitors in Medford and Ashland on Thursday of last week. Rev. D. D. Randall of Medford will hold a meeting at the school house Friday evening, March 13. During his service he will show many interesting pictures. An invitation is extended to all. Mrs. Louie Blaess and Mrs. P. A. Henry visited school Wednesday afternoon. The 4-H Club held its regular meeting Friday afternoon. Evelyn Culbertson entered the Brownsboro school Wednesday of last week. The electric lights were installed, both in the school house and teacherage, last week. Medford Mail Tribune, March 11, 1936, page 9 EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, March
18.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Ethel Florey of Medford was a business caller in
Eagle Point Tuesday afternoon.There are several cases of bad colds in Eagle Point at present. Among sufferers are the Roy Smith and Keith Scott families. All are improving at this time. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Perry went to Medford Wednesday afternoon to see Mrs. Amos Ayres, who is ill with the flu. Mr. and Mrs. Don Brittsan, accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Harold Emison, drove to Myrtle Point and back last Sunday, and report a very enjoyable trip. Mrs. Roy Stanley and Miss Ruth Nelson spent Wednesday afternoon in Medford. The Eagle Point Townsend Club met in the Grange hall Monday evening, with a small crowd in attendance, due to so much sickness in the community. After the regular business meeting, some of the members were called on to give their reasons for joining the Townsend ranks. Mrs. Cal Spencer's reason was well stated and met with the hearty approval of the audience. Her main reason was given as being that the Townsend enactment would stimulate buying power and would give encouragement and employment to millions of unemployed youth, as well as security and peace to the millions of the age of 60 and over. The next meeting of the club will be held March 23. This club is also sponsoring a dance at Antioch, Saturday night. Everyone is welcome. A farewell party and dinner was held in the Grange hall last Sunday evening, in honor of Mrs. Alex Fraser and two sons, Charles and Alex, former residents of Eagle Point who are leaving next Sunday for New York City to live, and where Alex will complete his studies in photography. There were 100 guests present. Mrs. Fraser received many beautiful handkerchiefs, while the boys each received a handsome brush set in token of the high esteem in which they are held in the community. Mr. Fraser, Sr., is working on a building contract in Salem at present, which will take between six and eight months to complete, when he too will leave to join his family. Mrs. Fraser and the boys expect to take a month on the road, going south and east through Arizona and visiting points of interest along the way. Their many friends here will miss them, and sincere good wishes go with them for their happiness and good luck, hoping they will return to the Rogue River Valley some time in the near future. Medford Mail Tribune, March 13, 1936, page 9 \ TRAIL
TRAIL, March 13.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Linn Nelley and
Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Tucker, all of Medford, spent Saturday at the Boyd
Tucker home.Mr. and Mrs. Burt Clark spent Tuesday shopping in Medford. Mrs. Lucy Scott and Mrs. Peabody shopped in Medford Monday. Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson attended church in Grants Pass, then visited with Mr. and Mrs. Park Nomer and daughter the remainder of the day Sunday. Mrs. Alma Merriman spent Tuesday shopping in Medford. Ralph Watson has been helping do carpenter work for S. W. Hutchinson the past few days. H. L. Johnson and Clare Stimes of Sunset on the Rogue are helping the new cottages at McLeod for Mrs. Tate. After finishing these they plan on building several new cottages at the Sunset Auto Camp. Mrs. Lucy Scott was calling on friends Tuesday. Mrs. Florence Watson shopped in Medford Saturday. Mrs. Mary Burk and daughter, Inez, and Mrs. Hinthorn and grandson, Harvey, all shopped in Medford Monday. Mr. and Mrs. George Burton and children of Klamath Falls and Mr. and Mrs. H. T. Swingle of Upper Trail, called on Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker at California on the Rogue Sunday. Mr. Brant and Mr. Jensen of Medford were calling on different people in the community who are doing building. Mr. Brant is a plaster and stucco man and Mr. Jensen is with Tomlin Lumber Co. Medford Mail Tribune, March 13, 1936, page 5 EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, March 16.--(Spl.)--Things not seen in
Eagle Point:Ruth Nelson calling for "hot" water. Walter Young digging post-holes. Percy Haley telling a "parlor" story. Frank Brown, cheating old Sol. Minnie Putman laughing. Don Brittsan picking wildflowers. Fern Winslow gracefully astride a horse. Donna Earl vowing vengeance on February 14. Lottie Van Scoy getting a kick out of a joke. Edw. Chamberlain driving a flock of turkeys and not losing his temper. Gordon Campbell patting himself on the back over last weekend. Ernie Dahack building something. Ed Cingcade falling asleep while calling on a lady and our citizens failing to respond to an S.O.S. Medford Mail Tribune, March 16, 1936, page 9
EAGLE POINT P.-T.A. WILL MEET MARCH 23
EAGLE POINT, March 17.--(Spl.) -The Eagle Point
P.-T.A. will meet Monday evening, March 23 at the high school
building. All parents are urged to come.This program is planned particularly to entertain the "dads." The subject for discussion is "Fathers Are Parents." Medford Mail Tribune, March 17, 1936, page 6
SOPHIA CHILDRETH DIES IN EAGLE PT.
Sophia Childreth, 63, wife of W. L. Childreth and native daughter of
Jackson County, passed away at her home in Eagle Point at 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday. She has suffered a gradual decline in health for the past 10
years.Mrs. Childreth was born at Eagle Point March 10, 1873. Except for about five years spent in California and Nevada, she has spent her entire lifetime in this county, where she leaves a wide circle of friends. She was a member of the Presbyterian church, the Eastern Star at Central Point, the Rebekahs of Medford and the Grange at Eagle Point. Besides her husband, she leaves one son, Clarence Robinett of Mapleton, Oregon, and the following stepchildren: Graydon and Orville Childreth and Loretta Coy of Medford; Nora Robertson of Prospect and Heath Childreth, San Francisco. Also one sister and two brothers, Alice Daley, Eagle Point; Edward Simon, Taft, Calif., and Daniel Simon, Antioch, Calif. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Smith of Butte Falls at the Conger chapel at 2:00 p.m., Friday with interment under auspices of the Eagle Point grange in the Antelope cemetery. Medford Mail Tribune, March 19, 1936, page 3 EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, March 19.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Henry Fry of Powers visited at the
Putman home last Monday. Mrs. Fry was called to Brownsboro by the
serious illness of her aged mother, Mrs. Hall, at the home of another
daughter, Mrs. Baker. Mrs. Hall was 93 years of age just a week ago
and has remarkably retained her health and faculties until in the past
few months, when she has gradually failed, until now little hope is
held for her recovery.Ned Holmes and mother of Griffin Creek spent last Sunday with Mrs. Holmes' sister, Mrs. Celia Holmes, of Eagle Point. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Perry, Mr. and Mrs. Theron Taylor, Mrs. Dollie Moomaw and Clarence Day attended the Townsend dance at Beagle last Saturday night. Rehearsals are being held twice a week for the Easter cantata to be held at the church, under the direction of Miss Yetta Olson. Mr. and Mrs. John Henshaw of Butte Falls attended the dance at the Oasis last Saturday night. Mrs. Dale Walker was taken to a hospital in Medford Sunday evening to undergo an operation. It is hoped that she will experience a speedy recovery. Bert Beckelheimer of Medford was in Eagle Point on business Monday. Vance Pearce and Howard Gold went to Klamath Falls Monday morning to look for work. Tom Cingcade left for Portland Monday morning on a business mission, expecting to be gone several days. Johnnie Woodrich was taken to the Community Hospital in Medford last Sunday suffering from a broken leg near the knee joint, which happened as he fell while practicing jumping. Miss Maxine Cannon spent last Saturday and Sunday with her sister, Mrs. L. D. Fox, in Grants Pass. There was a 9-pound son born to Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Peile March 16. The report is that mother and babe are doing fine, but that Alfred is having to wear a bandage on his head. Tommy Coy, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Coy, was married in Eureka, Calif., to Miss Wanaleah French, of that place, last Sunday. Congratulations and best wishes for many years of happiness are extended to them. Mr. and Mrs. Percy Haley entertained a number of friends at their home and the Oasis last Saturday night. Herb Perry is feeling so jubilant at having new wheels and rubber tires on his tractor, it is advised that the neighbors watch their lawns and gardens, as he is trying to plow up the whole countryside. Clarence Robinett left last Sunday morning for Mapleton on a few days' business trip. Henry Childreth of Phoenix visited his brother Wes last Sunday. Robert Harnish and family of Grants Pass spent last Sunday with his brother Ray and family of this place. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Perry spent last Sunday with "Ma" and Hattie Howlett. Mr. and Mrs. John Norris and Miss June were callers on Mr. and Mrs. Orville Henderson last Sunday. Clarence and Wilfred Davies and Mr. and Mrs. L. K. Haak attended the Pomona Grange meeting at Sams Valley last Saturday night. Miss Helen Carl of San Francisco arrived in Eagle Point last Tuesday, where she will spend two weeks as guest of her aunt, Mrs. Frances Campbell. Harold and Ted Guerin of San Francisco called on relatives in Eagle Point Monday, while en route home from a business trip to Northern California and Southern Oregon. Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Hannaford returned to their home in Eagle Point last Saturday after a six weeks' stay in Medford, where Mr. Hannaford received medical treatment. He is very much improved in health, his friends are glad to hear. A meeting of the Fryer ditch company was held in the city hall Monday night for the election of officers for the following term. The next meeting of the Eagle Point Townsend Club will be held next Tuesday evening, March 24, instead of Monday night, as usual. All are urged to be there early, as the meeting will convene at 7:15, so as to finish the business matters before time for our speaker of the evening to take the floor. Mr. C. A. Roberson, of Portland, will be the speaker, and it is sincerely hoped a large crowd will be in attendance to hear this lecture, as Mr. Roberson is an accredited lecturer, editor, educator and philosopher, and a very dynamic speaker. Whether you are a Townsendite or not, come and ask any questions in regard to the Townsend Plan and Mr. Roberson will answer them. The lecture will start at 8 o'clock in the Grange hall. Mrs. Don Brittsan returned home Saturday from several days spent in Medford with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Brandon. Medford Mail Tribune, March 19, 1936, page 11 ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, March 18.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. John C. Greb spent the weekend at Butte Falls.Pupils on the honor roll the past six weeks were Annabelle Riggs, Mary Allen, Betty Jean White, Bob Allen, Clara Mae Bigham. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Bigham and daughters spent March 1 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Kneeland of Medford. Mr. and Mrs. Carl von der Hellen moved onto their ranch near Antelope March 4. Mrs. Ruby Riggs and Mrs. Alva McDowell called on Mrs. Joe Arens March 5. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Lindsay are going to raise frogs for the market this year. Mr. and Mrs. Hollis Burton and son spent Sunday, March 8, picnicking on Table Rock. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hatlett and Mr. and Mrs. B. K. Riggs called on Mr. and Mrs. Harve Stanley, March 8. The cattlemen of Antelope are moving their cattle to the hills the past few days. It is hoped that the last few days of fair weather will start the grass to growing, as some of the cattlemen are a little short on hay. Bob Baize was moved to his mother's home in Medford for medical attention. Mrs. Dottie Dutton was in Eagle Point March 10, shopping. The people of Antelope are proud of the way Antelope has progressed the past four years. A Sunday school, Antelope Literary Club, Ladies' Social Club and Girls' Sub-Deb Club have been organized and now we are looking forward to having electricity installed. Mrs. Marcia Erickson and 17 of her pupils went on a hike near Brownsboro March 7. All enjoyed a good time. Mrs. Luther Day and Mrs. Lester Bradshaw entertained the Sub-Deb Club girls Saturday evening, March 7, with an old-fashioned "hay ride" to Brownsboro, and a wiener roast. Those present were Almeta Day, Frances Beck, Jean Beck, Hazel and Annabella Riggs, Marie Wood, Maxine Yorton, Frank Brown, Betty Phillips, Helen Chirgwin, Mrs. Luther Day, Cora Bigham, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Bigham, Ruby Riggs and Mr. and Mrs. Lester Bradshaw. Miss Helen Chirgwin spent the weekend with Betty Phillips. Mrs. Ida Kent and Mrs. Nell von der Hellen will entertain the Ladies Social Club at the home of Mrs. Ida Kent, March 18. Medford Mail Tribune, March 13, 1936, page 15 McLEOD
McLEOD,
March 13.--(Spl.)--Dick Vincent was brought home Monday from Medford,
where he received medical treatment for several weeks. Though he is
improving in health he is still in a weakened condition.Miss Erma Glass is helping Mrs. Alfred Garden, who is convalescing from a serious illness. Soliciting teams have called on members of the Upper Rogue Grange the past week in an effort to secure sufficient funds to begin building a grange hall. Building and soliciting committees will meet at the Frank Ditsworth home Friday evening for further study of finances and building plans. The Upper Rogue H.E. Club will hold its regular monthly meeting Tuesday, March 17, at the home of Mrs. N. F. Ohrt. Members who failed to draw Pollyannas at last meeting will have an opportunity to do so. A number of important business matters are to be decided upon at this meeting, and all members are urged to attend. Mrs. Sublette attended to business matters in Medford Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. H. M. von Stein spent several days in Medford last week, where Mrs. von Stein received medical attention. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Alworth were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. N. F. Ohrt Sunday. The Upper Rogue Grange will hold another of their popular dances at the Rogue Elk hall Saturday night. Medford Mail Tribune, March 13, 1936, page 15 ELK CREEK
ELK CREEK, March 13.--(Spl.)--The dance at the club house March 7 was well attended and everyone reported a good time.Mrs. Will Gentry and daughter Betty and Mrs. Hazel Gentry of Medford visited at the D. W. Pence home Tuesday. Friends of Mrs. Stuart Ditsworth are glad to learn she is expected home the last of this week from Oakland, Cal., where she has been for the past several weeks receiving medical treatment. Mr. and Mrs. E. N. Gray called on Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Garton Sunday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Mathers and family of Prospect visited Friday evening with Mr. and Mrs. F. J. Sinclair and also attended the club meeting. Henry Trusty of California is visiting relatives here. Mr. and Mrs. McQuin and son of Medford attended the dance at the club house Saturday night. Mr. and Mrs. Kermit Doak of Klamath Falls spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Doak. Glen Howard is doing some mechanical work for Ervin Hutchinson this week. Miss Lena Zimmerlee of Trail spent the weekend with her mother, Mrs. Blanche Zimmerlee. Mr. and Mrs. Homer Chamberlain went to Grants Pass Sunday on business. Sam Geary is cutting wood for Roy Proctor. Medford Mail Tribune, March 13, 1936, page 15 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG
MOUNTAIN, March 13.--(Spl.)--All had a big time at Bill Holman's ranch
Sunday. Mr. Holman, with the help of some of his neighbors and friends,
branded, vaccinated and dehorned his calves. The girls rode horseback
and the boys tried their luck at bulldogging and riding the calves. At
noon the ladies served a fine picnic dinner down in the pines by the
corral. People came from Medford, Central Point, Eagle Point, Sams
Valley and the Reese Creek district. Everyone had a good time.Those attending the farewell party at the Grange hall in Eagle Point Sunday evening in honor of Mrs. Frazier, who is leaving for New York Saturday from this district, were Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Short, Mr. and Mrs. Ross Kline, Mr. and Mrs. Nick Young and Mr. and Mrs. George Stowell. A. C. Dexter and son Charles, of Prescott, Ariz., have been visiting Mr. and Mrs. L. F. Boren a few days this week. Guy Pruitt vaccinated his calves last week. Mr. and Mrs. Carlyle Natwick attended the P.-T.A. dinner at Eagle Point Wednesday evening. Mr. and Mrs. P. M. Stowell have cleared some ground and built a new chicken house. They also have some baby chicks. Mrs. M. L. Pruitt was shopping in Medford Monday. Our deputy assessor is very busy this week counting cattle. Barbara Smith and Viola Overdick visited friends here Sunday. Irene Stowell was out of school last week with the mumps. Henry Daily delivered the last of his apples to Medford last week. Mr. Holt, cattle buyer from Klamath County, was in this district this week to look for stock cattle. Mrs. Eva Nichols and two daughters, Marjory and Gladys, and Harold Grow, all of Eagle Point, called at the home of E. F. Stowell Sunday. Mrs. Carlyle Natwick called on Mrs. J. M. Garrett Monday. The Long Mountain Social Club will meet at Mrs. Wm. Holman's new home this week. Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Stowell visited at the home of H. C. Short Saturday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Brown, Lota Teague and Teddie Boren spent the day Sunday at the home of L. F. Boren. Two new hay rakes were delivered in this district this week. Medford Mail Tribune, March 13, 1936, page 15 REESE CREEK
REESE
CREEK, March 17.--(Spl.)--How's school this week? Fine, thank you.
While they are on their last mile of school work, the going is still
good. Students and teachers are all working hard for the last final
touch before the closing exams. Wednesday, Shady Cove school came down
and played baseball with the Reese Creek students, taking home the
proverbial bacon. There is always some satisfaction in every loss. They
won't be able to do it next time.Our genial mail carrier, Mr. Childers, was back on the job yesterday morning after an absence of about a month. Frances Moravet is back in school after being absent ten days with flu. Rev. Johnston of the Faith Home at Modesto, Calif., filled the pulpit Sunday, both morning and evening. Evangelist Johnston will hold meetings all the coming week. All are invited. Rev. Johnston just returned from a year spent in Ireland where he was holding evangelistic meetings. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Goddin of Grants Pass spent Sunday with their old-time friends, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Powell. Mrs. Mary Brouse is ill at her home, we are very sorry to learn. All hope for her speedy recovery. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Grow entertained with a well-appointed dinner the evening of March 14, honoring their son Harold's birthday. The color scheme was green with yellow daffodils forming the centerpiece on the large dining table. Those enjoying Mr. and Mrs. Grow's hospitality were Gladys Nichols, Margaret Simmons, Marian Chamberlain, George Chamberlain, Donald Ashpole, Bert Stanley, Vance Pierce, and Eileen, Eldon and Harold Grow. After the sumptuous dinner all motored to the Oasis where the remainder of the evening was spent in dancing. Mrs. Clarence Davis and little daughter Kathleen of Eagle Point visited Mrs. Ivan Hatfield March 10, spending the day. Mrs. Charles Humphrey was calling on Mrs. Merle Jack, March 9. Miss Maxine Cannon was an overnight guest of Eileen Grow Thursday. Charles Humphrey had his herd of goats sheared March 12. Mrs. Sarah Holiday visited Grandma Vestal March 10. These are the two dear old ladies of this community. Mrs. Homer Martin and son Stanley spent March 10 with Mrs. Merle Jack. Lois Moravet and John Braack are back in school after being absent with flu. Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Hatfield and John Masters were dinner guests at the W. R. Lamb home, March 12. The Home and School Circle of Reese Creek will meet at the school house Friday, March 20. There will be election of officers at that time. All members and friends are asked to be present. A physical examination of all the students at the school will be held Monday, March 28, by the doctor and nurse of Medford. Mrs. Frank Hill of Derby was a pleasant caller at the W. R. Lamb home March 9, as were Mr. and Mrs. Harry Powell. Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Hatfield and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphrey attended the banquet given by the patrons of Eagle Point Grange Sunday evening, March 8 in honor of Mrs. Alex Fraser and sons, Alex and Charles, who left Sunday morning for New York City to make their home. Mr. Fraser is in Salem doing some contract work for some time yet, before leaving for the East. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Grow and family went to Butte Falls Sunday afternoon, accompanied by Miss Gladys Nichols, who spent the weekend as a guest of Eileen Grow. Callers at the W. R. Lamb home Sunday were Mr. and Mrs. Mike Heckenberger, Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Gardner, sons Maynard and Leroy, Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb, Edna and Ralph and Charles Cummons and Wilfred Jack. John Stille of Shady Cove is working on the Ralph Merritt house. It is fast nearing completion. Work started March 16 on the main canal of the Eagle Point irrigation project. The crew of men have been working for some time on the laterals. Everything is being done to rush the work so as to be ready if possible when the water is needed for the hay fields and gardens. Large bands of cattle are making their way to the high hills for spring pasture. The roads are lined with fine new autos. We wonder where the old ones are. The new cars show prosperity is sometimes not very slowly coming 'round the corners. Medford Mail Tribune, March 17, 1936, page 7 TRAIL MAN HELD FOR BARRAGE WITH RIFLE
Disorderly
or riotous conduct charges were to have been filed this afternoon
against Charlie Mathews, 50, of the Trail district, according to
District Attorney George Codding. Mathews was arrested Wednesday night
by state police after he had allegedly taken several potshots at his
sister with a rifle, and then fired several shots at buildings of the
Sunset-on-the-Rogue resort in that vicinity.He has been held in the county jail since his arrest while authorities investigated the case. Medford Mail Tribune, March 20, 1936, page 1 ELK CREEK
ELK
CREEK, March 20.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Gene Converse are announcing the
arrival of an 8-lb. boy, born March 10, named John Irvin. Both mother
and son are doing nicely.Miss Betty Gentry of Medford is spending this week with Alberta Pence. Dr. Mallery and Jesse Hall were transacting business in Medford Tuesday. Mrs. D. W. Pence is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Ed Houston, on Long Branch. Mrs. Stuart Ditsworth returned home Sunday from Oakland, Calif., where she has been receiving medical treatment, much improved in health. Bob Chamberlain of Medford is here this week making preparations to commence logging at once. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Griffey of Klamath Falls and Roy McGarity of Lakeview spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Garton. The Gartons returned with them Sunday where Mr. Garton will be employed this summer. Mr. Sandoz and son Fred of Corvallis are here, visiting with Peter Sandoz. Ervin Hutchinson is doing some farming for Howard Ash this week. Richard Zimmerlee of Shady Cove is spending this week with Emil Zimmerlee. Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Ditsworth spent Tuesday evening visiting at the D. W. Pence home. A buyer of the Rogue River Meat Co. of Medford was on the creek Monday buying hogs and beef cattle. Medford Mail Tribune, March 20, 1936, page 15 TRAIL
TRAIL,
March 20.--(Spl.)--The Trail extension unit met March 12 at the home of
Mrs. Cecil Pritchart. There were 15 members present to listen to Mrs.
Mabel Mack's talk on "Food at 40." A covered dish lunch was served at
noon. The next meeting will be April 9 at the home of Mrs. Florence
Watson.Monday afternoon the McLeod and Trail extension units held a joint meeting at Rogue Elk hall, when the ladies who had attended the home conference at Corvallis gave a report of their trip and the things of interest given there. There was a small attendance, as it is a busy time of year and several were ill. All enjoyed having Mrs. Mack, her mother, Mrs. Sweeney, also Mrs. Rita Myers, all of Medford, present at this meeting. Little Mary Segessenman is still very ill at the Sacred Heart Hospital in Medford. Mr. and Mrs. Pete Betz visited with Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Hall, the new owners of California on the Rogue, arrived here Saturday evening to take possession of the camp and are busy getting ready for the tourist season. The many friends of Mr. and Mrs. Hoag will be glad to know they have returned to their home at McLeod after spending the winter at Corvallis. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Watson and son Carroll spent Saturday evening with friends at Prospect. Fred Brant of Medford is helping S. W. Hutchinson with some stucco and plaster work on his house and garage. Boyd Tucker and Mr. Hall made a business trip to Medford Monday. Boyd Tucker is helping Burt Clark with a cottage he is building on his place. The young people of the neighborhood gave Miss Wanda Howe a surprise party Monday evening, March 16, honoring her birthday. Mrs. Francis Ash has recovered from the flu sufficiently to be able to be out again. Due to the serious illness of little Mary Segessenman, the Trail extension unit has postponed its annual dinner indefinitely that was to be given at Rogue Elk for the families. The Upper Rogue H.E. Club met at the home of Mrs. Sigford Ohrt March 17. There were 16 members present and two visitors. Mrs. Audra Train assisted the hostess in serving the refreshments. Medford Mail Tribune, March 20, 1936, page 15 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG
MOUNTAIN, March 20.--(Spl.)--The Long Mountain Social Club met at Mr.
and Mrs. Wm. Holman's last Wednesday. Those enjoying the afternoon were
Mrs. George Stowell, Mrs. Carlyle Natwick, Mrs. E. L. Stowell, Mrs.
Ross Kline, Mrs. M. L. Pruitt, Mrs. E. W. Messenger, Mrs. Delbert
Mangold and Mrs. L. F. Boren and Mrs. Holman.Mr. and Mrs. George Stowell attended Pomona Grange at Sams Valley Saturday evening. Ed Kolababa spent Saturday and Sunday in Medford. Mrs. Ewing of Eagle Point spent the day Friday with Mrs. Jack Stowell. Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Messenger were visiting in Medford Friday. Charley Pettegrew is having a new barn built. George Stowell and Delbert Mangold attended the dairy meeting Saturday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Nick Young were among the Medford shoppers Monday. Paul Menegat, who is principal of the Medford junior high school, visited his cousin, Mrs. Delbert Mangold, Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Stowell and daughters Irene and Vesta, and Mr. and Mrs. D. Mangold went to drill practice at the Grange hall Saturday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Mangold were shopping in Medford Saturday. Howard Grover, who operates a creamery in Grants Pass and Medford, was calling on old acquaintances in the neighborhood last week. Fred Eckenberg, formerly of this district, was killed lately in an auto accident near Bellingham, Wash. Geo. Stowell and Miss Irene Stowell were shopping in Medford Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. L. F. Boren and children spent the day Saturday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Woods of Griffin Creek. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Butler of Ashland called on Mr. and Mrs. Ross Kline Sunday. Harvey Walker and son Edward called on Mr. and Mrs. Ross Kline Sunday. Those attending Grange Tuesday evening from this district were Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Stowell, daughters Vesta and Irene; Mr. and Mrs. Wm. D. Mangold, Mr. and Mrs. L. F. Boren and Mrs. Geo Stowell. Medford Mail Tribune, March 20, 1936, page 15 EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, March 21.--(Spl.)--Things not seen in Eagle Point:Dick Chase drinking out of a bottle (soda pop). Pearl Henderson reading the McGarity bill. Grace Holman sitting down. Yetta Olson taking the cake. Lota Pearce with a grouch. Merritt Brown losing a bout with a heat wave. Roy Neugart peering before a mirror. Floyd Pearce "croaking" like a frog. Amy Brown winning high score at 500 and not cracking a smile. Eva Nichols proud of receiving a beautiful quilt. And chickens busily working in neighbors' gardens. Medford Mail Tribune, March 22, 1936, page 3 McLEOD
McLEOD, March 23.--(Spl.)--A special joint meeting of Trail and McLeod
Home Extension units was held at Rogue Elk, March 16. Reports of the
delegates to the State Home Interest Conference at Corvallis were given
and thoroughly enjoyed. The meeting was opened by Maud Ditsworth,
chairman of the McLeod unit, Mesdames Hutchinson, Hughes, Vaughn and
Ragsdale each gave interesting reports, covering many subjects
pertaining to successful homemaking.Many new recipes, improved child management methods, better music, happier homes and more friendliness in community life are some of the phases affecting homes as a result of this meeting. Mrs. Mabel Mack and mother, Mrs. Sweeney and Mrs. Rita Meyers of Medford were present besides fourteen ladies from the two units. Mrs. Mack also gave short reports as well as outlined plans for a four-day summer camp next July. Refreshments were served by Mesdames Glass, Mullins and Harding. Mrs. N. F. Ohrt was hostess to the Upper Rogue H.E. Club, March 17. The afternoon was pleasantly spent in discussing home beautification, practicing grange songs, planning fancy work chest for future use, and various discussions. Pollyannas were drawn by those who were absent last month. The recreation hour was taken up with an enthusiastic spelling match won by Mrs. Hughes. Eighteen ladies, including several visitors, were present. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. Ritchie at Wildwood camp, April 21. Mr. and Mrs. E. D. Hoag returned from Corvallis Monday and will now live at their home, which has been occupied by Frank Netherland during their absence. Ralph Ulrich of South Gate, Cal., is visiting at the home of his aunt, Mrs. N. F. Ohrt. Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Collier have as their guests their sister-in-law, Mrs. Collier and three sons of Klamath Falls. Mr. Barrett is spending his vacation with his wife. Arthur Mullen is recovering from a knee ailment which has kept him in bed for several weeks. Jim Peyton of Aberdeen, Wash., was a business caller in this vicinity last week. The many friends of little Mary Segessenman are happy to know that she is now out of danger and has been brought home from the hospital. Medford Mail Tribune, March 23, 1936, page 9 ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, March 23.--(Spl.)--Antelope school board met at the school house the evening of March 16.The county nurse visited the Antelope school March 16. Donald Culbertson of Central Point spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Culbertson. Mr. and Mrs. Horace Thompson and daughter of Prospect called on Mr. and Mrs. Carl von der Hellen March 14. The Ladies' Social Club was entertained by Mrs. Ida Kent and Mrs. Nell von der Hellen at the home of Mrs. Kent, March 18. The ladies quilted some in the afternoon. Most of the club members were present, as were several visitors. At noon a bountiful lunch was served. Visitors present were Mrs. John Rader of Eagle Point, Mrs. Lawrence Luy, near Antelope, Mrs. Roland Smith, of Medford, and Mrs. Wallace Barber, of Grants Pass. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Pierce, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Pierce of Medford and Mrs. Bertha Bratnby of Portland were callers at the C. R. Culbertson home March 15. Mr. and Mrs. Carl von der Hellen, Arlin Millard and Mrs. Ruby Riggs set out 3000 cabbage plants March 9. Wilbur Erickson, who is attending school at Portland, arrived in Medford March 19 to spend a few days with his wife. Antelope Literary Club met March 13. A carnival and a short program were presented during the evening. The carnival was given to raise money to buy some curtains for the school. G. H. Grover of the Grover Dairy also donated a sum of money to be used for this purpose. Music on the program was furnished by Mrs. Gertrude Greb at the piano, and Mrs. S. W. Baize and sons Dick and James of Medford. Marine Yorton sang a song. The old family album was given by several high school students. The Ladies' Social Club reorganized at the home of Mrs. Ida Kent March 18. Officers elected were Mrs. Wallace McDowell, president; Mrs. Gertrude, vice president, and Mrs. B. K. Riggs, secretary. Those who attended the Antelope Literary Club March 13 from various districts were: Mrs. Paul Prince, Mrs. Lawrence Rollins, Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Baize, and sons Dick and James and Mrs. Myrtle Smith, all of Medford, and Mrs. Campbell of Eagle Point. Ted Fredenburg of Butte Falls is staying with Mr. and Mrs. John C. Greb while attending court in Medford. School was dismissed March 19 so the teacher and pupils could attend the show "A Midsummer Night's Dream." All the pupils but three attended. Those who furnished cars to take the pupils in were Mrs. Luther Day, Mrs. Carl von der Hellen, Mr. and Mrs. Wallace McDowell, and Mrs. Marcia Erickson. After the show Mrs. Paul Prince invited them to have lunch at her home in Medford. Everyone enjoyed themselves during the day. Medford Mail Tribune, March 23, 1936, page 9 TRAIL MAN GIVEN THIRTY-DAY JOLT
Charles L. Matthews, a resident of the Trail district, charged with
being drunk on a public highway, entered a plea of guilty in justice
court yesterday and was sentenced to 30 days in the county jail.
Circumstances surrounding the case brought the heavy sentence, the
court said.Matthews was charged with threatening to shoot his sisters, during a spell of inebriation, when armed with a small-caliber rifle. When they fled in an auto, they heard two shots, but were not certain they had been fired by Matthews. Matthews, who lost the fingers of both hands due to freezing, claimed he could not fire a gun. This was refuted by one of the sisters who informed the court he was able to shoot off the head of a chicken with a .22 rifle. When first brought into custody ten days ago, Matthews was subjected to an investigation as to his sanity. Emerson Merritt Babb of the Talent district, charged with driving an auto with improper lights, pleaded guilty and was given ten days in which to pay. Medford Mail Tribune, March 24, 1936, page 1 REESE CREEK PLANS NEW CHURCH EDIFICE
REESE CREEK, March 24.--(Spl.)--The body of trustees has organized a
church here, to be known as the Reese Creek Gospel Mission. The charter
will be ready Sunday, March 29, and all those wishing to do so may sign
then.A new church building will be erected between the school house and the Butte Falls highway, on land donated by Mrs. Agnes Moffitt, a gift greatly appreciated by the community. This is expected to be a great addition to the community. Medford Mail Tribune, March 24, 1936, page 5 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, March 25.--(Spl.)--Our school is progressing very nicely.
The baseball fans of the school are busy practicing. Mr. Vimont took
the team to the Derby school for a practice game Tuesday and yesterday
he took them to Eagle Point for a game with the Eagle Point grade
school team.The teachers and students are busy this week with some tests, intermingling hard work with play. The Home and School Circle met Friday afternoon at the school house. New officers for the ensuing year were elected as follows: President, Mrs. Thomas Vestal; vice-president, Mrs. Homer Martin; secretary, Mrs. R. D. Nichols; treasurer, Mrs. Leon Rusho. Refreshments were served at the close of the session. The circle will aid the school in holding a carnival May 1 in the evening at the school house. Mrs. Rose Sturgill and son Charles have moved to Eagle Point to live. Charles is attending high school there. The teachers' institute will be held in Eagle Point Friday afternoon. School will be dismissed at that time here. Mrs. James McDowell and baby daughter, Marilyn Gale, visited her parents Wednesday. Miss Eileen Grow is staying at the Fred Luy home, caring for Mrs. Fred Luy, Sr., who is quite ill. R. L. Foster has returned from a trip south and east, visiting relatives. He is visiting Mr. and Mrs. Harry Powell for the summer. A large crowd attended the church services at the school house both morning and evening March 22. Mr. Johnson of the Faith Home church in California is holding revival meetings there. He will continue the meetings all the present week. Among those shopping in Medford from this community during the week were Mr. and Mrs. James Edward Leigh and family, Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack and family, Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Hatfield and Mrs. Sarah Holiday. Mrs. C. E. Lamb and daughter Edna, of Derby, accompanied Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb to Medford Thursday, all the high school students going to the show in Medford, "Midsummer Night's Dream." Work on the Eagle Point irrigation system is progressing nicely. Water was turned into part of the ditches March 21. The rest of the cleaning will be finished as soon as possible. Quite a number of the school children are having a real siege of poison oak from picking wildflowers in the timbered area. Ralph Merritt has his place plowed ready for quite a garden. He has the new house almost ready for the moving soon, and is certainly making a marked improvement in the new home. Several large herds of cattle are being driven to the hills every few days for summer pasture. Mrs. Dennis Clark spent Thursday afternoon visiting Mrs. Wilfred Jack. She had just heard from her son, Walter, who is in the Masonic hospital at Portland. He is doing nicely and is well contented. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Semple of the Suncrest orchard visited Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Vestal Sunday. Mrs. Semple and Mrs. Vestal are sisters. Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack received a letter from their daughter, Mrs. Edward Hannaford, from Manila saying she and little Signa sailed for Shanghai, China, March 8. Her husband, Edward Hannaford, sailed on the ship the Augusta March 9, cruising around a while before he would land at Shanghai April 15. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Humphrey spent Sunday visiting Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb of Derby. Mr. and Mrs. Grover Cook of the Suncrest orchard were callers at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack Sunday. Also Miss Irene Charley was a weekend guest of Evelyn Jack. Frank Strahan was shopping in Medford Monday. Medford Mail Tribune, March 25, 1936, page 7 MRS. HOWLETT VERY ILL IS WORD FROM EAGLE PT.
Word was received from Eagle Point today to the effect that Mrs. S. E.
Howlett, one of the best known pioneer women in Southern Oregon, is
seriously ill at her home in the Sunnyside Hotel there.Medford Mail Tribune, March 26, 1936, page 1 BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO, March
26.--(Spl.)--Donald Jorgenson of Columbus, Mont., is a guest at the
home of Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Wright.Mr. and Mrs. Paul Jones of Sams Valley were guests at the Glass home last Sunday. Helen Brown entertained with a party at her home last Thursday evening, in honor of Miss Dorothy Millican of Eugene, who has been visiting here with her sister, Miss Lucille, who teaches the Little Butte school. Earl Tucker of Merrill was visiting with old friends here Saturday. His mother, Mrs. Ed Tucker, who has been visiting at Merrill for a couple of weeks, returned home with him. A surprise party was given H. W. Wright in honor of his birthday, Saturday night. The evening was spent with cards, singing and dancing. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Paul Anderson, Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Wright, Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Culbertson and Bill Swain. The Earl Yorton family attended a birthday dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Maxfield last Sunday. Mrs. Hill from Merrill is visiting with her friend, Mrs. Craig. Lois and Billy Wright attended "Midsummer Night's Dream" in Medford Thursday. Mrs. W. M. Hansen, who was operated on for appendicitis at the Community Hospital last Friday, is recovering nicely. Medford Mail Tribune, March 26, 1936, page 15 EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, March 27.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Margaret Elliott and son Charles
of Medford spent Monday as guests of Ma and Hattie Howlett. Mother
Howlett is on the sick list with a very bad cold at present.Mrs. Wm. Brown and Mrs. Walter Young and son are also ill with bad colds at present. Their friends are hoping for a speedy recovery for them all. Mrs. Myrtle Robinett moved her household belongings from the Wes Childreth home to Medford by truck last Monday. Mrs. H. Henshaw of the Reese Creek district visited with her daughter, Lota Pearce, at Eagle Point last Monday. Roy Ashpole has returned home from the Community Hospital in Medford, and his friends will be glad to learn that he is much improved in health at this time. This community was saddened by the death last week of one of its oldest and most beloved citizens, Mrs. Sophie Childreth, wife of Wes Childreth. She had lived most of her life here, and held a warm place in the hearts of all those who knew her. She was of a sunny, loving disposition and a tireless worker in Grange, lodge, church and civic affairs, and will be greatly missed by all these, as well as by the bereaved family. The George Putman family have also been on the sick list with severe colds for the past week, but are now improving. The Townsend Club meeting drew a large crowd last Tuesday evening, and everyone felt well repaid for going, as C. A. Roberson, speaker of Portland, gave one of the best lectures ever heard by anyone, and won much applause. He is well versed, having a dynamic and congenial personality, and we are looking forward to hearing him again when he returns sometime in April. The club is sponsoring a dance at Beagle Saturday night. Everyone is invited. Mr. and Mrs. Cal Spencer and Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Perry were callers on Mr. and Mrs. Orville Henderson Wednesday evening. Medford Mail Tribune, March 27, 1936, page 5 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN, March 27.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Jack Stowell entertained
with a dinner at their home Sunday honoring Mrs. Stowell's and Mrs.
Ruth Haley's birthday. The table decorations were beautifully carried
out in yellow and white. Guests were Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Bolts and son
Herbert, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Williams, Mr. and Mrs. Don Williams, Mr.
and Mrs. Morse Haley and son Dale and daughter Ruth, all of Medford,
and the host and hostess, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Stowell and daughter June
and son Tommy.John Anderson, representative for the Sonoma Valley cheese factory, was calling on prospective customers Monday. He already has several customers in this vicinity. They are running a truck out here every morning from Central Point. C. J. Gerbb [J. C. Greb?] of Eagle Point purchased a registered Guernsey sire from George Stowell one day last week. Bill Holman and son Henry drove some cattle to the stock yards in Central Point Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Mangold drove to Ashland Sunday to visit Mrs. Mangold's sister, who is attending normal school. L. F. Boren made a business trip to Grants Pass Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Smith and daughter Barbara, from Eagle Point, called on Mr. and Mrs. Nick Young Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. E. T. Stowell attended the dance at the Oasis Saturday evening. Mr. Fredericks of the Snider Dairy Company was calling on the dairy men in this neighborhood Monday. Mrs. M. L. Pruitt has a nice bunch of White Leghorn chickens that she recently hatched. Ross Kline has been on the sick list with the flu the past week. Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Messenger shopped in Medford Friday. Mary Harnish and Jean Holmes visited at the home of E. S. Stowell Saturday. Mrs. Carl Esch, Mrs. Ousterhout and Mrs. M. L. Pruitt motored to Medford to attend the funeral of Mrs. Childreth. Nearly everyone in this community attended the funeral of Mrs. Childreth. She will be greatly missed among her friends. Our deepest sympathy is extended to the family. Bonnie Jean Stowell spent Saturday and Sunday with friends in Eagle Point. Bob Miksche was out in this vicinity last week with the new field man for Crown feed. Grace Holman called on Mrs. Laura Boren Sunday morning. Medford Mail Tribune, March 27, 1936, page 13 TRAIL
TRAIL, March 27.--(Spl.)--Little Mary Segessenman was brought home from
the hospital March 19. She is still confined to her bed, but rapidly
improving.Mrs. Louise Sayer and little son, Jimmy, were overnight guests at the S. W. Hutchinson home Sunday night. They were on their way home to San Pedro naval station from Bremerton, Wash., where they had spent the past few months. Many people will remember Dr. Sayer, who was with the CCC camp on Elk Creek for several months. Dr. Sayer is now physician on a large U.S. vessel which sails for Panama the first of April on a six-week cruise. Mr. and Mrs. Rule Rhyins and three children, Virginia, Junior and Dick, were calling on friends in this community Sunday afternoon. Miss Inez Burk is spending this week in Medford as guest of her aunt, Mrs. Agnes Porter. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Watson and son Carroll spent the past weekend in Roseburg, guests at the home of Mrs. Watson's sister, Mrs. Wash Hughes. Mrs. Lyal Tucker was an overnight guest at the home of her son, Wilbur Tucker, in Medford March 19. Mrs. Mary Burk and brother, Macy Hinthorn, shopped in Medford yesterday. Mr. and Mrs. L. L. Hall of California on the Rogue are busy getting things ready for the tourist season. Ralph Watson and Boyd Tucker are helping them for a few days. Medford Mail Tribune, March 27, 1936, page 13 Eagle Pt. Plans Easter Cantata
EAGLE POINT, March 28.--(Spl.)--A choir composed of singers from the
community under direction of Yetta Olson will present an Easter
cantata, "The Thorn-Crowned King," at the Eagle Point Presbyterian
church, Sunday, April 5, at 8 p.m.The singers have been devoting a good deal of time to rehearsals in order to give a finished performance of this beautiful cantata. Those who enjoyed the one last year will be interested to know that this is one even more beautiful. Medford Mail Tribune, March 29, 1936, page 3 EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, March 34.--(Spl.)--Things not seen in Eagle Point:Harold Emison with a permanent. George Putman riding a stick horse while planting garden. Don Brittsan joining the Jimmy Allen Flying Club. Charlene Ray talking to a boy. Margy Nichols speaking to everyone. Buddy Greb looking down on his friends. Hazel Stoner being roughish. Bill Perry sic-ing hot dogs. "Doc" Chase, the foot-fitter, being weary-footed. Prof. Davies getting excited. Cal Spencer timorous of the ladies. Hattie Howlett holding hands with someone, and the spirit of pessimism being fostered by our citizens. Medford Mail Tribune, March 30, 1936, page 9 ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, April 1.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Anna Owens and Mrs. Henry Owens will
entertain the Ladies' Social Club at the home of Mrs. Anna Owens April
10.Those who attended the funeral of Mrs. Sophie Childreth March 20 were Mr. and Mrs. Bill Bigham and daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Art Kent, Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Huston, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Riley, Carl von der Hellen, Fred Dutton and Ruby Riggs. Nadine and Kathleen Davies are confined to their homes with the whooping cough. Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Greb spent the weekend at Butte Falls with Mr. and Mrs. Ted Fredenburg. Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Culbertson and daughter and Mr. and Mrs. Carl Spencer called on Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hatlett Sunday, March 29. Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Erickson spent March 20 and 21 at Crater Lake as guests of Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Roach. They report there was a depth of 10 feet of snow. There were 21 present at the union Sunday school March 28. It is feared that the orchards were killed during the recent cold spell. Several farmers report their peach and almond orchards were killed. School was dismissed the afternoon of March 26 so Mrs. Erickson could attend the teachers' institute at Eagle Point. Mr. and Mrs. Carl von der Hellen entertained at dinner party the evening of March 28. The living room was decorated with beautiful spring flowers, the color scheme being yellow and green. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Bill Bigham, Mr. and Mrs. Hollis Burton, Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Culbertson and Mr and Mrs. B. K. Riggs. Medford Mail Tribune, April 1, 1936, page 9 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, March 31. (Spl.)--The students enjoyed a half holiday
March 26, on account of the teachers' institute, which was held at
Eagle Point in the afternoon. Both teachers, W. H. Vimont, principal,
and Miss Alice Ruttencutter, primary teacher, attended the meeting.Keep your ears open for later announcement about the May 1st carnival at the Reese Creek school. Reese Creek baseball team went to Butte Falls Friday afternoon and played the grade school team, losing by two points. Among those visiting the school last Friday were Mr. Vimont's mother, Mrs. William Vimont of Medford, and Mr. Erickson of Eagle Point, a former teacher here. The W.C.T.U. of Reese Creek will meet at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Powell, Thursday. All members and friends are cordially invited to come at 2 o'clock p.m. Reverend Johnston, who held two weeks' series of meetings here at the schoolhouse, began Sunday morning to hold meetings at Eagle Point. After Sunday school all went to Eagle Point for the morning services.. John Stille preached here at the schoolhouse Sunday evening. A few went to Eagle Point after the young people's meeting, of which Miss Alice Ruttencutter was the leader for the evening, very ably handling her subject. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Merritt and two children, Janet and Jimmy, moved Wednesday, March 25, into their new home. They certainly have a nice home. We are all so glad they bought in this community. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphrey are well again after being ill with the flu. Mrs. Wilfred Jack, daughter Evelyn and son Maurice were in Medford on business Friday, Evelyn having some dental work done. Mr. and Mrs. T. P. Grow and family of four children, three girls and one boy, arrived Thursday from Palisade, Cal., coming by auto, making the trip in nine days. Mr. Grow is a brother of Jack Grow. They hadn't seen each other for several years. They came to make their home here among us. We welcome them to the community. Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Gardner and two sons, Maynard and LeRoy, went to Medford Friday where Maynard had his tonsils removed at the clinic at the courthouse. Mrs. Ivan Hatfield, Mrs. Charles Humphrey and Mrs. John Hankins went to the H.E. Club at Eagle Point last Wednesday afternoon. A. Kavin came in for a brief stay March 25, on business. Ralph Lamb went home March 25 for the remainder of the week, returning Sunday. Mrs. Harry Powell is recovering from a very bad attack of poison oak. Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Gardner and two sons were dinner guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb of Derby. Edna Lamb returned with them, spending the night at her grandparents, the W. R. Lamb home. Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Hatfield visited Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb Sunday, spending the day. Mrs. Sarah Holiday went to Eagle Point to the church services, visiting at the home of Mrs. Davidson. We are all so glad to see the O. and O. train of logs coming round the mountains and hear the welcome whistle. The most real sign of spring has arrived--smudge smoke. Medford Mail Tribune, April 1, 1936, page 9 REPORT MRS. HOWLETT CONDITION UNCHANGED
The condition of Mrs. Sarah E. Howlett of Eagle Point, who has been
seriously ill for some time, is reported as about the same by the
attending physician. Mrs. Howlett is a long-time resident of the Eagle
Point district, and her illness has been of great concern to a large
number of friends in the valley.Mrs. Octavia Shaw, daughter of Mrs. Howlett, arrived early this week from her home in Portland, to be with her mother, who is 88 years of age. Medford Mail Tribune, April 2, 1936, page 5 TRAIL
TRAIL, April 2.--(Spl.)--This community was shocked to hear of the
accidental death of Oren Adamson last Monday. He lived here a number of
years and attended the Trail school so has a host of friends and former
schoolmates here who sympathize with the bereaved family.There was a large gathering at the church here Sunday afternoon for the services rendered by the people of the Full Gospel church of Medford. Frank Hammond and family of Willow Springs spent Saturday visiting at the Harry Merriman home. Mrs. Goldie Johnson and Mrs. Arlee Ragsdale shopped and attended to business in Medford March 25. Mr. and Mrs. Brill and children of Medford spent Sunday at their cottage near Sunset Auto Camp. Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson were dinner guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker Sunday. Mrs. Nancy Woodenfrill and children have moved to Medford where she has work. Her sister, Lucy Weeks, is with her. Mrs. Mary Burk returned home Saturday after spending a few days in Medford, the guest of her sister-in-law, Mrs. Porter. Miss Lena Zimmerlee spent the past weekend with her mother on Elk Creek. Mesdames Alma Merriman, Lyal Tucker and Iva Hammond called on Eva Segessenman and little Mary Saturday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Chester Merriman and children and Mother Merriman of Medford visited at the H. R. Merriman home Sunday. Mrs. Irma Cushman and Mrs. Arlee Ragsdale were in Eagle Point Monday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Porter of Medford were overnight guests at her brother's, Bill Burk, home. Glen Ragsdale is helping his brother Wilmer with the spring farm work. Mrs. Alma Merriman and Jennie Hutchinson called on Eva Segessenman Monday afternoon The many friends of Harry Merriman will be glad to know he is now able to take short drives in the car. Medford Mail Tribune, April 2, 1936, page 9 EAGLE PT. CHOIR TO GIVE CANTATA
EAGLE POINT, April 3.--(Spl.)--The Eagle Point Community Choir, under
direction of Yetta Olson, will present a cantata, "The Thorn Crowned
King," by Fred B. Holton, at the Eagle Point Presbyterian church Sunday
at 8 p.m.The program follows: Invocation, Rev. Smith; Let the Righteous Be Glad, choir; He Chose the Cross of Shame, Mrs. Al Mittelstaedt; There Was No Other Way, Men's Quartet; Betrayed, Ray Neugart and Choir; The Thorn Crowned King, Gordon Campbell; Let Him Be Crucified, William Vimont and Choir; Alas! and Did My Savior Bleed, Mrs. Al Mittelstaedt, Mrs. Floyd Barrett and Yetta Olson; They Laid Him Away, Mrs. Floyd Barrett and Choir; Have Faith in God, Chas. Sturgill and Ray Neugart; He Is Risen, Harold Emison and Choir; Glory in the Garden, Mrs. Edith Weidman, Mrs. Al Mittelstaedt and Choir; Jesus Lives, Mixed Quartet and Choir; Praise Ye the Lord, Choir; benediction. The choir is composed of the following voices: Sopranos: Mrs. Lottie Van Scoy, Mrs. Edith Weidman, Mrs. Floyd Barrett, Mrs. William Vimont, Helen Kent and Wanda Wyant. Altos: Mrs. Al Mittelstaedt, Donna Earl, Marian Chamberlain, Margaret Simmons, Rose Smith and Gladys Nichols. Tenors: Ray Neugart, Gordon Campbell and Charles Sturgill. Bassos: Harold Emison, Harold Grow, Rev. Smith and William Vimont. Male Quartet: Gordon Campbell, first tenor; Chas. Sturgill, second tenor; William Vimont, first bass; Harold Grow, second bass. Mixed Quartet: Mrs. Lottie Van Scoy, soprano; Margaret Simmons, alto; Gordon Campbell, tenor; William Vimont, bass. Medford Mail Tribune, April 3, 1936, page 9 EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, April 3.--(Spl.)--The entire community was shocked Monday
of this week to hear of the tragic death of Oren Adamson of this place,
in a construction camp on the Siskiyous, where he was crushed to death
between two trucks. He was alone when the tragedy occurred, and it is
not known just how it happened. He leaves his wife, Lois, and four
small children, besides several sisters and a brother, who have the
deepest sympathy of all.Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Perry, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Smith, Clarence Day and Dollie Moomaw attended the Townsend dance at Beagle last Saturday night, and they report a very enjoyable time. Marshall Minter and Frank Railton of Reese Creek were trading in Eagle Point Tuesday. Don Brittsan made a business trip to Medford Tuesday. Sincere sympathy is extended the Stowell family on the recent loss of their mother, Mrs. Mary Stowell, who passed away at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Aaron Smith, at Coquille, and was buried at Central Point last Sunday. Johnnie Woodrich was recently moved back to his home in Eagle Point from the Community Hospital in Medford, and is getting along nicely now. The Grange drill team has been practicing lately, getting ready to initiate nine new members next Tuesday night, April 7. Most of those who have been ill of late with colds, mumps, etc., are improving nicely, except Grandma Howlett, who is still quite sick. Hopes are held for her speedy recovery. Mrs. Dale Walker is convalescing nicely at her home from her recent operation. Mrs. Wm. Holman and daughter Grace were down from their ranch Wednesday afternoon, getting beautified at the.Oasis beauty salon. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Smith and two children, Lyle and Barbara, went to Medford on business last Friday, and while there took dinner with Mrs. Smith's brother, Amos Ayres, and family. Mrs. Bowman Jackson and sister of Medford called on "Ma" and Hattie Howlett last Sunday. Mrs. Guy Bishop and two daughters, Janet and Rosemary, and Miss Ida Bishop of Phoenix called on Mrs. Orville Henderson last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. von der Hellen of Medford called on friends in Eagle Point last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Erickson and Ray Neugart drove to Corvallis last Sunday and Mrs. Erickson and Mr. Neugart returned to Eagle Point the same day, while Mr. Erickson remained in Corvallis, where he will attend Oregon State College for a while. Medford Mail Tribune, April 3, 1936, page 15 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN, April 3.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. I. R. Kline of Long
Mountain and Mr. and Mrs. Haak of Eagle Point motored to Phoenix
Wednesday evening where they helped with installation of officers for
the Griffin Creek Grange, which is just organizing.Mr. and Mrs. Otto Rusho called at the L. F. Boren home last week. Nick Young made a business trip to Medford Tuesday. Ed Kolababa and Henry Daily were among the Medford visitors this week. Mr. Holman, Mr. Kline, Mr. Boren are all hauling hay this week. This kind of weather makes the hay vanish. Everett Telkamp was in the vicinity buying veal Tuesday. Our hearts were deeply grieved when we heard of the untimely death of Oren Adamson. He will be sadly missed in this vicinity as a friend end neighbor. Our hearts go out in sympathy to the heartbroken family. May their minds be turned to the One above who only can give everlasting peace. Mr. and Mrs. Ross Kline motored to Medford on a business trip this week. Dewey Givan and Ed Kolababa were up to the Givans' ranch above Butte Falls Sunday. Miss Dolly Stowell, who came here to attend the funeral of her mother, Mrs. Mary Stowell, returned to Portland Monday morning. Mr. and Mrs. C. Smith returned to their home in Coquille Monday after spending a few days with relatives here. Mrs. Smith was also a daughter of Mrs. Stowell. The community extends their sympathy to the Stowell family and their sister who just lost their mother. She was an old pioneer of this vicinity. "Grandma Stowell" was dearly beloved by all who knew her. Medford Mail Tribune, April 3, 1936, page 15 McLEOD
McLEOD, April 3.--(Spl.)--The McLeod Home extension unit met with Mrs.
Millie Glass Thursday, March 26. A meat demonstration directed by
Tressie Vaughn and Essie Sawyer took up the morning hours, and much
interest was shown in the preparation of cheap cuts of meat which later
graced the luncheon table in tender and palatable condition. About 18
ladies were present. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs.
Sublette, April 23. Subject matter, "Food for the Young Child."Notices have been posted by directors of Laurelhurst school calling for a meeting at schoolhouse April 6 at 8 p.m. for purpose of voting on consolidation with Hatchery and Elk Creek districts. Due to a technical error in former consolidation procedure, it is necessary to take another vote on each election formerly held concerning this consolidation. It is still possible to have the new school in readiness for September opening should voting prove favorable, according to Stewart Weeks, who is helping promote consolidation. Mr. and Mrs. Forrest Dasher and family have returned from Washington where they spent the winter, and are visiting Mr. and Mrs. Horton, parents of Mrs. Dasher. The following ladies attended school for parents at Medford March 31: Mesdames Robertson, Clara Ditsworth, Ohrt, Vaughn, Mullins, Wynn and Violet Ditsworth. These ladies are quite enthusiastic about the day's program, which was directed by Mrs. Maud Morse, in charge of the parent extension work in Oregon State extension service. Dan and Wallace Ohrt and Robert and James Thomas spent Sunday at the Ohrt home. James Thomas brought the young men up in his newly acquired car. Those who attended the P.-T.A. play "Here Comes Charlie" at the Prospect gym Saturday night were delighted with the evening's entertainment. The Upper Rogue Grange has announced another dance for Saturday night at Rogue Elk. Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Collier and children spent Thursday visiting relatives in Klamath Falls. Mr. and Mrs. E. D. Hoag spent several days of last week with Mr. and Mrs. Bob Alworth. Friends of Dick Vincent are glad to hear he is steadily improving in health. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Ditsworth attended to business matters in Medford Thursday. As did also O. D. Tate and Hobart Ditsworth. Of much interest to us all is the news that a tract was recently purchased by Mr. and Mrs. Gilhousen from Robert Dawson, which they intend to develop into a modern campground. The tract is situated next to "California on the Rogue" and 12 modern cabins are soon to be built, according to the new owners. Work has already commenced. Medford Mail Tribune, April 3, 1936, page 15 FINAL SUMMONS TO MRS. HOWLETT
Mrs. Sarah Elizabeth Howlett, beloved pioneer of Oregon and resident of
Eagle Point for the past 54 years, passed away at her home there
yesterday morning at the age of 88. Death came as a result of
infirmities of old age.Mrs. Howlett had lived in Oregon for 84 years, coming across the plains with her family when only four years old. She had an extremely wide acquaintance in this part of the state, and her death will be mourned by hundreds. The funeral will be held from the Eagle Point Grange hall at 2 p.m. Tuesday. She will be interred alongside her husband, who preceded her in death in 1924, at the Antelope cemetery. A complete funeral notice and obituary will appear in this paper Monday. The Perl Funeral Home is in charge. Medford Mail Tribune, April 5, 1936, page 1 SARAH HOWLETT FUNERAL RITES IN E.P. TUESDAY
Funeral services will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock for Mrs.
Sarah Elizabeth Howlett, who died at her home in Eagle Point Saturday
morning of pneumonia.She was born in Lafayette County, Missouri, and came to Oregon by ox team with her parents when she was only four years old. The trip took six months, and the hardships of the journey were climaxed with a fight with the Indians while the party was fording the Snake River. Her family settled at Oregon City. There she married Alfred Cobb Howlett in 1863. Later they moved to Jacksonville where they lived for two years before moving to Yreka, both teaching school there and in Scotts Valley, California, until 1865, when they returned to Oregon. Upon their return here they took up a homestead between this city and Eagle Point, living there for 10 years before moving to Derby. They made their home in Derby for six years and then moved to Eagle Point in 1882. Mr. Howlett died there in 1924. Mrs. Howlett was one of the best known and most beloved pioneers in this part of the state. Her dinners at the Sunnyside Hotel in Eagle Point have long been famous, and people journeyed for miles to be with her on Sundays. So great was her circle of friends that it has been decided to hold her funeral in the Grange hall in Eagle Point, other buildings there being considered too small. She is survived by two of her 13 children. They are Miss Hattie Howlett of Eagle Point and Mrs. Tavia Shaw of Portland. Two brothers are also living, A. W. Cooke, now living in Damascus, Oregon, and Henry Cooke, who still makes his home on the old family homestead at Oregon City. Also surviving are six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Pallbearers for the funeral will be William H. Brown, Nick Young, John Smith, Leland Smith, Ray Smith and William Perry. Rev. Smith of Butte Falls will officiate at the services in the Grange hall, with the Rebekah lodge conducting the remainder of the inside service. The Eagle Point Grange will be in charge at the graveside at the Antelope cemetery, where she will be interred alongside the remains of her husband. Medford Mail Tribune, April 6, 1936, page 8 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, April 7.--(Spl.)--Reese Creek baseball team went to Eagle
Point, April 2, to play the grade team there, losing to Eagle Point, 24
to 18.Mrs. W. E. Hammel, W. R. Lamb and Ben Bellows transported all of Mr. Vimont's pupils to Eagle Point for the game. Miss Ruttencutter's room was not dismissed to go. Mr. Vimont's room is quite intense in review work, getting ready for the county testing program carried on through the schools, April 13 to 18. Miss Ruttencutter's room will begin review work this week for the tests. Sybil Grow, from Palisade, Colo., entered school March 27 in the second grade. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Bellows of Palo Alto, Cal., who on March 29 lost their infant son, brought the body to Central Point, where burial took place March 31. They have the sympathy of the community. Reverend D. D. Randall preached a very fine sermon here April 5, to a large and appreciative audience. We are always glad to welcome Rev. Randall in our midst. Eugene Bellows, Jr., got his index finger on his right hand quite badly crushed Sunday, March 29, between two large rocks. He was absent from school for three days, but is very much improved now and back in school. Among those attending the Easter cantata given in Eagle Point Presbyterian church Sunday evening, April 5, were Mr. and Mrs. Jack Grow and family, Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack and family and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Thomas and family. Mr. Vimont and Harold Grow both sang in the cantata. Reese Creek is quite well represented at the revival meetings being conducted in Eagle Point by Mr. Johnston. Reese Creek W.C.T.U. met April 2 with Mrs. Harry Powell. After the business session, Mrs. Vera Rusho had charge of the study hour. All those present who had finished their blocks to the quilt turned them in. It will be a very beautiful quilt and is being pieced for a very worthy cause. Mrs. Powell served delicious refreshments of Jello-filled cookies and tea. Those present were: Mrs. Georgia Cummons, Mrs. Agnes Moffitt, Mrs. Mary Brouse, Mrs. Vera Rusho, Mrs. Ida Martin, Mrs. Jennie Lamb and the hostess, Mrs. Lulu Powell, and Stanley Martin. Next meeting will be with Mrs. Vera Rusho. Miss Edna Lamb of Derby spent the weekend visiting her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb. She also visited school at Eagle Point April 3. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Grow and daughter Eileen spent Saturday in Medford, visiting and shopping. From the number of people moving toward Butte Falls it looks like there is plenty of work in the timber in that district. Mr. and Mrs. Homer Martin celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary March 29. Their son Melvin of near Phoenix also had a birthday on that date, so he and his wife and little son, also Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Sanderson and family from Beagle, all came to help celebrate the occasion. Mr. and Mrs. Martin received some beautiful presents, a bountiful dinner was served at noon, also again at 6 p.m., all remaining until a late hour in the evening. Mrs. Dennis Clark and two children spent March 30 and 31 with Mrs. Wilfred Jack. Both ladies visited Mr. and Mrs. James McDowell on Antelope Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Merritt attended the funeral of Oren Adamson April 2. Mrs. Adamson and Mrs. Merritt are cousins. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphrey and Mrs. John Hankins also attended. Robert Merritt is building a new fence around the house for his brother and family, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Merritt. Friends of W. L. Foster gave him a birthday surprise party April 3. They also celebrated Mrs. Charles Cummons' and Maurice Jack's birthdays. It was such a rainy evening that not so many were present as had planned. Mr. Foster is visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Powell. Delicious refreshments of cake and punch were served during the evening to the following guests: Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cummons, W. L. Foster, Mrs. Mary Brouse, Edna Lamb, Miriam Cummons, Stewart Sherron, Maurice Jack, Charles Cummons, Jr. and Ralph Lamb. Among those from here shopping in Medford Saturday were Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Gardner and two sons, Maynard and LeRoy, W. R. Lamb, Edna and Ralph Lamb, also Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack and family. We had a real April fool this year, one that won't be so easily forgotten--the white blanket of snow and the white frosts. All hope that the fruit won't be so hard hit as first thought. Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb of Derby were Sunday dinner guests at the W. R. Lamb home. Others calling during the day were Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Perry and Mr. and Mrs. Ray, all of Perry's service station. Medford Mail Tribune, April 7, 1936, page 9 MANY FRIENDS AT HOWLETT FUNERAL
Over 400 people, including representatives of every Grange in the
valley, attended the funeral yesterday at Eagle Point of Mrs. Sarah
Elizabeth Howlett. The big Grange hall in which the services were
conducted was crowded to capacity and hundreds of floral offerings were
piled high about the bier.Rev. Smith of Butte Falls had charge of the services, after which the Rebekah lodge officiated in the rites of their organization. The Eagle Point Grange had charge of the services at the grave and in Antelope cemetery. Medford Mail Tribune, April 8, 1936, page 1 EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, April 9.--(Spl.)--Things not seen in Eagle Point:Amy Brown dodging snow flakes. Tommy Riley "owning" a birthday. Faith Scott reducing. Gertrude Stanley getting her dates mixed. Josephine Hurst being sad over a "raise." Maxine Cannon looking longingly at a piece of cake. "Sharlie" Pettegrew chewing on a man-size cigar. George Wehman in love with a dream. Ah well! What if spring has taken leave of absence we have a good reason for still wearing our old winter coat, hat, etc. Correction on last week's things not seen, etc.: Hazel Stoner being roguish. Buddy Greb looking up to his friends. Medford Mail Tribune, April 9, 1936, page 11 BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO, April 9.--(Spl.)--Lois Wright spent last weekend with her
friends, Barbara Kelley and Genevieve Lindsey, at Trail. On Sunday they
enjoyed a hike and wiener roast.Helen Brown spent a few days last week in Medford, the guest of her sister, Mrs. Ray Dallaire. Mr. and Mrs. Percy Henry and children visited in Central Point with Mr. and Mrs. Morris last weekend. Mrs. W. M. Hansen is at Hornbrook, Cal., visiting at the home of her mother, while convalescing from her recent operation in a local hospital. Those perfect in attendance for the past six weeks of school were Billy Wright, Elmer Blaess, Margaret Henry, Allen Henry and Walter Strahan. Allen Henry has a perfect attendance record so far this year. Those receiving 100 percent in the six weeks' spelling test were Walter Strahan, Clarence Hayward and Evelyn Culbertson. Medford Mail Tribune, April 9, 1936, page 11 TRAIL
TRAIL, April 10.--(Spl.)--The following ladies from McLeod attended the
home furnishing program at the First Methodist church in Medford April
8: Mesdames Violet Ditsworth, Ora Winn, Essie Sawyer, Tressa Vaughn and
Miss Irma Glass; also Mrs. Jimmie Hutchinson of Trail.Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Watson and son, Carroll, and Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker spent the day Tuesday picnicking on the mountains south of Ashland. Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson spent the past weekend in Klamath Falls, the guests of their son, Keva, and family. Mrs. Francis Ash called on Mrs. Mary Warner and Mrs. L. L. Hall April 3. Jess Ragsdale and daughter, Mabel, shopped in Medford April 8. Mrs. Eva Segessenman attended the funeral of Mrs. Howlett in Eagle Point April 6. Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Tucker of Medford spent Sunday at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker. E. W. Segessenman has two trucks on the road hauling logs from Elk Creek to Medford. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Watson and son, Carroll, spent Saturday in Medford visiting with Mrs. Watson's sister and husband, Mr. and Mrs. Purdue, who were stopping at the Hotel Medford for a few days. Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Ernst and a party of friends from California are stopping at California on the Rogue for a few days' fishing. Mr. and Mrs. Ernst are the former proprietors of the camp ground. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Merriman visited Friday afternoon April 3 with Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson. Mr. and Mrs. L. L. Hull of California on the Rogue expect their son and family from California to arrive today to make their home here. Medford Mail Tribune, April 10, 1936, page 5 Mother Howlett
April 7, 1936, Eagle Point witnessed the largest and most impressive
funeral service ever held here, when hundreds paid their last tribute
to its oldest and best beloved citizen, lovingly known as "Ma" Howlett.She had been a resident of Eagle Point for 54 years, coming to Oregon 84 years ago, crossing the plains with her parents, at the age of 4 years. On July 16, 1863, she was married to Alfred C. Howlett near Oregon City, to which union 13 children were born, all except two preceding her in death. Her husband passed away in May, 1924. "Ma" Howlett endeared herself to everyone, both young and old, who chanced to come within the radius of her all-inclusive love and generosity. It is hard to put into words the hardships and self-sacrifices these old pioneers, such as "Ma" Howlett, had to endure in coming to and settling this country, and also difficult for the younger generation to conceive of the fortitude and courage with which she always met every emergency. No matter how great her own burden or grief, she was ever ready to lend a helping hand and a word of comfort to others in sickness and disease. She took homeless and motherless ones into her home, caring for them as her own, a mother to all. Often in her younger days she walked miles to minister to a neighbor in distress, regardless of the weather, day or night, never faltering, never complaining. She was a niece of Mary Harris Chambers, who fought side by side with and saw her husband killed by Indians during the Rogue River Indian war of 1855. Truly it was such dauntless courage and faith as this on which this mighty empire was builded, and our debt of love and gratitude to such as Mother Howlett is indeed beyond reckoning. Medford Mail Tribune, April 10, 1936, page 6 McLEOD
McLEOD, April 10.--(Spl.)--George Hastings has been poorly the past few
weeks, but is reported to be improved at this writing.Stewart Weeks and mother were Sunday callers at the J. W. Richardson home April 5. Mrs. H. M. von Stein is making speedy recovery from her recent goiter operation. Bob Alworth suffered a stomach attack last week and has been laid up for a few days. Alfred Gorden is remodeling several cabins at the McLeod camp ground this week. N. F. Ohrt and son, Bob, are wrecking the old McLeod store. Tommy Close spent last weekend with his parents. He is now doing clerical work in the CCC camp located at Bly, Ore. Everybody is taking advantage of this fine weather by planting their gardens and finishing up spring seeding. Medford Mail Tribune, April 10, 1936, page 8 EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, April
10.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Barch of Central Point were callers at the
Roy Stanley ranch last Sunday.E. J. Feldman of Medford, Norge distributor, was a business caller in Eagle Point Wednesday while on his way to Butte Falls. Mrs. Royal Brown, who has been ill the past few days, is improving now. Chris Natwick spent Wednesday after school visiting with Frank Brown. J. C. Leedy of Portland, B. J. Holmes of San Francisco and G. E. Ousterhout of Eagle Point were business callers at the Roy Stanley ranch last Friday. Little Dorothy Young is able to attend school again, after a siege of whooping cough. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Taylor of Portland arrived in Eagle Point Wednesday evening to spend a few days visiting with Mr. Taylor's mother, Mrs. Royal Brown, and sister, Mrs. Wm. Brown. Henry Cooke, brother of Grandma Howlett, and daughter of Oregon City, Mrs. Bernice Howell of Clackamas, Oregon, Mrs. Esther Brooks and children of Portland, and Harold, Zelma and Fred Shaw of Portland all returned to their homes Wednesday after coming here to attend the funeral of Grandma Howlett last Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Tavia Shaw of Portland will remain here with her sister Hattie Howlett, most of the summer. Ted Howell of Clackamas, Oregon, a cousin of Mrs. Shaw and Hattie Howlett, brought a load of supplies for the fish hatchery here at Eagle Point the latter part of last week. Miss Maxine Cannon, June Stowell and Ellen Grow went to Grants Pass Thursday evening to spend the weekend with Mrs. L. E. Fox, a sister of Miss Cannon. The Easter cantata which was held in the church last Sunday drew a large and appreciative audience. A great deal of credit is due Miss Yetta Olson for her fine work as director. Ansil and Vance Pearce and Miss Maxine Cannon spent Tuesday evening at Butte Falls, visiting with Mr. and Mrs. John Henshaw. Mr. and Mrs. Mildred Robertson were Tuesday evening callers on Mr. and Mrs. Orville Henderson. The Eagle Point Townsend Club will meet again next Monday evening, April 13, in the Grange hall. All are urged to attend, as there will be some important messages from headquarters to be heard; also entertainment. Medford Mail Tribune, April 10, 1936, page 8 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN, April 10.--(Spl.)--Those attending Central Point Grange
from this district Tuesday evening were Mr. and Mrs. Lawson, Mr. and
Mrs. C. L. Stowell, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Stowell, Mr. and Mrs. L. F.
Brown, Mr. and Mrs. Ross Kline and Mr. and Mrs. Nick Young. Nine new
members took the 3rd and 4th degree work.It makes us sad to see so many of our neighbors and friends being called to the great beyond this spring. Almost everyone attended the funeral of Mrs. Howlett at the Grange hall in Eagle Point. The family has our kindest sympathy. Everyone in this vicinity knew her, and she was dearly beloved by all. Sunday afternoon Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Case and daughter Alice and Miss Hazel Oliver called at the Geo. Stowell home. L. F. Boren purchased a Guernsey sire from Frank Faker [sic] last week. Mr. and Mrs. Carlyle Natwick called on Mr. and Mrs. Rankin and Mr. and Mrs. Farlow, Monday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Nick Young shopped in Medford Monday. Miss Grace Holman and Bernice Boren visited friends in this vicinity Sunday. Miss Menegat and friend visited over the weekend with Miss Menegat's sister, Mrs. Delbert Mangold. The girls are attending normal at Ashland. Mr. and Mrs. Messenger and Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Stowell and Mr. and Mrs. L. F. Boren were also Medford shoppers this week. Geo. Millard was in the district buying veal and fat cows this week. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Davis of Prospect were business callers at Geo. Stowell's Saturday. Our school is having an Easter play and also Easter egg hunt Friday. Parents and friends are invited to a picnic dinner at the school house at noon. Medford Mail Tribune, April 10, 1936, page 8 Trap the Yellowjackets.
To the Editor:Now and especially for the next six weeks is the proper time to trap the yellowjackets. The best and cheapest way I know of is: After taking the fish out of a salmon can, remove all the lid, fill it up half full of fresh water and set it outside, where it will not be tipped over by anything like dogs, chickens, etc., and in a few days make an inspection of the cans and take out the drowned yellow jackets, because when there are so many drowned ones, the next ones will be able to walk over the dead ones and not drown. You know the yellowjacket queens are the only ones wintered over, and they begin to come out now. Just think what it means to kill one yellowjacket queen now. Please everybody do that all over the country, for the good of all. PAUL E. SANDOZ.
April 13, 1936.Trail, Ore. "Communications," Medford Mail Tribune, April 14, 1936, page 6 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, April 15.--(Spl.)--The school children enjoyed an Easter
egg hunt Friday forenoon. The yard was divided in two sections to give
the primary grades an even chance with the upper grades. Each teacher
had an Easter treat for each student.Friday afternoon Butte Falls school baseball team came down and played the Reese Creek team, losing to the home team by a score of 7 to 11. Those in charge of giving the achievement tests throughout the county gave the test here at Reese Creek school yesterday in both rooms. Those going from here to Lake Creek for Easter services and the picnic during the day were Mr. and Mrs. Harry Powell, W. L. Foster, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cummons and family, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Robertson and family, also Mrs. Agnes Moffitt and Maurice Jack. Maurice Jack, Alex Vestal, S. M. Vestal and Arta Vestal attended the funeral of Louis Gibson at Central Point, April 10. Arta and Alex Vestal were pallbearers. Mrs. Claude Waddell visited school April 6, during the morning session. The Home and School Circle party, which was to have been called for Friday, April 17 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Bellows, will be postponed on account of the play day at Shady Cove Friday, which will be a community affair. A picnic lunch will be served at noon. Several other schools will participate in the games of the day. Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack and family, also Grandmother Vestal and Alex Vestal, were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. H. Ball for Easter, as were also Mr. and Mrs. Wallace McDowell, and Mr. and Mrs. James McDowell, it being Mr. McDowell's birthday. It was a double celebration. Mrs. Charles Cummons, Mrs. Agnes Moffitt and Mr. and Mrs. Harry Powell and W. L. Foster all motored to Grants Pass for the day, April 10, to attend the Holiness meeting held there. Miss Alice Ruttencutter accompanied Mr. and Mrs. J. Edward Leigh to Medford Friday afternoon, where Miss Ruttencutter met friends, with whom she spent her Easter vacation in Medford and Grants Pass. Mrs. Thomas Semple and daughter and grandmother, Mrs. M. R. Harton and Barbara, were accompanied by a Mr. Bow, from Biggar, Scotland. Mr. Bow is touring America, and having been an old-time friend of Mrs. Semple's and Mrs. Vestal's father and grandfather (the ladies being sisters), he hunted them up and had quite a visit with them. Their home town was Biggar, Scotland. Also, they visited with the Thomas Vestal family April 6, and had a very pleasant visit with the venerable gentleman. Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Gardner and sons Maynard and LeRoy spent Easter with Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Hatfield, enjoying a fine Easter dinner. DeArmond Leigh attended the boat races at Emigrant Lake Easter Sunday. Mrs. Sarah Holiday spent Monday with Mrs. Harry Powell. Evelyn Jack spent the weekend with Verta Stowell. W. R. Lamb was in Medford Monday on business. While there, he visited his son, Milo Lamb, at the Sacred Heart Hospital, where he is confined following a major operation performed April 10. He is doing very nicely. Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Martin of near Medford were dinner guests Easter of Mr. and Mrs. Homer Martin and family. Mr. and Mrs. Ruttencutter of Klamath Falls called at the W. R. Lamb home Saturday forenoon. Mr. and Mrs. Eldon Hood of Central Point were dinner guests Easter of Mr. and Mrs. John Hankins. Mrs. Hood will be remembered as Sylvia Hankins. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Vestal and family and Mr. and Mrs. J. Edward Leigh and family enjoyed a picnic dinner on the lawn at the Leigh home Easter. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphrey made a short trip to their mines on the Applegate country over the weekend and Easter Sunday. The Eagle Point Telephone Company is doing some repair work on the lines up Reese Creek this week. Miss Dorothy Vestal visited in Grants Pass on Easter Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb enjoyed a bounteous Easter dinner with Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb, of Derby. Ralph Lamb also enjoyed the day at home, visiting his parents and sister Edna. The Butte Falls highway was lined with fine cars all day from early till late night Easter, all enjoying outing some place during the holiday. Medford Mail Tribune, April 15, 1936, page 9 EAGLE POINT SENIORS TO GIVE CARD PARTY
EAGLE POINT, April 15.--(Spl.)--There will be a benefit card party
given by the seniors of the Eagle Point high school Friday evening,
April 17. Playing will begin at 8 p.m. Pinochle and five hundred will
be enjoyed as will other games such as chess, checkers, keno, etc.Refreshments will be served late in the evening. Medford Mail Tribune, April 15, 1936, page 10 CHEESE THEFT TRIAL EXPECTED NEXT WEEK
The trial of Harvey Wilson, charged with the larceny of 500 pounds of
cheese from the warehouse of the Eagle Point cheese works, is scheduled
to be started upon the return of Judge H. D. Norton from the Josephine
County term. This will probably be next Monday. Judge Norton is
expected to return here to attend to routine court matters.Sentence is scheduled to be passed next week upon Boyd Hamilton, Applegate district resident, found guilty by a jury of larceny of livestock. Hamilton still maintains his innocence and, it is understood, friends will seek leniency for him. The testimony in the trial was conflicting. Medford Mail Tribune, April 16, 1936, page 5 TRAIL
TRAIL, April 17--(Spl.)--The Trail Extension unit met with Mrs.
Florence Watson April 9 for an all-day meeting. There were 19 members
present and three visitors were Mrs Watson's sister, Mrs. Maud Purdue
of San Francisco, and Mesdames Violet Ditsworth and Ora Winn of McLeod.
The next meeting will be May 14 at the home of May Phippard.Ray Merriman is working for Ernie Segessenman helping to trade the logging trucks. Mrs. Alma Merriman is carrying the Elk Creek mail. Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson attended Easter service in Medford Sunday. Miss Inez Burk, who has been working in Medford the past few weeks, returned home Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker and Alma Merriman shopped in Medford Saturday. Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson attended a community meeting on home extension work at the court house Monday and was a dinner guest in the evening at the home of Mrs. Mabel Mack. Mrs. Alberta Hughes is working at Wolf Creek tavern. Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker and son Wilbur and wife drove to Yreka to spend Easter with the family of Henry Fiock. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Purdue of San Francisco, who were house guests for several days at Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Watson's, left for their home Sunday. Miss Bettie Ash of Elk Creek spent April 15 visiting her grandmother, Mrs. Mary Warner. Ray Warner is home this week suffering with the flu. Boyd Tucker is sick with the flu this Thursday morning. Mr. and Mrs. Burt Clark shopped in Medford Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Hall of California on the Rogue attended Easter service in Medford. Mesdames Florence Watson, Lyal Tucker, and Jennie Hutchinson called on Mrs. Hall at California on the Rogue and Mrs. Mary Warner Wednesday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Ernst spent Tuesday evening visiting Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker. Ralph Watson is building a woodshed on his place on the highway. Macy Hinthorn and mother and Mrs. Mary Burk shopped in Medford Monday. The H.E. Club of the Upper Rogue Grange will meet Tuesday afternoon, April 21, at the home of Mrs. Miriam Richey. They hope to have a record attendance. Miss Blanche Runnels, the county health nurse, will address the club at the meeting. Medford Mail Tribune, April 17, 1936, page 8 EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, April 17.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Lusk had as Easter Sunday
dinner guests Mr. and Mrs. Otto Caster of Phoenix, Mr. and Mrs. Roy
Smith and two children, Lyle and Barbara.Wes Childreth spent Easter Sunday with his son Orville and family in Medford. W. D. Clark has rented and moved into the Jim King house recently. Mr. and Mrs. Henry French and son Lloyd of the Dodge bridge district were trading in Eagle Point Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Eva Nichols, Mrs. Lottie Van Scoy and Mr. and Mrs. James Hannaford went to Alton, Calif. and spent last weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Harold Van Scoy, son and daughter of the Hannafords and Mrs. Van Scoy. Mr. and Mrs. Robt. LaRocque of Merrill spent last Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Brown of this place. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Taylor returned to their home in Portland last Sunday after spending their Easter vacation in Eagle Point with relatives. Among those from Eagle Point who attended the boat races at Emigrant dam last Sunday were Mr. and Mrs. Willard Robertson, Geo. Wehman, Mr. and Mrs. Ansil Pearce, Mr. and Mrs. Don Brittsan, Ed Cingcade, Mrs. Tom Cingcade and son Lyle, and Miss Charlene Ray. Martin L. Rittenhouse, C.S.P., and Mr. and Mrs. Ed Watson of Santa Cruz, Calif., spent last weekend at Butte Falls with friends and relatives. J. L. Ragsdale and daughter, of Trail, spent Easter Sunday with his son John and family, of Eagle Point. Mrs. Fern Winslow spent last weekend in Eugene. Miss Donna Earl and Miss Yetta Olson spent their Easter vacation in Longview, Wash., with Miss Olson's sister there, returning Sunday evening. Mrs. Wm. Brown, Mrs. Frank Brown, Mrs. Harry Carlton and Mrs. Walter Clements attended a card party and luncheon at the parish hall in Medford Monday afternoon. Mrs. Ruby Young, Mrs. Rosa Smith, Mrs. Lizzie Perry, Mrs. Mabel Harnish, Mrs. Dorothy Dinsmore, Mrs. Ethel Coy and Mrs. Stella Haley were guests at a birthday party for Mrs. Beryl Hickson at her home Tuesday. A grand time and a delicious dinner was enjoyed by all. Mrs. Hickson's birthday was March 20, but due to sickness the party was postponed until this date. All wished her many happy returns of the day. Mrs. Otto Caster, of Phoenix and a former resident of this place, spent last week as guest of Mrs. Roy Smith. Mr. and Mrs. Carlyle Natwick of the Long Mountain district, Mr. and Mrs. Orville Henderson of Eagle Point and Mr. and Mrs. F. J. McPherson and son Fred of Shady Cove enjoyed a picnic at the Peyton bridge up Rogue River Easter Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Ashpole and son Donald left last Saturday on a trip to San Diego. Donald expects to return in about ten days, by train, but his parents will remain in San Diego for a short time, then will go on to El Centro, where they will spend a few days with Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Pruett, before going on to Arizona for a while. Roy's many friends are hoping he will return home greatly improved in health. Mr. and Mrs. Percy Hines of Medford spent last weekend as guests of Mr. and Mrs. Percy Haley. Mr. Cook, who is now living on the Ward ranch, has twenty acres of ground plowed and ready to sow to alfalfa seed. He also is getting ready to put in twelve acres of tomatoes, as soon as the weather permits. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Perry and mother, Mrs. Lottie Ayres, were Easter Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Nick Young. In the afternoon they all called on the DeHass family. Mr. and Mrs. Marsh Garrett of the Long Mountain district were callers at the Haley home last Saturday evening. Mrs. Fred Farlow of the Long Mountain district spent the day with Mrs. Lota Pearce last Saturday. Housecleaning and planting gardens are the topics of the day in Eagle Point at present. Both are very similar, with but one exception: When the garden is planted, it has to be worked to keep it growing and in good condition throughout the season. Housecleaning ditto but it has no season--it goes on indefinitely. Speaking of gardens, Royal Brown works long and patiently (some thinks he even works in the stilly hours of night) so as to be the first in town to have radishes, lettuce, etc. out of his own garden to eat, which he usually does, much to the chagrin of some of his neighbors. Medford Mail Tribune, April 17, 1936, page 17 BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO, April 17.--(Spl.)--The Brownsboro Giants and Tigers are
reorganizing their ball teams, next Sunday, April 19 at one p.m. at the
Brownsboro store. Anyone interested in baseball will be welcome. After
the meeting a game will be played between the Giants and Tigers on the
Brownsboro diamond: The teams will be ready for a challenge after this
event.Rev. H. H. Young and wife of Medford called at the Wright home Tuesday. H. W. Wright and Bill Swain were prospecting on Applegate Tuesday and Wednesday of last week. Chas. Craig left for Merrill last week and expected to be employed there for some time. Leona Powell of Trail was an overnight guest of Lois Wright Tuesday. Visitors at school last week were Leona Powell and Lois Wright of Eagle Point High School, Geneva Glass and little Dorothy Wright. Mrs. E. Tucker, Mrs. P. A. Henry and Helen Sidley were visitors at the 4-H Club meeting Friday afternoon. Mrs. Jesse Glass, Mrs. H. W. Wright and Dorothy Wright attended Easter services at Medford Sunday. At the close of Sunday school a short program of Easter recitations and songs was given last Sunday, after which Mr. Irvin Barrows preached, taking as his text, "If a Man Dies Shall He Live Again." A treat of candy Easter eggs was distributed to those present. Medford Mail Tribune, April 17, 1936, page 17 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN, April 17.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Carlyle Natwick motored to
Phoenix Friday taking turkey eggs down to Mr. Wright's hatchery.We all enjoyed an all-day Easter picnic at the school house Friday. The children had a fine time hunting Easter eggs among the rocks and grass. Miss Moller had the children put on a little program, which was very good. Those enjoying the day were Mr. and Mrs. Ross Kline, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Stowell, Mr. and Mrs. L. F. Boren, Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Stowell, Mrs. M. L. Pruitt, Mrs. Delbert Mangold, Mrs. Jack Stowell, Mrs. P. M. Stowell, Mrs. Messenger, Mrs. Carlyle Natwick and Miss Moller, Guy Pruitt and Howard Short. Mr. Ferguson, Sperry company field man, was calling on customers this week. Mrs. P. M. Stowell spent Sunday and Monday in Medford visiting her granddaughter, who has been very ill. Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Messenger took the day off Tuesday and went visiting. They called on Mr. and Mrs. Lem Hughes and Mr. and Mrs. Axel Benson of Fern Valley and Mrs. James Cotton of Phoenix, and others. Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Short and Mr. and Mrs. Ross Kline attended Easter services at the Christian church Sunday. Mrs. M. L. Pruitt, Guy Pruitt and two sons, Herbert and Donald, and Mr. and Mrs. George Stowell spent Sunday picnicking at Holcomb Springs. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Perry and Mrs. Ayres were dinner guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Nick Young Easter Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Holmes called at the Geo. Stowell home Sunday. Tommy Givan is shearing his sheep this week. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Holman called in this neighborhood Wednesday. Mrs. M. A. Lawson was pleasantly surprised Wednesday afternoon by the Long Mountain Social Club. Those spending the afternoon at Mrs. Lawson's were Mesdames May Stowell, M. L. Pruitt, L. F. Boren, E. L. Stowell, Ross Kline, Lena Stowell, W. C. Messenger, Delbert Mangold, P. M. Stowell. Mrs. Ruby Young attended a covered dish luncheon at Mrs. Buile Hicken's [Beryl Hickson's?] of Eagle Point recently. Miss Evelyn Jack and Marjory Nickols spent the weekend with Verta and Irene Stowell. Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Mangold celebrated their first wedding anniversary by taking in the "whale show" in the afternoon and the wrestling matches in the evening. Miss Frances Moller and Mrs. Laura Boren took the Long Mountain school children to Eagle Point to take their achievement test Tuesday. Bonnie Jean Stowell spent the weekend with Joan Holmes. Medford Mail Tribune, April 17, 1936, page 18 ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, April 17.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Bill Bigham and daughters,
Marine Yorton, Mrs. Dot Dutton, Mrs. Ruby Riggs and daughter, attended
cantata at Eagle Point April 5.Mrs. Anna Owens has been quite ill, but is much improved at this writing. Most everyone from Antelope attended the funeral of Mrs. Howlett April 7. The sympathy of the district is extended to the bereaved families. Mrs. Howlett was loved by all who knew her. Antelope Literary Club met April 10. A short program was given and refreshments were served after the business meeting. Water was turned in the Eagle Point irrigation ditch April 15. Several have in their applications for water, as the small clover is badly in need of it. Mrs. Louisa Greb is spending a few days with her daughter, Mrs. Myrtle Greb, of Medford. Miss Evelyn Knighton is spending a few days in Medford with friends. Rev. A. N. Johnston preached at the Antelope school house Easter Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Carl von der Hellen visited Mr. and Mrs. Harold Zundel of Lake Creek Easter Sunday. Mrs. Wilbur Erickson spent Easter Sunday in Portland. Shady Cove invited the Antelope school up for "play day" today. Several cars were used to transport the pupils. Mrs. Marcia Erickson gave an Easter egg hunt for the pupils April 10. Several prizes were given to some of the pupils who found the prize eggs. Mr. and Mrs. James McDowell and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Wallace McDowell, spent Easter Sunday at Reese Creek as guests of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Ball. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Owens and daughter, Mrs. Anna Owens, and Mr. and Mrs. Vern Owens attended the Easter services at Ashland Easter Sunday. The Ladies' Social Club met at the home of Mrs. Anna Owens April 15. Mrs. Yola Owens assisted Mrs. Anna Owens in entertaining. A lovely luncheon was served at 12 o'clock. The afternoon was spent in making a quilt. Mr. and Mrs. B. K. Riggs entertained with a dinner party Easter Sunday. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. B. E. Baize and children, Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Baize and sons Dick and James, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hatlett, Mr. and Mrs. Hollis Burton and sons, Mr. and Mrs. Leo Cannon of Medford, Mr. and Mrs. Bob Lindsay. Medford Mail Tribune, April 17, 1936, page 18 Eagle Point Group Entertains Thursday
Members of the Eagle Point Civic Improvement Club entertained Thursday
afternoon with a surprise shower for Wilda Darneille in the club rooms.
Ladies of the P.T.A., Home Economics Club, Mrs. D. O. Fredericks, Mrs.
Blaine Shirley and Mrs. George Franks, of Medford, Mrs. Octavia Shaw,
of Portland, and Mrs. Wallace Dinsmore, of Eureka, made up the
forty-three guests.Dorothy Young sang preceding the presentation of gifts. The long tables, which were revealed about four-thirty in the afternoon, were decorated with apple and almond blossoms and spirea. Pink and white candles completed table decorations. Medford Mail Tribune, April 19, 1936, page 2 McLEOD
McLEOD, April 21.--(Spl.)--Many valley folk have enjoyed the past few
Sundays fishing and gathering wildflowers in this vicinity. The Rogue
is still too high and roily for good fishing.Mrs. Ethel Casey opened her dining room April 1 and reports a very good patronage. Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Estabrook, who spent the past winter working at pumice stone and other art novelties with Mrs. Casey, will remain and help with the running of the store and dining room for the summer. Ralph Train is working at the Prospect store. Clifford Collier is working in a lumber mill at Klamath Falls. Mrs. Collier and children expect to remain at their home here. The Laurelhurst school spent Friday afternoon with the Shady Cove school. Games and sports furnished much fun for the children. Charles Weber is having another room built onto his cabin. Jim Casey suffered an injury to his back while moving his power saw recently and is somewhat crippled up. The Upper Rogue H.E. Club met with Mrs. Jeff Ritchie at Wildwood Tuesday. The McLeod home extension unit will meet Thursday, April 23, with Mrs. Sublette. Mrs. Mack will be present to direct a study on "Food for the Young Child" and especially desires the presence of mothers of younger children. A large number of folk from various communities enjoyed the Grange dance held at Rogue Elk Saturday night. A high school play will be given at Prospect gym Saturday night, April 25. James Thomas was a Sunday visitor at the Jim Reynolds home. Frank Netherland has purchased a lot of the Hoag river frontage and [omission] a garden. Medford Mail Tribune, April 21, 1936, page 7 Eagle Pt. P.T.A. Will Stage Farce Tuesday Evening
EAGLE POINT, April 23.--(Spl.)--"The Man from Brandon," a one-act
farce, will be presented by Eagle Point P.-T.A., April 28, at the
Grange hall here. Superintendent C. E. Davies and Ray Neugart have
prominent roles. Mr. Davies has taken leading parts in many local
community plays, and his art as an amateur actor is well known. The
play is being directed by Mrs. Fern Winslow.Other entertainment numbers are being prepared for the evening, and an enjoyable program is promised. Proceeds will be used to carry on the welfare work in the school. Medford Mail Tribune, April 23, 1936, page 4 TRAIL
TRAIL, April 23.--(Spl.)--The Home Economics Club met Tuesday afternoon
at the home of Mrs. Marion Richey. There were 24 members present and
two visitors. A very interesting business meeting was held, after which
the hostess, assisted by Mesdames Sawyer, Manning and Moore, served
refreshments of cake, ice cream and coffee. The next meeting will be on
May 12 at the home of Mrs. Jennie Hutchinson.Mrs. Francis Ash was an overnight guest at the home of Mrs. Newton, near Medford, Thursday night. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Scott have had the electric line extended to their home on the hill and are now enjoying a new electric range, heater, iron and lights. Mr. and Mrs. Chester Cook and Miss Jean Amidon of Wolf Creek called on the Harry Merriman family Sunday. Jimmy, the little son of Mr. and Mrs. John Warner, who has been very ill in a Medford hospital, is reported better at this time. Mrs. Rena Howe and Helen Hughes shopped in Medford Saturday. Mrs. Irma Cushman was an overnight guest at the home of Miss Ina Thomason, near Medford, April 17. Little Ivorene Cushman is staying with her grandmother, Mrs. Francis Ash, and going to school. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Merriman and son Ray were dinner guests at the Frank Hammond home near Willow Springs Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Wilkinson of Medford are boarding with Mrs. Francis Ash while Mr. Wilkinson is doing carpenter work for Mr. and Mrs. Gilhousen, the new people on the Dawson place. Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Huws of Portland today moved into the new cottage Irwin Howe just completed. Mr. Huws is an engineer on the Tiller Trail road. Mr. and Mrs. C. Spencer and Mr. and Mrs. L. Haak of Eagle Point called on the Harry Merriman family Sunday afternoon. Irwin Howe and Mrs. Francis Ash attended the funeral of Mr. Willits Monday. Miss Ina Thomas was an overnight guest at the home of Mrs. C. W. Cushman April 18. Mrs. Francis Ash had the pleasure of having all her children and grandchildren present at a picnic at Union Creek Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. K. E. Hutchinson and daughter Shirley of Klamath Falls were weekend guests at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson. Martin Burk has been ill and out of school for a week. Medford Mail Tribune, April 23, 1936, page 4 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, April 23.--(Spl.)--Tuesday evening friends and neighbors
of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Merritt gave them a surprise house warming,
bringing their own refreshments of cake and fruit punch. The evening
was spent in inspecting the new house by the grownups, while the young
folks enjoyed games outdoors in the moonlight. Time passed all too
quickly, and refreshments were served at a late hour, after which the
guests departed, welcoming the Merritts in our community and wishing
them many years of happiness in the new home. Those enjoying the
evening were Mr. and Mrs. Harry Powell, W. L. Foster, Mr. and Mrs.
Elmer Robertson, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cummons and Miriam, Mr. and Mrs.
Will Sherron and sons, Steward Thomas, Thayer and Donald and baby
Lowell, Mrs. John Stille and two little daughters, Miss Christianna of
Shady Cove district, Mrs. Thomas Pullen, Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Lamb.Mr. and Mrs. Robert Humphrey moved up to Derby Tuesday, April 21, so Robert will be close to his work as he will walk the water canal in this district. Wilfred Jack moved to the intake April 21, also so as to be near the work on the main canal. Irrigation is on in full swing now and everyone is thankful. Medford Mail Tribune, April 23, 1936, page 11 REESE CREEK SCHOLARS INSPECT TRIBUNE PLANT
W. H. Vimont of the Reese Creek school brought his eighth grade pupils
to Medford today and took them on a tour of inspection through the Mail Tribune
editorial and makeup rooms. The tour was intended to acquaint the class
with the inner workings of a newspaper office, in keeping with a policy
of similar expeditions through Medford industrial plants.Medford Mail Tribune, May 15, 1936, page 10 TRAIL
TRAIL, May 15.--(Spl.)--The H.E. Club of Upper Rogue Grange entertained
the H.E. Club of Eagle Point Tuesday afternoon at Rogue Elk. There were
17 members and 17 visitors present. After the business meeting a
bouquet was presented to the youngest mother and the oldest mother
present. A short program was given, after which the ladies served fruit
salad, nut bread sandwiches and iced tea.The Trail extension unit met yesterday with Mrs. May Phippard on Trail Creek. This was the last meeting till fall. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Fiock and three children, Edna, Hazel and Everett, of Yreka, Cal.; Mr. and Mrs. Whitney and Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Tucker of Medford spent Mother's Day at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker. Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson spent Sunday night and Monday in Medford the guest of Mrs. Lily Saltzman. At the political talk at Rogue Elk Tuesday evening, there were 10 candidates present and a large crowd of listeners. Mrs. Alma Merriman and son Ray called at the Boyd Tucker home Sunday. S. W. Hutchinson shopped in Medford Monday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Watson shopped in Medford May 13. Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker and Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Watson and son Carroll were guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Russell Winn Saturday evening. Mrs. Alma Merriman was a guest at lunch of Mrs. Francis Ash, May 7. Mr. and Mrs. K. E. Hutchinson and daughter Shirley of Klamath Falls and Mrs. Lily Saltzman of Medford were weekend guests at the S. W. Hutchinson home. Mr. and Mrs. Perry arrived from California May 13 to spend the summer here. Medford Mail Tribune, May 17, 1936, page 4 ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, May 18.--(Spl.)--Ladies' Social Club will meet May 20 at the
home of Mrs. Mary Bradshaw. Mrs. Paul Prince of Medford will assist her
mother in entertaining.Antelope school will close May 22. There are four pupils who will graduate from the eighth grade. Those on the sick list at this writing are Jack Steel, Mrs. Velma Wood, and Mrs. Bob Lindsay. Mrs. Lindsay is confined to her bed with pneumonia. Little Parry Greb has also been quite ill. Mrs. Betty Briggs of near Reese Creek is taking care of Mrs. Lindsay while she is ill. Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Greb and daughters spent Sunday, May 10, at Butte Falls. Lincoln Charley, Walter Charley and Bill Monia are digging the holes for the electric light poles. We expect to have electricity by the first of June. Mrs. Louisa Greb is keeping house for Fred Dutton and Bill Wattenberg while Mrs. Dutton is visiting in Salem. The Eagle Point orchestra came out to the school house May 6 and played for half an hour. Everyone enjoyed them so much that it is hoped they will return sometime. Some of the school children have been quite ill from their vaccinations. Antelope Literary Club met May 8. A good musical program was given. Ice cream was served to a large crowd. The committee in charge of the May program wish to thank the ones who assisted them on the program. They are as follows: Harold Emison, of Eagle Point, Mrs. Roy Stanley and son, Miss Grace Holman, Miss Nelson, Gerald Hansen, of Brownsboro, Bill Holman, Mrs. Gertrude Greb, Mrs. E. A. Baize and sons Dick and James. It is hoped that they will help us to entertain again soon. Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Olmscheid, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Young, Mr. and Mrs. Tuttle, and Sterling Richmond of Copco office attended the Antelope Literary Club May 8. Mr. and Mrs. Hollis Burton and sons, Mr. and Mrs. Gebhard of Central Point spent Sunday, May 10 at Dead Indian Soda Springs. All were saddened at the passing of Mrs. Marshall. She was well known in this district. The sympathy of the neighborhood is extended to the bereaved families. Medford Mail Tribune, May 18, 1936, page 7 McLEOD
McLEOD,
May 19.--(Spl.)--Charles McIntyre of Sacramento and friend, Mr. Haynes,
were recent visitors at the Mullen home. Mr. McIntyre is a son of Mrs.
Mullen.Mrs. Bartz, who spent some days convalescing at Casey's Camp, returned to her home in Medford last week. Mrs. Anna B. Weeks has been receiving medical attention in a Medford hospital for several weeks for throat trouble. We are glad to report that she is responding favorably to treatment and expects to return home in a few days. The candidates' rally at the Rogue Elk Tuesday night was very well attended and a most enjoyable evening was spent by candidates and audience alike. Several of the candidates demonstrated the fact that they could sing equally as well as make political speeches. The latter part of the evening was spent in dancing and singing. The Upper Rogue H.E. ladies served refreshments. "Little Jo" Taylor entertained the audience with her popular cowboy songs throughout the evening. Miss Lois Glass has suffered a recent attack of measles, but is back to her studies at the Butte Falls high school again. The Glass family entertained Oakland friends over the weekend. The McLeod Extension unit held its monthly meeting at the home of Mrs. Harding May 15. Lamb and pork cookery was demonstrated by Tressie Vaughn and several assistants. Surprise handkerchief showers were given for Mrs. J. W. Richardson and Maud Ditsworth, as well as a beautifully decorated birthday cake for each. Arthur Mullen had the misfortune of breaking his leg while on duty on the Tiller-Trail road last week, and is receiving medical aid at a Medford hospital. The Vaughn family are driving a brand-new station wagon purchased last week to be used for marketing their strawberry crops, due to ripen in a week or two. The new cabins at Tate's Rogue River resort have been painted white and green and look very attractive in their beautiful setting on the river bank. A number of reservations have already been made for Decoration Day. Mr. and Mrs. Otto Jeldness spent Sunday at their cabin here. Dale Sawyer hauled a large load of box shook for Frank Ditsworth Saturday. The Ditsworths are getting organized for the harvesting of a bigger and finer strawberry crop than ever. The berries are expected to ripen by the end of May. E. A. Fleming, Bruce Fleming and Emil Schmidt called on Mr. and Mrs. N. T. Ohrt Sunday. Mrs. Barrett was ill part of the past week, and a substitute had to be secured for her school work. Mrs. Dale Sawyer suffered quite severely from small pox vaccination, as did Gus and Hobart Ditsworth. Medford Mail Tribune, May 19, 1936, page 11 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG
MOUNTAIN, May 19.--(Spl.)--The Long Mountain Social Club met at the
home of Mrs. May Stowell Wednesday. They also had a little surprise
party for Mrs. Delbert Mangold. She received many lovely gifts.
Everyone enjoyed the afternoon very much. At 4 o'clock refreshments
were
served. Those enjoying the hospitality of Mrs. Stowell were Mesdames
Fred Farlow, E. L. Stowell, Carlyle Natwick, Ivy Messenger, Delbert
Mangold, P. W. Stowell, M. L. Pruitt, Clarence Rankin, Laura Boren and
Miss Grace Holman and Rena Boren.Mr. and Mrs. George Swinney from Coquille have been visiting their daughter; Mrs. Fred Farlow. Our teacher, Miss Frances Moller, has been quite ill and is hardly able to finish her school term. Delbert Mangold returned home Friday from a business trip to Klamath Falls. Mrs. Eva Nichols and daughter, Marjory and Lottie Van Scoy, were callers at the E. L. Stowell home Sunday. Miss Grace Holman called on Miss Nick Young Wednesday and was a guest for lunch. Mrs. Eva Nichols and daughter Marjory and Lottie Van Scoy were callers at the E. L. Stowell home Sunday. Mrs. Marsh Garrett spent the day at the home of Mrs. Natwick one day last week. Tom Farlow from Medford visited his daughter, Mrs. C. Rankin, this week. Leonard and Harry Mitchell and Buck Solle from Meadows visited their mother, Mrs. P. M. Stowell, Sunday. Mrs. M. L. Pruitt and son Guy shopped in Central Point Tuesday. Mrs. Laura Boren and children shopped in Medford Monday. Mr. and Mrs. George Stowell and Mr. and Mrs. Mangold motored to Holcomb Springs Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Ellie Davidson of Medford called on Mr. and Mrs. Fred Farlow. Mrs. Carlyle Natwick motored to Phoenix Sunday, where she bought some poultry from Mr. Wright's hatchery. Mrs. M. Ewing, who just returned to Eagle Point from a business trip that took her into Nevada and California, was calling on friends in this district Wednesday and Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Owens were business callers at the L. F. Boren home Thursday. Guy Pruitt is shearing his sheep this week. Next week nearly everyone is going to start to cut hay. Medford Mail Tribune, May 19, 1936, page 11 REESE CREEK
REESE
CREEK, May 20.--(Spl.)--This is the last week of school, and teachers
and pupils are very busy with the last semester tests and the final
school activities. School will close Friday with a picnic for pupils
and the community at the school house.W. L. Foster had the misfortune to get his right hand injured quite badly while loading a calf which became unruly. A good crowd attended Sunday school and both services Sunday at the school house. Mr. Powell held the morning service and Mr. Stille of Shady Cove the evening. A good crowd came for the evening meeting. Mrs. Wallace Dinsmore, nee Dorothy Coy of Eureka, Calif., was a guest for the past week for Eileen Grow. A very good vote was polled at the May 15th election, and the Reese Creek election board didn't get through until the wee small hours of the morning. Those attending the school play at Eagle Point from here Friday night were Mrs. Wilfred Jack and daughter and two sons, Evelyn, Maurice and Eldred, also Alex Vestal, Mrs. Thomas Vestal and daughter Dorothy, and Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Gardner and sons Maynard and LeRoy, and Eileen and Harold Grow. Harold played in the orchestra. Miss Alice Ruttencutter was a guest Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Theo. Rein and family. Mr. and Mrs. H. Ball were afternoon callers. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphrey, Mrs. French, Ned Jeffries and Archie Nash were all dinner guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Merle Jack. Maurice Jack, Charles Cummons and Thomas Sherron attended the baccalaureate services in Eagle Point Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Hatfield were shopping in Medford Thursday. Dorothy Vestal spent the weekend with Charlene Ray of Eagle Point. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Robertson were in Medford Saturday on business. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph DeLassy of Grants Pass were weekend guests at the Jack Grow home. Miss Verta Stowell of Long Mountain was a guest over the weekend of Evelyn Jack. Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb and Edna Lamb were calling Sunday on Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack and Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb. The fine spring rains coming as they have have made this seem like the former years, as all the hills and pastures are covered with abundance of grass for the stock and hay crops. The Butte Falls highway is lined with cars with boats going to the lake to fish all day Sundays and many during the week. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Grow spent Saturday in Grants Pass on business. S. E. Trent of Medford and his sister, Miss Jennie Trent of Damascus, West Virginia, were visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Grow Sunday. Medford Mail Tribune, May 20, 1936, page 7 BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO,
May 20.--(Spl.)--Elmer Blaess has been very ill and absent from school
over three weeks, during the last six weeks period. He was taken to a
Medford hospital last Friday, and last reports were that he was
improving. Lorraine Blaess was also absent from school this week.School closed Friday. Clarence Hayward's team were the winners in the spelling contest for the second semester. In the final spelling tests which covered the whole year's work, the perfect spellers were Clarence Hayward and Margaret Henry. Allen Henry has a perfect attendance record for the entire school year. The members of the 4-H Club have been working hard at their project, and completed all their work this week. An Achievement Day and local exhibit was held at the school house Wednesday evening. Between forty and fifty people gathered to see the club work and enjoyed the picture presented by J. E. Albaugh, county club agent. The club members and local leader are very proud of their achievement pins presented by Mr. Albaugh, they being the first club to receive them this year. They also appreciate very much the thoughtfulness of the school board, who so generously furnished ice cream, and the ladies, who furnished the cakes. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the evening and left hoping Mr. Albaugh would entertain them often with pictures. The club members enjoyed a wiener roast Friday, which will be the last "get-together" for the year. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hukill and family of Medford, Wm. Nickell and daughter, Bob Neil and Fred Fernlund and family were guests at the Fernlund home, Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Bowman and son Billy and Tod Ross, all of Ross Lane, were Sunday guests at the Glass home. Mrs. F. Bloomingcamp and son Charles, of Hornbrook, Calif., were guests at the home of her sister, Mrs. L. J. Rohrer, on Wednesday of last week. Mrs. H. W. Wright and children, Gerald and Bruce Hansen, Don Jorgenson, Bill Monia, Dave Brown and Louis Rohrer attended the high school play in Eagle Point Friday night. Tomato planting is becoming quite an industry in Brownsboro this spring, with J. F. Maxfield, Mr. Craig and W. M. Hansen all putting out several acres of plants. Miss Jane Young of Tacoma, Wn., is a guest at the home of Helen Brown. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Conger have moved from Medford to their camp, near the Bradshaw drop, where Mr. Conger will be employed by the ditch company this summer. Mr. and Mrs. S. Brown of Bonanza were recent guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Baker. Lois Wright spent last weekend with her friend Barbara Kelly, at Trail. Mr. Baker returned Friday from Ilwaco, Wash., where he accompanied the body of Mrs. Baker's mother, Mrs. Sarah Hall, who passed away at the Baker home a short time ago. Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Baker of Long Beach, Wash., returned with Mr. Baker for a few days visit. Medford Mail Tribune, May 20, 1936, page 7 TRAIL
TRAIL,
May 21.--(Spl.)--The following ladies from Trail attended the home
interest conference in Medford May 19: Mesdames Francis Ash, Alma
Merriman, Eva Segessenman, Arlee Ragsdale, Jennie Hutchinson, E. Perry
and Miss Helen Hughes.Mrs. Lulu Taylor of Eagle Point spent the day with Mrs. Alma Merriman yesterday. Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Segessenman returned home Monday after spending several days in Klamath Falls on business. Mrs. Francis Ash was an overnight guest at the home of her son, Howard, and family Saturday night. Mrs. Lyal Tucker and Mrs. Luta Dawson are on the sick list. Mrs. Alma Merriman and son, Ray, and little Mary Segessenman spent Sunday visiting Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson. Mr. and Mrs. Mike Tucker of Ashland were weekend guests at the home of his brother, Boyd Tucker. A number of people from Trail attended the play at Eagle Point given by the high school students May 15. The trail extension unit met at the home of Mrs. Alma Merriman May 14. There were 17 ladies present to hear Mrs. Mabel Mack give the talk on "Food for the Young Child." After lunch the election of officers was held with Miss Helen Hughes as chairman; Mrs. Minnie Blaess, vice chairman; Miss Mabel Ragsdale, secretary, and Mrs. Alma Merriman, treasurer. After the business meeting a miscellaneous shower was given for Miss Laurabell LaDieu. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Watson have moved near Flounce Rock, where Mr. Watson has work with Mr. Tucker. Mr. and Mrs. W. Hall and little son, Rodric, have all been ill with colds. Mr. and Mrs. Gilhousen, who bought part of the Dawson place, have completed their house and have six cabins under construction, which makes that part of the river look like a village. The strawberry growers are beginning to pick their first berries for market. Little Mary Segessenman stayed with Mrs. Alma Merriman while her parents were gone to Klamath Falls recently. Mrs. Julia Peabody and little daughter returned home Friday after a three-weeks' trip to Idaho, where they visited relatives. Mrs. Peabody's mother and sister of Medford accompanied them. Wayne Ash is enjoying a new car which he purchased Friday. Mr. Sims is also driving a new car. Medford Mail Tribune, May 21, 1936, page 9 H. A. ANDERSON OF SHADY COVE DIES
Hilliard
Alexander Anderson, 20, died at his home, 18 miles north of Medford in
the Shady Cove district, Thursday morning of paralysis, the result of
an accident in 1932 at the Burgess school at Toledo, Ore., which caused
him to be crippled. He was the second son of Mrs. Lillie Anderson. He
was born at Unionville, Ore., May 2, 1916, and had resided in the Shady
Cove district for the past ten months.He leaves his mother, Mrs. Lillie Anderson, and two brothers and two sisters: Frederick, Leonard, Mrs. Ivan McCreedy, Toledo, and Mrs. Alfred Piele, Eagle Point. The remains will be forwarded to Newport, Ore., for burial, and services will be held at Toledo, Ore. Medford Mail Tribune, May 22, 1936, page 8 EAGLE POINT
EAGLE
POINT, May 22.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Stanley of near Dorris,
Cal., were Sunday night guests of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Stanley. They
returned home Monday.Tom Riley of Antelope and Mr. Swain of Brownsboro are remodeling and painting the post office, both inside and out, this week. The general garage and service station recently opened by Harold Emison is also being remodeled and painted. Lucille Hurst, one of our local telephone operators, is now employed in the telephone office in Medford. She started her new job this week, and Miss Gladys Nichols is filling the place she occupied here in the local office. Mr. Askew and Marshall Minter of Reese Creek were trading in Eagle Point last Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Clements left last Thursday for Roseburg, where Mr. Clements went to the veterans hospital for medical attention. It has since been learned that he underwent a serious operation there. It is sincerely hoped by his many friends that he will get along nicely and be home again soon. Chas. Roadarmel and niece, June Young, spent last weekend at Fortuna, visiting his nephew, Donald Young, and family. Mrs. Vera Mershon, Mrs. Barbara Jennings and Ed McGwin of Medford, Miss Ruth Nelson and Roy Stanley were last Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Orville Henderson. Mrs. George Daley was recently brought home from a Medford hospital, where she has been convalescing from an operation, and is getting along nicely. Mrs. R. A. Smith returned to her home in Jacksonville last Saturday after a few days' visit with her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. O. E. Henderson. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Brown and Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Brown are each the proud owners of brand-new Oldsmobiles just recently purchased. Judging from the many new automobiles in Eagle Point at present, it appears that prosperity has at least returned for some citizens. Mrs. Eva Nichols is also driving a nice new Studebaker. Hilliard Anderson, nephew of Mrs. Herb Perry, is critically ill at his home on the Crater Lake Highway above Eagle Point. Dr. Hayes of Medford was called to his bedside Wednesday. Millard Robertson was down to Eagle Point from the Rhoades and Dillard construction camp Wednesday on business. Mrs. Mary Higgins of Talent arrived in Eagle Point Tuesday. She will be a guest of Mrs. John Ragsdale for a week. Mr. and Mrs. John Warner and daughter and Wm. O'Neil of upper Trail stopped in Eagle Point for a short visit on their way home from a business trip to Medford. Mr. O'Neil reports the fish are biting fine in Trail Creek now. W. B. Brown, Mr. and Mrs. Herb Perry and Mrs. Gladys attended the wrestling bouts at the armory in Medford last Monday night. Mark Miller, salesman for Littrell Parts Company of Medford, was in Eagle Point Wednesday, installing some new equipment in the Perry garage. The juniors and seniors of the Eagle Point high school held a banquet at the Oasis Wednesday evening. Ice cream, strawberries and cake were served. A group of friends, 20 in all, of Ashland, spent last Sunday with the Chamberlain family of this place. The graduating class held its baccalaureate service at the church last Sunday. A large crowd attended and enjoyed the impressive service. Medford Mail Tribune, May 22, 1936, page 20 REESE CREEK
REESE
CREEK, May 26.--(Spl.)--School is now over and everyone is ready to
relax, including the mothers who attended the lunches. Miss
Ruttencutter and Mrs. Theo Rein gave a lawn party for the lower grades
Thursday afternoon at the latter's home. Games were enjoyed until a
late hour when ice cream and cookies were served to all present. Friday
a school and community picnic was enjoyed at the school house. After
the week of final examinations all present were ready to forget the
hard work and enjoy a real banquet, and plenty of games were the order
of the day, to say nothing of the good old neighborhood visiting.Mr. Vimont gave his pupils of the upper grades a never-to-be-forgotten trip to the Oregon Caves Saturday. Mrs. W. E. Hammel went along as chaperone for the girls. All enjoyed a wonderful day. They also had the privilege of going through the CCC camp at Camp Kerby, through the courtesy of Leon Rusho, who is stationed there. He gained permission from the officers in charge and escorted them over the camp. They returned home a tired but happy bunch of youngsters in the evening. Miss Alice Ruttencutter accompanied her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Ruttencutter, to Klamath Falls Saturday for the summer vacation. Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Vimont and son will leave soon for Yakima, Wash., to visit relatives for the summer. Mrs. Elmer Robertson underwent a major operation at the Community Hospital May 20. She is getting along nicely and everyone hopes for her speedy recovery. Mr. and Mrs. Theo Rein entertained Miss Ruttencutter at their home May 17. Quite a number from the Derby district attended Sunday school and church Sunday morning, May 24. They would like the cooperation of the Reese Creek Sunday school to help them to get a Sunday school organization in their community. A committee was appointed to assist them and extend a helping hand. Miss Ruttencutter was a guest for 6 o'clock dinner May 19 of Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack and family. Ralph Lamb was overnight guest of his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb, Tuesday, also going to Eagle Point to attend the graduation. Frances and Lois Moravet and Johnny Braack were guests at the Lamb home of Miss Ruttencutter for a 6 o'clock dinner Wednesday evening. Mr. and Mrs. H. Ball were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Theo Reim May 17. Mr. and Mrs. Trefren of Butte Falls were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphrey May 23. Mr. Vimont and Miss Ruttencutter were both retained to teach for the coming school year. Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Bailey sold their home, known as the George Sturgill place, to Mrs. Betty E. Fein of Los Angeles May 18. Mr. Gering of Los Angeles, a prominent dairyman from Adohr dairy, will move here with his family and live on the place. They have two children--a girl 4 years old and a boy 9 years old. We are very sorry to lose Mr. and Mrs. Bailey and Mr. and Mrs. Bailey, Sr., from our community, but we also welcome the new family among us, Mr. and Mrs. Gering and family, and hope they will like it here. Mrs. Ray Ragsdale and two little sons, who have spent the week visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cowden, returned home Sunday with her husband. Medford Mail Tribune, May 26, 1936, page 2 ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, May 96.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Ina Stanley, Mrs. Rader and Jerry Bellows spent Sunday, May 17, at Crater Lake.Antelope school board met at the school house Monday evening, May 18. Jim von der Hellen and Edwin Owins returned from Phoenix, Ariz., May 17. They visited several states while gone, and they say that Oregon looks like paradise to them after visiting some of the desert states. The Ladies' Social Club met at the home of Mrs. Mary Bradshaw May 20. Mrs. Walter Young and Mrs. Carter, Mr. and Mrs. Earl E. Step, and Mrs. Ray Edwards and son were visitors during the day. Mrs. Walter Young gave an interesting talk on the home extension work. Several ladies signed up to join with the Eagle Point unit this coming year. A bountiful luncheon was served to a large crowd at noon. Mr. and Mrs. Lester Bradshaw had as house guests this past week Mr. and Mrs. Earl E. Step of Los Angeles and Mrs. Ray Edward and son of Phoenix. Mrs. Step will be remembered in Eagle Point as Miss Katherine Philbrook. Mrs. Dot Dutton returned home from Salem May 15. Harve Stanley is confined to his bed with a bad cold. Mrs. June Burton was given a kitchen shower at the ladies' club May 20. Mrs. Burton received a large number of lovely gifts. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Wood and children and Mrs. Louisa Greb attended a show in Medford Wednesday evening. Mrs. Louisa Greb will hold open house Thursday afternoon from 2 to 5 o'clock, honoring her daughter, Mrs. Myrtle Smith of Medford, who is a recent bride. The ladies are asked to bring their needles and thimbles. Medford Mail Tribune, May 26, 1936, page 2 DeMolays Enjoy Annual Picnic at Rogue Elk Resort
Medford
chapter, Order of DeMolay, held its annual picnic Sunday at Rogue Elk
resort with approximately 30 couples and numerous "stags" present. All
agreed the picnic was the most successful yet staged. There was more
food than could be consumed despite second, third and even fourth
helpings.The water in Elk Creek was just right for an invigorating swim, and kittenball and football was enjoyed by those strenuously inclined. In the evening the couples danced to Whipple's music until the party broke up at 10:30. Medford Mail Tribune, May 27, 1936, page 3 EAGLE POINT WOMAN HURT BY FALLING SAW
EAGLE
POINT, May 27.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Mattie Brown was injured last week when a
buck saw, hanging to the woodshed wall into which she was driving a
nail, fell, inflicting a serious cut on the back of her hand. Mrs.
Brown was taken to Medford where a physician applied clamps to the
wound to stop the bleeding. She is reported as recovering nicely and
will soon have the bandages removed.Medford Mail Tribune, May 27, 1936, page 5 McLEOD
McLEOD,
May 27.--(Spl.)--Annual homemakers' day, May 19, was represented by the
following delegates from the McLeod Home Extension Unit: Mesdames Maud
Ditsworth, Tressie Vaughn, Violet Ditsworth, Hoag, Ohrt, Glass, Mullen,
Harding, Netherland, Sublette and Erma Glass. This is the largest
delegation ever sent by our unit, and members are enthusiastically
looking forward to giving reports at the June meeting to be held at the
home of Mrs. Close. The exact date will be announced later.The purchase of the Haines ranch was announced by Nion Tucker recently. This makes the third ranch located near "Rogues Roost" Mr. Tucker has purchased the past few years. The others are Flounce Rock ranch and the Gus Ditsworth ranch. Some fine herds of Hereford stock have been shipped in by the Tuckers this spring. Clifford Collier drove over Saturday from Klamath Falls, where he is employed, and took the family back with him. They expect to camp near his work for the summer. Mr. Von der Maas is pasturing some of Nion Tucker's stock for a time. Mrs. Harry Harding took her son Harry, Jr., to Medford May 19 for medical examination. Frank Netherland, on his return from two weeks' stay in Medford, was stricken with a severe attack of flu. Strawberry growers in this vicinity expect to begin picking next week. Medford Mail Tribune, May 27, 1936, page 9 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG
MOUNTAIN, May 28.--(Spl.)--The Long Mountain school district was
invited to the Butte Creek school for a picnic on Friday. All the
school children and parents went, and all reported a very nice time.Mr. and Mrs. P. M. Stowell and Mrs. Jack Stowell made some calls in the Meadows country on Monday. Mrs. Ray Harnish and daughters Mary and Helen, Mrs. Coy and Mrs. Taylor from Eagle Point and Lucille Jennings from Medford were Sunday visitors of Mr. and Mrs. George Stowell. Mr. and Mrs. Mangold and Mrs. George Stowell were visitors of Mr. and Mrs. R. I. Kline on Monday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Grow of Reese Creek visited Mr. and Mrs. Boren Sunday. Mrs. Boren, with the company of Mr. and Mrs. P. M. Trout, made a business call in Medford Monday. Professor Bott and family were visitors at the J. E. Stowell home Tuesday evening. Medford Mail Tribune, May 28, 1936, page 5 TRAIL
TRAIL,
May 28.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Grayson Robinson of Homer, Minn., who are
house guests of their son, Harvey Homer, in Medford, were calling on
old friends in this vicinity Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Robinson left five
years ago after having lived at the U.S. hatchery here for several
years.Jim Tucker and sister, Mrs. Daisy Holmes, of Ashland, were weekend guests at the home of their brother, Boyd Tucker. Mrs. Lizzie Nichols of Ashland was house guest over the weekend of Mrs. Alma Merriman. Together they took lunch with Mrs. Violet Ditsworth and called on several other friends in the neighborhood. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Render and Mr. and Mrs. Starbuck and little son, all of Medford, spent Sunday on the river beach at the S. W. Hutchinson place, where the men did some fishing and reported very good luck. S. W. Hutchinson and son, Keva of Klamath Falls, fished at Fish Lake Saturday. They caught the limit of fish. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Ash and family of Elk Creek were guests for Sunday dinner at the home of his mother, Mrs. Francis Ash. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Watson were calling on friends in this vicinity Sunday. Mrs. Mary Clark has been quite ill with flu but she is better at this time. Ernie Segessenman was quite ill for several days but was able to be out again Tuesday, May 26. Mr. and Mrs. Pete Betz visited at the S. W. Hutchinson home Friday. The Trail school closed for the summer May 22. Mrs. Newton, the teacher, has been engaged to teach again next year. Several people from here attended the dance at the Nelson Nye home near Prospect Saturday evening. Mesdames Francis Ash, Alma Merriman, Lyal Tucker, Linda Robinson and Jennie Hutchinson spent the afternoon May 26 at Mrs. Minnie Blaess', planning some work for the Grange. Medford Mail Tribune, May 28, 1936, page 5 300 AT SHADY COVE TOWNSENDITE RALLY
Over
300 attended the country-wide Townsend rally at Shady Cove school house
Monday evening, under direction of Rev. Ray Garland, local Townsend
organizer, who was chief speaker.An excellent musical program was rendered, under the direction of Rev. and Mrs. D. E. Millard. Refreshments were served and a social hour followed the meeting. Next of the series of county rallies will occur at Phoenix soon, according to Rev. Garland, who is in charge of club organization work in Jackson County. Medford Mail Tribune, May 28, 1936, page 14 EAGLE POINT
EAGLE
POINT, May 28.--(Spl.)--The commencement exercises of the Eagle Point
high school were held at the Oasis hall last Friday evening with a
large crowd in attendance. The many beautiful flowers blending with the
color of the beautiful dresses worn by the girls of the class lent a
bright and festive appearance to an otherwise solemn occasion. The
class roll was as follows: Girls, Wilma Houston, Gladys Nichols, June
Stowell and Lena Zimmerlee; boys, Albert Andre, Charles Cummons,
Herbert Lusk and Edison Crandall. The medals were awarded by Prof.
Davies to Gladys Nichols, for activities; Wilma Houston, scholarship:
and Albert Andre, for athletics. Lester Throckmorton awarded the
diplomas. The address was delivered by Prof. R. W. McNeal of the
Southern Oregon Normal School of Ashland. Rev. Smith of Butte Falls
gave the invocation. Two solos, one by Miss Yetta Olson, the other by
Gordon Campbell, were beautifully rendered and met with hearty applause
from the audience, and as the exercises came to a close it is safe to
say that everyone present hoped, as these young people launched out
into the serious business of finding their place in life, they will
realize their highest hopes and attain the success that bears no
regrets.The teachers left for their homes Saturday and Sunday, Miss Yetta Olson to Eugene, Donna Earl to Sacramento, Cal., Ray Neugart to Albany, Ore., and Wilda Darneille to Medford. Miss Olson and Ray Neugart will return in the fall to teach again during the winter term. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Ashpole returned home last Wednesday from a month's trip to Arizona and California. Roy is again able to take care of his hardware store and is greatly improved in health. They enjoyed their vacation very much, but say they are glad to be home again. Mr. and Mrs. Robert LaRocque of Merrill, Ore., were callers in Eagle Point last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Farlow of Lost Creek, parents of Mrs. Eva Nichols, attended the commencement exercises at the Oasis Friday evening. Mrs. Lyle Carlton of Medford spent Tuesday forenoon with her mother, Mrs. Coy, of this place. Miss Maxine Cannon went to Medford last Friday evening where she will spend some time with her mother before going to Grants Pass where she will remain most of the summer with her sister, Mrs. L. D. Fox. Catherine Philbrook, a former resident of Eagle Point, now of Los Angeles, arrived here the first of last week. She spent the week visiting and calling on old school mates and friends, leaving for home last Saturday. Gordon Campbell will take a truckload of lumber to Crater Lake next Sunday, May 31, from the Clements lumber yard. Tom Riley also will go to the lake the same day, where he will have a carpenter job most of the summer. Mrs. L. D. Fox and little daughter of Grants Pass, and her mother, Mrs. Ernest Cannon and little daughter of Medford, attended the graduation exercises at the Oasis Friday evening. Mrs. Barbara Jennings and Ed Guin of Medford and Mrs. Dwight Hartman of Jacksonville were guests of Mr. and Mrs. O. E. Henderson last Sunday. Mrs. Freeland Newport of Astoria, sister of Mrs. Wm. Perry and Mrs. Rosa Smith, arrived in Eagle Point last Friday for a week's visit with her sisters and mother, Mrs. Lottie Ayres, and old friends living here. The Eagle Point telephone office is receiving a new coat of white paint this week, which is being applied by Mr. Swain of Brownsboro. A little paint rightly used surely does wonders to a drab front. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Perry of Eagle Point and Mrs. Freeland Newport of Astoria were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Orville Henderson Tuesday evening, May 26. Medford Mail Tribune, May 28, 1936, page 17 HINT NICK YOUNG FOR CONSTABLE
Nick
A. Young, long-time resident of this city, and active in
Spanish-American War veterans' activities for years, has been mentioned
as a probable appointee for constable for the Medford district. A
vacancy exists. Frank E. Anderson, the duly qualified and elected
constable, has moved to a coast county. The county court, at its
meeting tomorrow, is expected to name Anderson's successor.The appointment will be until a successor can be chosen by the people at the November election. Owney J. Patton, at the May 15 primary, was nominated for constable on both the Democratic and Republican tickets. Patton, who is circuit court bailiff, has announced he would decline the honor, and so left the field open. Medford Mail Tribune, June 2, 1936, page 1 REESE CREEK
REESE
CREEK, June 2.--(Spl.)--Sunday school and church are progressing fine.
After Sunday school Mr. Powell brought a very helpful and fine message,
and in the evening after a splendid young people's meeting led by Mr.
Cingcade, Mr. Stille preached a splendid helpful sermon. Both morning
and evening good audiences filled the house.Reese Creek W.C.T.U. will hold an all-day meeting and basket lunch will be served at noon Thursday, June 4. It will be the county institute. Mrs. McCormick of Ashland will be the main speaker. There will also be speakers from Grants Pass and Medford. Everyone in the community is cordially invited to come and bring basket dinner. The president, Mrs. Charles Cummons, will have charge of the program. C. J. Lowell, Sr., and C. J. Lowell, Jr., and wife, all of Stockton, Cal., were weekend guests at the Jack Grow home. Also Mrs. Rose Sturgill of Eagle Point was visiting there. Mrs. Sturgill and Mr. Lowell, Sr., are sister and brother, and all had a very pleasant reunion. All the eighth grade pupils passed and went to Ashland Friday, May 29, to the graduation exercises given there. Among the parents and friends attending from here were Mrs. W. E. Hammel, Mrs. Carter, Mrs. Jack Grow, Mrs. Eugene Bellows, Mrs. Edward Bellows and Ben Bellows, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cummings and family, Mrs. Agnes Moffitt and Mrs. Watkins. We are very grad to know that Mrs. Elmer Robertson was able to be brought home from the hospital Saturday. Mrs. Nora McCarn and son, Herbert, of Klamath Falls visited Tuesday afternoon at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack. Mr. and Mrs. Simonds, formerly of Coker Butte, had the misfortune to lose their home and contents by fire last week. Mrs. Dennis Clark will go to Portland this month to bring her son, Walter, home from Portland, where he has been for a while taking treatments. Mrs. Wilfred Jack and sons, Maurice and Eldred, and daughter, Evelyn, were calling May 27 on Mr. and Mrs. James McDowell. Evelyn will remain for a week visiting with her sister. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Knight and daughter, Faith, of Yreka, Cal., and Mr. and Mrs. H. T. Brooks of Chico, Cal., were weekend visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cummons. Faith will remain for several weeks visiting her cousin, Marion Cummons. The two ladies are sisters of Mr. Cummons. The Holiness Association will hold an all-day meeting here at the Reese Creek school house June 12. Several fine speakers will be present. All are welcome. Mrs. Wilfred Jack and family and Mrs. Thomas visited at the H. Ball place May 27. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Humphrey and family and the Jack Tungate family were calling on Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cowden Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Chamberlain and son, Bruce, were calling on Reese Creek Saturday from Coquille, Ore. Also Joe Chamberlain from Dunsmuir was a caller here. All visited at the Wilfred Jack home Saturday. Medford Mail Tribune, June 2, 1936, page 7 BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO, June 4.--(Spl.)--H. W. Wright and little daughter, Dorothy, have been on the sick list this past week.The new six and eight telephone line is to be completed as far as Brownsboro, within a few days. Mrs. Donna Charley visited with her mother, Mrs. Monia, a few days last week. The Morris family of Central Point were guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Tucker last Sunday. Mrs. L. J. Rohrer and son Louis and Gerald Hansen spent Decoration Day with relatives at Little Shasta and Hornbrook, Calif. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Gilbert of Roseburg were overnight guests at the Walter Marshall home Saturday night. Sunday they all enjoyed a trip to Fish Lake. Mr. and Mrs. J. Gear, Bill Gibson, and Mrs. Matlack of Medford spent Monday evening at the Wright home. Don Young of Fortuna, Calif., was a guest at the Brown home last week. His wife and little son, who have been visiting with Mrs. Young's parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Brown, returned home with him. Other guests at the Brown home Sunday were Mr. and Mrs. Ray Dallaire of Medford. A cemetery meeting was held at Wright's store Sunday afternoon and Bill Perry was appointed chairman of the road committee. Work on the road to the cemetery is expected to begin soon. Mrs. Jenny Charley of Medford has been visiting at the homes of Reed Charley and Lee Bradshaw this past week. Medford Mail Tribune, June 4, 1936, page 5 ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE,
June 4.--(Spl.)--Antelope school closed May 22. A picnic lunch was
served at noon. Refreshments of cake and ice cream were served in the
afternoon. Mrs. Erickson was presented with several lovely gifts by the
pupils.Mrs. John C. Greb and children spent last week at Butte Falls with Mr. and Mrs. Ted Fredenberg. Miss Ernestine Fredenberg of San Francisco also was a guest of her father, Ben Fredenberg. Pupils on the honor roll this past six weeks were Annabelle Riggs, Barbara Culbertson, Jean Beck, Alice Allen, Mary Allen, Bob Allen, Jack Steele and Betty Jean White. Dick Baize of Medford was a guest of his sister, Mrs. Ruby Riggs, May 28 and 29. Antelope Literary Club will meet June 12. The ladies are requested to bring a pie. Mrs. Louisa Greb entertained May 28, honoring her daughter, Mrs. Myrtle Smith, of Medford. Mrs. Smith will be married in June. A mock wedding was held in the afternoon. Mrs. Anna Davis taking the bride's part and Mrs. Ruby Riggs the groom's. Mrs. Lela Bonham was the minister. Refreshments were served to the following ladies: Mesdames P. G. Nelson, Erica Cadwallader, Carrie Chase, Bessie Michael, E. L. Hopkins, Lela Q. Bonham, Ruby Riggs. Julia and Anna Davies, Freda Greb, Margaret Hatlett, Dot Sutton, Velma Wood, Sarah Riley, Jessie Allen, Pearl Yorton, Alva and Mary McDowell, Louisa Greb and Myrtle Smith. Mrs. Smith received a large number of lovely gifts. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Bigham and daughters, Mrs. Ruby Riggs and daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Harve Stanley and son and Mrs. Rader attended the graduation exercises at St. Mary's Academy June 1, Miss Ruth Arens having been one of the graduates. Those who attended the graduation exercises in Ashland May 29 from Antelope were Mr. and Mrs. Hollis Burton and sons, Mr. and Mrs. Bill White, Eva Beck and daughter Jean, Mrs. Ruby Riggs and daughter Annabelle, Sonny Riggs, Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Allen and daughter Alice, and Mrs. E. A. Baize. Those who received their diplomas were Jean Beck, and Alice Allen, Annabelle Riggs and Bruce Burton. Medford Mail Tribune, June 4, 1936, page 5 TRAIL
TRAIL, June 4.--(Spl.)--The following ladies spent May 28 in Ashland,
the guests of Mrs. Lizzie Nichols: Mesdames Alma Merriman, Eva
Segessenman, Lyal Tucker, Minnie Blaess, and Jimmie Hutchinson, of
Trail, Mesdames Violet Ditsworth, Florence Watson, Tressa Vaughn and
Miss Evelyn Ditsworth of McLeod and Mrs. Linda Robinson of Medford.Mr. and Mrs. Grayson Robinson of Homer, Minn., are house guests for a few days at the Boyd Tucker home. Mrs. M. Phipps of Klamath Falls visited her daughter, Mrs. Mary Payton, Sunday. Mrs. Alma Merriman and son Ray were dinner guests at the E. W. Segessenman home May 30. S. W. Hutchinson and son, Keva Hutchinson, fished at Diamond Lake Sunday. No luck for anyone that day. Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Vossen and daughter Adeline and friend, all of Eugene, were weekend guests at the E. W. Segessenman home. Mrs. Vossen and Mrs. Segessenman are sisters. Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson spent Monday in Medford, Mr. Hutchinson shopping while Mrs. Hutchinson attended a county community meeting on extension work at the court house. The weather is rainy and cool, not so good for haying or the strawberry crop, which is now ripe. Boyd Tucker is cutting hay at the Merriman place. R. Dawson and Wilmer Ragsdale are also cutting hay. Medford Mail Tribune, June 4, 1936, page 5 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, June 4.--(Spl.)--Miss Frances Davidson of Eagle Point
spent the past week with her sister and family, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph
Merritt.Shirley Chaplin was a weekend guest of Evelyn Jack. Mrs. Percy Lofland of the Central Point district was calling on Mrs. W. R. Lamb Monday. They were friends more than 20 years agom and the visit was a pleasant one. Ralph Lamb is helping with the hay crop at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. Ball and other work during the summer months. Mrs. C. E. Lamb returned home from Klamath Falls Saturday evening where she spent the past week visiting her mother, Mrs. Brumble, and other relatives. The recent rain was a real million-dollar rain. If it did damage some hay, it helped so much in general that most citizens feel it was worth it. Medford Mail Tribune, June 4, 1936, page 9 EAGLE POINT
EAGLE
POINT, June 5.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Eva Nichols went to Medford to the
Community Hospital Tuesday where she will be under medical attention
for a few days, perhaps undergoing an operation later.Mr. and Mrs. Bob Baize of Antelope were trading in Eagle Point Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Don Brittsan made a business trip to Ashland Tuesday. Ansil Pearce went to Union Creek last Sunday, where he will be stationed this summer working with the Forest Service. Mrs. Harve Stanley and mother, Mrs. John Rader, attended the commencement exercises at the Catholic academy in Medford Monday evening. Miss Ruth Arnes, niece of Mrs. Rader, was one of the graduating class. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Van Scoy and children of Alton, California were last weekend visitors with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Hannaford, and Mrs. Lottie Van Scoy and other relatives at Eagle Point. The Dale Walker family were dinner guests at the Roy Stanley home last Sunday. Miss Beulah Tingleaf, who is employed by the Kennell Ellis studios in Klamath Falls, spent last weekend in Eagle Point with her mother and sister, Mrs. Millie Tingleaf and Miss June. Mr. and Mrs. Pearl Stowell of the Long Mountain district were callers in Eagle Point Monday afternoon. Mrs. Celia Holmes, who was operated on at the Sacred Heart Hospital in Medford last Saturday, is reported as getting along nicely, and it is sincerely hoped that she will be greatly improved in health on recovering from the ordeal. Miss Hattie Howlett and sister, Mrs. Tavia Shaw, returned from Portland last Friday evening after a month's absence. Henry Meyers of Lake Creek was a business caller at the Perry garage Monday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. V. McGuire, recently of Medford, have moved into the lower part of Ernie Dahack's house and are in charge of the beer parlor which was opened last Saturday evening. George Wehman has gone to Medford, where he now has a job with Lamport's hardware store. Miss Dorothy Vestal of Reese Creek is a guest of Miss Charlene Ray of Eagle Point this week. A record-breaking crowd attended the dance and opening of the new beer parlor at the Oasis last Saturday night, with a nine-piece orchestra furnishing the music. The Ray store on the Crater Lake Highway is receiving a new coat of paint this week. Mrs. Mattie Brown, who received a badly cut hand last week, reports the wound does not pain any more and is healing nicely now. Mr. and Mrs. Eber Weed, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Bergman, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Roseberry of Medford, and Mrs. Freeland Newport of Astoria, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Cowden, Mr. and Mrs. Scott Boyer of Reese Creek and Mr. and Mrs Perry of this place were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Percy Haley last Saturday evening, all going to the dance at the Oasis afterward. Mrs. Wm. Perry, Mrs. Roy Smith, mother; Mrs. Lottie Ayres, sister; Mrs. Laura Newport and Mrs. Stella Haley spent the day with Mrs. Nick Young last Friday. Mrs. Orville Henderson drove to Jacksonville last Sunday where she spent the day with her mother and sister, Mrs. R. A. Smith and Mrs. John Norris. Chauncey Harper left last week for Oklahoma City, Okla., where he will have a responsible position with a motion picture concern. Mr. and Mrs. Robt. LaRocque returned to Eagle Point last Sunday to be in charge of the telephone office here, and Dale Walker moved to Merrill to take charge of the office there. Mrs. Freeland Newport left for her home in Astoria last Sunday morning after a week's visit with relatives and friend in Eagle Point. Cal Spencer of the Ala Vista orchards was a business caller in Eagle Point Monday evening. Mr. and Mrs. F. J. McPherson of Shady Cove were callers on Mr. and Mrs. Orville Henderson last Saturday afternoon. Miss Verta Stowell of the Long Mountain district is spending a few days this week as guest of Miss Margie Nichols of this place. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Stanley, son, Bertland, and niece, Ruth Nelson, returned Saturday afternoon from a trip to John Day, where they attended the stockmen's convention held there. Mr. and Mrs. Seth Dixon of Fort Klamath were callers at the Henderson home last Friday while on their way home from a two months' stay in San Francisco and other California cities. V. D. Brophy of the Canal ranch was a business caller in Eagle Point last Friday. There are tons of hay down in this locality now and the farmers are hoping for warm sunny weather, but much of it has been badly soaked already, which is very discouraging. Medford Mail Tribune, June 5, 1936, page 13 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN, June 5.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Harry Walters and son,
Edward, from Talent, are guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ross Kline
for a few days.Mrs. Pruitt had the pleasure of being visited by Mrs. L. H. Boren of this district Saturday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Pearl Stowell visited Sunday at the home of their daughter and family in Medford; also the Michael boys, Gerald, Carl and Harry, visited Mr. and Mrs. Pearl Stowell Sunday evening. Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Davies and children of Eagle Point visited Mr. and Mrs. George Stowell Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Stowell visited all day Sunday with friends at Eagle Point. Mr. and Mrs. Natwick and son were dinner guests Tuesday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Holman, formerly of this district and now living in Eagle Point. Mr. and Mrs. Gionetti visited Tuesday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Short. Mr. and Mrs. Hamon visited the Short family Sunday, both visiting groups being from Klamath Falls. Wes Childreth and Mrs. Allie Daily of Eagle Point visited Mr. and Mrs. Nick Young Sunday. Among other business visitors in this community we find that Mrs. Ruth Natwick motored to Northern California last week. Ross Kline received by telegram from the East news that his brother had passed away. The community extends to him, Mother Kline and Harvey Walters and family their deepest sympathies. George Stowell accompanied Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Mangold, who attended the classification which was held at Valley View Monday. Mrs. Mae Stowell, Mrs. Boren, Mrs. Ruby Young and Mrs. Lena Stowell from this district attended the H.E. Club, which was held at the Eagle Point Grange hall. Mrs. Young entertained at luncheon Friday, complimenting Mrs. Newport of Astoria, Mrs. Newport being formerly of Medford. Mr. and Mrs. Jackson were here attending to business affairs before leaving for Chiloquin, where Mr. Jackson will be employed in repairing machinery. Medford Mail Tribune, June 5, 1936, page 17 Holiness Meeting for Reese Creek
The Rogue River Valley Holiness Association meeting will be held
Friday, June 12, in the Reese Creek schoolhouse, northeast of Eagle
Point off the Crater Lake Highway one-half mile on the Butte Falls road.All are cordially invited to attend and bring basket lunch. First service at 11 a.m.; afternoon service at 2:30 p.m. There will be various speakers for the day. Medford Mail Tribune, June 7, 1936, page 3 McLEOD
McLEOD,
June 6.--(Spl.)--News of the marriage of Leon Close to Miss Maud
Clarington at Klamath Falls, May 24, has been announced by Mr. and Mrs.
C. E. Close. The young couple will make their home at Chiloquin, where
Leon is employed in a box factory.The harvesting of strawberries in this vicinity is now in full swing. The recent rains have caused considerable loss to the growers, and the crop is reported to be short of normal. More pickers are said to be needed. Mr. and Mrs. Jimmie Peck and party of Medford were Sunday guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Close. Mr. and Mrs. Art Cheney of Medford and friends were guests at the Close home May 31. Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Clement and son were weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. Bob Alworth. Mrs. Harold Netherland and sons are visiting her mother at Butte Falls. Mrs. Ethel Casey is reported to have landed a large salmon the past week. Numerous other salmon have been caught recently by fishermen who come here annually for fishing. Harry Harding, Jr., has been taking daily medical treatment in Medford and is reported to be improving rapidly in health. Medford Mail Tribune, June 7, 1936, page 8 REESE CREEK
REESE
CREEK, June 9.--(Spl.)--Sunday school and church are both doing nicely.
Mr. and Mrs. Harry Powell went to Lake Creek Sunday afternoon, where
Mr. Powell held services.The W.C.T.U. held the county institute at the Reese Creek school house June 4, the Reese Creek union being hostess. Mrs. Cummons, president of Reese Creek union, had charge of the meeting which opened at 10:30 a.m., with singing and a devotional period in charge of W. L. Foster, reading from 103 Psalm and Isaiah, and six chapters of John, followed by prayer. Mrs. Cummons gave a welcome message to all visiting ladies and gentlemen. After a discussion on the Union Signal by Mrs. W. R. Lamb, the meeting was turned over to Mrs. Augusta McCormick, county president, of Medford, who gave a most interesting talk on the "Uses of Wine in the Bible," bringing out many new and convincing facts from the Bible. Mrs. Brouse gave the noonday prayer. At noon a most delicious picnic dinner was spread under the trees and thoroughly enjoyed by a large crowd. At 1:40 p.m., the meeting was again resumed with devotional period being in charge of Mrs. Eva McNary of Medford. Her subject, from Genesis, and the Garden of Eden, was well delivered and enjoyed by everyone present. Mrs. Daisy Douglas gave the story of the flag from the Sunday school and Mrs. Clarice Nye of Prospect gave a splendid paper on the wildflowers and rock gardens. The Medford union gave a travelogue, telling of W.C.T.U. work in different foreign countries, which was very clever. Mr. Foster gave a splendid talk on W.C.T.U. work in general. Mrs. McCormick gave a most interesting story of the flag and of visits from foreign workers, and Mrs. Minnie Bryant gave a very interesting talk on her work in the union. The meeting was adjourned and all enjoyed a wonderful day. Those present from Medford were Mrs. Augusta McCormick, Mrs. Bell E. Littrell, Mrs. Daisy Douglas, Mrs. Minnie Bryant, Mrs. W. T. Berry, Mr. and Mrs. F. T. Weighill, Mrs. Eva McNary, Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Lyman, Mrs. Samuel Bateman, F. S. Roseborough and Mrs. Clarice Nye of Prospect. Thursday, June 11, the Home and School Circle of Reese Creek will meet at the home of Mrs. Jack Grow, near the school house. All members and friends are cordially invited to come. A covered dish luncheon will be served at noon. Bring sewing and come and chat with neighbors. Friday, June 12, the Holiness Association will hold an all-day meeting at Reese Creek school house. A picnic lunch will be served at noon. Some fine speakers will be present to deliver the addresses. All are welcome to come and enjoy a well-spent day. Mr. and Mrs. Homer Martin were happily surprised June 1 when Mrs. Martin's brother and wife, Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Alexander and son of Eugene, from Maupin, Ore., came for a week's visit. Wednesday they all went to Grants Pass, via Jacksonville and Applegate. Charles Cummons and Harold Grow of Reese Creek both graduated from Eagle Point High School, and both played in the school orchestra at the school exercises at Ashland when the 8th grades got their diplomas. Maurice Jack and Charles Cummons accompanied the Misses Verna and Beth Cingcade and Miss Day and Miss Myers to Los Angeles for a week's trip of sightseeing and pleasure, leaving June 5. Mr. and Mrs. O. P. Rusho and Mrs. C. H. Rusho were all shopping in Medford June 2. Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Martin and son were visiting Mr. and Mrs. Homer Martin Sunday. Little Janet Merritt spent the night with relatives in Eagle Point June 2. Reese Creek was well represented at Derby June 6 at the Townsend meeting and shower given for Mr. and Mrs. Simmonds, who suffered a total loss of their house and all belongings last week at Coker Butte. They were former residents of this district. Medford Mail Tribune, June 9, 1936, page 7 BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO,
June 9.--(Spl.)--Members of the Lake Creek Jolly Cookers 4-H Club met
at the home of Mrs. Myrtle Charley June 4. In the absence of Miss
Lucille Millican, leader, who is now spending her vacation in Eugene,
Mrs. Flossie Murray is acting as leader for the club. Milk dishes were
discussed and Gwendolyn Charley demonstrated making custard. Patsy von
der Hellen of Antelope was a visitor of the club. Following the meeting
refreshments were served.Charles Craig, who has been working at Klamath Falls for some time, returned home last week. Walter Marshall came down from the Government Camp and spent the weekend at home. Work on their new home is progressing nicely. Gerald Hansen and Louis Rohrer attended the Recreational Club at Lake Creek Saturday evening. Medford Mail Tribune, June 9, 1936, page 7 Ernest Dahack of Eagle Point, charged with barbering on Sunday, entered a plea of not guilty. Date of trial was not set. Dahack, a licensed barber, is alleged to have wielded a razor on a customer on the Sabbath, contrary to the state barber law. "Cull Spuds Bring K.F. Grower Fine," Medford Mail Tribune, June 11, 1936, page 1 TRAIL
TRAIL,
June 11.--(Spl.)--After spending several days here visiting, Mr. and
Mrs. Grayson Robinson returned to Medford June 6. After spending a few
days there with their son, Harvey, they will return to their home at
Homer, Minn. En route home, they expect to visit friends near Portland
and at Olympia, Wash.Mr. and Mrs. Frank Jordan of Ashland spent Sunday visiting Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker. Mrs. Lily Saltzman of Medford was a guest at the S. W. Hutchinson home the past week. Mrs. Esther LaDieu and children accompanied her father home to Oakland a week ago. Miss Helen Hughes visited at Mrs. Anna How's [Anna Owens'?] Monday afternoon. Mrs. Alma Merriman and son, Roy, spent the past week visiting Guy Merriman at Cave City, Ore. Ruth Clark and a group of Girl Scouters of Medford are spending a few days at Peter Pan camp. Mrs. Wilkinson of Medford is spending the week at Mrs. Francis Ash's. Mrs. Anna Wilson and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson called on Mrs. Hall and Mrs. Mary Warner Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Francelia Caster and two nephews of Oakland are visiting at the home of Mrs. Caster's parents, Rev. and Mrs. M. E. LaDieu, for several weeks. Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Cushman have moved to the mountains for the summer. Mr. Cushman is engaged in Forest Service work. Mrs. Anna Wilson of Medford is staying at the S. W. Hutchinson home and will look after the place while Mr. and Mrs. Hutchinson are gone on a two weeks' vacation at Pomeroy, Wash., and Hood River, Ore. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Fishback of Bellflower, Cal., are staying at the mission here and conducting services three times a week. They will remain until June 21. Mrs. Christine Dawson and little daughter, Shirley, were weekend guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R. Dawson. Miss Gertrude Hammond of Willow Springs is a guest for the week at the home of her aunt, Alma Merriman. Mr. and Mrs. Lester Merriman of Klamath Falls are camping at the Harry Merriman home. Medford Mail Tribune, June 11, 1936, page 9 CONSTABLE'S BIKE, LIKE ONE HORSE SHAY,
The
venerable bicycle Constable Nick S. Young has been pedaling for 17
years succumbed to old age day before yesterday on Main Street. Its
ancient frame gave an ominous creak and then folded up. It required all
the constable's agility to keep from tumbling prone on the pavement.QUITS IN MIDDLE OF STREET It was one of the oldest, if not the oldest bicycle in Jackson County, and its rider is the most aged cyclist in these parts. Constable Young bought the bicycle, second-hand, for $7.50 while he was still a horseshoer, in 1919. The owner used it to get home to meals in time from his blacksmith shop. Though the possessor also of a car, he always used the bicycle when he wanted to get someplace in a hurry. Before the constable acquired the wheel, it had seen a dozen years of transportation duty, and is figured to be 30 years old. Following the crumpling of the pioneer bicycle, Walter Olmscheid presented Constable Young with the frame of a bicycle he owned, and with a little blacksmithing the wheels of the departed machine were again placed in service, enabling the arm of the law to roll around town as of yore. Medford Mail Tribune, June 12, 1936, page 5 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG
MOUNTAIN, June 12.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Messenger left Sunday morning for
Cottage Grove to visit relatives, taking with her Velta, her daughter,
and Harold, her youngest son.Mr. and Mrs. Frank Bishop, orange growers from Southern California, are visiting at their summer home on the Rogue River. They, with a couple of assistants, are staying for an indefinite period. Miss Elinora Menegat, who is attending the Ashland Normal School, is visiting her sister, Mary Mangold, for a few days. Bonnie Jean Stowell has just returned from visiting her friends, Mary Harnish and Jean Holmes, of Eagle Point, for a few days. June Stowell left June 9 for Red Bluff, Calif. to visit her older sister, Evelyn Sullivan. She will remain there a week, then go on to Oakland, where she will stay the rest of the summer. Mrs. Opal Haley and daughter Ruth visited J. E. Stowell June 9. George Brown was an all-day visitor of Jack Stowell and family recently, accompanied in the afternoon by Mr. and Mrs. Short of this community and Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Botts of Medford. Mr. and Mrs. Garrett visited friends at Lake Creek the latter part of last week. Vandray Boren, son of Mr. and Mrs. L. F. Boren, who has been very ill in the hospital, has returned home and is feeling much better. Everyone hopes he will recover completely soon. W. H. Whetstone of Central Point had the honor of having birthday guests from this community, they being Mr. and Mrs. R. I. Kline. Mrs. Boren has just received four hundred baby turkeys. Mrs. Holman and daughter, Mary Ellen, visited at the Boren ranch June 9. Mr. and Mrs. George Lamson are being visited by their son-in-law, Mr. Donovan, and his young son. They arrived here Monday from Washington. Most of the men in this community are very busy with their haying, so they have not much time to go visiting. Medford Mail Tribune, June 12, 1936, page 6 McLEOD
McLEOD,
June 12.--(Spl.)--Leo Hoag returned from Oregon State College last
Friday and immediately took up his duties with Mr. and Mrs. Nion
Tucker, where he will be employed for the summer.Dan and Wallace Ohrt spent the weekend with their family. The boys are both employed in Medford, where they will continue to work during the summer. Bob Ohrt is thinning at the Fleming orchard near Jacksonville. Friends and neighbors of E. L. Glass regret to hear that doctor's orders forbid him to continue with his ranch work. He is said to be suffering from heart trouble. Local camp ground operators are now enjoying very good patronage, with prospects of a promising summer ahead. Favorite camping sites are daily becoming occupied. James and Robert Thomas spent Sunday visiting old friends in this vicinity. Medford Mail Tribune, June 12, 1936, page 6 REESE CREEK
REESE
CREEK, June 16.--(Spl.)--Reese Creek had a real downpour of rain Sunday
afternoon. For 20 minutes it was of near cloudburst proportions, coming
in torrents with a heavy wind accompanying it.The Holiness Association of the county held their monthly meeting at the Reese Creek school house June 12. A large appreciative audience was present and enjoyed the wonderful day. Reverend Magerle of Rogue River gave the main address in the morning. Subject, "Scriptural Holiness." Arthur Flarety of Central Point had charge of the meeting. Mr. McDowell of Central Point sang a solo, "How the Fire Fell." At noon a bountiful picnic dinner was spread under the trees and enjoyed by everyone present. In the afternoon Rev. Fred M. Weatherford gave a fine sermon. Mrs. Ethel Cornstead and Raleigh Griffith each sang solos. It was truly a wonderful day. Charles Cummons and Maurice Jack arrived home at midnight Saturday after spending a week in Southern California. They attended the graduation exercises at the Bible Institute in Los Angeles. There were 103 in the class, representing many nationalities, 26 going to foreign fields. Miss Mary Johnston will go to South America as missionary. Charles Cummons visited his old home in Los Angeles. The Home and School Circle met at the home of Mrs. Jack Grow, Thursday, June 11. They put in a quilt and quilted on it for Eileen Grow. A very good crowd was present at noon. Luncheon was served under the large oak tree. A very pleasant day was enjoyed by everyone present, who were: Mrs. Grace Rusho, Mrs. John Hankins, Mrs. Ralph Merritt, Mrs. Scott Boyer, Mrs. Edward Cowden, Mrs. Mary Brouse, Mrs. Edward Leigh, Mrs. Harry Powell, Mrs. Thomas Grow, Mrs. Homer Martin, Mrs. Thomas Vestal, Mrs. Ray Ragsdale and two small sons, Mrs. W. R. Lamb, Dorothy Vestal, Gladys Rusho, Viola Jackson, Janet and Jimmy Merritt, Kathleen Vestal, Stanley Martin, Sybil and Betty, and Charles and Mary Grow. Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Hammel and Mr. and Mrs. R. D. Nichols have new cars. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Goddard got 500 baby chicks June 10. W. R. Lamb brought them out from Medford for them. We are very sorry that Mrs. Sarah Holiday is quite ill with the flu. Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Bailey were calling at the W. R. Lamb home Sunday. They are leaving with Mr. Bailey's aged parents Tuesday for Southern California to make their home. We are very sorry to lose the Baileys. Mrs. Betty Fein and Mr. and Mrs. Gering of Los Angeles arrived June 10. Mrs. Fein will remain several months but Mr. and Mrs. Gering will make their home here and care for the place recently purchased known as the George Sturgill place. Mrs. Ray Ragsdale and two small sons spent the past week with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cowden. Mrs. Leigh's sister and family from Smith River, Calif., Mr. and Mrs. L. W. McVey, spent the weekend visiting Mr. and Mrs. J. Edward Leigh and sons as did the father, Mr. DeArmond. Mrs. Jack Grow visited Mrs. Eva Nichols at the Community Hospital June 10. She is getting along nicely. We are glad to note that Mrs. Elmer Robertson is able to be out among her friends again. She attended the Holiness meeting at the school house June 12. Mrs. Homer Martin's brother and family, Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Alexander and son, returned home June 8 after spending a week here. Edna Lamb spent Tuesday night with her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Lamb, and went to Medford with them Wednesday. Those attending the rodeo at Beagle from here were Miss Evelyn Waddell and brother James, also Robert Cowden. They reported a hard rain there. Rev. D. D. Randall, Sunday school missionary, visited church services Sunday evening. All were delighted to see and hear him, he is so interested in his work. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cowden accompanied Mrs. Cowden's sister and family, Mrs. Tungate of Butte Falls, on a pleasant day's outing Sunday. They went to Keno and had dinner with her brother and family, Mr. and Mrs. Lester Smith, then on through Klamath Falls. At one point a buck deer walked across the road in front of the car. They came home by the Crater Lake park. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Ragsdale cared for the place while they were away. Mr. and Mrs. H. Ball were calling at the C. E. Lamb home Sunday at Derby, taking Ralph Lamb home for the day, Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb taking him back in the afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Powell and W. L. Foster went to Prospect Sunday, where Mr. Powell had charge of the church services. We are very glad Mrs. Charles Braack is out of danger from the rattlesnake bite. Medford Mail Tribune, June 16, 1936, page 13 Eagle Point Club Honors Recent
Bride
Medford Mail Tribune, June
17, 1936, page 3
EAGLE POINT, June 17.--(Spl.)--Ladies of the Civic Club of Eagle Point
entertained recently in honor of Mrs. Charles Elliott, nee Hattie
Howlett, recent bride, with a bridal shower in the club rooms recently.
Thirty-three guests were present.
A decorative scheme of pink, white and green was accented with the pink and white roses and white lilies about the rooms. Joan Holmes and June Tingleaf, dressed in matching costumes, aided in the presentation of gifts. Mrs. Harold Emison was in charge of the program which preceded the presentation of the gifts. Refreshments were served later in the afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Elliott recently returned from a honeymoon in San Francisco and other California towns and are at home to their friends on King Street in Medford. EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, June 17.--(Spl.)--Mrs. William Brown, mother and sister,
Mrs. Royal Brown, Mrs. Hazel Stoner and son Jack left last Saturday for
Baker, Ore., for a two weeks' visit with Mr. and Mrs. Clark Rippey.
Mrs. Rippey is another sister of Mrs. William Brown.Mrs. Grace Walker and Mrs. Al Mittelstaedt also left last Saturday for a two weeks' visit with relatives in Aberdeen, Wash., and Portland. The friends of Mrs. Eva Nichols, who underwent an operation at the Community Hospital in Medford last Monday morning, will be glad to learn that she is getting along nicely. Mrs. Tavia Shaw of Portland was a dinner guest of Mr. and Mrs. O. E. Henderson last Tuesday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Perry and Mr. and Mrs. Sam Coy left last Monday for Lebanon. Ore., where they attended the Oregon Grange convention. They expected to be gone two weeks visiting friends along their way home. The Townsend Club held their regular meeting in the Grange hall last Monday evening, with three new members being enrolled. The election of officers will be held at their next meeting, June 22, and all members are urged to be present, as there will be other important business to negotiate. Medford Mail Tribune, June 17, 1936, page 9 ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, June 17.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. John C. Greb and daughters visited Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Greb and family June 7.Patricia von der Hellen is spending her vacation with Mr. and Mrs. Harold Zundel of Lake Creek. Lester Bradshaw has been stationed at Lodge Pole as lookout for the summer. Mrs. Bradshaw will join her husband in a few days. Bob Lindsay is stationed at Wagner Butte for the summer. Mr. and Mrs. Orville Burke have moved to the home of Mrs. Bob Lindsay and will remain with Mrs. Lindsay through the summer months. Hazel Riggs is working a few days for Mrs. Stanley. Mrs. Rader of Eagle Point spent June 5 with her daughter, Mrs. Stanley. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hatlett visited Mr. and Mrs. Carl von der Hellen June 7. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Wood and children attended a show in Medford June 10. Misses Verna and Beth Cingcade and Miss Almeta Day are spending a few days in Los Angeles. Mr. and Mrs. Hollis Burton and sons and Mr. and Mrs. Gebhardt of Central Point spent the weekend at Crescent City. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Bigham and daughters and Hazel and Annabelle Riggs attended a party June 4 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Myers of Sams Valley. The occasion was in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Earl McKay of Medford, who are leaving for Canada to make their home. Mr. and Mrs. Arlin Millard are the proud parents of a girl born June 7. Dr. Haines of Ashland was the attending physician. Medford Mail Tribune, June 17, 1936, page 9 BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO, June 18.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Hawkins, relatives of Mr. and Mrs. R. Baker, are guests at the Baker home.Mrs. E. H. Tucker and Mrs. P. A. Henry and children visited with Mrs. Anna Martin at Grants Pass last Friday. Mrs. Ira Vincent and daughter of San Bernardino, Cal., were guests at the Jesse Glass home on Thursday or last week. Mrs. H. W. Wright and daughters were in Grants Pass Friday. The girls visited at the Glenn Axtell home, while Mrs. Wright attended the postmasters' convention. Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Maxfield and Bill Swain spent Sunday at the Lyle Hard home at Applegate. Marine Yorton of Antelope was a weekend guest at the home of Lois Wright last week. They also attended the party Saturday evening given as a farewell for Bonnie Hayward at the Hayward home. Miss Hayward will soon be leaving for California, where she expects to remain for some time. Mrs. Elizabeth Grissom visited at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Maxfield, this week. Leland Dysinger of Applegate is visiting here with friends. Mr. and Mrs. M. O. Wright and son were guests at the Wright home Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Jordan and children of Grants Pass made a trip to Brownsboro last Sunday. Mr. Jordan years ago lived here, his home being the ranch now owned by Geo. Hansen. Gerald Morris and mother of Central Point were guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Tucker last Sunday. Medford Mail Tribune, June 18, 1936, page 11 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG
MOUNTAIN, June 18.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Pruitt entertained the ladies of the
Long Mountain Home Circle and their families the evening of June 13 at
a party. Those attending were Mr. and Mrs. Rankins, Mr. and Mrs. Marsh
Garrett, Mrs. Natwick and son Tommy, Mr. and Mrs. L. F. Boren and
children Rena and Vadray, Mr. and Mrs. G. H. Stowell, Mr. and Mrs. E.
L. Stowell and families, and Mr. and Mrs. Nick Young. Everybody had a
very good time, and the refreshments served were exceptionally good.Mary Mangold returned home June 13 from a week's visit in Ashland with her sister, Elinora Menegat. Mrs. Natwick entertained the evening of June 12 for three couples, Mr. and Mrs. Garrett, Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Stowell and Mr. and Mrs. Short, all of this district. Delbert Stowell is visiting here from Tulsa, Okla. He is guest of relatives in this community. Mrs. Grow and daughter Eileen were guests of Mrs. L. F. Boren June 16. L. F. Boren had Tuesday dinner with Mr. Short. Mr. and Mrs. Rufus C. Holman from Klamath Falls were weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. Short here. Mrs. Ruby Young of Long Mountain was a birthday guest at the Ray Harnish home in Eagle Point. It was a covered dish luncheon. Miss Maxine Musty is visiting with Hazel Stagar, a newcomer in this community. They are living on the Charley Jackson ranch. Medford Mail Tribune, June 19, 1936, page 19 WALTER C. CLEMENTS PROMINENT RESIDENT
Walter
C. Clements, 57, well-known resident of Eagle Point, Oregon, where he
with his family have lived for 25 years, passed away at the Veterans
Hospital in Portland, Oregon, Saturday, after a very short illness,
being in the hospital most of the time.OF EAGLE PT. PASSES He was born at Saint Paul, Kansas, October 16, 1879. He spent his early life in Kansas, and was united in marriage to Lottie Spaulding in September, 1903 at Saladia, Colorado. A short time after their marriage they moved to Southern Oregon. Mr. Clements was highly respected by all who knew him, and leaves many friends to mourn his departure. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic church of Medford, Medford lodge 1168, B.P.O. Elks, former member of the Knights of Columbus, also a member of the American Legion, having served in the World War, and had been postmaster at Eagle Point since 1911. He leaves his wife, Mrs. Lottie Clements, and one son, Walter of Eagle Point, Ore., two sisters, Mrs. Frank Gittings and Mrs. J. F. Murphy of Neosho, Missouri, and one brother, Edward Clements of Pittsburgh, Kansas. Funeral services will be conducted from the Sacred Heart Catholic church, Thursday morning at 9:30 a.m., Father Francis W. Black officiating. Interment will take place in Siskiyou Memorial Park. The Elks lodge and American Legion will assist in the services. Recitation of the Rosary will be held at the Perl Funeral Home Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Medford Mail Tribune, June 22, 1936, page 3 McLEOD
McLEOD,
June 22.--(Spl.)--At the school election held at Elk Creek school house
June 15, Herbert Ditsworth was re-elected director and Peter Sandoz
re-elected clerk. This was the first meeting since consolidation with
Hatchery and Laurelhurst was effected, and 38 votes were cast.About 20 neighbors and fellow rangers of Elbert Glass helped him put in his hay Sunday and completed the job about two hours before another heavy rain fell. A number of ladies assisted Mrs. Glass in preparing a bounteous chicken dinner, which was served on their front porch. After the work was finished an hour of music was enjoyed. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Clark were among those who spent Sunday with the Glass family. Mr. and Mrs. N. Morgan of Grants Pass. Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Barr and Mr. and Mrs. Clay Conklin and daughter Wanda of Medford were guests of Mr. and Mrs. R. N. Alworth Sunday. Chas. Weber suffered a severe attack of high blood pressure recently. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Robertson attended the State Grange convention at Lebanon, Ore., as delegates of Upper Rogue Grange. Mrs. S. L. Vinson and young son of Stockton, Calif., are house guests of Mrs. Zella Tullis. The McLeod Home Extension unit will hold its next meeting at the home of Mrs. E. D. Hoag, June 30, at 7:30 p.m. Mrs. Mack will be present to help plan next year's program and urges every interested home worker to be present. Reports of delegates to the annual Homemakers' Day will be given, and a very profitable meeting is anticipated. Mr. and Mrs. Marion Train and children are spending a few days at the Frank Ditsworth ranch, where Mr. Train is helping with haying and Mrs. Train is canning strawberries. Burton Train is helping in the Ditsworth hayfields. Medford Mail Tribune, June 22, 1936, page 6 DROP COMPLAINT AGAINST DAHACK
The complaint against Ernest Dahack of Eagle Point, charged with
violation of the Oregon state barber law, in shaving a customer on the
Sabbath, has been dismissed by the district attorney's office on the
grounds of insufficient evidence.Dahack insisted he had not violated the barber regulations by shaving a citizen on Sunday. Robert C. Humphrey of Central Point was assessed $1 and costs in justice court yesterday, when he pleaded guilty to driving through a state highway intersection without stopping. The offense was committed at the juncture of Main Street, Central Point, and the Pacific Highway. Thomas T. Goldfrap of this city was fined $1 and costs for operating an auto without a taillight, and James D. Owens, RFD 3, the same amount for failure to procure a driver's license. George R. Lewis was scheduled to appear to answer to a charge of operating an auto with improper lights. Medford Mail Tribune, June 23, 1936, page 1 REESE CREEK
REESE
CREEK, June 24.--(Spl.)--The Reese Creek school election was held June
15. A good attendance was in evidence and the following were elected:
Director for three-year term, Frank Railton; Mrs. W. R. Lamb was
elected clerk for 1 year; for zone 2, Dr. J. H. Mallery was elected to
serve 5 years.Mrs. Dennis Clark went to Portland June 18 to bring her son Walter home from the Shrine hospital, where he has been for several months for medical treatment. He is walking now and everyone is so thankful for him. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Caster have a new Ford V-8. Mr. Lewis took a band of several thousand sheep to pasture June 16, going through this section, to the Union Creek section. Mr. and Mrs. R. D. Nichols entertained Mrs. Nichols' parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Coller, and her brother, Floyd, also a sister and husband, Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Guches, and her aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Coller, and daughter Iris, all of Klamath Falls, June 14. They all came to help them celebrate their 15th wedding anniversary, at their home on the Crater Lake Highway. Reese Creek community extends deepest sympathy to the bereaved family of W. C. Clements, who passed away in Portland June 20. Mr. Clements was postmaster for Reese Creek mail route for many years. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Stanley were pleasant callers Sunday on Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cowden. We are glad to note Mrs. Charles Braack is improving now from her experience the past two weeks with rattlesnake bite. She had to return to the hospital for a few days last week. Sunday evening, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Merritt were very pleasantly surprised when Mr. Merritt's mother, Mrs. Emma Merritt, and her son Robert, also her grandsons, George and Billie Merritt, all of Central Point, and Mr. and Mrs. Jim Merritt and daughter, Ruth, of Ashland, Mr. and Mrs. John Stille and daughters Beth and Cleo of Shady Cove, all came for the evening. It was quite a reunion, and all had a splendid time. Our Sunday school and church services were all well attended Sunday. The Children's Day program will be put on next Sunday. Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy the day and listen to the children tell the story of Jesus in song and verse. We extend congratulations to the ex-service men of our community who received their bonus money, for it truly brings many dollars worth of happiness to them all. Hay harvest is on in earnest since the weather man brought the wonderful sunshine for the hay, and the gardens. Medford Mail Tribune, June 24, 1936, page 3 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG
MOUNTAIN, June 26.--(Spl.)--E. T. Cox from Winters, Calif., and Mrs.
Pottenger from Medford visited Mrs. Pruitt June 22, they being Mrs.
Pruitt's brother and sister.Mr. and Mrs. Bishop left June 21 for their home in California. They have been staying in their summer home on Rogue River. Their friends are now visiting at the cabin, Mr. and Mrs. Moravet and Mr. and Mrs. Black. Mrs. E. L. Stowell gave a dinner June 22. Those attending were Mr. and Mrs. Rankins and Mr. and Mrs. Farlow of this community and Mr. and Mrs. Dunstan and daughter Wanda from Medford. Mr. and Mrs. George Stowell, Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Stowell and Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Stowell from this district picnicked Sunday at the Holcomb Springs. Company arrived at the home of Mary Mangold June 20, they being her sister, Miss Nora Menegat, her brother, Johnny Menegat and her friends, Georgina and Floyd Noble. They were all from Marshfield, Ore. Mr. and Mrs. Botts visited the home of J. E. Stowell the evening of June 24. Gerald Michael of the Meadows is building a barn for P. M. Stowell. Mr. and Mrs. Boren of this community went on a pleasure trip to Grants Pass over the weekend. Mr. and Mrs. Garrett went to Klamath Falls June 21 on a business trip. Bill Holman, formerly of this community, has been moving some of his machinery from his ranch which now belongs to Mr. and Mrs. Boren. Friends of Walter Clements in this community wish to extend their warmest sympathy to Mrs. Clements and son Walter of Eagle Point. Medford Mail Tribune, June 26, 1936, page 16 TRAIL
TRAIL,
June 27.--(Spl.)--A birthday party was given at the home of Mrs. Ed
Cushman June 17 for Charles Fay, who was six years old, and Paul
Cushman, who was 10 years old on that day. Mrs. Callie Fry baked and
decorated the cakes with pink icings and candles which were served with
ice cream. It was thoroughly enjoyed by all the following 18 children:
Lee and Roenna Cushman, Marjorie and Lee Freeman, Elva and Willie
Cunky, Darrel and Helen Kiser, Roberta and Abe Oliver, Arnold Hood,
Bobby Watkins, Irvine and Melby Cushman, Rex Morgan and Donna Fry, and
Mesdames Bennett, Kiser, Hood, Watkins, Oliver Sumner, C. M. Cushman
and Ed Cushman, all of Trail. Paul's grandmother, Mrs. Freeman, and
uncle, Rollie Freeman, of Ashland, were also present to help the boys
celebrate. All are hoping the boys will both have many more happy
birthdays.The Trail Extension unit will meet on June 30 in the afternoon at the home of Mrs. Arlee Ragsdale for the annual program planning meeting. Mrs. Mabel Mack will be present to assist with the installation ceremony which will be given to the new officers. All members are requested to be present and on time at 1:30, as this is the last meeting till fall. There will be considerable business to attend to. Mr. and Mrs. R. Morgan are here from San Francisco to spend their vacation. Mrs. Alma Merriman returned home June 24 from Salem, where she visited Mr. Merriman for a few days. Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson returned home June 10 after a 2 weeks' vacation ptrip to Lewiston, Ida., Pomeroy, Wash., and Hood River, Ore. At Hood River, Mr. and Mrs. H. R. Hutchinson of Seattle joined them and returned here for a 2 weeks' visit. En route home they picked up Mrs. Alma Merriman at Salem and all drove down the coast to Crescent City, then on home. All report a lovely drive. At North Bend they crossed the beautiful new bridge and several other bridges, almost as fine. There were only 2 places where they had to ferry, and at each place the bridges are under construction. Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Fetter arrived June 11 to spend their vacation at Sunset on the Rogue. Mr. and Mrs. L. L. Yancey and son Bob of Palo Alto are here to spend the summer in their cottage. They have as house guests Mr. Yancey's mother, Mrs. Laura McGuire, Mr. and Mrs. Rae Bathen and daughter Betty, all of Palo Alto. Mrs. Anna Wilson, who stayed at the S. W. Hutchinson home during their absence, returned home to Medford June 25. Medford Mail Tribune, June 28, 1936, page 5 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, June
30.--(Spl.)--Thursday, June 25, the school patrons met at the
schoolhouse for the purpose of voting for the budget for the year. It
carried by a small majority. There will be several items of
improvements taken care of before the beginning of the fall school term.C. E. Bellows had the misfortune to fall from a load of hay June 23 and break his right arm near the wrist and bruise his head and face quite badly. Homer Martin has been putting up the hay crop for ElAoy [sic] Jackson. Mrs. Charles Braack is home from the hospital now on the road to complete recovery from the snake bite of several weeks ago. Ralph Merritt is back to work after laying off for several days to put up his very fine hay crop on the Isbell place. Vern Hatfield arrived June 26 from Denver, Colo. to live with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. I. S. Hatfield. Vern is a fine young lad of 14 years, and we hope he will like living in our wonderful West. Sunday was Children's Day and a very clever program was put on by all the younger classes. A large crowd attended both morning and evening services. John Stille preached a fine sermon in the evening. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Powell attended the Sunday school and church service at Lake Creek Sunday afternoon, where Mr. Powell preached. We are hoping in this community to have the first mile of the Butte Falls highway macadamized. The work was finished June 25. Several picnics have been planned for the 4th at different places. We hope all have a good day. Reese Creek W.C.T.U. will meet at the W. R. Lamb home Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock. All members and friends are welcome to come. Medford Mail Tribune, July 1, 1936, page 9 ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, July 1.--(Spl.)--Annual
school election was held June 15. Elbert Bigham was elected director
for the term of three years. Mrs. Gertrude Greb was elected clerk for
the term of one year.Antelope Literary Club will meet July 10. A wiener roast will be held after a short business session. It was decided that each family furnish their own wieners and buns, as the club funds are low. Mr. and Mrs. Carl von der Hellen have been selling some lovely cabbage to a Medford store. Earl and Arlin Millard are cutting hay in the Eagle Point district for several farmers. Mrs. June Burton and son left for Kansas June 25 to visit her parents. Mrs. Gertrude Greb and daughters spent a few days at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. Greb near Eagle Point this past week. Mrs. May Wood, mother of Jack Wood, returned to Washington June 21, after spending a few days with her son and family. James Baize, brother of Mrs. Ruby Riggs, was reported painfully injured at a local swimming plunge June 23. He received an ear injury when a boy dived on top of him. It is thought that the ear drum is fractured. He is under the care of Dr. Lemery of Medford. Mr. and Mrs. Ross Kline visited Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hatlett June 28. Mr. and Mrs. B. E. Baize and children were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. B. K. Riggs June 28. Mrs. Wanda White and Mrs. Eva Beck visited Mrs. Ruby Riggs June 24. Medford Mail Tribune, July 1, 1936, page 9 TRAIL
TRAIL, July 2.--(Spl.)--The Trail
Extension unit met at the home of Mrs. Arlee Ragsdale Tuesday
afternoon. There were 11 members present and the following visitors:
Mrs. Mabel Mack, Mrs. Rita Myers, Mrs. Bertha Young, of Eagle Point,
Mrs. Francelia Caster of Oakland, Cal., and Mrs. Brill, of Medford, who
is spending the summer at their cottage near Sunset Auto Camp. After
the business meeting a very impressive installation of new officers was
given by Mrs. Bertha Young, assisted by the local chairman, Mrs. Arlee
Ragsdale. Those installed were Miss Helen Hughes, as chairman; Mrs.
Lyal Tucker, vice chairman; and Miss Mabel Ragsdale, secretary. The
program for the coming year was arranged, standing committees
appointed, vacation camp discussed and general plans for the coming
year arranged. Next meeting will be in September.Mrs. Alma Merriman and son Ray, Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker of Trail and Mrs. Lizzie Nichols of Ashland all drove to Yreka, Cal., Sunday and spent the day visiting Mr. and Mrs. Henry Fiock and children. Mrs. Fiock is Mr. and Mrs. Tucker's daughter. Miss Helen Hughes is working at California-on-the-Rogue during the busy season. Mrs. Mary Burk and daughter Inez, and nephew Harvey, accompanied Mrs. Agnes Porter to Centralia, where they are attending the Full Gospel camp meeting. L. L. Yancey and son Bob and Rae Bathen are spending a few days at Little Fish Lake, where they packed in with Mr. Watkins of upper Trail as guide. S. W. Hutchinson and brother H. R. Hutchinson of Seattle and K. E. Hutchinson of Klamath Falls fished on the Umpqua River Saturday and report good luck. Mr. and Mrs. Burt Clark were calling on friends along the highway Tuesday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Pence of Jacksonville are planning to return to this community to live in the near future. The many friends of Rev. and Mrs. LaDieu will be sorry to learn they plan to leave here in August for Weiser, Idaho, where Rev. LaDieu will be pastor of the Christian Advent church. The LaDieus have lived here for several years and made many friends who all wish them happiness in their new home. Mrs. Alma Merriman has been quite ill with a cold but is better at this time. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Scott have a new car, and Miss Geraldine is quite busy learning to drive. Mr. and Mrs. K. E. Hutchinson and little daughter Shirley were weekend guests at his parents' home here. Little Mary Segessenman is suffering with the whooping cough. Medford Mail Tribune, July 2, 1936, page 9 BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO, July 2.--(Spl.)--Mr.
and Mrs. H. W. Wright and family, Bill Swain and Mr. and Mrs. Jim
Crawford of Sams Valley attended the Montana picnic at Grants Pass,
June 21.Mrs. Christensen and father, Mr. Hall of Medford, were guests at the Baker home Wednesday. Lois Wright returned Sunday from Grants Pass, where she visited with her friend, Garnet Axtell. Chas. Craig spent Sunday at Provolt, visiting with friends. Mr. and Mrs. Glen Axtell and family of Grants Pass spent Sunday at the Wright home. Mrs. J. L. Rohrer was a dinner guest at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Hansen last Friday. The occasion was in honor of Bruce's 15th birthday. Mrs. Geo. Baker and son Wesley visited friends and relatives in Ashland Sunday. Mildred Hansen attended the Antelope Sunday school picnic at Dead Indian Soda Springs last Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. N. D. Thornton of Medford visited at the home of Mrs. L. J. Rohrer and Louis Rohrer Tuesday evening. Medford Mail Tribune, July 2, 1936, page 15 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN, July
3.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Ray Smith, accompanied by Mrs. Ayres and Mrs.
Wilhite, all of Eagle Point, visited Mr. and Mrs. P. M. Stowell on the
evening of June 27.Mr. and Mrs. Boren visited Mr. and Mrs. Holman of Eagle Point June 28. Vandray Boren, who has been under a doctor's care for the last month, made his last visit there June 28. Delbert and Mary Mangold returned home June 27 from a weekend camping trip in the mountains. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Stowell, accompanied by Mrs. Lena Stowell and her youngest daughter, Bonnie Jean, started July 1 for Montana where they are going to visit relatives living there. Irene Charley arrived June 28 for a week's visit with Irene Stowell. Medford Mail Tribune, July 3, 1936, page 9 HOOVER ANGLING ON UPPER ROGUE; KIBBE ALSO HERE
Former President Is Guest at Frank Madison Ranch--
Former President Herbert Hoover
and his former Secretary of Agriculture, Arthur M. Hyde, responding to
the lure of the sporting fish of the Rogue River, yesterday arrived at
the summer lodge of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Madison near Trail to spend a
short time trying their luck at the Izaak Walton sport. The two are on
their way to Palo Alto, having also stopped to fish in the McKenzie
this weekend. Hoover is familiar with Southern Oregon waters, having
enjoyed Rogue River fishing several times before. He is expected to
continue to his Palo Alto home after a day or two of vacationing here.Movie Actor Spending Several Days on River Another prominent visitor to the Rogue is Guy Kibbe, film star, who, with Mrs. Kibbe, motored from California yesterday to California-on-the Rogue, where they have taken accommodations for several days. Kibbe was in Medford this morning stocking up on fishing accouterments, but was not recognized by bystanders until too late for fans to request autographs. Some Medford Boy Scouts displayed greater powers of observation yesterday when, as they were being driven to Scout camp at Lake o' the Woods by Dr. B. R. Elliott, they passed Kibbe's car on the Crater Lake Highway and recognized him at once. They flagged the Kibbe machine, the film actor getting out to shake hands all around and autograph the boys' hats. He stated that after a few days' fishing on the Rogue he plans to go to Diamond Lake to try more angling there. Both Mr. Hoover and Mr. Kibbe have spent most of their time out on the river since arrival, concentrating on their favorite sport, and were not available to questioners today. Medford Mail Tribune, July 6, 1936, page 3 HOOVER AND HYDE CONCLUDE FISHING
Former President Herbert C. Hoover
and Arthur M. Hyde, former Secretary of Agriculture, after a successful
day's fishing in upper Rogue River, departed this morning by auto for
the Hoover home at Palo Alto, Calif.Hyde caught the limit of four steelhead, and Hoover caught two steelhead and two salmon. Both the distinguished vacationers also caught numerous trout and a few catfish. They were guests at the summer lodge near Trail of Frank M. Madison of San Francisco. The two expected to reach Palo Alto late this afternoon. Medford Mail Tribune, July 7, 1936, page 1 McLEOD
McLEOD, July 7.--(Spl.)--The
McLeod extension unit met with Mrs. E. D. Hoag, June 30, for its annual
program-planning meeting. In the absence of Mabel C. Mack, who was
called to Seattle for a special home economics meeting, Mrs. Rita Meyer
of Medford, county extension chairman, outlined a comprehensive program
covering nutrition, clothing, home furnishing, recreation, dramatics and
child development, which met with much enthusiasm by the membership. A
beautiful installation service for ingoing officers was conducted by
Mrs. Young of Eagle Point, also of the county extension committee, who
presented each officer with a corsage. Mrs. Tressie Vaughn, new
chairman, was also honored with presentation of an extension service
pin. Other officers installed were Mrs. Clara Ditsworth, vice-chairman,
and Mrs. Sigfrid Ohrt, re-elected secretary. Mrs. Maud Ditsworth, new
treasurer, was absent. Next will be a rally meeting, possibly held
jointly with Trail, sometime in September, and the study
"Understanding Ourselves" will be conducted by Mrs. Mack.E. L. Glass, who has been suffering serious heart attacks recently, was taken to Community Hospital for treatment last week. Kenneth Rogers is helping the Glass family with the ranch work. The Glass, Ditsworth and Vaughn cattle were driven to the mountains last week for their summer pasture. Mr. Netherland and Mr. Hoag are installing a pump on the river bank for irrigation of their joint garden. The Jim Rodgers family have moved into the Hoag cabin formerly occupied by the Netherlands. Mr. Rodgers is now working in the Weeks orchard. Mr. and Mrs. A. T. Haines moved to Ashland upon the sale of the ranch to Nion Tucker, and Mr. and Mrs. Gus Ditsworth and family are now making their home there. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Watson are residing on the former Gus Ditsworth place. Mr. and Mrs. Byrd and family, who formerly lived on the Haines ranch, are living in the Dasher cabin. These three men are all employed by Mr. Tucker, taking care of the ranches. Local camp grounds were filled to capacity over the 4th. Tourists are increasing in number daily. Wm. Hess and party have arrived to spend their vacation at the Hess summer home here. Chas. Weber has been ill recently, due to heart attacks. A recent medical examination indicates the necessity for careful living. Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Collier and family returned from Klamath Falls last week. Mr. and Mrs. Earl O. Stice, son and wife of Los Angeles were recent visitors of Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Tate. They were highly impressed with the beauties of the Rogue and surrounding territory. Medford Mail Tribune, July 7, 1936, page 9 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, July 7.--(Spl.)--The
"Glorious Fourth" is over for another year. The people of our community
enjoyed the weekend vacation in many and varied places. Those going to
Ashland from here were Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Gardner and sons Maynard
and LeRoy, Mrs. Wilfred Jack, Alex Vestal, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Merritt
and children Janet and Jimmy, Charles Cummons, Maurice Jack, Stewart
and Thomas Sherron.Mr. and Mrs. Jack Grow and Mr. and Mrs. Scott Boyer joined a party from Eagle Point and left Friday for Crescent City, returning Sunday. They enjoyed the sea breezes and had a wonderful Fourth. Mr. and Mrs. Homer Martin and family were guests of their son's family, Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Martin, at Beagle for the 4th holiday. For a number of years, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphrey have held an annual picnic on their lawn among their beautiful oaks and flowers on the 4th of July. This year, about thirty friends and relatives spent a lovely day there, and the usual picnic dinner was served under the trees. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Ray Bilderback and children Mary, Ray and Betty Zoe; Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Vestal and children Dorothy, David and Kathleen; Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Hatfield and son Vern, and Mrs. Sarah Holiday; Mrs. French and Ned Jefferies; Mr. and Mrs. Merle Jack and sons Edwin and Alva; Mr. and Mrs. James Cox and family, late from Minnesota; Mr. and Mrs. Robert Humphrey and children Ralph and Darlene; Mr. and Mrs. John Laden; Mrs. Elizabeth Edmonson and Mr. Isbell. Mr. and Mrs. Bilderback, Mr. and Mrs. James Cox and family, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Vestal and family and Mr. and Mrs. Merle Jack all went to Derby to the dance the night of the 4th. Mr. and Mrs. James Edward Leigh and sons all went to Medford to the show the evening of the 4th. Jack Grow and Mrs. Fein and Charles Goddard are putting in electric partition fences between their places. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Knight of Yreka, Calif., are visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cummons during the 4th holidays. Mrs. Betty Fein is building quite an addition onto her house, putting in electricity, modernizing the house and improving the place in general. Evelyn Jack spent the Fourth with Irene and Verta Stowell of Long Mountain. Mrs. James McDowell, Mrs. Wilfred Jack, Mrs. Merle Jack and sons, and Mrs. Wilson Gardner called on Mrs. Dennis Clark July 1. Mrs. Rose Sturgill spent June 30 with Mrs. Wilfred Jack. The Medford W.C.T.U. invited Reese Creek W.C.T.U. ladies to join them Thursday to picnic at Ashland Lithia Park. Quite a number of members are going. Alex Vestal spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Homer Martin. It is wonderful how the interest keeps up during the summer months in our Sunday school and church services. E. M. Twedell, who drives the truck to pick up the milk for the Eagle Point cheese factory, has a used Chevrolet truck for his work now, beginning the Fourth. Mr. and Mrs. George Amundsen and Mr. Amundsen's father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Ole Amundsen, and their son, Alfred, all of Toledo, Ore., arrived July 3 in a fine new car to spend the Fourth with Mrs. George Amundsen's (nee Dorothy Lamb) parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb. They were all very much impressed with our country here, it being their first time to come to Jackson County. Mr. Amundsen, Sr., operates two large fishing boats during the fishing season. While here they all called on the C. E. Lamb family at Derby. They went to Ashland for the celebration and to Medford to the show Saturday evening. They left for home Sunday forenoon. Reese Creek W.C.T.U. held a very interesting meeting Thursday afternoon at the school house. The Holiness society will hold an all-day meeting and picnic at Lake Creek July 10. All friends are welcome. The national speaker, Mrs. Buck, for the W.C.T.U. will speak at Reese Creek school house July 18. She is a very fine speaker. All young people are especially invited to come and hear her. All members and friends are invited to come and are requested to remember the date, Saturday afternoon, July 18. Medford Mail Tribune, July 7, 1936, page 9 ELK CREEK SCHOOL PROJECT IS VOTED
TRAIL, July 8.--(Spl.)--By
unanimous vote of 37 ballots at Elk Creek school house July 6 a $10,000
bond for construction and site of the newly consolidated school
building was approved.Five acres of the Weeks property on Elk Creek road were selected by vote of 27 to 9. The only other site submitted was a five-acre tract of the Ragsdale ranch across from Sunset on the Rogue on Crater Lake Highway. It was necessary to call for new bids, due to increased prices of building materials, which will delay construction some months. It is expected the new school will be ready for opening about Jan. 1, so it will likely be necessary to carry on school in the several old school houses until then. Medford Mail Tribune, July 8, 1936, page 11 NEW LODGE ON ROGUE WILL OPEN TOMORROW;
Formal opening of the Rogue River Lodge tomorrow night was announced today.CABINS ARE FEATURED The lodge, comprising modern cabins, was built by Mr. and Mrs. Al Gilhousen, both of whom are well known here. Mr. Gilhousen is a United Air Lines pilot and was a pioneer flier on the company's airline through here, bringing in ships when the fairgrounds were used as a landing field. Mr. Gilhousen, still a frequent visitor here, is now stationed at Burbank, Cal. Mrs. Gilhousen has been residing at the new lodge, which is situated half a mile east of Trail on the Crater Lake Highway. She supervised construction, decoration and furnishing of the cabins. The cabins are all new and ultramodern. Each has a spacious front room, kitchen, bath and sleeping porch. Each is equipped with a fireplace, electric range and shower. Next year the Gilhousens plan to add a central store and restaurant. The cabins all face the river and are designed for travelers seeking rest and recreation amid serene and scenic surroundings. Medford Mail Tribune, July 10, 1936, page 3 BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO, July 10.--(Spl.)--Mrs. P. A. Henry and daughter Margaret,
Mrs. H. W. Wright and daughters and Mildred Hansen attended the
Rosicrucian lecture at Medford Monday night. The lecture was delivered
by Cecil Poole, who taught the Brownsboro school several years ago.Mr. and Mrs. P. A. Henry enjoyed a trip to Crater Lake on the Fourth. Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Glass visited in Medford Monday with Mr. Glass' brother, who is ill in the hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Gear of Medford and daughter and family from Auburn, Wash., who at one time lived on the Hoagland place and attended school here 32 years ago, visited here recently with friends. Bill Swain has gone to Crater Lake to do some painting at the lodge. Several Brownsboro families picnicked on the north fork of Little Butte Creek the Fourth. All spent a pleasant day visiting and partaking of a delicious lunch. Miss Edna Whistler of Provolt was a guest of the Craig family. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Beam and Mrs. John Beam and Mr. Frey, all of Galt, Calif., were guests over the weekend at the Hayward home. Mr. and Mrs. Don Young and son of Fortuna, Calif., were weekend guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Brown. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Conger entertained at their camp on the Fourth the following guests: Mr. and Mrs. C. T. Nahas and son and daughter, Mrs. Bill Cummings, Dorothy Haines, all of Medford, and Bill Nahas, of Washington. Medford Mail Tribune, July 10, 1936, page 14 EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, July 10.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Lota Pearce was pleasantly
surprised last Monday on the arrival of Mr. and Mrs. Ted Johnson of
Sunnyvale, Wash. Mrs. Johnson and Mrs. Pearce were playmates when they
were very small children and hadn't seen each other for many years.Chas. Roadarmel, accompanied by his niece Miss June, left Tuesday for Portland. Mr. Roadarmel will attend to some business in Portland and his niece will take the train from there to her home in Tacoma, Wash. Floyd Pearce left Monday evening for Portland, where he will remain for some time and receive medical treatment. Mr. and Mrs. Don Brittsan, Mr. and Mrs. Brandon of Medford, parents of Mrs. Brittsan and brother, Ralph Brandon of Crescent, Ore., spent the 4th and 5th in Crescent City. Others who spent the 4th in Crescent City were Mrs. Lota Pearce, Mr. and Mrs. Bud Henshaw and Ed Stanley. Mrs. J. C. Avery of Dover, N.J., spent last Tuesday with her sister, Mrs. Irvin Barrows, of Eagle Point, while on her way to Los Angeles and other California towns to visit other relatives and friends. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Perry and Mr. and Mrs. Ed Chamberlain attended the Townsend celebration at Rogue River last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Lester Throckmorton, daughter Eleanor and son Dale, drove to Hood River to spend the 4th with relatives. Mrs. Hattie Tengwald left Monday morning for her home in San Francisco after a three weeks' visit with relatives in Eagle Point. Mrs. Chris Natwick, a former resident of this place but now of San Francisco, is a guest of her son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Carlyle Natwick of the Long Mountain district, and was calling on old friends in Eagle Point Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Rena Haselton of Yakima, Wash., another old-time resident of Eagle Point, was calling on old friends here Tuesday. She was accompanied by her daughter, Janet, of Ashland, at whose home she will remain until her return to Washington. Other former residents of Eagle Point calling on friends here recently were Mr. and Mrs. Richard Muscoff, son and daughter Richard and Margaret. They called on Mr. and Mrs. Roy Ashpole last Sunday morning and other friends during the day. Their home is in Klamath Falls at present. Mrs. Eva Nichols, who is nicely recuperating from a recent operation, is spending this week at the home of her brother, Loren Farlow, and wife at Rancheria. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Young, two children, Dorothy and Billy, and Mrs. Erma Seaman and son Russell, spent the 4th at Sunset Bay. They dug and bought twenty gallons of clams while there for canning purposes. "Grandpa" Steele arrived in Eagle Point July 3rd, to make his future home with his daughter, Mrs. James Hannaford. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Ashpole, accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Vern Brophy, spent the 4th of July at Buckhorn Springs with Mr. Ashpole's brother, Wig Ashpole, who has been there for the past two weeks for his health. Mr. and Mrs. Millard Robertson and Mr. and Mrs. Keith Scott drove to Tiller, Ore., where they attended the rodeo on the 4th. Mrs. John Norris and Miss June spent the 4th in Eagle Point as guests of Mrs. R. A. Smith and Mrs. Mary Taylor, at the Henderson home. Donald Ashpole, Marian Chamberlain and Bertland Stanley, all of Eagle Point, and Dorothy Straus of Sams Valley spent July 4th in Klamath Falls. Mrs. Wm. Perry is spending a few days in Medford this week at her brother's home, Amos Ayres, while his wife is in the hospital. The Townsend Club of Eagle Point will hold a mass meeting the evening of July 13 in the Grange hall and extend a very cordial invitation to all outlying clubs to attend. Whether a Townsendite or not, all are welcome. The business meeting will convene at 8:00 o'clock sharp, after which there will be a good program and a free lunch. Medford Mail Tribune, July 10, 1936, page 17 TRAIL
TRAIL, July 10.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Rae Bathen and daughter Betty,
who spent three weeks vacationing here as house guests at the L. L.
Yancey cottage, returned to their home at Palo Alto, Calif, July 4. En
route home they were overnight guests of friends at Red Bluff, Cal.Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Hutchinson who have been house guests at the S. W. Hutchinson home for ten days, left for their home in Seattle July 4. En route home they visited with relatives at Hood River and Portland. Mrs. Alma Merriman, who has been quite ill with flu, is decidedly better this week. Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Warren and William Mooney Jr., all of Marysville, Cal., were overnight guests at the Merriman home July 3. Accompanied by Ray Merriman, they drove to Crater and Diamond lakes on the Fourth and visited friends at Prospect in the late afternoon. The Marysville people all returned home Sunday. Mrs. Eva Segessenman and little daughter Mary, accompanied by Mrs. Minnie Blaess, drove to Portland Monday on a business trip. En route they stopped at Eugene to visit Mrs. Segessenman's sister and family, Mrs. Ed Vossen. Irwin Howe and Mrs. Francis Ash shopped in Medford Monday. Miss Geraldine Scott is helping at California-on-the-Rogue for a few days. Mrs. Florence Watson and Mrs. Lyal Tucker delivered the mail on Elk Creek yesterday during Mrs. Merriman's illness. L. L. Yancey and mother, Mrs. Laura McGuire, returned to their homes at Palo Alto Sunday after spending three weeks here. Mrs. Yancey and Bob remained here for the entire school vacation. Mrs. Florence Watson is spending a few days at her home here. Miss Helen Hughes is on the sick list. Mr. Sawyer is harvesting a large crop of youngberries. Mrs. Goldie Johnson went to California in response to a telegram reporting her sister very ill. Later report is that the sister passed away. Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson will leave July 11 for Klamath Falls, where they will join their son and family for a two weeks' trip to Washington, Idaho and on to Lake Louise, Canada. Medford Mail Tribune, July 10, 1936, page 17 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN, July 10.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Pruitt with her son, Guy Pruitt,
and nephews Herbert and Don, spent the 4th at the Dead Indian Soda
Springs.Mr. Kline, who is manager of a packing house in Medford, started to work the first part of this week. Mrs. R. Natwick, mother of Carlyle Natwick, is visiting here from Napa, Calif. Mr. and Mrs. Natwick and son Tommy, spent the 4th in Ashland. They also spent July 2 at Crater Lake, returning home by way of Klamath Falls. Mrs. Pruitt spent July 6 visiting friends in Eagle Point, Mrs. Celia Holmes and Mrs. Clements. T. C. Dugan finished binding grain for Nick Young Tuesday. Mrs. Lena Woods, sister of Mrs. L. F. Boren, is visiting here from Needles, Calif. She arrived on Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Stowell spent the 4th at Coquille, Ore., bringing their niece, Theresa, back with them. Mr. and Mrs. Short, Mr. and Mrs. Young, Mr. and Mrs. John Smith and son Chester, Mr. and Mrs. Chase and daughter Dolores, Mr. and Mrs. Mangold, Evelyn Jack and Irene Charley spent the Fourth with Elsworth Stowell and family, all picnicking on the Rogue River. Mr. and Mrs. Roland Story and their mother arrived Monday from Washington for a few days' visit at the home of E. L. Stowell. Miss Mildred Dugan and her sister Margaret went to Portland July 1. From there Margaret is going to Vancouver for a few days on vacation. Medford Mail Tribune, July 10, 1936, page 17 E. P. WATER PROJECT DEPENDS ON
PORTLAND, Ore., July 13.--(AP)--C. C. Hockley, Oregon public works
administrator, said today he was informed funds totaling nearly
$500,000 will be allotted 12 Oregon projects providing labor is
available in the communities asking federal aid.SUPPLY OF LABOR SAYS PWA The information came from the national PWA headquarters at Washington. Hockley said he had requested communities affected to send in labor data immediately. Projects for which funds are expected include: Toledo water system, $128,000; Eagle Point water system, $16,000; Oak Ridge bridge, $25,000; Eugene heating plant at university, $21,000; Bend school, $25,033; Huntington irrigation project, $9,389; Brookings school, $37,965; North Powder school, $50,000; Canby city hall, $12,000; Collinsview school, $30,909; Junction City school, $50,00; Salem highway department, road oiling, $85,774. Medford Mail Tribune, July 13, 1936, page 1 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, July 14.--(Spl.)--Sunday school and church services are
still keeping up well during the summer months. Miss Marjory Kelly was
leader for the young people's meeting, and a very helpful meeting was
held. Mr. Stille preached a good sermon for the evening service. There
were no preaching services in the morning.Those attending the Holiness meeting at Lake Creek July 10 from here were Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cummons and Miriam, Mrs. Moffitt, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Powell and W. L. Foster. Homer Martin had the misfortune to run a rusty nail in his right heel, causing quite a bad wound. It is better at this writing. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Merritt and children, Janet and Jimmy, were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Pullen Sunday. Other guests present were Mrs. Davidson and Mrs. Peters of Eagle Point, and Mr. and Mrs. Norman Hawk of Medford. Miss Edna Lamb is spending the present week as guest of Mr. and Mrs. H. Ball. Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Hatfield were shopping in Medford Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Humphrey were guests Sunday afternoon of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cowden. They also visited Mrs. Humphrey's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Claude Waddell, during the day. Prof. and Mrs. E. K. Van de Vere and son Wayne, from Hutchinson, Minn., spent the weekend visiting his sister and brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. O. P. Rusho. Mrs. Necia Buck, national speaker for the W.C.T.U., will speak at the Reese Creek school house July 18 in the afternoon. A special invitation is extended to the young people. Mrs. Claude Waddell is enjoying a visit from her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Brisco, from San Diego, Calif. They also visited with their granddaughter and family, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Humphrey, at Derby. Mrs. Chas. Cummons, Mrs. Agnes Moffitt, Mrs. Harry Powell, Mrs. Grace Rusho, Mrs. Mary Brouse, Mrs. Homer Martin, Mrs. W. R. Lamb and Miriam Cummons all went to Ashland July 9 for a picnic, even though it rained. They all had a wonderful day, ate dinner in the beautiful Lithia Park and drove around to view the city, as it was the first time some of the party had ever seen the city or park. Doris Bellows went Sunday visiting at the Charles Braack home. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Rose called at the W. R. Lamb home Friday. Medford Mail Tribune, July 14, 1936, page 9 McLEOD
McLEOD, July 15.--(Spl.)--Department of Interior surveyors have
recently relocated lines of the state park known as Casey's Camp.Mr. and Mrs. Frank Clements and daughters Zo and Gloria arrived at Casey's last week to spend their summer vacation here. E. L. Glass, who has been receiving treatment at Community Hospital for heart ailment, is much improved and is scheduled to be back at his home at this writing. Mrs. Glass has remained with him during his illness. A fine crop of raspberries is now being harvested at the Vaughn ranch which are marketed locally. Revived interest in the beryllium deposits located along Butte Creek and Rogue River in this vicinity is causing much comment recently. Rumors are afloat that eastern manufacturers are negotiating for some of these mining claims. The metal is an alloy for hardening steel without adding much weight and is said to play a large part in aviation development as well as other industries. Camp ground operators along the Rogue regret being unable to accommodate demand for cabins this year. The new Tate resort has eight new modern cabins filled nightly, turning many away. The Casey camp is filled and overflowing with tents and trailer houses. Other resorts below are also reported to be enjoying fine patronage. The new Gilhousen resort had its opening Saturday night. Their cabins are reported to be among the finest along the Rogue, and the community wishes them success in their new location. Tommy Close and uncle, G. A. Eddington, visited Mr. and Mrs. Close last week. Miss Freed of Chiloquin also spent a few days with Mrs. Close recently. Medford Mail Tribune, July 15, 1936, page 2 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN, July
16.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Cal Spencer were callers at the Pruitt home
on the evening of the 12th.Mr. and Mrs. Taylor of Eagle Point were recent callers at Mr. and Mrs. Nick Young's. Mildred and Margaret Dugan returned from a visit in Portland July 12. Hazel Stagger, a newcomer in this community, is spending this week at Crater Lake. She is staying with Mrs. Charley Jackson. The Stagger family all spent Sunday at Crater Lake. Mrs. Natwick, who has been visiting her son and daughter for the past two weeks, has returned to her home at Napa, Calif. Mr. and Mrs. Mangold visited Mrs. Kline and Mr. and Mrs. Short Monday. All the farmers of this community who have raised grain are very busy staking their grain. They all report a very good crop. Miss Marjorie Nichols of Eagle Point spent last week visiting Irene Stowell. Mr. and Mrs. George Stowell, with Lena Stowell and daughter Bonnie Jean, returned home from their vacation which they spent in Montana July 9. Mr. and Mrs. Story and mother, who were visiting at the home of E. L. Stowell and family, left Monday for their home in Kelso, Wash., taking with them Mrs. George Stowell, who will journey on the Olympia for an indefinite time, visiting her sister who lives there. Mrs. Kline entertained the ladies of the Long Mountain Home Circle yesterday. Everybody attended. Watermelon was served. Medford Mail Tribune, July 16, 1936, page 12 ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, July
17.--(Spl.)--Antelope Union Sunday school held its annual picnic at
Dead Indian Soda Springs June 27.Mr. and Mrs. B. K. Riggs and children and Mrs. Bob Lindsay spent the Fourth of July with Bob Lindsay at Wagner Butte. Jim Laurence has been confined to his bed in the Community Hospital for he past two weeks, where he underwent an operation. Mrs. Nell von der Hellen and Mrs. Ruby Riggs entertained with a swimming party and a wiener roast the evening of the Fourth. There were 20 present. Mr. and Mrs. John Greb, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Greb, Bud Greb and Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Greb attended the dance at the Oasis the Fourth. Alice Day returned home from Grants Pass July 12, where she had been spending a few days with her grandmother. Antelope Literary Club met July 10. A wiener roast was held after a short business session. Cecil Culbertson and Carl von der Hellen had their grain threshed this past week. Lois Wright was an overnight guest of Almeta Day, July 11. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Bigham and daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Elbert Bigham and children spent the Fourth at Dead Indian Soda Springs. Miss Ruth Bigham, sister of Elbert and Bill Bigham, and Everett Brown were married July 6. They have gone to Lakeview to make their home. The young couple are well known here and everyone wishes them many years of happiness. Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Baize and son James and Mrs. B. K. Riggs and children motored to Crater Lake July 5. Mr. and Mrs. Lester Bradshaw spent the weekend on their ranch near Antelope. Mrs. Nell von der Hellen and Mrs. Gertrude Greb and daughters visited Mrs. Sarah Riley yesterday. A cooking school was held at the Antelope schoolhouse the afternoon of July 4, Miss Fenner from the Copco office having charge of the school, assisted by Mrs. Nell von der Hellen and Ruby Riggs. The women of Antelope have been enthusiastic about having the school and wish to thank Miss Fenner and the Copco people for their efforts in making the school a success. Those who attended the cooking school July 14 were Nell von der Hellen, Gertrude Greb, Ruby Riggs, Sarah Riley, Dottie Dutton, Violet Spencer, Dorothy Lindsay, Evelyn Burke, Jessie Allen, Ina Stanley, Julia Davies, Anna Davies, Margaret Hatlett, Pearl Yorton, Alva McDowell, Helen Culbertson, Signa Day, Mrs. Lester Throckmorton, Eva Nichols, Amy Brown and Donna Ashpole. Miss Fenner presented the ladies with some of her original recipes. Medford Mail Tribune, July 17, 1936, page 8 DAHACK SUES FOR ARREST DAMAGES
Charging false arrest, an attorney for Ernest Dahack of Eagle Point
filed a complaint in Josephine County Friday asking a total of $8065
damages. A. H. Zastrow of Grants Pass was named as defendant.Dahack is a barber at Eagle Point, and Zastrow is a representative of the state board of barbers. In his complaint, Dahack charged that in June the defendant filed a criminal complaint against Dahack, charging the plaintiff with barbering on Sunday. When taken into the court of Justice of the Peace W. R. Coleman the case was dismissed for lack of evidence against Dahack, the complaint continued. The plaintiff asked $5000 personal damages, due to injury to his reputation; $3000 punitive damages; $15 for loss of time at the trial, and $50 for his attorney in the criminal case. Medford Mail Tribune, July 20, 1936, page 8 Geo. Holmes Named Eagle Pt. Postmaster
George Holmes received notice today that he had been appointed
postmaster of Eagle Point by the Post Office Department at Washington.
D.C.Mr. Holmes will succeed W. C. Clements, who died recently. Mrs. Stella Haley has been acting as chief of the Eagle Point post office. Medford Mail Tribune, July 21, 1936, page 1 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, July 22.--(Spl.)--Sunday school and church are both
progressing nicely. A fine attendance was had for both morning and
evening service this week. Mr. Powell preached in the morning and Mr.
Stille from Shady Cove preached in the evening. Maurice Jack had charge
of the young people's meeting in the evening.The erection of the Reese Creek Mission church began yesterday on the land adjoining the school yard. Mrs. Necia Buck, national speaker of the W.C.T.U., was here July 18 in the afternoon, and gave a wonderful address to a large and appreciative audience at the schoolhouse. She went to Prospect and gave an address in the evening, accompanied by Mrs. Charles Cummons and Mrs. Moffitt. Others going to Prospect from here were Mr. and Mrs. Harry Powell. Mr. and Mrs. George Douglas and Dr. Eva Mains Carlow, all of Medford, who attended the W.C.T.U. meeting here Saturday afternoon, were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb. They are old-time friends of the Lambs. Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack had as their dinner guests Sunday Mr. and Mrs. James McDowell of Antelope and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Stille of Medford. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Vestal and family moved to the Joe Worthington place Monday to take charge. We are sorry to lose them from our community. Lester Smith of Klamath Falls and Edgar Tungate of Butte Falls were calling at the Edward Cowden home Sunday. Miss Verta Stowell of Long Mountain is spending the week with Evelyn Jack. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Braack entertained with a picnic dinner recently, honoring birthdays of Frances and Lois. Those present were Mrs. Bowen and son from Fern Valley, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Powell, Dorris Bellows, Mrs. Homer Martin and son Stanley, and Walter Strahan. All enjoyed the afternoon. Mrs. Louise Clark and children were calling Saturday on Mrs. Wilfred Jack. Mr. and Mrs. H. Ball and Willard and Ralph Lamb spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb at Derby. Mrs. John Hankins is expected July 20 from Molalla, Ore., where she has been visiting for the past two weeks. Most of the neighbors around are getting through with the main crops of hay, Charles Humphrey just finishing this week. W. E. Hammel is still haying. The Jacks and Vestals have their hay up for the present. The hay is very good quality this season. Mr. Martin and Mr. Ball have finished with this crop of hay also. Frank Strahan is building a new barn on his place. Medford Mail Tribune, July 22, 1936, page 9 TRAIL VETERAN IN RENO DEATH FALL
Harry F. LeTissier, resident of Trail for the past two years and a
disabled veteran of the World War, was killed in a three-story drop
from a fire escape at a Reno hotel Sunday, it was learned from S. C.
Phippard of Trail.LeTissier and Phippard left Friday for Reno for a brief vacation. At 9 o'clock Sunday morning a fire siren sounded and LeTissier climbed onto the fire escape to attempt to locate the cause of the alarm. He lost his footing and plunged to the sidewalk below, Phippard said. The dead man had many friends in Trail and in this city. He formerly made his home in Oakland, where his father, Henry LeTissier, and his brother, V. A., now live. Another brother, Leo, is living in Portland. The body was forwarded to Oakland for burial. Medford Mail Tribune, July 23, 1936, page 9 LENIENCY GIVEN TRAIL RESIDENTS WITH DEER MEAT
William
P. Jacobs of Talent was found not guilty of being drunk on a public
highway by Peace Justice W. R. Coleman this morning. Testifying in his
own behalf, Jacobs said he was ill from blood poisoning and his
sickness might have made him appear intoxicated.Thomas R. Hall and Orin W. Train of Trail pleaded guilty in justice court to unlawful possession of venison. They were each fined $25 and costs and given 60 days in which to start payments. They stated someone gave them the venison and they decided to use it, as they were in straitened circumstances. Leniency of the court was asked in their behalf. Quentin Mathews and Bill Lindsay, Eagle Point youths, pleaded guilty to a charge of petty larceny. They were each fined $25 and costs and sentenced to 30 days in jail, the jail term being suspended upon condition they pay the fines and make restitution to the man they robbed. They are to pay the fine in installments beginning August 10. The youths were charged with stealing a tire, tube and rim from a car owned by William Grantham. They agreed to return the tire and to pay for the tube and rim if they could not find them. They said they threw the rim and tube away. Medford Mail Tribune, July 24, 1936, page 13 BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO, July 23.--(Spl.)--Roy Hanscom of Medford was a guest at the Maxfield home on Sunday of last week.Dorland Terrill of Klamath Falls spent some time recently as the guest of her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Terrill. Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Wright and little son Jimmy was a guest at the Wright home Thursday. Everyone is invited to attend the baseball game on the Brownsboro diamond next Sunday. C. B. Barnum and Chas. Craig made a trip to Weed, Cal., last Tuesday. Mrs. R. Baker and Mrs. H. W. Wright attended the community picnic at the Dead Indian Soda Springs last Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Henry enjoyed a picnic and fishing trip on Rogue River Wednesday. Leland Dysinger and Geneva Glass spent Sunday picnicking at Butte Falls. Medford Mail Tribune, July 24, 1936, page 15 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG
MOUNTAIN, July 24.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Wilburn Davies of Eagle Point
were visitors at Mrs. Boren's home the 21st. Mr. Boren is working at
Butte Falls, making railroad ties.Grace Holman, formerly of this community, spent three days of this week with Mrs. Boren. Mrs. Alice Seld, who has been visiting in Tacoma, Wash., is now visiting Mr. and Mrs. Nick Young while en route to San Francisco. A swimming party was given by Mrs. Ruth Natwick July 19, at Jackson Hot Springs. Those who were there were Mr. and Mrs. Short, Mrs. Nichols and daughter Marjorie, Mr. and Mrs. Henderson, Mr. and Mrs. Stowell and daughters Bonnie and Irene, and Mr. and Mrs. Natwick and son Tommy. Mrs. Shelby of California is visiting at the home of Mrs. Ruth Natwick. Verta Stowell is spending this week visiting Miss Evelyn Jack of Reese Creek. Bob Cowden, who has recently been working for Marsh Garrett of this community, has just bought a ranch of his own, the ranch formerly belonging to Foster Greb. Mr. Garrett, who is a good cow raiser of Long Mountain, has just sold a bunch of beeves to the Economy Meat Market. Mary Mangold returned home July 23 from Ashland. Medford Mail Tribune, July 24, 1936, page 15 ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, July 24.--(Spl.)--The dairymen of Antelope are more than pleased with the price of butterfat for the summer.Carl von der Hellen spent a few days at Crater Lake last week. Mrs. Helen Culbertson, Mrs. Ina Stanley, Mrs. Rader, Mrs. Dot Dutton, Mrs. Ruby Riggs and Mrs. Dorothy Lindsay were in Medford shopping July 17. The people of Antelope who knew George Alden of Medford were shocked to learn of his death July 15, and the sympathy of the people here is extended to his widow. Mrs. Laura Pierce of Medford visited her daughter, Mrs. Helen Culbertson, July 15. Mr. and Mrs. Ruel Finch and daughter of Pomona, Cal., and Evan Finch of Loma Linda, Cal., visited Mr. and Mrs. B. K. Riggs, July 18. The young people's class of the Union Sunday school were luncheon guests of Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Cingcade Sunday, July 19. Mrs. Bob Lindsay is spending a few days with her husband at Wagner Butte. Mr. and Mrs. Wallace McDowell, Mr. and Mrs. Jim McDowell and daughter and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Stille and son of Medford were luncheon guests of Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack of Reese Creek, July 19. Mr. and Mrs. Horace Thompson and daughter visited Mr. and Mrs. Carl von der Hellen July 23. Mrs. Bob Baize returned home from the Community Hospital July 19. Mrs. S. W. Baize of Medford is staying a few days with Mrs. Bob Baize. Mr. and Mrs. Jessie Allen and children attended church in Medford Sunday, July 19. Medford Mail Tribune, July 24, 1936, page 15 VICTIM AGED CAR DRIVER RECOVERS
Mrs. Marie Bennett, aged Medford lady who has been confined to a
hospital since June 30, when she was struck down by a car driven by
John T. Fry, will be released from the hospital tomorrow morning, it
was announced today.
Medford
Mail Tribune, July 27, 1936, page 8Mrs. Bennett's daughter, Mrs. Frank Lozier of San Louis Obispo, Calif., will remain with her mother until she can be taken to Trail, where another daughter, Mrs. H. F. Swingle, lives. Mrs. Bennett will be removed to the Rosewood Apartments, 249 South Riverside Avenue, to convalesce. She will spend at least part of next winter resting at Mrs. Lozier's home in San Louis Obispo. Fry, an aged Central Point district farmer, was arrested on a reckless driving charge following the accident, and found guilty in city court. His driver's permit was permanently revoked on July 2. REESE CREEK
REESE
CREEK, July 20.--(Spl.)--Sunday school is keeping up well in attendance
during the summer months. The new church building is near completion,
and all hope it will be ready for occupancy by next Sunday. Rev. Harry
Powell preached in the morning and John Lull of Shady Cove preached in
the evening. Rev. D. D. Randall will be here for Sunday school August 2.Mr. and Mrs. R. D. Nichols returned last week from Mt. Hebron, Calif., where they went to visit Mr. Nichols' mother, Mrs. F. S. Thompson. She accompanied them home for the summer. Mr. DeArmond returned July 20 from Smith River, Calif., where he has been visiting a daughter. July 21, neighbors and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Hatfield gave them a surprise party at their home. The young folks enjoyed games on the lawn, while the older folks enjoyed visiting. The visitors brought their own refreshments, which were served at a late hour. All went home, leaving the best of good wishes for Mr. and Mrs. Hatfield, Mrs. Holiday and Vern Hatfield. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphrey, Mr. and Mrs. Homer Martin, Mr. and Mrs. Merle Jack and two sons, Mr. and Mrs. James E. Leigh, Mr. DeArmond, Mrs. French. Ned Jeffries, Mrs. Wilson Gardner and two sons, Maynard and LeRoy, Mrs. Wilfred Jack and son Eldred, Alex Vestal, Frank Strahn and son Walter, and Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb. Mr. and Mrs. Wallace McDowell, Mr. and Mrs. James McDowell and baby Marilyn, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Stille, and Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. H. Ball and family July 26. Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Lawson have returned from a several weeks' trip to Dallas, Texas, going by San Francisco, where their son, Russell, joined them. They attended a family reunion of the Lawson family there. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Hanscom and son, Cecil, from Medford were guests Saturday at the W. R. Lamb home. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Ashpole of Eagle Point were pleasant visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cowden July 21. The monthly meeting of the home and school council will be held at the home of Mrs. W. R. Lamb July 30. All members and friends are invited to come. A covered dish luncheon will be served at noon. Ralph Lamb visited with his grandparents July 26 at the W. R. Lamb home. Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Hatfield were in Medford on business Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Merritt are having a well drilled at their home. Mr. Dodge and Harry Boussom are doing the work. Several pieces of property have been sold on the Crater Lake Highway near the Sherron service station this past week. California people are coming in now looking for locations. Mr. and Mrs. Will Sherron and family were calling on Mrs. Mary Brouse Sunday. Medford Mail Tribune, July 30, 1936, page 9 BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO,
July 31.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Monia of Leland, Mr. and Mrs.
Henry Dahlke of Medford, Mr. and Mrs. Charley and Miss Opal Charley
were guests at the Monia home last Sunday.Mr. and Mrs. Lester Marshall, Y. W. Marshall and Louis Rohrer drove to Imnaha and spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Walter Marshall. The "Stickeys" won the ball game played on the Brownsboro diamond last Sunday afternoon, the score being 6 to 3. Genevieve Lindsey of Trail was a guest of Lois Wright a few days last week. Thursday they went to Grants Pass for a visit with relatives of Miss Lindsey. Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Wakefield of Cottage Grove and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Dallaire of Medford were guests at the Brown home Sunday. Mrs. H. W. Wright, Billy and Dorothy Wright and Chas. Craig motored to Grants Pass Monday, bringing home with them Lois Wright, who had been visiting there for a few days. Emelie Nahas of Medford is spending a week as the guest of her sister, Mrs. Jack Conger. Mr. and Mrs. Ira Conger of Grants Pass were also at Congers' on Sunday. Medford Mail Tribune, July 31, 1936, page 7 EAGLE POINT
EAGLE
POINT, July 31.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Dale Walker and two children of
Merrill, former residents of Eagle Point, were last Sunday guests of
Mr. and Mrs. Roy Stanley.Mr. and Mrs. Seth Dixon of Fort Klamath called on friends in Eagle Point and vicinity last Friday while on their way to Roseburg to spend a few days with relatives living there. Mrs. Ruth Young, a music teacher of Central Point, was a caller at the Roy Stanley home last Monday. Miss Gladys Nichols left last week for California for a visit with friends in San Francisco and Oakland. Mrs. Ruth Natwick of the Long Mountain district and sister-in-law, Mrs. Gladys Shelby of San Francisco were calling on friends in Eagle Point one day last week. Mrs. Shelby left for her home last Sunday morning. Edwin Putman and two sisters, Florence and Minnie, have gone to California. Ed and Minnie have the agencies for the Nu-Ad system of farmer's accounts, of Kansas City. They have two counties in which to work and at present are located in Red Bluff. Their parents received a letter from them Tuesday saying the weather was very warm, but that they were fine and thought they were going to like the work very much. Mrs. Fein, formerly of Los Angeles, who recently purchased the Sturgill place on Reese Creek, was a business caller in Eagle Point Tuesday. Miss Marjorie Nichols spent last Tuesday in Medford with Miss Enid Ward, a former schoolmate in Eagle Point. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Peppard of Chiloquin and Mrs. Dahl, mother of Mrs. Peppard whose home is in Montana, were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Orville Henderson last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Putman and son Francis drove to McCloud last Sunday and spent the day with Mrs. Hannah McIntyre, who has been quite ill for some time. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Stowell of the Long Mountain district were callers at the Henderson home last Sunday evening. Mrs. Eva Nichols is having some this papering and painting done week. Among those from Eagle Point who attended the Townsend picnic at the Manning grove near Prospect last Sunday were Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Perry, Mrs. Dollie Morrow and Clarence Day. They report a large crowd in attendance and a wonderful time enjoyed, with good speakers, and a bounteous picnic dinner. Miss Charlene Ray returned last Friday from a two weeks' vacation spent with friends at Bandon, Coquille and other coast towns. Word has been received in Eagle Point that work on the upper part of the road to Fish Lake up Little Butte Creek will start this week. The McNutt Bros. of Portland have the contract. Medford Mail Tribune, July 31, 1936, page 15 TRAIL
TRAIL,
July 31.--(Spl.)--The passing of Elmer Hoag of McLeod Sunday evening
was a shock to his many friends here. While Mr. Hoag has been in poor
health for several years, a majority did not know he was failing so
rapidly. A large number attended the funeral in Medford Wednesday.Ralph Watson is on the sick list this week. Mrs. Alma Merriman and son Ray returned home from Salem Sunday evening, having visited Mr. Merriman. Mrs. Anna Wilson returned to her home in Medford after three weeks spent at the S. W. Hutchinson home. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Pierce of Jacksonville were calling on friends in this community Monday. They are making plans to return here to live in the near future. Ray Merriman is suffering with a bad arm. A cable broke and struck his arm as he was working in the woods. The three grandchildren of Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker, Hazel, Edna and Everett Fiock, of Yreka, Calif., returned home Sunday after spending a week here visiting. Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Wilson of Grants Pass called on his cousin, Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson, Tuesday, en route home from Crater Lake. Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson returned home Sunday evening from a 2 weeks' trip to Canada. While they were away they traveled 2800 miles, visited three national parks and near Banff, Alberta, saw Lake Louise, Emerald Lake, Twin Lakes, Minnewanka Lake, Marble Canyon, natural bridge, where the Kootenai River passes under the rocks, and Columbia Lake which is the headwaters of the Columbia River. The lake empties and flows 300 miles north before it starts south and finally arrives in Oregon. These beautiful lakes, canyons and mountains are all located in the Canadian Rockies. Medford Mail Tribune, July 31, 1936, page 15 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG
MOUNTAIN, July 31.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Shelby from California went with Mr.
and Mrs. Natwick to Grants Pass Sunday. From there she went on to her
home at Napa, Calif. Mr. and Mrs. Amo Greeneich of Stockton, Calif. were here, visiting Mr. and Mrs. P. M. Stowell during the past week. Mr. and Mrs. Claude Sullivan from Red Bluff, Calif. are here visiting at the home of J. E. Stowell and family. Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Stowell called on Mr. and Mrs. Short Friday evening. Hazel Stagger returned home July 24 from a two weeks' vacation at Crater Lake. Mr. and Mrs. Charley Jackson formerly of this community were visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Stagger over the weekend. They are now living at Crater Lake. Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Hammon and baby were weekend visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Stout. They are from Klamath Falls. Mr. and Mrs. Short, Mrs. Eva Nichols, Glen Terrill, and Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Stowell, all picnicked on Rogue River Sunday. They were accompanied in the afternoon by Mr. and Mrs. Fred Farlow. Miss Mary Harnish stayed a few days with Bonnie Jean Stowell recently. Medford Mail Tribune, July 31, 1936, page 15 TRAIL RESIDENT HELD FOR THREAT TO KILL KILL SHERIFF
After assertedly firing four shots at neighbors in a fit of rage, and
threatening to kill Sheriff Syd I. Brown at Trail Friday night, Milton
Burt Bradshaw, 50-year-old Trail district rancher, is in the county
jail today, held on $10,000 bonds and held for the next grand jury on a
charge of threatening to commit a felony. The complaint was signed by
Arthur A. McCoy and Alton Shough, the man's neighbors.Milton Bradshaw, in High Rage, Makes Gun Play After Party Quarrel The threat against Sheriff Brown's life came after the officer, accompanied by O. A. MacKinnon, sergeant of state police, had gone to Trail in answer to a summons that Bradshaw had run amok with a rifle. It was brought out at the arraignment yesterday that the Bradshaw and Shough families were having a family party at the Arthur Wells ranch a half mile northwest of Trail, when Bradshaw, returning from a brief absence from the room, became highly enraged at an incident. In jealous anger he seized a heavy piece of firewood and attempted to beat McCoy, a widower, with it, it is alleged. The men at the party succeeded in wresting the club from him and he left the house in a fury, declaring he would return with a rifle and kill McCoy and the others. The members of the party, familiar with his jealous rages, departed hurriedly and assembled at the Trail store. A short time later they heard two shots, and learned that Bradshaw had fired twice at a passing car. A few moments later, as a man and his wife living in the district drove up to the front of the store, Bradshaw fired two more shots from ambush at them, they driving hastily away. The state and county officers, notified by telephone, raced to Trail, picking up McCoy and Shough, who guided them to the house where they believed Bradshaw would be found. In driving up to the house they apparently passed the man in the brush, for as they got out of the car they perceived him, 300 feet away, approaching, armed with a rifle. Sergeant MacKinnon, it was shown, went forward to arrest the man. When the two were only 30 feet apart, it was testified, Bradshaw leaped behind a tree and loudly threatened to kill both Brown and the state officer, leveling his rifle as he did so. The officer, seeing the man throw a cartridge into the chamber and attempt to fire, shot at the tree, splattering bark over Bradshaw. A jammed cartridge prevented the officer's assailant from firing a shot, although he made four efforts to do so, receiving an answering shot each time. On the fourth shot that the officer fired Bradshaw threw the useless rifle far behind him and threw his hands in the air, when MacKinnon arrested him. After being handcuffed Bradshaw verbally assaulted both officers, telling them that if the gun had not jammed they would both have "gone back to town feet first." On the journey into this city he was still vindictive and repeated threats, the officers say. The rifle, when picked up, showed that the jammed shell had been rammed so hard into the breech that the lead had been shoved a quarter of an inch back into the metal casing. Two more unfired shells were in the magazine and 17 were taken from Bradshaw's pockets. Bradshaw has had trouble with police on a similar occasion. Several years ago he attacked arresting officers with a club before being subdued. Medford Mail Tribune, August 2, 1936, page 1 BRADSHAW INQUIRES WHAT HAPPENED
Milton Burt Bradshaw, Trail district rancher, held in the county jail
under $10,000 bonds for alleged threats to kill Sheriff Syd I. Brown,
and threatening to commit a felony, attempted shooting of a state
police officer, is "just coming out of his grogginess," according to
jailer Ingling.AT TRAIL PARTY FIGHT During the encounter, preceding Bradshaw's meeting with the sheriff and the state police, he was hit over the head with a stick of wood, and sustained a scalp wound, when he created a disturbance at a house party. Bradshaw claims to have been in a semi-dazed condition since then, and that he sustained a fractured skull some months ago. Bradshaw started asking questions yesterday about what happened, according to the jailer, who further states he is now a docile prisoner. Bradshaw, according to the authorities, became enraged at the party and started a battle that was quieted when Bradshaw was hit on the head. He then announced he would get his gun and return. The sheriff and state police were notified and when they arrived found Bradshaw with his gun behind a tree. He attempted to shoot the state trooper, but the weapon jammed. Four bullets, which struck the tree over Bradshaw's head and scattered bark on him, caused the rancher to throw his rifle away and come out from ambush with his hands in the air. After the handcuffs were on his wrists he is said to have become threatening and abusive in. language. The complaint was filed by the sheriff. Medford Mail Tribune, August 4, 1936, page 3 BABY KAROL GRANTHAM SUCCUMBS AT TRAIL
Karol Marie Grantham, aged one year, the youngest daughter of Mr. and
Mrs. William H. Grantham of Trail, died Monday evening at Trail of
bronchial pneumonia.The little girl was born at Little Applegate July 23, 1935. Besides her parents, she is survived by two other children. The funeral will be held Wednesday morning from the Trail church, with burial in the Trail cemetery, Perl Funeral Home in charge. Medford Mail Tribune, August 4, 1936, page 3 REESE CREEK
REESE
CREEK, Aug. 4.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Hatfield and son Vern, also
Mrs. Sarah Holiday, Mrs. Hatfield's mother, moved to Ashland July 27.
They disposed of their place to Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Grace, taking
Ashland property on the deal. Mr. and Mrs. Grace moved here the same
day.Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Merritt have their new well completed and a pressure pump system installed. Mr. and Mrs. O. P. Rusho and Mrs. Homer Martin were shopping in Medford July 28. Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Goddard and two daughters, Marjory and Glenda, of Medford, were dinner guests July 26 of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Goddard. Friends of Mr. and Mrs. Powell gave them a shower surprise party July 28. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Frank Thomas and family and their house guest from California, Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Hatfield and son Vern, Mrs. Sarah Holiday, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cummons and Miriam, Mrs. Moffitt, Mr. and Mrs. O. P. Rusho, Mrs. C. H. Rusho, Mrs. Will Sherron, Stewart and Thomas Sherron, Mrs. Mary Brouse, Arta Vestal, Frances and Lois Moravet and John Braack, Donnell Konig and Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Goddan of Grants Pass, Mr. and Mrs. Powell's house guests. Prof. and Mrs. T. M. Ritter of Boulder, Colo., and Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Grow of El Segundo, Cal., arrived July 29 for a two weeks' visit with Mrs. Ritter's and Mr. Grow's brothers and families, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Grow and Mr. and Mrs. T. M. Grow. Professor Ritter is a professor in the Colorado university. They all went to Crater Lake, Diamond Lake and Klamath Falls, accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Jack Grow and family, August 2. Reese Creek W.C.T.U. will meet Thursday, August 6, at 2 o'clock, at the schoolhouse. All members and friends are welcome. Bring your quilt blocks. Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Bellows are enjoying a two weeks' outing at Bandon by the Sea. Art Busby of San Francisco visited with Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cowden July 31. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Merritt of Prospect and Ruth Merritt of Ashland were calling on Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Merritt Sunday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. James Edward Leigh were dinner guests Friday at the W. R. Lamb home. The home and school party was held July 30 at the home of Mrs. W. R. Lamb. Those present were Mrs. Charles Goddard, Mrs. O. P. Rusho, Mrs. Freda Gehrig, Mrs. Will Sherron, Mrs. Ralph Merritt, Janet and Jimmy, Mrs. Harry Powell, Mrs. Jack Grow, Mrs. Charles Humphrey, Mrs. Mary Brouse and Mrs. C. H. Rusho. A lovely covered dish luncheon was served at noon. Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack and son Eldred called at the Lamb home Sunday afternoon. Ralph Lamb spent Sunday visiting his parents at Derby. Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Albert and children Barbara and Bobby of Butte Falls called on Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack Sunday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Vestal were calling at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Leigh Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Gardner and sons Maynard and LeRoy were guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Homer Martin and family. Medford Mail Tribune, August 4, 1936, page 5 McLEOD
McLEOD, Aug. 4.--(Spl.)--Our community was deeply saddened by the death
of our beloved friend and neighbor, E. D. Hoag, Sunday evening, July
26. Mr. Hoag, who has been in delicate health for some years, was
stricken with an attack of asthma Friday, and many of his friends had
not heard of his illness until after his death. Remains were laid to
rest in Siskiyou Memorial Park July 29, where members of the Upper
Rogue Grange conducted service. A large number attended the funeral.
The McLeod community extends sympathy to Mrs. Hoag and family in their
bereavement.Among those arriving from Tillamook to attend Mr. Hoag's funeral were Mrs. A. A. Clyde, a sister; Mr. and Mrs. G. H. Foland, Mr. and Mrs. C. Dawson and daughter Nancy. Mr. Foland and Mrs. Dawson are brother and sister of Mrs. Hoag. Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Dunn of Dallas also attended the Hoag funeral. Mrs. Dunn is Mrs. Hoag's sister. Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Clemens and son Barton of Medford were recent weekend guests at the Alworth home. Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Coburn and children Betty and Billy arrived from Shelton, Wash., to attend Mr. Hoag's funeral. Mr. Coburn returned Saturday, while Mrs. Coburn and children will spend the rest of the summer here. Their many friends are glad to see them again. Mrs. Zella Tullis and daughter Ethel returned last week from a visit to their former home in Kansas. When within a mile of their home their car collided with the new Vaughn station wagon, driven by Roy Vaughn. Fortunately no one was injured, though both cars were considerably damaged. The Upper Rogue grange has returned to the log cabin where summer meetings will be held. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Netherland of Oakland, Calif., spent several days with Mr. and Mrs. Bob Alworth last week. Medford Mail Tribune, August 4, 1936, page 7 TRAIL
TRAIL, Aug. 7.--(Spl.)--The H.E. Club of the Upper Rogue Grange met at
Casey's camp Tuesday afternoon for a short business meeting. There were
only 11 present as everyone is busy these summer days..L. L. Yancey flew up from Palo Alto July 31 to spend the weekend with his family, who are spending the summer in their summer home here. Mr. Yancey returned home Monday night, again going by plane. Mrs. Evelyn Coburn and two children, Bettie and Billie, of Auburn, who were here to attend the funeral of her father, Mr. Hoag, will remain for a few weeks with her mother, Mr. Coburn having returned home August 1st. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Young, of Santa Monica, Mr. and Mrs. Glass and family, Los Angeles, and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Goesel, of Palo Alto, Calif., all arrived August 1 to spend their vacation at Sunset on the Rogue. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Watson spent Monday in Medford. Bob Yancey and Carroll Watson spent Sunday in Medford. Mrs. Alma Merriman and son Roy called on Mrs. Jennie Hoag and family Sunday evening. A large number of men are out of work now that the work on the Tiller-Trail road has been discontinued. Word comes from Harry Merriman that he is better. The following ladies from Trail left this Wednesday for Home Makers Camp at Camp Savage near Rogue River: Mesdames Eva Segessenman, Alma Merriman, Francis Ash, Ella Yancey, Jennie Hutchinson, Nona McAbee, Miss Helen Hughes and Lena Zimmerlee. Mr. and Mrs. Edd Pence, who have been living in Jacksonville for the past few years, returned here Tuesday to make their permanent home. Rev. and Mrs. Wadsworth, of Hollywood, are expected to arrive at Sunset Auto Camp this week to send a month's vacation. Medford Mail Tribune, August 7, 1936, page 17 ACTIVITY AT CAMP FOR HOMEMAKERS BUOYS WOMAN, 86
CAMP SAVAGE, Aug. 10.--(Spl.)--Homemakers' camp here last week meant a
lot to Jackson County women, but it meant a bit more to one whom
everyone at camp knew as "grandma."Eagle Point 'Grandma' Is 'Just a Kid' Once More-- Varied Program Sustains Interest--Talks Given. By Maude Pool Mrs. E. C. Wilhite, of Eagle Point, soon will be 86. She uses a cane, but she had the grandest time of her life--"just like a kid," her friends say. Grandma has lived alone for years and has kept house since she was 12; so as much as the vacation, she appreciates the companionship and associations of camp life. "Some people ask me how I can stand so many and so much noise," Grandma remarked as she sat before the big fireplace and recreation hall after breakfast one morning, "but I just think the more the merrier." And it is these friendships that ripen into something of long duration that the rest are enjoying too.
Events at camp ran smooth as clockwork, and only once were lifeguards
called. Mary Gustafson detected a bubble in the inner tube in which she
was riding in the merry waters of the Rogue. The staff nurse was
required only sufficiently to remind her of her title. Bruises and
stiff fingers and a few other minor ailments presented themselves.
Camp Is Home-LikeHelen Casper, nurse, and Nellie Niedermeyer, swimming instructor, stole away for walks before breakfast to write that bit of poetry they've always wanted to write. Una McIlwain remarks that she has not laughed so much in twenty years as during the evening's recreation. True to human nature, Bertha Lund, of Rogue River, lives too near camp to appreciate fully it as the others did who travel 80 miles to get here, and she spent only the daytime in camp. Alice Kingle and Marguerite Black became sidetracked from swimming class Thursday and discussed astrology and palmistry to great lengths. Mildred Drury, "Cookie" the cook, had little time for rest but she told of her weakness in bicycling during the lulls in the kitchen. Nora Strauss had a birthday Thursday and a lovely poem, written for her by Nellie Niedermeyer, was read during the evening recreation period. Favorite poems and sketches were read also during the evening. Tufting Taught
Friday morning Miss Joan Patterson, house furnishing specialist from
Corvallis, taught tufting or candle wicking, and many women accepted
the opportunity to start bed spreads. This craft proved so popular that
the forenoon swimming classes were abandoned.Camp Savage, vacated as a transient camp nearly a year ago, is one of the finest in Southern Oregon, and will remain as a permanent recreation camp to be in charge of the Grants Pass Chamber of Commerce. Many Jackson County organizations have helped in making homemakers' camp possible. Additional homemakers arriving late were Imogene Smith, of Phoenix, and Effie Birdseye, of Rogue River. A number of guests have been present from time to time. The Grants Pass Courier photographer was a dinner guest Thursday and, upon appearance of his newspapers with photos of the ladies, several rousing yells were given at the table in appreciation: Fred Ramsey, of Jacksonville, lifeguard at Camp Wimer, was a guest Friday, as was Ruby Day, cook at the Josephine County homemakers' camp held in July. Thursday afternoon Helen Casper, nurse, gave a short talk on care of the sick in the home, demonstrating changing of sheets, and pointing to the necessity of the proper attitude of mind on the part of the patient. Camp closed Sunday with dinner and afternoon sports, to which the families were invited. Medford Mail Tribune, August 10, 1936, page 7 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, Aug. 11.--(Spl.)--The Reese Creek Sunday school and church
services were all very well attended Aug. 9. Mr. Stille preached in the
evening, Thomas Sherron leading the young people's meeting.The W.C.T.U. held a splendid meeting Thursday afternoon. Guests of the meeting were Mrs. Charles Sanderson and daughter, Mrs. Melvin Martin, and son, from Beagle. The Beagle Ladies Club has made and donated a beautiful quilt to our union, and we are also making a lovely quilt and will quilt same at the home of Mrs. Powell, Aug. 18. Both quilts will be sent to the Children's Farm Home at Corvallis. Our president, Mrs. Charles Cummons, accompanied the national W.C.T.U. speaker, Mrs. Necia Buck, to Prospect July 18, where a W.C.T.U. union was organized, as was also a Junior W.C.T.U. for the young people, with a fine attendance. Several went up from here, including Mr. and Mrs. Powell, Mr. Foster, Mrs. Charles Cummons, Mrs. Agnes Moffitt and Mrs. Mary Brouse. Mr. and Mrs. Lester Smith and two sons, of Klamath Falls, were weekend guests of Mr. Smith's sister and family, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cowden. Other guests at the Cowden home for Sunday were Mr. and Mrs. Ray Parker, of Medford. Hollis Martin, who is employed at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ross Cline, was visiting his parents Sunday, Mr. and Mrs. Homer Martin. Mrs. Charles Braack and children. Frances, Lois and John, spent Wednesday in Eagle Point on business. Mr. and Mrs. James Merritt, of Ashland, and Mrs. Emma Merritt, of Central Point, and Eli Stille, of Shady Cove, were visiting Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Merritt Sunday evening. The latter accompanied Mr. and Mrs James Merritt to Ashland for the evening. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Lewis, of near Butte Falls, were calling at the W. R. Lamb home Sunday. They also went to Dead Indian Soda Springs. Professor and Mrs. T. M. Ritter, of Boulder, Colorado, and Mr. and Mrs E. J. Grow, of El Segundo, Cal., who have been visiting their relatives, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Grow and Mr. and Mrs. Tom Grow and their families, left Aug. 6 for their homes, after enjoying our beautiful Southern Oregon for the past two weeks. Mrs. James King, of King's service station, was happily surprised Aug. 1, when all the O. and O. bridge crew and their wives came and took possession of the place, served a fine birthday dinner for her and Mr. King presented them with a lovely double wool blanket, as a gift, and wished her many more happy birthdays. Frances and Lois Moravet and John Braack were guests Sunday afternoon of Mr. Wilfred Jack. Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb and daughter, Edna, called at the W. R. Lamb home Saturday evening. They had been shopping in Medford. Mrs. Jack Grow and daughter, Eileen, and Tom Grow, left Aug. 5 for Medford, where they will have employment during the fruit season at the packing house. Miss Myrtle Camack, formerly of Glendale, Cal., has purchased property on Crater Lake Highway and taken possession, across from Sherron service station. She is having the house all remodeled. Medford Mail Tribune, August 11, 1936, page 9 McLEOD
McLEOD, Aug. 13.--(Spl.)--The Weeks orchard began pear picking Monday, just a week later than the valley.The McLeod bridge is being refloored this week. Mr. and Mrs. R. S. Axtell and family of Bozeman, Mont., arrived last week to take possession of their new home which they recently purchased from Mrs. Frank Manning. They are delighted with the country and glad to be here where they are relieved of any fear of earthquakes. Mr. Axtell is considering sheep-raising. Their family consist of three children, Joan, Jane and Johnnie, aged eight, five and four years. A young friend of the family, Millard A. Flame, makes his home with them and expects to enroll in Prospect High School. McLeod welcomes the Axtell family into the community and hopes they will be happy among us and prosper here. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Richardson celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary August 7. They are both in splendid health and able to carry on their work. The community extends congratulations. James Thomas and Bobby Ohrt are working in Medford packing houses. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Stearns are at Diamond Lake, where they are employed. Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Gorden have moved into the former Gus Ditsworth home. Medford Mail Tribune, August 13, 1936, page 2 ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE,
Aug. 13.--(Spl.)--Antelope Literary Cclub will meet Aug 14. A program
will be presented by the sub-deb girls. The lady members are asked to
bring sandwiches.Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Culbertson and daughter returned from a few days' vacation on the coast Aug. 10. J. C. Greb, Jack Wood, Mr. and Mrs. Yorton and Raleigh Allen are picking fruit at the 401 ranch. Mrs. Dorothy Lindsay spent Aug. 9 at Wagner Butte with her husband. Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Furry and daughter called on Mr. and Mrs. Barnie Riggs the evening of Aug. 9. Harvey Stanley and son are riding in the hills this week looking after their cattle. Mrs. Alva McDowell spent Aug. 6, 7, 8 at the home of her daughter and husband, Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Stille, in Medford. Mrs. Ruby Riggs and daughter, Annabelle, spent a few days in Medford at the home of Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Baize, Annabelle having her tonsils removed while in town. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Bigham and daughter attended church in Medford Aug. 9. Mr. and Mrs. B. E. Baize and children, Mr. and Mrs T. J. Hatlett visited Mr. and Mrs. B. K. Riggs Aug. 9. There were twenty-one present at the Union Sunday school Aug 9. Mr. and Mrs. Carl von der Hellen and son, Jim, and daughter, Patsy, were in Medford shopping Aug. 10. Medford Mail Tribune, August 13, 1936, page 2 TRAIL
TRAIL, Aug. 13.--(Spl.)--The ladies who attended Homemaker's Camp at
Camp Savage last week returned home Sunday evening, August 9. All
report having had a delightful time and are already planning to go
again next year.Frank Hammond and family of Willow Springs visited with Mrs. Alma Merriman and son Ray Sunday evening. Mrs. Katie Ash and Mrs. Hazel Cushman shopped in Medford Tuesday. Mrs. Lyal Tucker visited with Mr. and Mrs. Burt Clark Monday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Watson returned home Monday evening from a camping trip in the mountains above Union Creek. Mrs. Mary C. Bullock of Medford is spending this week with Mrs. Mary Warner. Mrs. Francis Ash is spending this week visiting her son Howard and family on Elk Creek. Boyd Tucker and S. W. Hutchinson spent two days this week fishing on the middle fork above Prospect and report good luck. The following ladies called on Mrs. Mary Warner Tuesday afternoon: Mesdames Francis Ash, Hazel Cushman, Katie Ash and Jennie Hutchinson. The different camp grounds report a record business this year. Each one of the camps could use more cottages if they were available, which proves that traffic is heavier this year than ever before. Roy Merriman, who had the misfortune to have his arm badly hurt in the woods several weeks ago, is still unable to work. Miss Wanda Howe and Ivorene Cushman were overnight guests of Mrs. Wayne Ash recently. Mrs. Milton Bradshaw moved to Medford August 12. Mrs. Alma Merriman left for Salem Tuesday night in response to a telegram saying Mr. Merriman was not well. Mr. and Mrs. T. F. Aronson of Palo Alto, Cal., arrived here Tuesday to spend a week vacationing as guests of Mrs. L. L. Yancey and son Bob. There was a family reunion at the home of Rev. and Mrs. LaDieu over the past weekend, consisting of the entire family, as follows: Mr. and Mrs. J. M. LaDieu and daughter Shirley of Oakland, Cal.; Mr and Mrs. C. E. Madison and two sons, Richard and James, and Mrs. E. C. Caster, all of Berkeley, Cal.; A. E. and J. A. LaDieu of Ashland, and Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Ash of Trail. The visiting relatives left for their homes Sunday evening. Miss Viola Fisk of Santa Barbara, Cal., is the house guest of her daughter, Mrs. S. I. Hughes. Rev. and Mrs. LaDieu are spending a few days at Phoenix, the house guests of Mr. and Mrs. Byron Gossitt. Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Heeves and J. L. Hatch, both with the bureau of public roads, have been transferred to Crater Lake for the summer. Mrs. M. Gilhousen and children and Miss Helen Hughes are leaving for Glendale, Cal., today. Miss Wanda Coe of Medford visited with her father Sunday. Medford Mail Tribune, August 13, 1936, page 2 BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO, Aug. 13.--(Spl.)--Mrs. H. W. Wright and children, Mrs. Ed.
Tucker and Mrs. Percy Henry and children spent few days at Merrill
visiting friends, last week.Don Tait, of Los Angeles, is visiting at the Marshall home, the guest of his cousin, Mrs. Lester Marshall. Lois Wright attended the Sub-Deb Club party at Antelope Saturday night. Mrs. Walter Marshall came down from the camp last week and will spend several days at home. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Hansen, Mildred and Bruce Hansen, spent last week camping on the Milo Conley ranch above the McAllister Soda Springs. On Wednesday, Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Hansen, Gerald Hansen, Mrs. L. J. Rohrer, Lois Rohrer and Lois Wright drove up and spent the day with them. Mrs. Geo. Hansen received word Sunday of the serious illness of her mother at Hornbrook, Cal., and left on the bus Monday to be with her for a few days. Chas. Craig and Gerald Hansen spent Sunday at Lake of the Woods. H. S. Leaverton, of Medford, visited at the Glass home Monday. Ralph Glass, who has been at the fur farm near Prospect, visited at the home of his parents Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Irvin Barrows, of Eagle Point, who attend the Brownsboro Sunday school regularly, had with them their daughter, Mrs. Grace Anderson, a missionary from Central America, this week. Mr. and Mrs. Anderson are guests at the Barrows home, and next Sunday Mrs. Anderson will speak for us at the close of Sunday school. All are invited to attend. Medford Mail Tribune, August 13, 1936, page 4 Several Expected at Tucker Lodge
Nion Tucker and son, Nion, Jr., of San Francisco, arrived by train from
the south this morning to continue vacationing at the Tucker summer
home on Rogue River, Rogue's Roost. Mr. and Mrs. Tucker have spent the
greater part of the summer at the lodge, returning south only for short
periods.A large number of guests have been entertained at various times by Mr. and Mrs. Tucker. Expected to arrive sometime this weekend are Col. and Mrs. Max Fleischman, of Glenbrook, Nev. The Fleischmans flew here by private plane Tuesday, and continued to the Umpqua River by motor for a few days' fishing. They will return to be the guests of the Tuckers Sunday or Monday. Also expected as guests of the Tuckers the early part of next week are Mr. and Mrs. Walter Filer, of Burlingame, Cal.; Mrs. Spieker Drum and Mrs. Ferdinand Thieriot, also of Burlingame, and Mr. and Mrs. George T. Cameron and Mr. and Mrs. J. O. Tobin, of the bay district. Medford Mail Tribune, August 14, 1936, page 4 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN, Aug. 14.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Messenger and daughter Velda and
son Harold returned to their home August 6 from a visit to relatives in
Washington.Misses Marjie Nichols and Evelyn Jacks were weekend guests of Irene and Verta Stowell. Mr. and Mrs. Carlyle Natwick and son Tommy spent the weekend at Diamond Lake. Geo. Stowell left August 9 for Olympia, Wash., where he will join Mrs. Stowell, who has been visiting her sister, Mrs. Ethel Milford. Mrs. Claude Sullivan is here from California visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Stowell. Mrs. J. J. Taylor of Needles, Cal., who has been visiting her brother, L. Boren, left Monday to return home. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Williams, who have been staying with her parents, Mr and Mrs. J. E. Stowell, moved to Eagle Point, August 7. Mrs. Ruby Young and Mrs. Laura Boren entertained the Long Mountain Home Circle Wednesday, those present having an enjoyable afternoon. Medford Mail Tribune, August 14, 1936, page 17 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, Aug. 19.--(Spl.)--Sunday school and church services were
well attended Aug. 16. There was no young people's meeting in the
evening, as they gave the time to A. J. Anderson, missionary of Central
America, who brought a most wonderful message. He will have charge of
services Sunday evening, Aug. 23. Everyone is invited.Mr. Anderson is on furlough and is accompanied by his wife and two little daughters, Virginia and Lenora. He is working in the Central American Bible Institute in Guatemala City under auspices of the Central American mission. He gave a splendid outline of the religious situation in Central America in general. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Braack have taken out adoption papers for Frances and Lois Moravet and wish it known that they will be known as Frances and Lois Braack. Bobby Albert is spending a few days with Eldred Jack this week. Priscilla Cox spent the past week visiting Alice Bilderback in Medford. Mr. and Mrs. E. H. Watson of Pacific Grove, Calif., Mr. and Mrs. L. Rittenhouse of Santa Cruz, Calif., close friend of the family, arrived Aug. 10 for a two weeks' vacation visiting relatives and friends. Mr. and Mrs. Watson were residents of the Butte Falls community years ago. They visited Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cowden and son Robert, the two ladies being sisters. Then they motored to Butte Falls, where they visited Mrs. Ella Smith, Mrs. Watson's mother. Wednesday evening they all came back, bringing Mrs. Smith to Mr. Cowden's, then all families included called at the W. R. Lamb home and spent the evening. They and Mr. Lamb were old-time friends of thirty years ago. Mr. Cowden played the violin, he being quite an artist, having played for several months over the radio. Many old songs were sung and many pleasant memories renewed. Mrs. Cowden played with Mr. Cowden on the piano. All left at a late hour after an evening well spent. Thursday they went to Crater Lake, Diamond Lake, and Klamath Falls and visited a brother and family, Mr. and Mrs. Lester Smith and sons. From there they went to Huckleberry Mountain for a few days. Mrs. Watson is a bookkeeper for an automotive shop at Monterey, Calif. Dick Leigh visited David Vestal Aug. 12. Charles Humphrey has the wood in the shed for the coming school year, having received the contract from the school board. Frances Davidson of Eagle Point spent the weekend with her sister and family, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Merritt. Mr. and Mrs. James McDowell and little daughter Marilyn were dinner guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack and family. Grandmother Vestal spent the past week visiting Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Pullen. Mr. Frace, Gordon Schrader, Priscilla and Carl Cox, and Maurice and Evelyn Jack have been picking pears at the Tessitore orchard. Harry Powell has accepted the position of foreman in the electrical shops at the Lava Beds, under the government park service. Mrs. Wilfred Jack spent the past week with Mr. Jack at the siphon; she also spent Friday visiting her niece, Mrs. Ernest Albert, of Butte Falls. Mr. and Mrs. E. D. Jennings, of Dunsmuir, Calif., and their two granddaughters, Lois and Patsy Ruth Jennings, of Hollywood, Calif., were overnight guests of Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb, Aug. 13. Frank Strahan, accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Homer Martin and sons Hollis and Stanley, spent Aug. 16 at Crater Lake. While there they made the drive around the rim road. Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb called at the W. R. Lamb home Sunday evening. Friends of Robert Lamb, their son, will be pleased to hear that he is getting along fine at Schofield barracks in Hawaii. He writes most interesting letters home and sends such beautiful pictures of scenes over there. Leo Rusho spent the weekend with his family on the Crater Lake Highway. Medford Mail Tribune, August 19, 1936, page 15 McLEOD
McLEOD, Aug. 19.--(Spl.)--Among local people helping with the week's
pear harvest are the following: Evelyn Coburn, Erma Glass, Audrey
Collier, Jim Rodgers and son Kenneth, Neville von Stein, Mr. McFarland
and Dale Sawyer. Floyd Collier is again trucking this year. The crop is
somewhat short of last year's though with only about 2 percent culls.Mr. and Mrs. Jory and family are spending their vacation with Mrs. Jory's mother and brother Stewart Weeks. Mr. and Mrs. H. M. von Stein and young sons spent a few days last week at Diamond Lake with the Gandy evangelistic party. Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Lewis, together with Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Brittsan and son Ronald of Medford, spent last weekend at Diamond Lake and Huckleberry Mountain. Little Mary Ann Ohrt is still hopeful of finding her little wired-haired fox terrier dog which disappeared from its home last Saturday. An increased number of campers were seen here during the past weekend. A number of CCC men cleared a fire trail along the state land adjoining the Ohrt property last week. Billy Coburn is recovering nicely from a head injury caused by falling from a tree last week. C. T. Steward and sister, Hazel Roberts, and children Richard and Rosalie and Wallace Ohrt called on the Ohrt family Sunday evening. Howard Hill and mother of Medford were Sunday callers at the Weeks home. Medford Mail Tribune, August 19, 1936, page 15 ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, Aug. 21.--(Spl.)--Antelope Literary Club met August 14. The
Girls' Sub-Deb Club gave a play entitled "Our Cousin from Sweden." It
was enjoyed by all.Antelope school board met August 17. Mrs. Lester Bradshaw spent the weekend at their ranch near Antelope. Mr. Bradshaw is a guard at Lodge Pole for the summer. All were sorry to learn of the serious accident of Miss Katherine Gentner of Medford, and it is hoped that she will soon recover. Miss Gentner is a niece of Mrs. Cecil Culbertson. Mr. and Mrs. Carl von der Hellen and son and daughter were in Medford shopping August 18. Miss Hazel Riggs is spending a few days with her grandmother, Mrs. E. A. Baize, in Medford. Antelope Literary Club held its annual picnic Sunday, August 16, at Dodge bridge. Mrs. Dot Dutton and Mrs. Ruby Riggs visited Mrs. Nell von der Hellen Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Greb and children visited Mr. and Mrs. Ted Fredenberg of Butte Falls Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Art Kent and children, Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Davies and children, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Davies and children spent Sunday, August 16, at Dead Indian Soda Springs. Medford Mail Tribune, August 21, 1936, page 5 EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, Aug. 21.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Pruett of El Centro,
Cal., left last Tuesday for their home after a few days spent in Eagle
Point with Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Perry Mr. Perry is Mrs. Pruitt's father.Mrs. George Phillips was returned to her home in Eagle Point much improved in health after several days spent in a hospital in Medford receiving medical treatment. Mr. and Mrs. Norman McQuoid and daughter Norma, of Oakland, Cal., are guests of Mrs. McQuoid's brother, Wm. Perry, this week. Art Ellison of Portland is also a guest of the Perrys. Foster Greb has bought and moved into the Harry Childers home on the south side of the creek. Mr. and Mrs. Gehrig, formerly of Reese Creek, have moved into one of the George Holmes houses. Floyd Pearce, who underwent an operation on one of his legs in a Portland hospital a short time ago, is getting along nicely and will soon be able to return to his home. Miss Dorothy Vestal of Reese Creek is a house guest of Miss Mary Nichols this week. Don Brittsan, of this place, drove to Sacramento last Saturday, accompanied by Mrs. Eunice Van Fleet and two children, who will visit for a time with her sister, Mrs. Don Brittsan, and her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Brandan of Medford. Mr. and Mrs. C. S. Pulver and two sons, Fred and Jack, of Riverside, Cal., left for their home last Friday after a two weeks' visit with Mrs. Millie Tingleaf and family. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Perry and guests, Mr. and Mrs. Norman McQuoid and Mrs. Art Ellison spent last Wednesday at Crater and Diamond lakes. Miss Ruth Nelson is a guest of the Hendersons this week. The friends of Raymond Furry will be glad to learn that he is recovering nicely from injuries received in an auto accident which he had last week. His car left the road and crashed into a telephone pole on the Crater Lake Highway. Mrs. Earl Meiling of Medford was a business caller in Eagle Point last Tuesday. Herb Perry and crew of men threshed grain at the Roy Stanley ranch Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. P. W. Hotchkiss, daughter Beatrice, and Miss Doris Van Kenlen of Lakeview were weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Stanley. Mrs. Gladys Ray and Mrs. Herb Perry were also callers at the Stanley home Monday evening. The Eagle Point Townsend Club will hold their next meeting Monday evening, August 24 in the Grange hall. It is hoped a large crowd of members will be in attendance, as there will be some important communications and bulletins read. Medford Mail Tribune, August 21, 1936, page 12 TRAIL
TRAIL, Aug. 21.--(Spl.)--The many friends of the Merriman family were
sorry to hear of Mr. Merriman's passing away August 18 at the hospital
in Salem, where he had been confined to his bed for several months. All
extend sympathy to the bereaved family.Mrs. Arlee Ragsdale is ill with flu. Mrs. Mary Burk and son Martin and Macy Hinthorn were shopping in Medford August 17. Guy Merriman of Derby was a weekend guest at the home of his mother here. Miss Geraldine Scott shopped in Medford August 17. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Cusicks and Mrs. Jim Cusicks arrived from Stockton, Calif. Monday to spend the week as house guests of Mr. and Mrs. Irwin Howe. Mr. Cusicks drove his own plane from the Bay City here. Bob Yancey is enjoying horseback riding every day since he purchased the riding pony of Bob Walkner. H.E. Club of Upper Rogue Grange met August 18 at the home of Mrs. Lillian Moore near Prospect. There were 10 members present and one visitor. After a business session a game was played, after which the hostess served melon and fruit punch. Next meeting will be at the home of Minnie Blaess at Trail, September 16.. It was changed from Tuesday, September 15, as that is Officers and Project Leaders Day in Medford for the extension work under Mrs. Mabel Mack's supervision. Mr. and Mrs. K. E. Hutchinson and little daughter Shirley of Klamath Falls were overnight guests at the S. W. Hutchinson home Saturday night. There was a small forest fire along the highway near the Gus Ditsworth place Tuesday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. T. F. Aronson left for their home at Palo Alto Tuesday after spending a week here as guests of Mrs. L. L. Yancey and son Bob. While here they visited both Crater and Diamond lakes and intended visiting the Oregon Caves en route home. Mr. and Mrs. Aronson were very much pleased with Oregon. This was their first visit here but they are hoping to return again next year. Mrs. Eva Segessenman is carrying the mail up Elk Creek for a few days. The many friends of Mrs. Mariah Bennett, who was so badly hurt in an auto accident several weeks ago, will be glad to know she is rapidly recovering and is now able to sit up. Medford Mail Tribune, August 21, 1936, page 15 BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO, Aug. 21.--(Spl.)--There was a good attendance at the
service held at the close of Sunday school this week and all enjoyed
the talk given by Mr. Anderson on his missionary work in Central
America.In honor of Mr. Craig's birthday, Mrs. Craig invited in a few friends Sunday at 12 o'clock for ice cream and cake. Everyone wished Mr. Craig many more happy birthdays. Work has begun on harvesting the tomato crop in Brownsboro, and the first load was taken to the cannery at Ashland Tuesday. Mrs. Fred Bloomingcamp and daughters Marjorie and Berniece, of Hornbrook, Cal., were overnight guests at the home of Mrs. L. J. Rohrer Thursday night of last week Other guests at the Rohrer home Friday were Mr. and Mrs. Ed Dreyer of Little Shasta and Mrs. Henry Stockslager of San Francisco. They also visited at the homes of G. A. and W. M. Hansen. Mrs. H. W. Wright and children attended the play at Antelope last Friday evening. Last Friday evening the Brownsboro Sunday school was invited to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Irvin Barrows in Eagle Point. All who attended spent a very pleasant evening. Delicious refreshments of ice cream and cake were served. Frances Myers spent a few days this week with her friend Lois Wright. Lois accompanied her to her home in Medford and will be a guest of the Myers' until Monday. Mrs. Jack Conger's brother of Medford is spending a week here the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Conger. Medford Mail Tribune, August 21, 1936, page 15 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, Aug. 25.--(Spl.)--We enjoyed a good Sunday school Sunday
morning and a good crowd was in attendance. A. J. Anderson, missionary
from Central America, had charge of the services in the evening. The
young people gave their time to him, and during this period he
displayed some very beautiful souvenirs made by the native Central
American Indians, depicting birds and domestic fowls of vivid hues. Mr.
Anderson brought a splendid message, telling why Paul was not ashamed
of the Lord's gospel. He is a very learned man, and well versed in the
work. He is on a year's furlough. He and Mrs. Anderson and two little
daughters, Virginia and Lenore, left yesterday for New York, where he
will enter school for some time. He will return again before they leave
for Central America.The W.C.T.U. will meet August 27 at the school house. All members and friends are asked to be present. There will be election of new officers. A few ladies of the community gave a shower and welcoming party to Mrs. J. S. Grace August 19. Those present were Mrs. Charles Humphrey, Mrs. Wilfred Jack, Mrs. Wilson Gardner, Mrs. Merle Jack and two sons, Mrs. Ralph Merritt and two children, Mrs. Harry Powell, Mrs. O. P. Rusho and Mrs. W. R. Lamb. Mrs. Ella McCormick, county W.C.T.U. president, is visiting for a while at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cummons. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cowden attended grange August 18. Mrs. Betty Fein recently sold her place to Mr. Green of Los Angeles, who has taken possession. Mr. and Mrs. Gehrig, who had charge of the place, moved to Eagle Point on August 18. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphrey will begin tomorrow to erect a new house. O. L. Bellows has the contract. Charles Cummons and Thos. Sherron have returned from near Medford, where they were picking pears. Mrs. Wilfred Jack and family, their car loaded with a fine birthday dinner, went to where Wilfred Jack is stationed on the Eagle Point irrigation project and helped him celebrate the day. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Hanscom and daughter Genevieve, of near Medford and Mr. and Mrs. L. Mathews and daughter Mary Jane, of Central Point, were visiting at the W. R. Lamb home Sunday. The ladies of the W.C.T.U. held a quilting party at Mrs. Harry Powell's August 18. A covered dish luncheon was served at noon. The quilt will be sent to the children's home at Corvallis. Those present for the day were Mrs. Agnes Moffitt, Mrs. Ella McCormick, Mrs. Charles Cummons, Mrs. C. H. Rusho, Mrs. Vera Rusho, Mrs. Mary Brouse, Mrs. Homer Martin and Stanley, Mrs. Ralph Merritt, Janet and Jimmy, Mrs. Frank Thomas, Mr. Foster, Mr. Cummons, Frances, Lois and John Braack, Miriam Cummons and Mrs. W. R. Lamb. Mrs. Jim King had as guests from Washington her daughter, Mrs. Terry, and daughter and son, for several days last week. Mrs. Scott Boyer has returned from a visit to relatives and friends at Portland. Mr. and Mrs. Boyer moved August 22 to the place formerly owned by the late Mr. Cass, they having sold their place last spring. W. R. Lamb and granddaughter Edna Lamb returned August 20 from a six-day trip to Huckleberry Mountain. They brought home 40 gallons of the delicious berries and report a fine crop of berries and many people there to pick them. In traveling over Jackson County it is wonderful to view the fine crops of fruits, grain, hay, gardens filled with all kinds of garden truck and flowers, stacks of fine alfalfa hay and the large corn fields all remind one that soon we will all say, "The frost is on the pumpkin and the fodder's in the shock," and be thankful we live in good old Oregon. Medford Mail Tribune, August 25, 1936, page 8 MRS. ALICE NICHOLS TAKEN BY DEATH
Mrs. Alice M. Nichols, a resident of Jackson County for the past 40
years, passed away at the home of her niece, Mrs. W. J. Hockenyos, on
Buckshot Hill Road [today's McAndrews Road] at 11 p.m. Wednesday, August 26, at the age of 78.AT RESIDENCE OF NIECE Auntie Nichols, as she was known to hosts of friends, was born at Mendon, Ill., June 8, 1858, and when a young child moved with her parents to Missouri, where she grew to young womanhood and moved back to Illinois, where she resided until 1893 when she moved to Eastern Oregon to make her home. Three years later, in 1896, she came to Medford to make her home with her sister, the late Emma McKeever. Her only son, A. Glen Nichols, enlisted in the aerial division at the beginning of the World War and passed away serving his country. She is survived by four sisters: Mrs. S. K. Loughlin, Mrs. J. McDavitt and Mrs. Sabra Dodson, all of Missouri, and Mrs. Arlie Taylor, Fort Morgan, Colo. Also two nieces and two nephews: Beulah Fletcher, Montague, Calif.; Mrs. W. J. Hockenyos, Medford; O. Emmett McKeever, Fort Klamath, and L. C. McKeever, Hoquiam, Wash. Funeral services will be conducted at the Conger chapel by the Rev. W. R. Baird at 2 p.m. Friday. The remains will be forwarded later in the evening to Portland for cremation. Medford Mail Tribune, August 27, 1936, page 2 TRAIL
TRAIL, Aug. 27.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. L. A. LaDieu started for their
new home at Weiser, Idaho Aug. 19, where Mr. LaDieu will be pastor for
the Christian Advent church. En route they stopped to attend camp
meeting near Portland. Their many friends here are sorry to have them
leave this community, but hope they will like their new location.Mrs. Francis Ash and little granddaughter Ivorene Cushman spent Tuesday visiting her son Howard on Elk Creek. Lee Merriman, who arrived from Watsonville, Calif. on Aug. 20 to attend his father's funeral, is remaining for a two weeks' visit with his mother and brothers. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Harvestead of California, who have spent several weeks vacationing at Sunset on the Rogue, left for their home Aug. 26. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Watson, who spent a few days at home the latter part of last week, have returned to the mountains for another week, hoping the change will be beneficial to Mr. Watson's health. Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Hutchinson of Oakland, Calif. are spending their vacation in one of the Brill cottages near Sunset. Myron Sprague, who spent several days fishing in the Rogue, has gone to Klamath to fish a few days before returning to his home in Palo Alto, Calif. The following persons were dinner guests at the Boyd Tucker home Sunday: Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Burton and son George Jr. and daughter Elizabeth of Klamath Falls; Mrs. Helen McKay and three children and Mrs. Marie Hensley, all of Newport, Ore., and Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Tucker, of Medford. In the afternoon, Mr. and Mrs. John Viveen of Butte Falls and Mr. and Mrs. Mike Tucker and daughter, Mrs. Claire Scott, called at the Tucker home. Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson and Mrs. Lyal Tucker spent 2 days this week gathering berries at Huckleberry Lake. Ed Pence is building a new house near the Wilbur Ragsdale house. Mrs. Rosalie Cusick left for her home at Stockton, Calif., last evening. Miss Wanda Howe accompanied her for a two week's visit. Mrs. Cusick was a house guest of Mrs. Rena Howe during her visit here. Mrs. C. M. Cushman, who has spent her summer vacation on the mountain at the lookout station, will return here in time for the girls to enter school. Medford Mail Tribune, August 27, 1936, page 3 BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO, Aug. 28.--(Spl.)--On Thursday of last week L. Dyer of
Medford spent a pleasant day visiting his old Montana friends, Mr. and
Mrs. H. W. Wright.Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Hard and children of Applegate were guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Maxfield Saturday. Mrs. Elizabeth Grissom, mother of Mrs. Maxfield, is now a guest at the Maxfield home. Bill Swain came down from Crater Lake and spent last Sunday at home. Claus Charley spent a few days last week on a business trip to Klamath Falls. Jesse Glass motored to the fur farm at Prospect one day last week and visited with his son Ralph, who is employed there. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Brown spent Wednesday evening at Medford visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Dallaire. Visitors at the Maxfield home during the past week were Mrs. Elizabeth Grissom of Climax for several days and Al Coe of Klamath Falls on Thursday. Mrs. Grissom and daughter of Idaho also spent a short time with their sister-in-law and aunt on Tuesday. Medford Mail Tribune, August 28, 1936, page 15 ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, Aug. 28.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Ina Stanley, Mrs. Rader and Jerry
Bellows returned August 24 from a week's stay on the coast.Mr. and Mrs. Bill Bigham and daughters returned home from Lodgepole August 25, where they had been vacationing for a few days. Mrs. Katharine Earl and daughters of Medford visited Mr. and Mrs. Carl von der Hellen Sunday. George Wilkerson of Nebraska has been spending a few days with his niece, Mrs. Dot Dutton. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Dutton of Idaho arrived by motor August 24 to spend a few days with Mr. and Mrs. Fred Dutton. Mrs. J. W. McKinney of Hemet, Cal., is spending a few days with her daughter, Mrs. B. E. Baize, and family. Mr. and Mrs. B. K. Riggs had as their house guests over the weekend Mr. and Mrs. Julius Hammond and children and Mrs. G. P. Archer and daughter of Corcoran, Calif. Mr. Hammond is associated with the Boswell company of Corcoran. Mr. Riggs was formerly associated with the Boswell company for several years. Bill Wattenberg spent the weekend at Crescent City. Mrs. Frank Seymour was an overnight guest of Mrs. Sarah Riley August 17. Mr. and Mrs. Bill White spent the weekend at Lodgepole with Mr. and Mrs. Lester Bradshaw. Hollis Burton and Earl and Arlin Millard are picking their tomatoes for the cannery this week. There have been quite a few visitors from various states in the Antelope district this past month. All of them speak highly of the wonderful scenery of Oregon and they also plan to return to Oregon next year for their vacation. Mrs. Dorothy Lindsay visited her husband, Bob Lindsay, at Wagner Butte August 24. Mrs. Dot Dutton and Ruby Riggs visited Mrs. Sarah Riley August 26. Mrs. June Burton and sons and Mrs. Nell von der Hellen and son Jim went to Brownsboro and gathered blackberries August 26. Mrs. Sarah Riley and Ruby Riggs will entertain the Ladies' Social Club September 16 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Tom Riley. Mr. and Mrs. Wallace McDowell and Mr. and Mrs. Jim McDowell and daughter spent Sunday with Mr. Jack near Butte Falls, the occasion being Mr. Jack's birthday. Mrs. Jim McDowell baked a lovely birthday cake. Mr. and Mrs. Roland Allen and Mr. and Mrs. Joe Arens and children were in Medford shopping Monday. Medford Mail Tribune, August 28, 1936, page 15 New Reese Creek Mission Dedicated in All-Day Meet
Dedication of the new Reese Creek Gospel Mission took place last
Sunday, with Capt. George Durham, of the Salvation Army, presiding at
the ceremonies. Between 75 and 85 persons gathered for the all-day
meeting with a basket lunch being served at noon. Also speaking to the
assembly were Rev. and Mrs. Roland Rice, missionaries to China and
representatives of the Oriental Missionary Society. They spoke during
morning, evening and young people's services, with Captain Durham
delivering the main address during the afternoon.Eleven young people dedicated their lives to Christ's service during the day. Schedule for today's services are as follows: Sunday school, 10 a.m.; preaching at 11 a.m.; young people, 7:30 p.m.; preaching, 8:15 p.m. Rev. H. H. Powell is pastor of the church. Medford Mail Tribune, August 30, 1936, page 11 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, Sept. 1.--(Spl.)--Sunday school and church services were
well attended Sunday at the school house. In the morning Mrs. Kingery
and daughter, Mrs. Peters, and Mrs. Lois Adamson and four children were
all out from Eagle Point to attend Sunday school. In the evening Mr.
Stille from Shady Cove had charge of the services and preached a fine
sermon. Next Sunday Reverend D. D. Randall, American Union missionary,
will be here and preach in the evening. All are welcome to come and
worship.Mr. and Mrs. George Barney and two children of Cottage Grove arrived August 22 for a week's visit with Mrs. Barney's uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Charley Humphrey. Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Gardner and son Maynard left Tuesday for Huckleberry Mountain and returned Sunday with a nice lot of berries. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Merritt, Janet and Jimmy enjoyed a picnic dinner Sunday at Casey's Camp, later going on up Rogue River to visit Mr. Merritt's sister and family, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Cearly. Mrs. Thomas Pullen is on the sick list for a few days. Mrs. Edward Cowden's brother and family, Mr. and Mrs. Lester Smith and two children were overnight guests August 29. Mrs. Cowden accompanied them to the huckleberry patch for the weekend. Wilson Gardner and son Maynard were business callers in Eagle Point Monday forenoon. Reese Creek W.C.T.U. held a very interesting meeting at the school house August 27. Election of officers was held, and the following were elected for the coming year: President, Mrs. Georgia Cummons, re-elected; vice-president, Mrs. Mary Brouse; recording secretary, Mrs. W. R. Lamb, re-elected; corresponding secretary, Mrs. Ida Martin; treasurer, Mrs. Lulu Powell. County President Mrs. Ella McCormick was present for the meeting. Mrs. Vera Rush gave a lesson on the study of alcohol. Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Bellows spent the past week at Huckleberry Mountain. Everyone has been having very good success this year. Mr. and Mrs. Earl McFall and four children, Donna, Russell, Shirley Ann and Patsy Ruth, and Mr. and Mrs. Richard Flynn and daughter Christine, and George McKay, all from Tule Lake, Calif., were overnight guests at the W. R. Lamb home Friday. They had been camping at Huckleberry Mountain and had a large truck carrying a lot of camp equipment with them. They picked and canned over 200 quarts of berries. They have 115 acres of potatoes that will soon be ready to harvest and expect at least twenty thousand sacks of potatoes. Homer Martin and W. R. Lamb are putting up the hay for Ralph Merritt. Reese Creek school house and grounds are being put in readiness for the beginning of the school year next week. A new pressure water system has been installed and water fountains installed for each room. Medford Mail Tribune, September 1, 1936, page 11 LONG MOUNTAIN PUPILS WILL GO TO E. P. SCHOOL
LONG MOUNTAIN, Sept. 2.--(Spl.)--A special meeting of the Long Mountain
school district was recently called, and it was decided to send the
Long Mountain pupils to the Eagle Point school this year.Medford Mail Tribune, September 2, 1936, page 6 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN, Sept. 3.--(Spl.)--Mrs. M. L. Pruitt returned from
Holcomb Springs Sunday, where she has been taking treatments.Mr. and Mrs. George Stowell and sister, Mrs. Ethel Milford, motored to Dead Indian Soda Springs Sunday. Mrs. Grace Cowden from Reese Creek and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Harnish and daughter Helen were recent visitors at the Nick Young home. Mrs. Eva Nichols and Glenn Ferrell were Monday evening visitors of Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Stowell. Mr. and Mrs. Nick Young and Mrs. Young's sister, Alice Selo, Mr. and Mrs. Howard Short and Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Stowell and daughter, Bonnie Jean, all motored to the Oregon Caves Sunday. Rolando Menegat, from Lakeside, Oregon, who has been visiting his sister, Mrs. Delbert Mangold, left Tuesday for his home. Mr. Bull, Mr. Williams and Mr. Riley, from Santa Barbara, Calif., were staying at the Bishop cabin on Rogue River during last week, leaving Sunday. Medford Mail Tribune, September 3, 1936, page 11 EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, Sept. 4.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Carlton and
children of Prospect visited with Mrs. Carlton's parents, Mr. and Mrs.
John Miller of Eagle Point Wednesday of this week.Vance Pearce, who has been stationed at Butte Falls, employed by the Forest Service through the summer, is spending a few days with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Pearce of this place. Mrs. Don Brittsan and two children and her sister, Mrs. Eunice Van Fleet, and children are spending this week at Crescent City. Mr. Brittsan expects to go over there next Sunday to bring them home. Mrs. Olive Warren of Medford was a visitor at the Putman home last Sunday. Mrs. Jacob Fry and brother Frank Shinn, former residents of Eagle Point but recently of Yreka, Calif., were guests of Mr. and Mrs. O. E. Henderson from Monday evening until Wednesday morning, when they left for Powers, Ore., where Mr. and Mrs. Fry have purchased a small place and will make their home. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Young, two children, Dorothy and Billy, and Mr. Young's mother spent last Sunday at Fish Lake. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Putman are expecting Mr. and Mrs. Clark Forney of Eugene next Friday for a few days' visit. Mrs. Forney is a cousin of Mrs. Putman. Mrs. Roy Stanley and son Bertland drove down to San Francisco last Friday on business, returning Sunday evening. Bertland left again Monday morning for San Mateo, Cal., where he will attend junior college this winter and will also study aviation. Joe Worthington was a business caller in the Eagle Point community Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Philip Hannaford are receiving congratulations on the birth of a daughter at a Medford hospital Tuesday evening. Mother and baby are getting along nicely. Mrs. Raymond Lathrop and son of Grants Pass were callers on Mrs. Fred Farlow of the Oasis beauty salon last Saturday. Mrs. Elizabeth Parrot and nephew and Mrs. Ana Haggy and daughter, all of Newberg, Ore., were visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Ashpole Tuesday evening, they being aunts and cousins of Roy. Mr. and Mrs. Percy Haley left the latter part of last week on a vacation to Astoria, Portland and Eugene and will visit relatives and friends along the way. R. Kissling and daughter, former residents of the Antelope district but now of Portland, were overnight guests of Mrs. Emma Rader last Monday night while on their way to California to visit other friends. Mrs. Grace Cowden of Reese Creek and daughter, Mrs. Gladys Ragsdale of Medford, were callers at the Henderson home last Friday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Perry will leave this Friday on a trip to the Yellowstone park and other points of interest along the way. They also expect to attend the rodeo at Lakeview the 5th, 6th and 7th of this month as they go. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Ashpole and Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Pettegrew spent last Sunday picking huckleberries at Huckleberry Lake, each couple getting two gallons. Miss Ruth Nelson went to Portland last Monday for a few days' visit with relatives there. Mrs. Orville Henderson and guest, Mrs. Jacob Fry, drove to Jacksonville Tuesday and spent the day with Mrs. Henderson's mother, Mrs. R. A. Smith, and sister, Mrs. John Norris. Mrs. W. C. Clements and Mrs. Frank Brown spent the day Tuesday shopping in Medford. Mr. and Mrs. Robt. LaRocque, former residents of Eagle Point, have leased and moved into the place formerly known as Fulton's service station a few miles north of Eagle Point on the Crater Lake Highway. Their friends are hoping for their success in their new business. Medford Mail Tribune, September 4, 1936, page 17 TRAIL
TRAIL, Sept. 4.--(Spl.)--Mrs. L. L. Yancey, assisted by Mrs. S. W.
Hutchinson, entertained friends at the home of the latter, Tuesday
afternoon. Those present were Mesdames Helen Casper of Medford, Louis
Fitzsimmons of Pomeroy, Wash., Francis Ash, Alma Merriman, Eva
Segessenman and Lyal Tucker. After a social afternoon, ice cream and
cake were served.Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Watson returned home from the mountains Tuesday evening. Miss Inez Burk plans to go to Canyonville this weekend where she will attend school this year. Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Fitzsimmons and baby of Pomeroy, Wash., are house guests at the S. W. Hutchinson home. Vernon is a nephew of Mrs. Hutchinson. Mrs. Alma Merriman and sons Ray and Lee spent a part of Tuesday in Medford. In the evening, accompanied by Mrs. Helen Casper and Ella Yancey, they attended the show. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Goesel of Palo Alto and Mr. and Mrs. Walter Young, Glendale, Cal., returned to their respective homes last week after spending several weeks at Sunset on the Rogue, vacationing. School starts Tuesday. September 8, at Trail, with Mrs. Newton as teacher. Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Blaess are enjoying the new car they purchased last week. The Upper Rogue Grange is planning an open meeting with homemade ice cream and cake tonight. Everyone is invited Mrs. L. L. Yancey and son Bob and Mrs. Alma Merriman and sons Ray and Lee, and Mrs. Lyal Tucker were dinner guests at the S. W. Hutchinson home Sunday. Mrs. M. Gilhousen and sister, Miss Rennie, left for Glendale, Cal., Tuesday, where they will spend the winter. Medford Mail Tribune, September 4, 1936, page 17 McLEOD SCHOOL IN OLD BUILDING
McLEOD, Sept. 5.--(Spl.)--School children of the Laurelhurst and Elk
Creek school district will again take up their studies tomorrow in the
old building, plans for a new one having been indefinitely postponed.
Pupils of the Hatchery district, who last year went to school at Shady
Cove, will be consolidated with the Laurelhurst and Elk Creek district.
Miss Gynell Powell, of Medford, has been hired as teacher.The new consolidated school board of the three districts has been working on projected plans for a new building, but encountered difficulties traced to increased building costs and red tape which will delay construction of a new school for an indefinite period, it has been announced. Dale Sawyer has been retained as driver of the school bus used last year, and the Elk Creek children will be transported in a new bus recently purchased by the board. Medford Mail Tribune, September 6, 1936, page 4 ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, Sept. 7.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Erickson of Tigard,
Ore., were luncheon guests of Mr. and Mrs. Harve Stanley August 28.
Mrs. Erickson taught the Antelope school for several years. Mr.
Erickson will teach at Tigard, Ore., this year. Mrs. Erickson called on
several of her former pupils while here.Antelope school began today. There are 21 pupils enrolled. Mr. and Mrs. B. E. Baize and children and Mrs. J. W. McKinney were luncheon guests of Mr. and Mrs. Bill White August 30. Newton Allen was taken seriously ill August 29. He was rushed to the Community Hospital August 30, and is a little improved at this writing, although he is still under the care of a Medford doctor. Everyone wishes him a speedy recovery. Jim Lawrence was seriously injured September 1 while logging. He was badly crushed through the back and pelvic region. It is hoped that he will soon recover. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hatlett had their Ladino clover seed threshed September 1. Antelope Literary Club will meet September 11. A program is being arranged by the committee, Mesdames Alva McDowell, Signa Day, Ina Stanley. Watermelon will be sold at a small cost during the evening. Everyone is welcome. Mrs. Louisa Greb returned home August 28 from near Klamath Falls. Mrs. Greb has spent most of the summer with her daughter. Clara Mae Bigham is spending a few days with Mr. and Mrs. Jim Kneeland of Medford. Medford Mail Tribune, September 7, 1936, page 2 McLEOD
McLEOD, Sept. 7.--(Spl.)--Clifford Collier underwent an operation on
his knee recently, due to cartilage injury while working at Klamath
Falls last winter. He is receiving medical care at Klamath Falls
hospital. Mrs. Collier and sons Benny and Jimmy and Burton Train
visited him Sunday and report that he is recovering nicely.The Upper Rogue Grange held a rally meeting Thursday evening which was enjoyed by many. The membership is much encouraged over the possibilities of getting their Grange hall built very soon. Chas Weber is enjoying a visit from his only daughter and husband, who are here from California. Frank Netherland fell on a log while working in the timber near Butte Falls recently. Not realizing the extent of his injury, he continued his work for several hours. A medical examination later revealed 6 broken ribs, and Mr. Netherland was obliged to lay off and is recovering at the home of his sister, Mrs. Clement, near Medford. His many McLeod friends wish him a speedy recovery and hope he may fulfill his plans to build a fine modern home on the river bank in the near future. Mr. and Mrs. Percy Mullen and children, Bruce and Phyllis of Yreka, were guests at the Arthur Mullen home last week. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Rodger and son Cecil were shopping in Medford Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Alworth spent August 30 in Medford. We are sorry that some of our neighbors have been missing chickens and turkeys lately. Among ourselves we often express a pride in the quality of our citizenry and trust it will not be necessary to watch our poultry flocks with a shotgun. Betty and Billy Coleman left by train Sunday for their home in Washington to begin school next week. Mrs. Coburn will remain here until the pear harvest is over at Week's orchard. Leo Hoag and mother have traded their old family car for a better one. Medford Mail Tribune, September 7, 1936, page 2 WATERWORKS FOR EAGLE PT. GIVEN APPROVAL OF WPA
A telegram to the Mail Tribune
today from C. C. Hockley, state director for the PWA, announced
approval of allotment for the waterworks project at Eagle Point. The
telegram follows:Project to Cost Total of $16,364--Government to Grant $7,364-- Must Submit Complete Plans. "We have today received from Washington approval of allotment for waterworks project number Oregon 1008 located at Eagle Point. This approval is for grant of $7365 and anticipates a total cost for the project of $16,364. It will be necessary to present as soon as possible completed plans, specifications and estimates after which this project will be advertised for bids which will be opened publicly. Contract will then be let to lowest responsible bidder whose bid was properly received at the opening. "C. C. Hockley, state director." ----
WASHINGTON, Sept. 8.--(AP)--Allotments by the Public Works
Administration today included the following projects, covered by grants
unless otherwise specified:Oregon--Eagle Point, waterworks, $7,364; Oakridge, bridge, $11,564; Bend, auditorium and gymnasium, $11,430; Brookings, school, grant, $16,757, loan, $5,100; North Powder, auditorium and gymnasium, $9,000. Medford Mail Tribune, September 8, 1936, page 1 BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO, Sept. 8.--(Spl.)--Dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Jack
Conger, August 30, were Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Kinsley of San Bernardino,
Cal., Mr. and Mrs. Walter Frick of Eagle Point, Mr. and Mrs. Chas.
Nahas and son and daughter of Medford, Mrs. Bill Cummings of Central
Point and Ted Roberts of Applegate.Chas. Stanley accompanied Mr. and Mrs. Damon to Klamath Falls Monday of last week to represent the 4-H Club. Don Jorgenson, Aubrey Barnum and Glen Marshall spent Sunday of last week at Weed, Cal. Miss Gertrude Bloomingcamp of Hornbrook, Cal., and Miss Pearl Rawhausser of Medford were guests Sunday at the home of Mrs. L. J. Rohrer and Louis Rohrer. Mildred Hansen was a guest at the Esch home in Eagle Point Sunday evening and also attended church services in Medford. School opened Monday with a larger attendance than last year, and with Miss Julia Sidley as teacher. The children were much pleased with the result of their 4-H Club work. Billy Wright and Evelyn Culbertson were awarded first prize in the county for their work; Margaret Henry, Loraine Blaess and Clarence Hayward second, and Elmer Blaess and Allen Henry third. Mrs. Ruth Conklin and mother, Mrs. B. M. Marshall, and Walt McKee of Tacoma, Wash., are spending a few days at the H. W. Wright home. Mrs. Marshall is Mr. Wright's sister. Bill Swain, who is painting at the Crater Lake Lodge, came home for Labor Day. Glenn Terrill of Klamath Falls spent Labor Day with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Terrill. Medford Mail Tribune, September 8, 1936, page 11 SHADY COVE YOUTHS HELD FOR OKLAHOMA
Waldo Green, 21, and Morris Green, 23, charged with first-degree arson
by Oklahoma authorities, were arrested by the sheriff's office last
night at the home of their parents near Shady Cove on Rogue River.ON ARSON CHARGES A fugitive warrant will be issued by the district attorney today. The brothers according to the sheriff's office have signed extradition waivers. The arrests were made by Deputy Herb Moore. The brothers have been in this vicinity but a short time. Morris, an auto mechanic, secured employment in an Eagle Point garage Monday, and worked one day, according to the sheriff. The sheriff's office states that information received by them indicated Morris Green had a police record in Oklahoma. The warrant charges the two brothers with complicity in setting fire to a country store near Bartlesville, Okla., in which three women were sleeping, as the outgrowth of a neighborhood feud. A letter received from the sheriff at Bartlesville, Okla., avers the brothers did not actually set the fire, but had guilty knowledge of the alleged plot to burn the building. Medford Mail Tribune, September 9, 1936, page 1 BEARS APPEAR IN McLEOD VICINITY
McLEOD, Sept. 9.--(Spl.)--The untrammeled wilderness of the West of the
dime novel has not entirely disappeared, at least not on the banks of
Rogue River, where bear stories threaten to supersede tales of
fishermen. On returning after a hike Monday morning, Mr. and Mrs. N. F.
Ohrt sighted what they first thought to be a black dog, but upon closer
inspection discovered the animal to be a cub bear, enjoying a leisurely
ramble near their home. A passing car of tourists stopped and its
occupants were considerably thrilled at the sight, Mr. and Mrs. Ohrt
report.Bill Thomas reports a similar encounter while working on his irrigation ditch recently. This animal, however, was not only full-grown but of decidedly unfriendly disposition, Thomas reported, and he and his dog hastily retreated, Bill deciding ditch cleaning could wait until some more auspicious moment. Medford Mail Tribune, September 9, 1936, page 5 McLEOD
McLEOD, Sept. 9.--(Spl.)--Many
tourists spent their double holidays here over the past weekend.
Fishing is reported good.Sorters at the Weeks' packing house were in a high state of consternation Monday when Dale Sawyer, who works at the receiving end of the washer, called their attention to numerous extra fancy pears coming through showing prominent bird pecks. Upon investigation, a very distressed bird was discovered trapped in the washer. Mr. Sawyer, who is an authority on bird culture, recognized the prisoner as a wanga-wanga bird, which had been discouraged from the orchard by super-marksman Chas. Manning. The incident was highly enjoyed by the entire packing house crew, especially the sorters who are now curious to learn more about this particular species of the bird family. The Laurelhurst school opened Monday with an enrollment of 20 pupils, 11 of whom are transported from the former Hatchery district. Miss Powell, recently from Montana, is teaching, and makes her home with Mr. and Mrs. Dale Sawyer. Mrs. Frank Pettegrew is ill at the home of her mother. The little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Cearley had her tonsils removed last week. Neville von Stein spent Sunday with Medford friends. Mr. and Mrs. Hobart Ditsworth and family spent their vacation with relatives at Applegate. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Stearns have returned from Diamond Lake, and Carl is trucking for Mr. Chamberlain on Elk Creek. Mrs. Frank Clement and daughter Gloria returned last week to their home in Pasadena after spending the summer at Casey's Camp. W. H. Hess and mother have returned to California after a summer's vacation at their McLeod home. Mr. and Mrs. Boardman and family of Talent were Sunday visitors at the Tom Rodgers home. Ethel Tullis, Lois Glass and Cecil Rodgers went to Butte Falls Monday, where they will attend high school. Roy Vaughn is transporting Laurelhurst High School students to the Carlton ranch, where they meet the Prospect bus. Several of our high school students are still working in the fruit harvest. James Thomas returned from Medford Saturday and will work on the Glass ranch this fall. Medford Mail Tribune, September 9, 1936, page 9 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, Sept. 10.--(Spl.)--Reese Creek school opened Monday, with
W. H. Vimont in charge of the four higher grades and Eulia Minter in
charge of the four lower grades. Several new pupils were enrolled this
year, quite a number in the primary grades. There are 25 pupils in Mr.
Vimont's room and 19 pupils in Eulia Minter's room.The entire community extends most sincere sympathy to W. B. Mynatt and family for the loss of their beloved wife and mother, Mrs. Sarah J. Mynatt. Rev. Harry Powell returned home from the Lava Beds Friday to have charge of the services, which were held in Medford, Saturday at 2:30, at the Conger chapel. Interment took place at Antioch cemetery. The usual services were held Sunday, Sunday school in the morning, with a good crowd. For young people's meeting in the evening, Rev. D. D. Randall and wife were present. Maurice Jack had charge of the devotional period. Brother Randall appointed new officers for the Young People's Society: Barbara Kelley was appointed president; Gladys Rusho, vice-president; Beth Cingcade, pianist. Mr. Randall preached a fine sermon. Everyone is always glad to have him with us. Maurice Jack left Monday, in company with a party from the Lake Creek community, for Los Angeles to attend Bible Institute. They went by motor. Maurice will be gone at least a year and we wish him godspeed in his work, and feel proud that this Reese Creek American Sunday school has been instrumental in shaping his life for the work he has taken up. He certainly will be missed in the Sunday school work. Those attending the bi-county W.C.T.U. convention held in Medford last Thursday from here were Mrs. Georgia Cummons, Mrs. Ella McCormick, Mrs. Mary Brouse, Mrs. Ida Martin and Mrs. Lulu Powell. Mrs. Agnes Moffitt was quite ill at her home with a bad attack of heart trouble recently. We hope she will soon be up again. Mr. and Mrs. John Laden were dinner guests August 30 of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphrey. Other guests during the day were Mr. and Mrs. Charles Elliott and Mr. Elliott's mother and Mrs. Winnie McIntyre, Mrs. Charles Roadarmel and Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Hatfield of Ashland. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Humphrey were visiting Mr. and Mrs. Claude Waddell, as were also Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphrey, August 31. Tom Lamb and his daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Holmes, all of Talent, were calling at the W. R. Lamb home September 2. Tom and W. R. Lamb are brothers. Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Gardner and sons Maynard and LeRoy have moved to Klamath Falls to make their home, leaving Sunday. They bought a home there. We are sorry to lose the Gardner family, but wish them much success in their new home. Mr. and Mrs. J. O. VanSlack of Medford, aunt and uncle of Ralph Merritt, visited Sunday afternoon with Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Merritt and family. Mr. and Mrs. Robert La Rocque, formerly of Eagle Point, have leased and moved to the Big Oak service station, owned by Mr. and Mrs. Fulton, former residents here who now live in San Diego, Cal. Mrs. Fulton was here a few days last week, leaving September 2. Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Bellinger and two daughters, Kathryn Yvonne and Marlene Elizabeth, arrived September 4 from Seattle, for a visit with Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb. Mr. Bellinger is an adopted son of Mrs. Lamb. It is their first visit here for over eight years. They returned Sunday. Friday, this section was visited by quite a severe electrical storm, accompanied by a very severe wind and rain that fell in torrents between 4 and 5 o'clock in the afternoon, doing some damage to corn fields and gardens. Mr. and Mrs. I. B. Hobbs and two sons from Riverside, Cal., have bought the place formerly owned by Paul Strahn. They built an addition to the house and are fixing up the place in general. Their son Lee will enter high school at Eagle Point. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Cook and family from Talent have moved to the Scott Boyer place. They have three children for school, two boys and a girl. Medford Mail Tribune, September 10, 1936, page 9 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN, Sept. 11.--(Spl.)--Long Mountain Home Circle club met at
Mrs. Ruth Natwick's September 9. Members present were Mrs. May Stowell,
Mrs. Lena Stowell and the hostess. Visitors were Mrs. Lottie Van
Scoyoc, Mrs. Eva Nichols, and Mrs. Ethel Melford. All reported a good
time.Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Mangold of this community are the proud parents of an 8½-pound boy. Mrs. Mangold and little Lawrence Russell are at the Community Hospital in Medford. Miss June Stowell, who has been visiting in California, returned home September 6. Mr. and Mrs. Harold VanScoy and children Bobby and Nedra were Sunday visitors of Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Stowell. Mrs. I. W. Pruitt and daughter and grandson were Sunday visitors of Mrs. L. Pruitt. Mrs. L. Pruitt and son Guy were visitors at her daughter's, Mrs. Stanley, of Lake Creek, September 9. Mrs. Laura Boren has been ill but is better. Medford Mail Tribune, September 11, 1936, page 11 TRAIL
TRAIL, Sept. 11.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Segessenman entertained
the following guests over the weekend and Labor Day: Mr. and Mrs. Wm.
Roach and family, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Hill, Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Collier,
all of Marshfield; Mr. and Mrs. Ed Vossen and daughter Adeline and son
Earle and Miss Gertrude Moran, all of Eugene, and Miss Ella Peterson,
of Portland. Mr. Roach and Mrs. Vossen are brother and sister of Mrs.
Segessenman.L. L. Yancey arrived here Saturday morning from his home at Palo Alto and returned home Monday, accompanied by his wife and son Bob, who had been spending the summer in their cottage here. Mrs. Wisdon, an old friend of the family, accompanied Mr. Yancey and returned with them. Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Cushman and children visited with Mr. and Mrs. Wilmer Ragsdale Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Claud Payton of Shady Cove tried out their newly acquired car by driving to Union Creek for dinner Sunday and over on the Redwood Highway September 7. Albert Johnson, who had the misfortune to get his leg badly crushed in the woods last week, is doing as well as could be expected. Vern Paxton is working in Albert's place while he is laid up. Mr. and Mrs. P. J. MacAbee drove to Phoenix for dinner Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Fitzsimmons left for Klamath Falls for a day's visit after visiting at the home of Vernon's aunt, Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson, for ten days. They expect to return to their home at Pomeroy the last of the week, going by The Dalles-California highway. En route they will visit relatives at Walla Walla, Wash. Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Blaess and Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Segessenman left for the Pendleton Roundup this morning. Miss Lena Zimmerlee will look after the Blaess store in their absence, and little Mary Segessenman will stay with Mrs. Fisher in Medford while her parents are away. Mr. and Mrs. Irwin Howe drove to Red Bluff over the weekend and returned home Monday evening accompanied by their daughter, Wanda, who had been visiting in California. Lee Merriman is spending a few days in Medford visiting. Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson and her house guests, Mr. and Mrs. Fitzsimmons, drove to Grants Pass Tuesday and visited friends. Medford Mail Tribune, September 11, 1936, page 23 TRAIL RESIDENT FACING HEARING
R. A. Dorf, Trail district resident charged with illegally setting fire
to slashings, was scheduled to appear in justice court today for
hearing. Dorf has under consideration requesting a change of venue from
Justice W. R. Coleman's court.Paul B. Lowry of Medford, and Fred H. Gracey of Ashland, both 16 years old, charged with non-possession of a driver's license, were each assessed $1 and costs. James S. Gracey, 60, of Ashland, charged with improper license plates, was fined the same by Justice Coleman. Horace Huckins, milk wagon driver charged with speeding a vehicle on the Pacific Highway, was fined $5 and costs. Myron M. Downey of Gold Hill, charged with speeding a truck, was fined the same. Rube W. Miller, charged with operating a trailer with improper license plates, was fined $5 and costs. Race horses were being transferred in the trailer to the south, and the Miller auto bore Arizona plates. Medford Mail Tribune, September 14, 1936, page 8 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, Sept. 15.--(Spl.)--Reese Creek American school was very
pleasantly surprised when D. D. Randall and his brother Ray came and
had charge of the Sunday school and church services. They were also
present in the evening and helped with services, thus supplying us with
a most wonderful day.Mrs. Lillian Tracy of Arizona spent last week visiting Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Powell. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cingcade entertained with a farewell party for Maurice Jack, September 3. The evening was spent in games and general farewell talks, after which refreshments were served. Verna and Beth Cingcade had charge of affairs. Those enjoying their hospitality were Burrel Wyant, Fern Wyant, John Short, Carl Short, Clyde Grissom, Joyce Grissom, Lester Stinson, Billie Holloway, Frances Myers, Almeta Day, Frances Beck, Jean Beck, Hazel Riggs, Marine Yorton, Darrell Stanley, Loren Chitwood, Helen Kent, Edison Crandall, Margaret Spitzer, Amy Grissom, Dorothy Christiani, Wilbur Christiani, Dennie Jerome, Waltomore Caster, Mashal Caster, Maurice Jack, Gladys Rusho, Tresa Albonica, Stewart Shearin, Donell Koenig, Evelyn Jack, Glen Unger, Thomas Shearin, Charles Rusho, Charles Cummons, Barbara Kelly, Wendell Goble, Max Goble, Mildred Hanson, Lois Wright. The hard rain and wind last Friday blew H. Ball's new barn down, leaving the hay exposed to the rain. Claude Waddell started his hay baler last Friday, beginning for Mrs. Frances Campbell, near Eagle Point. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Merritt, Janet and Jenny, were Medford and Central Point visitors Sunday. Reese Creek Youth Temperauce Council was organized at the Reese Creek Gospel Missionchurch, Sunday. September 6, at 2 p.m., by Mrs. Charles Cummons, local W.C.T.U. president, with the following ten charter members pledged: Tresa Albonica, John Albonica, John Braack, Teddy Boren, Doris Bellows, Stewart Shearin, Frances Braack, Donell Koenig and Miriam Cummons. Mrs. H. H. Powell was appointed director of the organization. Officers chosen were: President, Frances Braack; vice-president, Doris Bellows; corresponding secretary, Donell Koenig; recording secretary and treasurer, Miriam Cummons. This locality was visited with a fine rain most all day Sunday. Reese Creek will have at least 10 high school students this year. It seemed good to see the school bus again to take them to Eagle Point High School. Saturday evening the Reese Creek Youth Temperance Council and a few neighbors met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Powell. After the young folks held their meeting, a watermelon feast was enjoyed by all present. September 11 was a double wedding anniversary for Mr. and Mrs. Fred Lewis on Butte Falls highway and Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb, who entertained with a chicken dinner at their home on Reese Creek. Medford Mail Tribune, September 15, 1936, page 9 THOMAS W. CINGCADE OF EAGLE POINT PASSES
Thomas W. Cingcade, 57, a resident
of the Eagle Point district for over 50 years, passed away early this
morning.Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 2:30 in the Conger chapel, with the Rev. Stille officiating. A complete obituary will appear in the Mail Tribune at a later date. Medford Mail Tribune, September 16, 1936, page 1 Eagle Pt. Schools Start Week Late
EAGLE POINT, Sept. 17.--(Spl.)--Beginning a week later than most
schools in the county, Eagle Point school opened Monday morning of this
week. New teachers are: Miss Melba Day of Portland, high school; Miss
Maxine Pottenger of Medford, intermediate grades; and Miss Dorothy
Price of Klamath Falls, primary.Ray Neugart, Miss Yetta Olson and Clarence Davies were all rehired from last year. Medford Mail Tribune, September 17, 1936, page 3 THOMAS CINGCADE FUNERAL FRIDAY
Thomas W. Cingcade was born in Mono County, California. December 23,
1878, and passed away at a local hospital Wednesday morning at the age
of 57. He came to Jackson County with his parents over fifty years ago
and had resided at Eagle Point all of that time. He was the son of the
late David and Mary Cingcade and was well known throughout Southern
Oregon.Besides his wife, Lottie Cingcade, he leaves two sons: Lloyd of Butte Falls and Lyle of Eagle Point. Also two brothers and one sister: Chas. Cingcade and Ed of Eagle Point, and Mrs. Hattie Singewald, Berkeley, Calif. Funeral services will be held at the Conger chapel at 2:30 Friday with Rev. Stille officiating. Interment will be in the Central Point cemetery. Medford Mail Tribune, September 17, 1936, page 5 E.P. SCOUTS MAKE TRIP TO SEACOAST
EAGLE POINT, Sept. 17.--(Spl.)--Troop No. 18 of Eagle Point, headed by
Scoutmaster Gerald Cook and accompanied by Theron Taylor, last Sunday
made an overnight trip to Crescent City, Cal. Many of the scouts were
on their first trip away from home, saw redwood trees for the first
time, and were delighted with saltwater fishing, although one of them
stated they would have had more fish to eat had they "devoured their
bait."The trip was made in a truck donated by Don Brittsan of Eagle Point, the squad leaving here before daylight. They spent the first day in cooking their own meals, fishing, swimming and other pastimes. The second day was spent in much the same way, with the crew starting back at mid-afternoon. Two stops were made on the return journey, one to see the redwoods at Smith Grove, and one to swim in Smith River. It was at Smith River that the evening meal was cooked, each scout building his own fire. Medford Mail Tribune, September 17, 1936, page 6 REESE CREEK MISSION PLANS ALL-DAY MEET
REESE CREEK, Sept. 17.--(Spl.)--Reese Creek gospel mission will hold an
all-day meeting Sunday, September 20, with a basket lunch at noon. The
meeting will be in the nature of a dedication service for Thomas
Shearin and Charles Cummons, who are leaving soon for Bible school at
Denver, Colo. All are welcome to attend the Sunday meeting. Young
people will have charge of all services.Medford Mail Tribune, September 17, 1936, page 9 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN, Sept.
18.--(Spl.)--Miss Dollie Stowell of Portland was visiting relatives in
this community this week.Mrs. Ruth Hancock and four children from Cottonwood, Ariz., and Mr. and Mrs. Oliver from Santiago, Calif., are visitors at the Boren home this week. Mrs. Alice Selb, sister of Mrs. Ruby Young, left Sept. 15 for San Francisco. Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Quinn from Klamath Falls, who have been visiting Mr. and Mrs. Howard Short, left yesterday for Portland. Miss June Stowell, who has been visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Stowell, left Sept. 15, for California. Medford Mail Tribune, September 18, 1936, page 15 EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, Sept. 18.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Albert Soliss of Compton,
Calif., were visitors at the Roy Ashpole and Rader homes one day last
week. Mr. Soliss is an attorney at Compton, and Mrs. Soliss will be
remembered as the former Mrs. Joe Rader of Phoenix, Ore.Tommy Coy, son of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Coy of this place, who was badly injured in a logging camp near Eureka a couple of weeks ago, is out of danger now and is getting along as well as can be expected considering the extent of his injuries. His whole body was badly crushed between two giant logs, causing very serious internal injuries, and that he escaped death is a miracle in the minds of all. His many friends will be glad to learn that he is improving. Mrs. Ed Cowden of Reese Creek was shopping in Eagle Point, Tuesday afternoon. It is with deepest sympathy for the bereaved family, that we chronicle the death of Thomas Cingcade at the Sacred Heart Hospital in Medford Wednesday morning from pneumonia. Marsh Garrett of the Long Mountain district was a business caller at the Putman home Wednesday morning. Ed McGwin and Mrs. Barbara Jennings of Medford were callers at the Henderson home Sunday evening. Mrs. Harold Van Scoy and two children returned to their home in Eureka last Sunday, after several weeks visit in Eagle Point with relatives. Miss Grace Holman, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Holman and James Boren of Eagle Point, were married in Medford last Sunday and Miss Charlene Ray, daughter of Mrs. Gladys Ray, and Chauncey Harper of Eagle Point also were married in Medford Saturday, Sept. 12. Both couples were of the popular younger set of this community and have the best wishes of many friends for a long, prosperous and happy life together. Mr. and Mrs. Harper left Sunday for Klamath Falls, where they will make their home this winter. Mrs. W. C. Clements entertained Mrs. Frances Campbell, Miss Yetta Olson and Gordon Campbell at dinner Tuesday evening. Mr. and Mrs. George Lyons of North Bend were guests of Mrs. Lyons' brother and wife, Mr. and Mrs. Orville Henderson, last Friday afternoon and night while on their way home from a ten days' vacation in California. A letter was received in Eagle Point this week from Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Perry mailed in the Yellowstone park, Wyo., which stated they were well and greatly enjoying the many beautiful and inspiring sights there. They also said they hadn't found the bears very exciting, leaving the impression that they had seen bigger and better bears in Oregon. Frank S. Dutra of Oakland, Cal., was an overnight guest at the Roy Stanley ranch Tuesday. Roy and Fred Stanley went to Willow Prairie to bring out some beef cows recently. Medford Mail Tribune, September 18, 1936, page 17 TRAIL
TRAIL, Sept. 18.--(Spl.)--The following ladies from Trail attended the
annual conference for officers and project leaders in extension work at
the court house in Medford Tuesday: Mesdames Francis Ash, Alma
Merriman, Lyal Tucker, Irma Cushman, Laurabell Ash, Arlee Ragsdale,
Jennie Hutchinson and Miss Mabel Ragsdale. Those attending from McLeod
were Mesdames Tressa Vaughn, Violet Ditsworth, Flossie Mullins,
Caroline Harding, Clara Ditsworth and Pattie Clemens.Ray Merriman and Frank Hammond are hauling wood from Elk Creek. Miss Inez Burk is attending Bible school at Canyonville. Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Blaess and Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Segessenman returned from the Pendleton Roundup Sunday evening and report having had a delightful time. Hollis Chamberlain of Minneapolis, Minn., is visiting his aunt, Mrs. Francis Ash, and other relatives. Albert Johnson has recovered sufficiently to be able to return to work again. Mrs. Frank Hammond visited with her sister, Mrs. Alma Merriman, recently. Mrs. Alma Merriman and son Ray visited Sunday afternoon with Mr. and Mrs. Frank Ditsworth. Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Tucker of Medford visited with his parents here Friday evening. Mrs. T. Rennie was an overnight guest at the Ralph Watson home Monday. Mr. and Mrs. W. Hall of California on the Rogue visited at the Boyd Tucker home Monday evening. Mrs. Alma Merriman and son Ray visited with Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson Monday evening The H.E. Club of the upper Rogue Grange met this week with Mrs. Minnie Blaess. Word has been received from Rev. and Mrs. LaDieu that they are well pleased with their new home at Weiser, Idaho. Lee Merriman left for Palo Alto, Calif., Sept. 11. Two of the Blalock boys who lived here several years ago were visiting at the Jess Ragsdale home Sunday. Medford Mail Tribune, September 18, 1936, page 17 GATES BID LOW ON TILLER-TRAIL JOB
PORTLAND, Ore., Sept. 21.--(AP)--E. L. Gates, Detroit, Ore., presented
the low bid of $72,710.10 for the subgrade reinforcement and advance
clearing on a two-mile section of the Tiller-Trail forest highway in
Jackson County. Seven bids were opened in the office of District
Engineer W. H. Lynch, U.S. bureau of public roads.A. Milne, Portland, with a bid of $62,759.75, was the lowest of three for the surfacing of 3.9 miles of the rim road from Cloudcap to Kerr Notch in Crater Lake National Park. Medford Mail Tribune, September 21, 1936, page 1 ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, Sept. 21.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Culbertson and daughter spent Labor Day at Fish Lake.Mr. and Mrs. Harry Lendmon and Mr. and Mrs. Otis Hedge of San Francisco have been house guests of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Bigham recently. Those who spent Labor Day at Diamond Lake were: Mr. and Mrs. Bill Bigham and daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Elbert Bigham and children, of Antelope; Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Bigham and children of Medford; Mrs. Leila Smith and children of Table Rock; Mrs. Frank Myers and son, Mrs. Arletta Bigham, Miss Grace Bigham, Basil Bigham of Sams Valley; Mr. and Mrs. Everett Brown of Lakeview; Mr. and Mrs. Harry Lendmon and Mr. and Mrs. Otis Hedge of San Francisco. Ladies' Social Club met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Tom Riley, Sept. 16. Visitors present were: Mrs. Laura Pierce and Mrs. Mann and Mrs. Myrtle Wilson of Medford. A birthday cake was baked for those whose birthdays came in September and Mrs. Anna Owens had the honor of being the only one who had a birthday in September. Bob Lindsay of the Wagner Butte lookout station was down for a few days this week, returning to work Sept. 17. Those who attended the extension unit club at Lake Creek from Antelope Sept. 17 were Mesdames Julia Davies, June Burton, Dorothy Lindsay and Ruby Riggs. Mrs. Mabel Mack gave an interesting talk on "Understanding Ourselves." Mrs. Martha Smith was taken seriously ill Sept. 16, but is a little improved at this writing. Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Greb were in Medford shopping Sept. 18. Everyone was sorry to learn of the death of Tom Cingcade. Those attending the funeral from Antelope were: Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hatlett, Mr. and Mrs. B. K. Riggs, Clarence Greb, Mrs. Ina Stanley, Mrs. Anna Rader, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Bigham. A surprise party was given Mrs. Anna Owens Sept. 16. Those attending the party from Antelope were: Mesdames Tom Hatlett, Ina Stanley, Anna Rader, Louisa Greb, Sarah Riley, Yola Owens, Bullock. Medford Mail Tribune, September 21, 1936, page 7 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, Sept. 22.--(Spl.)--Our school is progressing very nicely
under the present staff of teachers, W. H. Vimont and Eulia Minter. The
first meeting of the Home and School Circle will be Friday afternoon,
September 25 at the school house, in connection with the school. All
patrons and friends of the school are invited to be present.Mr. and Mrs. H. Ball returned home September 15 from Salem, where they enjoyed a visit to the state fair. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphrey were shopping in Medford September 16. They are getting along fine with the new house they are building. Hollis Martin spent September 20 with home folks, Mr. and Mrs. Homer Martin. Hollis is employed by Ross Kline at his home. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Merritt and children Janet and Jimmy were dinner guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. John Stille, at Shady Cove. Mrs. Stille and Mr. Merritt are sister and brother. H. H. Powell was home from the Lava Beds camp for the weekend, where he had charge of the all-day meeting at the Reese Creek church. A farewell dinner was given for Charles Cummons and Thomas Shearin, who are leaving soon for Denver, Colo., to attend Bible school. They will drive. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Humphrey moved down from Derby September 16 to their home on Reese Creek. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cowden visited their daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Ragsdale, and two children in Medford September 20. Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Hatfield of Ashland were overnight guests at the W. R. Lamb home Saturday night. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Lewis of Butte Falls highway were also calling at the Lamb home Friday. Mr. Evensizer is gathering the corn crop of Jack Grow this week. Tom Grow is helping with the work. Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb visited his parents Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb Saturday evening. Reese Creek is very well represented at Eagle Point High School. There are 16 students from here this year, 11 of whom are beginning their first year. Our Sunday school at the school house was very well attended Sunday morning. Several from Eagle Point were present. Mr. Stille preached in the evening, after the young people's meeting, which was helpful to all present. Medford Mail Tribune, September 2, 1936, page 9 TRAIL
TRAIL, Sept. 25.--(Spl.)--Honoring the birthdays of E. W. Segessenman,
C. M. Blaess and T. G. McAbee, Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Segessenman
entertained with a dinner Saturday evening at their home. The following
guests were present: Mr. and Mrs. C. Payton, Mr. and Mrs. F. J. McAbee,
Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Blaess and Charley Wilson and Virgil Eddington.Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Howe from Crater Lake called on Mr. and Mrs. Irwin Howe Sunday. Mrs. Francis Ash was a dinner guest at Mrs. Ella Perry's Sunday. The new contract on the Tiller-Trail road has been let to a Mr. Gates of Detroit, Ore. Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson and Mr. and Mrs. Hood were dinner guests Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Pete Betz. Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Ash entertained the following guests at dinner Sunday: Mr. and Mrs. Art LaDieu and children; Mrs. Anna Cushman and daughter Ivorene; Carl Dawson and Albert Johnson. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Jordan of Ashland visited with Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Young and children of Eagle Point visited Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Johnson at Sunset on the Rogue Sunday. Mesdames Francis Ash, Irma Cushman and Laurabell Ash accompanied Mrs. Newton to Medford Tuesday evening after school closed. Mrs. Rena Howe and daughter, Wanda, shopped in Medford Tuesday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Tucker of Medford visited his parents here Tuesday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Watson left Friday for Cedarville, Calif., where they will visit relatives for several weeks. Cedarville was Mrs. Watson's girlhood home. Mesdames Lyal Tucker, Alma Merriman, Irma Cushman, Laurabell Ash, Jimmie Hutchinson and Miss Mabel Ragsdale visited with Mrs. Francis Ash Friday afternoon. Mrs. Cushman and Miss Laurabell Ash served ice cream and cookies. Friends of Mrs. Nona McAbee gave her a surprise shower at the home of Mrs. Eva Segessenman Tuesday afternoon. There were 14 ladies present. Mrs. Segessenman, assisted by Mesdames Merriman, Blaess and Hutchinson served lunch. The Trail extension unit met yesterday afternoon at Sunset on the Rogue for the first meeting this fall. Medford Mail Tribune, September 25, 1936, page 17 BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO, Sept. 25.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Joe Glass of Talent, Mr.
and Mrs. Theo. Glass of Central Point, Mr. Hesselgrave and Mr. and Mrs.
Roy Mashone of Fern Valley and Claus Charley and mother, Mrs. Imogene
Charley, were guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Glass last
Sunday.Geo. Baker and son Wesley of Medford visited recently at the Ray Baker home. Glen Marshall left last week for Roseburg, where he will again be employed in the Woolworth store. Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Monia of Nebraska were guests Monday at the home of Mrs. Edna Monia. Mrs. Fred Bloomingcamp and son Charles of Hornbrook visited at the W. M. Hansen home Thursday of last week. Mr. and Mrs. Josh Gear, Mrs. Matlack and Bill Gibson of Medford spent Friday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Wright. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Woodley, who at one time lived in one of Wright's cabins, are now camping here. Mr. Woodley is with the state bridge builders who are putting in new bridges on the highway. Mildred Hansen has gone to Ashland to resume her studies at the Normal School. Perry Foster from near Trail is spending several days visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Maxfield. Medford Mail Tribune, September 25, 1936, page 17 McLEOD
McLEOD, Sept. 28.--(Spl.)--Autumn days are here again, bringing the
loveliest of Indian summer's gorgeous coloring. Hunters are as usual
banging in the hills. So far none of our citizens have been mistaken
for gam, and the cautious ones do not venture far beyond their yards.The male population of the Upper Rogue are putting in their spare time building our new grange hall on the site recently donated by Nion Tucker, near the beautiful ranch home recently purchased from Doctor Haines. Many turned out Sunday, and others help whenever they can spare the time. The ladies encourage the good work by supplying chicken dinners and the many "trimmins" for which our cooks are noted. The McLeod bridge, which has undergone repairs the past month or so, is finally completed with a coating of gravel on top of macadam. The Butte bridge was treated likewise. Frank Netherland, who sustained injuries when falling on a log in the Butte Falls district some weeks ago, has sufficiently recovered to be home and doing light work. The year's activities of the Trail and McLeod Extension Units opened with a rally at Sunset on the Rogue Sept. 23. Mrs. Mabel Mack introduced the subject of parent education to the group and conducted the study of "Understanding Ourselves," bringing out many humorous points during the discussion. This valuable study will be continued during the year under local leaders who will receive their training at monthly classes in Medford under the able leadership of Mrs. Maud Morse, extension specialist in this work at Oregon State College. Mrs. Tressie Vaughn, chairman of McLeod Extension Unit, took her coworkers to officers' training school at Medford Sept. 15. The following were among those who attended: Clara Ditsworth, Flossie Mullen, Carrie Harding, Violet Ditsworth and Patty Clemens. Some of these ladies are project leaders, others officers. Leo Hoag and mother left for Corvallis Wednesday morning, where Leo will continue his studies at O.A.C. Mrs. Hoag has rented a house where she will make a home for several students. Evelyn Coburn accompanied them as far as Corvallis, from where she continued on to her home in Washington. Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Close have moved to Medford, where Mr. Close is working at his trade. Mrs. Anna B. Weeks celebrated her 80th birthday anniversary Sept. 24. The community wishes her many more years of health, happiness and joy-giving for which we all love her. Mr. and Mrs. E. R. Sublette have as their house guest Mr. Sublette's brother, who is here from Illinois for several weeks. Bob Ohrt has enrolled in the Medford senior high school and is at present making his home with his brother Dan. Kenneth Rodgers is attending high school at Butte Falls along with his brother Cecil. Mr. Axtell has recently added a milking shorthorn bull to his herd. The McLeod home extension unit will meet with Carrie Harding Thursday, Oct. 1st. Members are being notified that the date of meeting is changed from last to first Thursday of each month. A salad demonstration will be given by local leaders at this first meeting. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Rodgers and family will occupy Mrs. Hoag's house during her absence. Medford Mail Tribune, September 28, 1936, page 7 JASPER HICKSON PASSES, AGED 63
He was a native son of Oregon, having been born at Eugene, November 25, 1872.
Jasper Hickson, 63, resident of Southern Oregon since 1907, living most
of the time at Eagle Point, Oregon, passed away at a local hospital
Monday evening after a week's illness.
A man of fine Christian qualities, he will be missed by a wide circle of friends. He leaves to mourn his passing three sons, Frederick, of Hood River, Ore.; Lester of Salem, Oregon, and Clifford Hickson of Eagle Point, Ore.; two sisters, Mrs. Ella Keller, Roseburg, Ore., and one sister living in Redlands, Calif.; two brothers, Edward Hickson of Klamath Falls, Ore., and Eugene Hickson of Dillard, Ore., and six grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted from the Perl Funeral Home Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with the Rev. W. R. Baird officiating. Interment will take place in the Jacksonville cemetery. Medford Mail Tribune, September 29, 1936, page 11 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, Sept. 29.--(Spl.)--American union Sunday school is doing
fine. A good attendance is kept up. Mr. Stille preached a fine sermon.
Margaret Glines was leader for the young people's meeting.Mrs. Inch, rural supervisor, was visiting the schools September 22. Our school is doing splendid. Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Grace are the parents of a boy born September 16 at their home on Butte Falls highway. Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Bellows were visiting Mr. and Mrs. O. L. Bellows Sunday. O. L. Bellows is building a home for Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphrey. Edward Cowden found a cow Sunday that had been gone for two weeks. It strayed away and they are very glad to find it. Mr. and Mrs. Merle Jack have a new boy, born September 23. Both mother and baby are doing fine. Frances, Lois and John Braack and Everett Evendorf were baptized Sunday, September 27, by Mr. Powell at Reese Creek. Mr. Evendorf came home with Mr. Powell from the Lava Beds government camp for the baptismal services. The Reese Creek W.C.T.U. will meet Thursday at 2 o'clock at Gospel Mission church. Mrs. Ella McCormick, county W.C.T.U. president, will have charge of the meeting. It will be a temperance missionary meeting. All members are invited to come. The Home and School Circle will meet October 2 at the school house. All school patrons and parents are invited to come at 2:30 p.m. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cummons entertained with a community farewell party for their son, Charles, and Thomas Shearin September 22. The two young men left September 23 for Denver, Colo., to enter Bible school. They will be gone a year or two. Thursday, September 24, Mr. and Mrs. E. G. Poling and son, Gordon, and little daughter, Gloria and Mrs. Poling's sister, Miss Lucille Lamb, all from Moorhead, Iowa, arrived on a short visit with the ladies' uncle and family, W. R. Lamb. They also visited another uncle and family at Talent, Tom Lamb, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Homes, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Estes and Ben Lamb of Talent. They were on their way to San Diego, Calif., to spend the winter. It is their first trip west. Their father, V. G. Lamb, of Moorhead, Iowa, is a brother of W. R., Tom and Ben Lamb. Friday evening the visitors and Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb of Derby and family; also other relatives. Mrs. Sarah Holiday of Ashland is visiting in our community for several days with Mrs. Mary Brown, Mrs. Ralph Merritt, Mrs. W. R. Lamb and Mrs. Dora Vestal. Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Albers and son Bobby and daughter Barbara were Sunday visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack September 27. Visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Merle Jack September 27 were Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphrey, Mrs. Mary McDowell, Mrs. French, Ned Jeffries, Helen Jamison, Fritz and Arch Nash. Medford Mail Tribune, September 29, 1936, page 13 ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, Oct. 1.--(Spl.)--Those attending the Pendleton Roundup from
Antelope were Fred Dutton, Art Kent, Harve Stanley and Jerry Bellows.Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Davies and children, Mr. and Mrs. Wallace McDow, all of Antelope, and Mr. and Mrs. Harry Ball attended the fair at Salem. They all report it a success. Mrs. Ina Stanley will entertain the Ladies' Social Club, October 21. Mr. and Mrs. John C. Greb spent September 20 at Butte Falls with Mr. and Mrs. Ted Fredenberg. Mr. and Mrs. Dale Stoakes, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Nelson, Carl Nelson and Mr. Fretwell returned Sunday from a week spent hunting. Mesdames Alva and Mary McDowell entertained with a party in honor of Mrs. Vivian Allen and Mrs. Evelyn Burke, September 23. Refreshments were served to the following ladies: Mesdames Martha Smith, Betty Stille, Ruby Riggs, Dorothy Lindsay, Margaret Hatlett, Myrna Bigham, Ina Stanley, Mary McDowell, Alva McDowell, Evelyn Burke and Vivian Allen. Mrs. Jack Wood was taken seriously ill September 26 and rushed to Medford for medical attention. It is hoped that she will soon recover. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Baize and children visited Mr. and Mrs. B. K. Riggs September 28. Mr. and Mrs. Harve Stanley and Mr. and Mrs. Joe Arens are having electricity installed. It is hoped that everyone will soon have electricity in their homes. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Bigham and daughter Clara Mae and Mrs. Elbert Bigham and children attended the fair at Grants Pass Saturday. Hazel Riggs, Alice Allen, Annabelle Riggs and Newton Allen attended a show in Medford September 27. Mr. and Mrs. Carl von der Hellen raised some very fine banana squash on their ranch near Antelope. Medford Mail Tribune, October 1, 1936, page 9 EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, Oct. 1.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Ina Stanley and mother, Mrs. Emma
Rader, were last Sunday visitors at the Wm. Holman home.The new post office building which was erected near Brown's store was opened for business last Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Perry returned the latter part of last week from their trip to the Yellowstone park and other points of interest. They enjoyed the trip but said they were happy to be home again. The body of the late Daniel Patrick of Eagle Point, who passed away at Ashland last Saturday morning after a brief illness, was started on the last journey to Osage, Iowa, Monday, for interment from the J. P. Dodge & Sons' funeral parlor in Ashland. A sister is living in Osage, Iowa, a brother in Huntington, Mo., and another sister in Oakland, Cal. Little is known about him before he came to Eagle Point several years ago, but while living here he has done carpenter work and was well liked by all who knew him. His age was in the early sixties. Roy Stanley delivered a truckload of beef cattle to the Luman Bros. in Medford Monday morning of this week. Ray Harnish, son Earl and Orville Henderson were called out last Sunday night to Bandon to help fight the terrible forest fire which was raging in that locality. The fire which did so much damage in the Lost Creek area last Sunday is well under control, is the report at this time, for which all are truly thankful. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Elliott of Medford were callers in Eagle Point last Saturday. Miss Gladys Nichols returned to Medford Sunday evening after spending the weekend with her mother, Mrs. Eva Nichols. Mr. and Mrs. John Norris of Jacksonville and Mr. and Mrs. John Wilfley and daughter Jane of Eugene were callers at the Henderson home one day last week. Miss Margy Nichols was a last weekend guest of Miss Dorothy Vestal of Reese Creek. Deepest sympathy of the entire community is extended to Cliff Hickson and family in the loss of his father, Jack Hickson, lovingly known as "Dad," who passed away at the Sacred Heart Hospital in Medford Monday night. He had a host of warm friends and will be greatly missed. Medford Mail Tribune, October 1, 1936, page 9 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN, Oct. 2.--(Spl.)--The ladies of the Long Mountain
district met at the home of Mrs. Laura Boren September 23, and gave a
shower for Mrs. Bennie Boren, formerly Miss Grace Holman of this
community. Many nice gifts were received. Refreshments were served by
Mrs. Boren.E. L. Stowell and daughters Irene and Verta left September 20 for Montana, where they will visit Mr. Stowell's brother, Roland Stowell. Rosa Kline's mother, Mrs. M. C. Kline from Talent, Ore., are visiting them this week. Mr. and Mrs. Ross Kline were Sunday visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Walters in Talent. Leonard Boren recently returned home from Butte Falls. Mrs. Mabel Harnish and Mrs. Bennie Boren were visitors at the home of Mrs. Ruby Young, September 30. Medford Mail Tribune, October 2, 1936, page 6 TRAIL
TRAIL, Oct. 2.--(Spl.)--The following ladies gathered at Mrs. Francis
Ash's to quilt Monday afternoon, Mesdames Alma Merriman, Eva
Segessenman, Irma Cushman, Laurabel Ash and Rena Howe.Mrs. Irma Cushman and daughters Melba and Ivorene spent Sunday at the ranger station on the mountains where Mr. Cushman is stationed. Mr. and Mrs. Wilmer Ragsdale and daughter Marie, Mr. and Mrs. Perry and Ed Pence all shopped in Medford Tuesday. Mrs. M. Gilhousen of Glendale, Cal., is spending a week here at her summer home. Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson and Mr. and Mrs. Fred Middlebusher and two children called on Mr. and Mrs. Ray Davis near Prospect Sunday. Mrs. Alma Merriman was an overnight guest at the home of Mrs. Lizzie Nichols in Ashland September 23 and 24. Macy Hinthorn and his nephew Harvey went to Klamath Falls on Tuesday and expect to return with a load of potatoes. Mrs. Eva Segessenman spent Tuesday in Medford. Mr. and Mrs. Burt Clark visited with Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Tucker of Medford visited over Saturday night with his parents here. Since the contract on the Tiller-Trail road has been let there is considerable business in and around Trail. Word received from Lee Merriman states that he is working at Stanford University and likes his new location very much. The Trail and McLeod extension unit met at Sunset Auto Camp September 23. There were 31 ladies present to hear the talk given by Mrs. Mabel Mack on "Understanding Ourselves," which was very interesting. Everyone present seemed to be anxious to get started on the year's program. Mr. and Mrs. R. Dawson spent the past weekend at Chiloquin visiting. Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson is spending a few days in Medford visiting and is a house guest of Mrs. Lily Saltzman. Mrs. Minnie Blaess shopped in Medford Wednesday. Mrs. Frank Hammond of Willow Springs visited with her sister, Mrs. Alma Merriman, September 25. Medford Mail Tribune, October 2, 1936, page 15 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, Oct. 7.--(Spl.)--American Union Sunday school is
progressing very nicely. Mr. Stille, of Shady Cove, had charge of the
young people's meeting Sunday and preached a sermon Sunday evening. A
crowded house greeted him, all enjoying a fine evening.Elmer Robertson, while loading a drag saw on a truck Saturday, got his neck and shoulders hurt, but is getting along better now. Mrs. Robertson accompanied Mrs. Frank Smith to Bandon to bring back Mr. and Mrs. Gunderman, who were living over there and lost their home and most of their belongings in the terrible fire. The Reese Creek W.C.T.U. held a very interesting meeting October 1 at the mission church. A good attendance was had. Mrs. Ella McCormick had charge of the program, a world's temperance missionary meeting. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Meyers of Lake Creek were dinner guests September 21 at the W. R. Lamb home. Mrs. Charles Sanderson of Beagle and daughter, Mrs. Melvin Martin, and baby Donnie were guests October 1 of Mr. and Mrs. Homer Martins and family. The Home and School Circle held the first meeting of the year at the school house Friday evening. Mrs. Homer Martin will have charge this year as president; Mrs. Leo Rusho, vice-president, and Mrs. Ralph Merritt, secretary-treasurer. Mrs. Theo. Rein will have charge of the soup kitchen for the year with her committees. Mr. and Mrs. James McDowell and baby Marilyn were dinner guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack. G. C. Nelson, piano tuner from Palmer's, tuned and repaired the piano at the school house Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. C. V. Fields of Powder River County, Mont., near Broadus, the county seat, have bought a place from Mr. and Mrs. Gaskell and have taken possession. They are very pleased with the place and our wonderful Rogue River Valley. They stated everything had completely dried out from lack of moisture and an increasing army of grasshoppers. Their son, Thomas, has entered high school at Eagle Point. Mrs. J. Edward Leigh will entertain the ladies of the community at her home Thursday with an all-day party. Each lady is to bring a covered dish. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphrey's new house is fast nearing completion. It will be a fine home when completed. Leo Rusho visited at his home Sunday. He is being transferred to Camp Oregon Caves. W. H. Vimont and Eulia M. Minter are handling the school in a very efficient manner. The children seem to be doing fine this fall. October is the spooky month when everyone is busy gathering in the corn and pumpkins and finishing canning fruit, enjoying full larders of provisions laid away for winter and last of all getting ready for Hallowe'en. There will be an all-day meeting for Rally Day, October 25, for the American Union Sunday school at the school house. Antelope and Shady Cove Sunday schools are invited together with all those interested in Sunday school work. Basket lunch will be served at noon. Medford Mail Tribune, October 7, 1936, page 9 REESE CREEK HOME DESTROYED BY FIRE
REESE CREEK, Oct. 8.--(Spl.)--The residence of Mr. and Mrs. H. Ball was
destroyed by fire Tuesday morning, supposedly from a defective flue.
Mrs. Charles Cummons, a neighbor, saw the flames and broke a window to
gain entrance. She succeeded in saving some clothing and bedding.The house was partially covered by insurance, and according to Mr. Ball, will be rebuilt in the near future. Medford Mail Tribune, October 8, 1936, page 4 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN, Oct. 9.--(Spl.)--Dina Sallee is staying with P. M.
Stowell and family for the winter. She is attending school at Eagle
Point.P. M. Stowell and family called on Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Perry of Sams Valley October 4 and Carl Mitchell, who was visiting his parents over the weekend, went with them. A surprise party was given by Mrs. Ruby Young for Ruby Young, October 5. Those attending were Mrs. Hickson and daughter Doris; Mrs. Ray Harnish, Mrs. Will Perry, Mrs. Roy Smith, Mrs. Percy Hailey and Mr. and Mrs. Bill Holman. Mr. and Mrs. Holman spent an evening visiting Mr. and Mrs. Nick Young. Mr. and Mrs. Short were callers at Mr. and Mrs. George Stowell's October 4. George Stowell spent the afternoon of October 6 at the Holcomb Springs. Mr. and Mrs. Mangold, Mrs. Milford and Mr. and Mrs. George Stowell went to town on business and shopping. Mrs. Eva Nichols of Eagle Point and Mrs. Lena Stowell of this community called on Mr. and Mrs. Natwick October 1. Mrs. Donovan, who has been staying with Mr. and Mrs. George Lawson, left Sunday for her home in Redding, Calif. Mr. Garrett has been moving his cattle from the mountains for the last week or so. Medford Mail Tribune, October 9, 1936, page 15 TRAIL
TRAIL, Oct. 9.--(Spl.)--The Trail extension unit met yesterday at the home of Mrs. Francis Ash.Mrs. Lizzie Nichols is spending a few weeks with Mrs. Alma Merriman. Mrs. Eva Segessenman shopped in Medford Tuesday, October 6. Mesdames Rena Howe, Laurabell Ash, Irma Cushman all shopped in Medford Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Blaess have leased their place of business to Mr. Gates, the contractor on the Tiller-Trail road, and have moved to their home near Shady Cove. Mrs. Alma Merriman and son Ray and Mrs. Lizzie Nichols all shopped in Medford Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Pence spent Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker. Mrs. Mary Burk and brother, Macy Hinthorn, shopped in Medford October 3. A picnic was held Sunday at the summer cottage of Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Abbott on Rogue River. The following guests were present: Mr. and Mrs. Blaess, Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Segessenman, Mr. and Mrs. M. McAbee and Virgil Eddington. Mrs. Gertrude Hutchinson and daughter Shirley, of Klamath Falls, are guests for the week at the home of Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson. The following ladies quilted at Mrs. Francis Ash's Monday: Mesdames Alma Merriman, Lizzie Nichols, Eva Segessenman and Lyal Tucker. Miss Helen Hughes, who has been in Glendale, Calif., for several weeks, has returned to her home here. Medford Mail Tribune, October 9, 1936, page 15 BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO, Oct. 12.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Craig visited with friends at Ashland on Tuesday of last week.Mr. Hayward has been harvesting his sugar cane and making sorghum. The building of the cemetery bridge will be done this week by Frank Nygren, Lou Blaess and Rolf Bieberstedt. As soon as possible after the first rain the donation road work will start and everyone is requested to do his part, so as not to delay the work. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Fernlund have purchased the Jack Hickner place and moved in some time ago. Recent guests at the Ed Tucker home were Mrs. E. E. Tucker and children, of Merrill. Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Charley are the proud parents of a baby girl, born in Medford, Friday, Oct. 9. Mrs. Fern Corcoran and daughter Iris of Ross Lane were guests at the Glass home last Friday. Medford Mail Tribune, October 12, 1936, page 7 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, Oct. 13.--(Spl.)--The American Union Sunday school at the
school house is getting along splendidly. October 25 will be "rally
day," with an all-day meeting. A basket dinner will be served at noon
and Antelope, Brownsboro, Lake Creek, Shady Cove, Eagle Point and Reese
Creek Gospel Mission Sunday schools are all invited to come and join
us, each Sunday school to furnish from one to three numbers on the
program that will be held in the afternoon. Rev. D. D. Randall will be
present and Rev. John Still of Shady Cove will preach. There will be
community singing also. Everyone welcome. Come and enjoy a good day, a
good dinner and a general good time.The W.C.T.U. held a meeting at the church October 1. Mrs. Augusta McCormick had charge of the meeting. The meeting was a temperance missionary session and was well attended. Mrs. J. Edward Leigh entertained with an all-day party at her home on Butte Falls highway. A most bountiful covered dish luncheon was served at noon, after which guessing games and singing held forth for a time. A general good time was certainly enjoyed by the 18 ladies present: Mrs. G. Ennison, Mrs. Leo Rush, Mrs. Wilfred Jack, Mrs. O. L. Bellows, Mrs. Jack Grow, Mrs. Thomas Grow and two children, Mrs. Merle Jack and baby son, Mrs. Ralph Merritt and son Jimmy, Mrs. Edward Cowden, Mrs. H. H. Powell, Mrs. Charles Humphrey, Mrs. Theo. Rein, Mrs. Harold Ennison and daughter Joan, Mrs. Claude Waddell, Evelyn Waddell, Mrs. W. E. Hammel, Mrs. L. Boren, Mrs. James McDowell and Mrs. W. R. Lamb. Mr. and Mrs. H. Ball have ordered the lumber to begin their new house to replace the one burned last Tuesday where they lost most all their household goods. Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb were dinner guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Robertson on the Crater Lake Highway. A fine turkey dinner was served. Mr. and Mrs. Homer Martin were in Medford on business October 8. Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack and Mrs. Merle Jack were shopping in Medford October 9. Medford Mail Tribune, October 13, 1936, page 3 McLEOD
McLEOD, Oct. 13.--(Spl.)--The McLeod extension unit met with Mrs.
Carrie Harding September 30. Mesdames Axtell and Mullin conducted a
salad demonstration which was much enjoyed by the 16 members and
visitors present. The next meeting will be held at the home of Paddy
Clemens at Prospect November 5, at which time Mabel C. Mack will
present the study of "Food for the School Child."Mr. and Mrs. Leo Netherland of Winters, Cal., have been guests of Mr. and Mrs. R. N. Alworth for several weeks. The Booster program given for the public Friday evening by the Upper Rogue Grange was much enjoyed by a large number. Among visitors present was Mabel C. Mack, county home demonstration agent, who participated in the program. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Childers and son of Fresno, Calif., and Mr. and Mrs. Spencer Childers of Medford were recent callers at the J. W. Richardson home. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Holzgang and family of Prospect were Sunday callers at the Ohrt home. Spencer Childers, Jr., and bride of Fresno, Cal., called at the home of his aunt, Mrs. J. W. Richardson, Thursday. Frank Netherland has recently shingled the Hoag residence at McLeod. Medford Mail Tribune, October 13, 1936, page 3 CONSTRUCTION BEGUN ON $18,000 SCHOOL
Construction was begun this week on the new school building on Elk
Creek near Trail which will accommodate students from county school
districts 74, 84 and 66. Total cost of the structure will be
approximately $18,000, and when completed it will be one of the best
rural school plants in the county.IN ELK CREEK DISTRICT The work is being done as a federal PWA project, with the district issuing bonds to about $10,450, to which will be added a government allotment of around $8000. R. I. Stuart was awarded the contract and Frank C. Clark has been engaged as architect, according to Frank G. Farrell, attorney for the district. The building will contain four rooms and all modern facilities, and will be located a short distance off the Crater Lake Highway on a former portion of the Ace Weeks property. E. N. Tray is chairman of the school board, H. A. Ditsworth and Blanche Zimmerlee being the other members. Peter W. Sandoz is the clerk. Medford Mail Tribune, October 16, 1936, page 9 ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, Oct 16.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Velma Wood underwent a major operation
at the Community Hospital Oct. 5. Mrs. Wood is reported as improving
rapidly. All hope for a speedy recovery.Mrs. C. D. Blair visited Mrs. Dorothy Lindsay Oct. 7. Mrs. Fred Dutton, Ruby Riggs and children attended visitor's night at the Eagle Point Grange Sept. 30. Mr. and Mrs. Cal Spencer left for Portland Oct. 8, where Mr. Spencer will receive medical treatment. Mrs. Dora Dixon, mother of Hollis Burton, is visiting Mr. Burton and family. Mrs. Jim Kneeland and daughter, of Medford, visited Mrs. Bill Bigham Oct. 7. Antelope Literary Club met Oct. 9. A good program was given. Louis Gentner sang two solos accompanied on the piano by Miss Katharine Gentner. Miss Gentner played several piano solos. Everyone was more than pleased to have them to assist on the program, and it is hoped that they will come again soon. Recitations were given by Maxine Pierce, of Medford, Barbara Culbertson and Ethel Lawrence and little Bernet Yorton. Mrs. Laura Pierce and granddaughter, Maxine Pierce, of Medford, spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Culbertson. Mrs. Sarah Riley has been very ill for the last week. It is hoped that she will soon recover. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Eakin and children spent the weekend with Jack Wood. Mr. and Mrs. Eakin formerly lived near Eagle Point. Bob Lindsay received word from Roseburg that his sister had passed away Oct. 12. Mr. and Mrs. Lindsay and Mr. and Mrs. Harold Briggs left Oct. 12 to attend the funeral. The sympathy of the district is extended to the bereaved families. Lloyd Walsh is harvesting his large crop of corn. Those attending the literary club Oct. 9 from various places were Mr. and Mrs. Laura Pierce, Maxine Pierce, Mrs. Wright, Miss Linda Wright, Miss Leba Vandermark, of Medford; Mr. and Mrs. Bill Walsh and children. Mr. and Mrs. Burge Burkhart and children, of Liberty, and Mrs. Dora Dixson. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Walsh and family returned home from a year's stay in California. They say it's great to be back in Oregon again. Miss Linda Wright, teacher at Antelope, will present her pupils in a Hallowe'en play, Oct. 30. Everyone is invited. Medford Mail Tribune, October 16, 1936, page 19 TRAIL
TRAIL, Oct. 16.--(Spl.)--Fifteen ladies attended the Trail extension
unit at Mrs. Francis Ash's on October 8. Mrs. Mabel Mack was present
and conducted the meeting on food for the young child. The next meeting
will be November 12 at the home of Mrs. Rena Howe. A full attendance is
desired as there is considerable business to be attended to.Ernie Segessenman was badly bruised October 10 when he fell from a load of logs onto a tractor that was standing by. He is again able to be about the place. Mrs. Rena Howe has been on the sick list but is better at this time. [omission[ Hinthorn started to work on the Tiller-Trail road Tuesday. Clair Stearns is spending a few weeks here with his mother, Mrs. Goldie Johnson, at Sunset Auto Camp. Mr. and Mrs. Berretta, who spent several weeks in one of the Brill cottages, have returned to their home in San Francisco. Mr. and Mrs. Gus Ditsworth and family called at the Merriman home Sunday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Byron Leabo were calling on friends at Trail Monday, October 12. C. M. Blaess is caring for the store and service station he leased to Mr. Gates, while Mr. Gates is in Portland Mrs. Lyal Tucker and Mrs. Jennie Hutchinson visited with Mrs. Alma Merriman and Lizzie Nichols at the home of the former Wednesday afternoon. Medford Mail Tribune, October 16, 1936, page 20 EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, Oct. 19.--(Spl.)--A daughter weighing 7½ pounds was born to Mr. and Mrs. R. R. Bitterling of Eagle Point on October 8. Mother and baby are doing nicely.Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Stanley of Medford are visitors at the Roy Stanley home at present. Recreation hour at the Grange hall was held Wednesday evening. A large crowd was in attendance and music, games and refreshments were enjoyed. Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Davis and son of Klamath Falls were callers at the O. Henderson home Thursday of last week. Mrs. Eva Nichols spent last weekend visiting at the home of her brother and wife, Mr. and Mrs. Loren Farlow, at Rancheria above Butte Falls. Mrs. Mary Taylor, Mrs. Mabel Harnish and Mrs. Esther Coy of Eagle Point, spent last Sunday with Mrs. Wm. Holman of the Brownsboro district. Miss Ruth Nelson and Mrs. E. O. Henderson went to Medford Wednesday afternoon to see Miss June Norris, who is very ill at the Community Hospital, having undergone an operation for appendicitis last Monday morning. She is doing as well as can be expected at this time. Miss Donna Earl, now of Sacramento, but formerly a teacher in the school here, was a last weekend visitor of Miss Yetta Olson of this place and also of Mr. and Mrs. Lee Franks of Medford, returning to her home Monday night. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Neugart spent last weekend in Albany with relatives and was accompanied that far by Miss Melba Day, who went on to Portland to visit relatives there. They returned Sunday evening. Don Brittsan of Eagle Point and Ralph Botts of Medford left Thursday evening on a few days' hunting trip to Lakeview. The past week was initiation week for the freshmen entering high school and was concluded with a party Friday night at the school house. Frank Rhoades was a caller at the Roy Stanley ranch Thursday evening on returning from a business trip to Lakeview. A baseball game between the Eagle Point High School boys and the Phoenix High School team was played on the local grounds last Wednesday evening, with the local boys winning the laurels. Mrs. Frank Farlow and father J. H. Tyrell of Lake Creek, Gladys Nichols and Harold Grow spent last Sunday with Mrs. Eva Nichols. The Eagle Point Civic Club held their regular meeting Thursday afternoon with twenty-six ladies present. The Eagle Point Townsend Club held their regular meeting last Monday night in the Grange with a good crowd in attendance which enjoyed a very fine and interesting talk and piano selections of her own compositions by Mrs. Waldo of Portland, a state speaker. A fine program was given and delicious lunch served. Mrs. Art TouVelle and daughter Louise, former residents of this district, are visiting with friends here at present. Louis Putman and bride of Medford were visitors at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Putman of Eagle Point, last Sunday evening. Many shots are heard in the early morning and evening hours in this locality as hunters stalk that wily bird the pheasant, but it seems mostly a case of the bird being quicker than the trigger, as not many are brought in. Judging from the number of shots heard everyone in Eagle Point should be having a pheasant feast. Saturday concluded the tomato picking in this locality. It is estimated that 225 tons have been picked and sold in this community this summer. Miss Minnie Putman is staying in Medford at present, attending beauty school. Mrs. Loren Farlow of Rancheria is a guest of her sister-in-law, Mrs. Eva Nichols, for a few days. Frank Dutra, beef buyer for a wholesale house in San Francisco, and wife were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Stanley Thursday and Friday. Medford Mail Tribune, October 19, 1936, page 7 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, Oct. 21.--(Spl.)--Sunday school at the school house was
well attended October 18. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Pullen and Miss Myrtle
Camack sang a beautiful trio. Rev. Stille of Shady Cove preached a
splendid sermon in the evening. Miss Viola Jackson led the young
people's meeting. A good attendance was had. Don't forget the Sunday
school rally October 25 at the school house. Basket lunch at noon.Mrs. Homer Martin, who underwent a major operation October 14 at the Community Hospital, is very much improved and getting along nicely. She is able to receive visitors. Quite a number of residents from Reese Creek have called on her there. Mr. Bellows began October 14 to build a new house for Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Clark. Thursday, October 15, seventy-seven people of the community, friends and neighbors of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphrey, came and took possession of their fine new home and gave them a real old-fashioned house warming. After viewing the new house games, music, songs and pleasant conversation were indulged in until midnight, when supper was served. Mr. and Mrs. Humphrey are to be congratulated on their fine new home. Those enjoying their hospitality were: Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cowden, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Robertson, Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Bellows, Mr. and Mrs. O. L. Bellows, Mr. and Mrs. Claude Waddell, Mr. and Mrs. John Foster, Mr. and Mrs. Theo. Rein, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Grow, Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Humphrey and two children, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Grow and family, Mr. and Mrs. M. Heckenberger, Mr. and Mrs. A. Brasenger and son Antone, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Cook and family, Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Clark and family, Mr. and Mrs. James Cox and family, Mr. and Mrs. Everett Evenger, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Bilderback and three children, Mrs. Merle Jack, Mrs. Lora French, W. H. Isbelle, Miss Myrtle Camack, J. H. Sloan, Miss Evelyn Waddell, James Waddell, Miss Myrtle Minter, the Misses Hilda and Freya Rein, Miss Gladys Rusho, Miss Viola Jackson, Mrs. Ralph Merritt, Mrs. W. E. Hammel, Alex Vestal, Ned Jeffery, Charles Rusho, Teddy Boren, Luinton Mathews, Frank Strahan and son Walter, Mr. and Mrs. W. R Lamb. Mrs. Leo Rusho had a very pleasant surprise October 13 when Mrs. Claud Dick, Mrs. D. M. Laren, Mrs. Charles Hatch and Mrs. Badly, all of Rogue River, came and spent the day. They were friends of long ago. Mr. and Mrs. Peter B. Deitrich of Medford and son Robert, from El Segundo, Calif., visited at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Grow, October 10. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Merritt and children Janet and Jimmy, also Mr. Davidson, were shopping in Medford October 17. Mr. Davidson visited a few days with the family before leaving for Medford. Mrs. Ray Ragsdale and two sons spent the weekend with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cowden. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Robertson were shopping in Medford October 16. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Braack returned October 5 from Longview, Wash., after spending two months there on business. Mrs. Merle Jack and three sons were calling on Mrs. Edward Cowden, October 14. Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb were calling at the W. R. Lamb home on October 14. Medford Mail Tribune, October 21, 1936, page 9 TRAIL
TRAIL, Oct. 22.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Segessenman and little
daughter Mary motored to Coos Bay for over the weekend. While there
they visited Mrs. Segessenman's brother and family and attended a
banquet the North Bend hotel, honoring Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Collier on
their 25th wedding anniversary. There were 20 guests at the banquet,
all relatives and old friends of the Colliers and Segessenmans from
Eugene and Marshfield. They report there are several fires still
burning in that vicinity which keep the air full of smoke.Roy Pritchart was a dinner guest at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Blaess Monday evening. Mrs. Lily Saltzman of Medford was a weekend guest at the S. W. Hutchinson home. There are six men employed on the new schoolhouse on Elk Creek. Ray Briggs is inspector on the work for the school district. Mr. and Mrs. Gates have arrived from Portland and have taken charge of the Blaess store and living rooms which they leased several weeks ago Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker and Carroll Watson were dinner guests at the S. W. Hutchinson home October 16. Roy Merriman is working on the Tiller-Trail road. Mrs. Merriman is again delivering the mail on Elk Creek. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Briggs visited with Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Segessenman Monday evening. Mesdames Tressa Vaughn, Clara Ditsworth and Mrs. Axtell from McLeod and Mesdames Eva Segessenman and Jennie Hutchinson from Trail all attended the family living conference given by Mrs. Maud Morse from Corvallis, at the courthouse Tuesday. The box social that was planned for October 24 by the Grange has been indefinitely postponed in order not to conflict with the Elk Creek Community Club's program which was planned for that date. Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson attended the golden wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Will Houston, October 20, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Cunnutt near Central Point. Mrs. Lizzie Nichols is on the sick list, but is better at this time. A large delegation from the Upper Applegate Grange attended Grange at Eagle Point Tuesday evening. A class of 17 were initiated in the Grange. Medford Mail Tribune, October 22, 1936, page 11 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN, Oct. 23.--(Spl.)--Long Mountain Ladies' Club met October
17 at Mr. and Mrs. Short's home. All the women brought refreshments and
husbands. A good time was enjoyed.Mrs. Natwick spent October 18 at Mrs. McPherson's of Shady Cove. Mr. and Mrs. Allen have recently moved on the Natwick place. Mr. Allen is working for Mr. Natwick this winter. Three of the children are attending Eagle Point grade school. Mr. and Mrs. George Stowell and Mrs. Milford were dinner guests October 18 of Mr. and Mrs. Nick Young. The dinner was given in honor of Mrs. Milford who is visiting here from Washington. Mr. and Mrs. Young and son of Beagle had Sunday dinner with Mr. and Mrs. P. M. Stowell. Carl Mitchell, son of Mr. and Mrs. Stowell, visited with them October 18. Patricia Bertelson visited her mother October 18 in Beagle. Mr. and Mrs. Williams and Evelyn Sullivan have returned home from harvesting potatoes. They are staying at the home of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Stowell. Mr. and Mrs. Lawson's daughter spent the past week with them. They left for their home in California October 17. Medford Mail Tribune, October 23, 1936, page 19 BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO, Oct. 27.--(Spl.)--All of the Brownsboro people enjoyed a
moose steak last week, presented to them by H. W. Wright, the moose
being killed by Mr. Wright on his recent hunting trip to Canada. Mr.
Wright thoroughly enjoyed his trip, and saw a lot of very beautiful
country.Mrs. Maxfield of Weed, Calif., is spending several days as the guest of her son, J. F. Maxfield, and wife. Dinner guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Glass Sunday were Mr. and Mrs. Vance Wolgamott of Talent, Mr. and Mrs. Mershon of Phoenix and Mrs. Peart and Steve Stimson of Medford. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Woodley and Mrs. H. W. Wright and daughters visited friends at Grants Pass Sunday of last week. Lois Wright spent last weekend at the Lindsey home at Shady Cove. Mr. Hayward has gone to Mountainview, Calif., where he will visit with relatives for a while. Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Henry attended the Sunday school rally at Reese Creek last Sunday. Ed Tucker and Percy Henry have been at Merrill for a week, visiting relatives and taking advantage of the hunting season, hoping to bring back a deer. Mrs. H. W. Wright attended the club meeting at Mrs. Harve Stanley's last Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. Lee Stiff of Astoria and Mr. and Mrs. H. Kingery of Albany have rented the Wright cottages for a few months. Mrs. Ruth Conklin of Tacoma was a recent guest at the home of her uncle, H. W. Wright. Mr. and Mrs. Madison Brown of Merrill called at the Craig home last Thursday. The Browns are looking for a new location, owing to the ill health of Mr. Brown. Medford Mail Tribune, October 27, 1936, page 9 ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, Oct. 27.--(Spl.)--Antelope school board met Monday evening, October 19.Mrs. Velma Wood returned home from the hospital October 18. The witch's Hallowe'en party will be given by the Antelope pupils October 29, instead of October 30. Mrs. Bob Lindsay and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. B. K. Riggs and Dick Baize visited Bob Lindsay at Wagner Butte lookout October 25. Pupils on the honor roll this past six weeks were Gene Burton, Barbara Culbertson, Mary Allen, Bob Allen, Betty Jean White and Patty von der Hellen. Antelope Union Sunday school members met with the Reese Creek Sunday school October 25. A basket lunch was served at noon. Bill Bigham, Elbert Bigham and Bill Walsh are riding in the hills and rounding up the Bigham brothers' cattle. Mrs. Harve Stanley entertained the ladies' social club October 21. A good social time was had by all. Visitors present were: Mrs. Roy Ashpole, Emma Rader, Mrs. Clayton Simmons and Mrs. Paul Prince of Medford. The ladies' social club will meet at the home of Mrs. Bill Walsh November 11. The club will meet a week earlier on account of turkey picking. The husbands of the club members are invited to attend the next meeting. Medford Mail Tribune, October 27, 1936, page 9 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, Oct. 28.--(Spl.)--The Sunday school rally held by the
American Union Sunday school at the school house October 25 was well
attended. There were seven Sunday schools and churches represented,
most all responding with several numbers on the program, which was
certainly enjoyed, as were also the sermons, D. D. Randall preaching in
the morning and John Stille preaching in the afternoon. Both services
were very much enjoyed and helpful. A bountiful basket dinner was
spread on the long tables in the yard during the noon hour and enjoyed
by all present. The Sunday schools represented were Eagle Point,
Brownsboro, Lake Creek, Antelope, Shady Cove, Mission Church Sunday
school and Reese Creek.Thursday, October 29, the Home and School Circle will hold the all-day party at the beautiful home on Crater Lake Highway of Mr. and Mrs. Theo. Rein. All ladies of the community are invited to come and bring a covered dish for the luncheon at noon, also a good story to tell at the proper time. You'll have a good time. The Home and School Circle meet at the school house October 23, and they with the teachers, completed plans for a Hallowe'en frolic to be held at the school house Saturday evening, October 31. Doughnuts and cider will be served. The ladies are to bring a dozen doughnuts each. Mr. and Mrs. Russell G. Coulter and son Guy, from Alturas, Calif., have bought a place from Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Boren on Crater Lake Highway. We are glad to welcome the new neighbors. They are painting and redecorating the house. Miss Gladys Nichols, Harold Grow, Elmo Sturgill and Eldon Grow all spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Jack Grow. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Caster and family were in Eagle Point October 26 on business. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Humphrey were shopping in Medford October 22. Mrs. Humphrey's grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Brisco, of San Diego, Calif., who are visiting their daughter and family, Mr. and Mrs. Claude Waddell, are spending a week at the Robert Humphrey home. Mr. and Mrs. H. Ball and son, Willard, and Frank Ball were dinner guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Wallace McDowell, as were also Mr. and Mrs. James McDowell of Antelope. Mr. and Mrs. Louis Dow and Mrs. Dow of Hollywood, Calif., were weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack. Mrs. Louis Dow is a niece of Wilfred Jack. They all were in love with our wonderful country. Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack and daughter, Evelyn, spent Sunday evening with their daughter and husband, Mr. and Mrs. James McDowell. Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb and son Ralph were calling at the W. R. Lamb home Sunday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Ragsdale and two small sons were weekend guests of Mrs. Ragsdale's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cowden. Dell Morrison put 150 head of beef cattle in pasture at the Jack Grow place October 26. Mr. and Mrs. George Douglass, near the Long Mountain district, were calling on Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb Sunday evening. Miss Myrtle Camack and J. H. Sloan were calling on Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Merritt Sunday evening. Medford Mail Tribune, October 28, 1936, page 5 Hallowe'en Dance at Oasis Saturday
Hallowe'en novelties will be given to everyone at the novelty dance at
the Oasis tomorrow night, according to Les Price, leader of the
ten-piece swing dance band which will play at the Oasis every Saturday
evening.Mr. Price was formerly with Cole McElroy's Spanish ballroom in Portland and with Anson Weeks at the Mark Hopkins in San Francisco. He has also played over a large radio network. The local band has been practicing for several months, and Mr. Price believes he has developed an outstanding musical organization. Medford Mail Tribune, October 30, 1936, page 5 TRAIL
TRAIL, Oct. 30.--(Spl.)--The H.E. Club of Upper Rogue Grange met at the
home of Mrs. Gus Ditsworth October 21. There were 13 members and five
visitors present. After the business meeting Mrs. Ditsworth, assisted
by Mrs. Tom Carlton, served refreshments. Next meeting will be November
17 at the Log Cabin hall, when all ladies of the grange are invited to
attend.Mrs. Francis Ash visited Mrs. Lowell Ash in Medford October 19. Mrs. Lowell Ash is quite ill at the home of her sisters. Mrs. Agnes Porter of Medford spent several days last week visiting her brother Bill Burk and family, Mrs. George Weeks and Mrs. M. Huenthorn. Ray Warner is spending a few weeks vacation at his home here and is spending his time building a garage on his place. Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker were dinner guests Sunday evening at the S. W. Hutchinson home. The little son of Mr. and Mrs. Cunningham from Cascade Gorge is very ill in a hospital in Medford. Mrs. Effie Weeks went to Ashland October 24 to work the remainder of the season in the cannery there. C. M. Blaess is remodeling his house near Shady Cove. The Upper Rogue Grange sponsored a program and box social last night at the Log Cabin hall. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Green of near Medford called on Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson Sunday. Medford Mail Tribune, October 30, 1936, page 11 EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, Oct. 30.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. L. Lewis of Vallejo, Cal.,
were business callers at the Roy Stanley ranch last Sunday, as also
were Mr. and Mrs. James Spencer of Pendleton, Ore., former residents of
this valley.Miss Christina Putman is spending her vacation with her parents of this place and will return to her home in Los Angeles the last of this week. Mr. and Mrs. Elworth Stowell of the Long Mountain district were callers of Mrs. Eva Nichols last Sunday afternoon. A large crowd attended the Townsend Club meeting Monday night and enjoyed a good program, speaking and lunch. Mr. Iverson, president of club No. 2 of Medford, and H.E. Wirth, also of Medford, were the two principal speakers. All Townsendites were invited to attend a big Townsend rally to be held in the K.P. hall in Medford Friday evening, and to bring some contribution toward a potluck supper if convenient, which will be served at 6 o'clock. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Putman and two daughters, Christina and Florence, drove to McLeod last Sunday afternoon to call on "Grandma" McIntyre. Mr. and Mrs. Keith Scott and family have recently moved into the house formerly occupied by the Cliff Hickson family. Marsh Garrett of the Long Mountain district was a business caller in Eagle Point Monday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Sherrid have moved into one of the houses owned by Mrs. Blanche Stanley, on the south side of the creek. There will be a Hallowe'en card party at the school house tonight. Pinochle and 500 will be played and everyone is welcome. Mrs. Robert Swanson of Astoria is visiting her twin sister, Miss Ruth Nelson, her aunt, Mrs. Roy Stanley, and Mrs. Orville Henderson. Medford Mail Tribune, October 30, 1936, page 19 PROSPERITY SEEN IN ANTELOPE AREA
ANTELOPE, Nov. 3.--(Spl.)--Antelope seems to be coming to the front
when it comes to new improvements the past six months. Electricity has
been installed in 15 homes and Antelope school house. Almost every
farmer has also installed electric motors, besides the numerous
appliances in the homes. Barnie Riggs, Carl von der Hellen and Luther
Day have also remodeled their homes. J. C. Greb will build a new home
in the near future.Several tractors have been bought. Cream, hogs, whole milk, eggs, and other products have a good price. The county under the direction of Lester Throckmorton has built two new bridges in this district. Farm hands were scarce here during the summer. Many wonder why some people grumble that times are just as hard as in 1931 and 1932. Medford Mail Tribune, November 3 1936, page 7 ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, Nov. 8.--(Spl.)--Mrs. Bill Bigham visited Mrs. Joe Arens Oct. 29.Mr. and Mrs. Frank Carson of Butte Falls visited Mrs. Gertrude Greb Oct. 29. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Greb and children, and Harold Greb visited Mr. and Mrs. John C. Greb Oct. 28. Mrs. Bill Walsh will entertain the Ladies Social Club Nov. 12 instead of Nov. 11, as several of the members have planned to be away on the 11th. The Antelope Literary Club announces that a box social will be held at the Antelope school house Nov. 13 Everyone is invited. Mrs. Harry Wright and daughter attended the social club at the home of Mrs. Ina Stanley Oct. 21. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Owens returned home from their ranch near Dead Indian Soda Springs where they have been rounding up their cattle. Ruby Riggs and Nell von der Hellen visited Mrs. Dottie Hutton Oct. 27. The witch's Hallowe'en party held at the Antelope school Oct. 30 was well attended. The Hallowe'en play was written by the pupils and their teacher, Miss Linda Wright. A recitation was given by Patty von der Hellen. Medford Mail Tribune, November 3, 1936, page 7 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, Nov. 3.--(Spl.)--American Union Sunday school was very
interesting Nov. 1. After the lesson study Mrs. Augusta McCormick gave
a most interesting temperance talk which was certainly enjoyed by all
present. Rev. John Stille preached a fine sermon to a large crowd
Sunday evening. Verna Cingcade led the young people's meeting in the
evening. All enjoyed a very profitable meeting.The Home and School Circle enjoyed a wonderful day at the lovely home of Mr. and Mrs. Theo. Rein on Crater Lake Highway, Oct. 29, honoring Miss Evelyn Waddell with a miscellaneous shower. She will be a November bride. Miss Waddell received many beautiful and useful gifts. The long table out under the trees on the spacious lawn bordered with beautiful fall flowers was loaded to capacity with good things to eat, from huckleberries to turkey, fried chicken, pumpkin pies. The day was well spent. Even at the close of the day everyone felt reluctant to go home. Those enjoying Mrs. Rein and her daughters' hospitality were as follows: Mrs. Claude Waddell, Mrs. Edward Cowden, Mrs. Jack Grow, Mrs. H. H. Powell, Mrs. O. L. Bellows, Mrs. Ralph Merritt and son Jimmy, Mrs. W. L. Lawson, Mrs. Thomas Boren, Mrs. M. Heckenberger, Mrs. L. Boren, Mrs. Wilfred Jack, Mrs. Charles Humphrey, Mrs. Merle Jack, Robert Humphrey, Mrs. C. E. Lamb, Mrs. C. E. Bellows, Mrs. A. Brasenger, Mrs. Leo Rusho, Mrs. H. Ball, Mrs. Wallace McDowell, Mrs. J. E. Leigh, Mrs. J. W. Collins, of Central Point; Mrs. H. H. Shaw, of Central Point; Mrs. W. T. Wright, of Central Point; Mrs. Lloyd Brisco, of San Diego, Calif.; Mrs. Delphia Layton, Mrs. Mary Brouse, Mrs. Thomas Grow, Mrs. Elmer Robertson, Mrs. R. D. Nichols, Mrs. T. S. Thomas, of Mt. Hebron, Calif.; Mrs. James McDowell, Mrs. Frank Smith, Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Emison, Mrs. J. C. Mynatt, Mrs. John Foster, Mrs. W. E. Hammel, Mrs. R. R. Bitterling, the Misses Evelyn Waddell, Priscilla Cox, Ethel Ewing, Hilda and Tyra Rein, Darlene and Ralph Humphrey, Betty and David Robertson, Lois Hubbard, Klamath Falls; Mary and Buddy Grow, Betty Mynatt, Edwin, Alva and Warren, Jack and Mrs. W. R. Lamb. Mrs. Dick Swacker and daughter and children, Mrs. Shirley Dillinger and Peggy Joyce, Billie Lou and William D., all of Grants Pass, visited at the home of Mrs. Leo Rusho, Oct. 28. They are friends of years ago. Mr. and Mrs. Murl Boren, of Klamath Falls, visited Mrs. Boren's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Grow, Oct. 27. She will be remembered as Eileen Grow. The Reese Creek W.C.T.U. will meet at the Gospel Mission church Thursday, Nov. 5, at 2 p.m. Mrs. Augusta McCormick will have charge of this meeting. All members and friends are urged to be on time. Subject for discussion is "Our Working Materials." Rev. Joseph Knotts, pastor of the First M.E. church of Medford, and Mrs. Knotts called on Mrs. Agnes Moffitt and Mrs. Augusta McCormick at the Moffitt home Oct. 30. Mrs. Agnes Moffitt, who has been quite ill for the past two weeks, is reported much improved and well on the road to recovery. The Hallowe'en party held at the Reese Creek school house Saturday, Oct. 31, was very much of a success, and the house was full to overflowing. Games and a short program followed by much fun and Hallowe'en noise was thoroughly enjoyed. Refreshments of doughnuts, gingerbread and cider were served during the evening. The teachers and students deserved much credit for the clever decorations and drawings on the blackboards, all lending thought to the theory that the "goblins will catch you if you don't watch out." Mrs. Homer Martin is home from the Community Hospital and is doing nicely. Mr. and Mrs. Merle Jack and three sons, Mrs. Lora French and Ned Jefferies enjoyed a fine chicken dinner at the home of Frank Strahan and son Walter. Other guests during the day were Carl and Bud Cox. Friends of Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Bailey, who moved to San Diego last spring, will be sorry to hear that Mr. Bailey's mother had another stroke Oct. 26 and his father is failing fast and not able to be up all the time. Mr. and Mrs. Bailey have the sympathy of this community. Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Gardner and sons, Maynard and LeRoy, who left this summer for Klamath Falls, have landed a fine position. Mr. Gardner is train inspector at Nubieber, Calif., and they are doing just fine. They wish to be remembered to their many friends in this vicinity. Medford Mail Tribune, November 3, 1936, page 7 TRAIL
TRAIL, Nov. 5.--(Spl.)--The Trail extension unit will meet at the home
of Mrs. Rena Howe Nov. 12. Everyone is invited. All members are
requested to be present, as 100 percent attendance is desired. A
covered dish lunch will be served at noon.Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Blaess and son Bob were dinner guests at the S. W. Hutchinson home Oct. 30. Mr. and Mrs. Gilhousen from Glendale, Calif., spent a few days at their summer home the past weekend. Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Tucker of Medford and Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker of Trail visited at the Nelson Nye home near Prospect Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Watson returned home Oct. 30 after spending 2 months visiting and prospecting in Northern California and Nevada. Mr. Watson is greatly improved in health from his stay in the mountains. They have as their house guests for a few days Mrs. Watson's sister and husband, Mr. and Mrs. Howard Purdue, of San Francisco. Mr. and Mrs. K. E. Hutchinson and daughter Shirley of Klamath Falls were weekend guests at his parents' home here. Mrs. Lyal Tucker visited Monday with her sister, Mrs. John Vincent, and family on Elk Creek. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Messecar were dinner guests at the Ralph Watson home Sunday evening. Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Blaess and son Bob and Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Segessenman and daughter Mary were dinner guests at the Ray Pritchart home Tuesday evening. Mrs. Scott's son Bob from Stockton, Calif., has returned home after a few days visit here. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Nice are located in a cottage of Irwin Howe. Mr. and Mrs. O'Farrell are living in Rev. Gates' cottage. Mr. O'Farrell is federal engineer for the new school house under construction on Elk Creek. The Hallowe'en dance given at Rogue Elk Saturday evening was well attended, and everyone reported having a good time. The box social given at the log cabin hall Thursday evening, Oct. 29, was well attended. Mr. and Mrs. Mike Tucker and Jim Tucker of Ashland are spending a few days at the Boyd Tucker home. While here they are helping the Tuckers build a fireplace in their home. Medford Mail Tribune, November 5, 1936, page 2 MRS. UNIS HOWARD OF EAGLE POINT PASSES
Mrs. E. Unis Howard, 56, of Eagle Point, passed away at a local
hospital this noon. She was the mother of Mrs. E. Ragsdale, of Eagle
Point. A complete obituary and funeral announcements will appear later.Medford Mail Tribune, November 6, 1936, page 3 McLEOD
McLEOD, Nov. 6.--(Spl.)--A dining room is being built into the Tate
store building. Jack Johnson is in charge of the construction.Roy Vaughn is building the Nazarene church in Prospect. Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Lewis, who have spent some months at the von Stein home, have recently returned to their home in Medford. Stewart Weeks and mother attended to business matters in Medford Saturday, as did Mr. and Mrs. Bob Alworth. Bob Ohrt spent Friday with his folks. He rode the 32 miles from Medford in three hours on his new bicycle Friday morning and returned in the afternoon. Bob is now distributing agent for the Oregon Journal in the Medford district and enjoys his job, besides attending Medford High School. Frank Clements of Pasadena is spending a week at Casey's Camp and is having fine luck catching cutthroat trout. The regular monthly meeting of the McLeod home extension unit is scheduled for Thursday, November 5 at the home of Patty Clement at Prospect. Mrs. Mabel C. Mack will conduct a study on food for the school child. Everyone interested is urged to attend these valuable meetings. The Upper Rogue Grange will elect officers at their next meeting. Much interest was shown in the election Tuesday, resulting in a heavy vote hereabouts. A. D. Tate reports having enjoyed a successful pheasant hunt in the valley recently. Medford Mail Tribune, November 6, 1936, page 6 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN, Nov. 6.--(Spl.)--A
Long Mountain school meeting was held October 31 at the little school
house.Among the visitors of Mr. and Mrs. P. M. Stowell this last week were Mr. and Mrs. Albert Clarno from Marshfield who spent a couple of days; Mrs. Vera Burleson, from Beagle, who spent two days; Leonard Mitchell from Klamath Falls who spent the weekend, and Carl Mitchel, here November 1. Mrs. Ethel Milford left October 31 for her home near Olympia, Wash., after spending a couple of months visiting her sister, Mrs. Geo. Stowell. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Stowell, Mrs. Milford, and Bonnie Jean spent October 25 at Crater Lake, returning home by way of Klamath Falls. Mr. and Mrs. Dugan were shopping in Medford November 3. Those attending the home economics club from this district were Mrs. Boren, Mrs. Geo. Stowell, Mrs. Kline. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon True, Jr., left for their home in San Francisco after two weeks' stay at their uncle's summer home early Monday morning. Mrs. Boren attended a shower given for Evelyn Waddell at the home of Mrs. Rein. Also, Benny and Grace Boren and Eileen Boren visited Mrs. Boren one day this week. Medford Mail Tribune, November 6, 1936, page 18 Reese Creek Rites Solemnized Friday
Miss Evelyn Waddell, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Claude Waddell, and
Robert Cowden, son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cowden, were united in
marriage Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock. The ceremony was solemnized at
the home of Rev. and Mrs. H. H. Powell, Rev. Powell reading the ring
service.Present for the ceremony were the parents of the bride and groom; Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Briscoe, of San Diego, grandparents of the bride; Mr. and Mrs. Harold Shaw of Central Point; Mr. and Mrs. George Millard, and the Misses Hilda and Tyra Rein. The young couple are to return to make their home here Nov. 9. Both have been residents of this community the greater part of their lives and have many friends who extend them congratulations and best wishes. Medford Mail Tribune, November 8, 1936, page 4 McLEOD
McLEOD, Nov. 7.--(Spl.)--Home extension unit met at the home of Mrs.
Patty Clemens for an all-day meeting Nov. 5. Mrs. Mabel Mack gave a
very interesting talk on "Food for the School Child." A quilt is being
sold in the near future, and all members are urged to be present at the
next meeting Dec. 9, at the home of Mrs. Helen Axtell. The first
meeting of the Study Club will be Nov. 16 at the home of Mrs. Violet
Ditsworth from 2 until 4 o'clock.Norman Orth and family have moved to Medford for the winter. Mr. and Mrs. McEwen and son Walter were dinner guests at the Harding home last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Stearns will leave the first of the week for San Francisco, where they will attend the celebration opening the new bridge. Frank Netherland is home from Butte Falls and staying at the Alworth home for a few days. Word has been received from Alhambra, Cal., of the marriage of Dorothy Pearle Harding to Stanley Hallett of Pasadena, California. Miss Harding is the daughter of Mrs. Claud E. Harding, who lived here a couple of years. She attended Prospect High School and was well known in the younger set. Mr. and Mrs. Mullins had as dinner guests last Sunday Mr. and Mrs. C. Close and son of Medford and Mr. and Mrs. Larrabee of Central Point. Medford Mail Tribune, November 9, 1936, page 4 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, Nov. 12.--(Spl.)--Sunday school and church services were
well attended and enjoyed. Rev. John Stille preached a splendid sermon
in the evening. Miss Beth Cingcade had charge of the young people's
meeting, each one reading a scripture that had meant the turning point
in his own life to take the stand for Christianity which proved a huge
success. The Antelope and Lake Creek chorus sang one number which was
certainly enjoyed.The W.C.T.U. meeting held at the Gospel church was well attended and enjoyed. Mrs. Augusta McCormick had charge of the meeting. A good program was enjoyed, it being a temperance meeting. Mrs. George Douglas was a guest at the meeting. Mr. and Mrs. Pullen and daughter, Phyllis, of Bandon, were weekend guests of Mr. Pullen's mother, Mrs. W. H. Sheets, and brother, L. W. Pullen, at their home on Crater Lake Highway October 23rd to 26th. While here they were taken to Crater Lake and made the rim road drive, all having a wonderful day. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cowden delivered a fine lot of turkeys for the market Nov. 7. They were in fine condition. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Goddard are the proud parents of a baby boy born at Sacred Heart Hospital in Medford Oct. 29. Mrs. Goddard returned home Sunday. The young gentleman has been named William Ray. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Grow and family have moved into the Maynard place on Crater Lake Highway, moving Nov. 5. Mr. and Mrs. Leigh entertained Sunday with a family reunion of Mrs. Leigh's father's family, honoring her father Mr. DeArmond's 81st birthday. Mr. DeArmond has had a very brilliant career, that of contractor and builder over a long period of years in many sections of the United States. Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack are enjoying a new car these days. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Ragsdale were weekend guests of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cowden. Guests at the W. R. Lamb home Sunday were Mr. and Mrs. S. N. Emison and Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb. The Reese Creek election board had quite a busy day Nov. 3rd, as a very large vote was cast and they didn't get home until the wee small hours of the morning. Mrs. W. R. Lamb has finished taking the school census. There are a large number of school age in the district, and we are enjoying a very fine school this year. Mr. and Mrs. S. N. Emison, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cowden, Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Bellows, Francis, Lois and John Braack, Orville Pollock and Mrs. W. R. Lamb all attended the Townsend Club meeting at Eagle Point Nov. 9, most all those mentioned appearing on the program. Rev. H. H. Powell came home to perform the wedding ceremony of Miss Evelyn Waddell and Robert Cowden Nov. 6. Mrs. Leo Rusho spent the day Tuesday visiting at the W. R. Lamb home. Medford Mail Tribune, November 12, 1936, page 11 BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO, Nov. 12.--(Spl.)--Mrs. H. W. Wright, Mrs. Ray Baker and
little daughters attended the Lost Creek club meeting last Thursday, at
the home of Mrs. Wyant.Walter McKee of Tacoma, Wash., was an overnight guest at the Wright home Wednesday. Louis Dyer of Medford, a Montana friend of Mr. and Mrs. Wright, is now their guest for a few days. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Fernlund went to Salem recently to visit their daughter, who is a patient in the sanitarium there. Mr. and Mrs. Percy Henry and children left for their home in Imperial Valley last Saturday, where they expect to spend the winter. Mrs. Elizabeth Grissom of Climax is the guest of her daughter, Mrs. J. F. Maxfield. Almeta Day spent the weekend as the guest of her friend, Lois Wright. Mrs. Ellen Charley and little daughter spent a week in Medford visiting friends. Mrs. H. W. Wright spent Friday afternoon at the home of Mrs. DeHess near Eagle Point. Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Rohrer of Little Shasta, Cal., were guests last Saturday of Mrs. L. J. Rohrer and Louis Rohrer. A surprise party was given in honor of Lois Wright's fifteenth birthday, at her home last Saturday evening, by the young people of the community. Games were played and delicious refreshments were served at midnight, and all went home feeling a very happy evening had been spent. Medford Mail Tribune, November 12, 1936, page 11 MILLARD ASKS $930 FOR ALLEGED DAMAGE
Suit
for $930 damages, $465 general and $465 exemplary, was filed late
yesterday in circuit court by D. E. Millard against Ford Potter for an
alleged rock-throwing episode at the Millard home at Shady Cove October
27 last.FROM ROCK BARRAGE Millard alleges that Potter maliciously threw rocks through four windows of the living room, "demolishing" a $375 violin, damaging a marimbaphone to the extent of $50 and requiring it to be sent to the factory for repairs, "nicking" the finish of the piano for $5 damages damaging the piano for $5 damages, damaging a mahogany chair in the sum of $10 and causing $25 damages to the house. The complaint sets forth that Potter called at the Shady Cove home of Millard, became angry in the course of a discussion of a business matter and used "vile and abusive language," slammed the front door so hard a large glass was broken, "threatened to knock out every window in the house with an ax," but instead proceeded to the yard and allegedly threw rocks. Medford Mail Tribune, November 13, 1936, page 1 TRAIL
TRAIL, Nov. 17.--(Spl.)--The Trail extension unit met at the home of
Mrs. Rena Howe Thursday, November 12. There were 22 ladies present to
listen to the demonstration on salads given by Mrs. Laurabell Ash and
Mrs. Irma Cushman. A covered dish lunch was served at noon. The next
meeting will be December 10 at the home of Mrs. Helen Messecar at the Rogue River Lodge.Dr. Mallory is in the hospital recovering from injuries received in a fall a few days ago. Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Blaess entertained with a dinner Friday evening November 6. The following guests were present: Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Segessenman, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Pritchart, Mr. and Mrs. Barney Leabo, Mrs. B. H. Taylor and Ed Beckelheimer. Mrs. B. H. Taylor returned to her home at Omaha, Neb., November 10 after spending six months here as a guest of her sister and husband, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Pritchart. Mrs. C. M. Cushman returned home Thursday after spending a week with her sister-in-law, Mrs. Dorothy Ash, in Medford. Mrs. Ash has so far recovered from her recent illness as to be able to be removed from the hospital to the home of her sister. Guy Merriman spent the past weekend at the home of his mother, Mrs. Alma Merriman. Sunday they visited Crater Lake accompanied by Mrs. Lizzie Nichols and Ray Merriman. Mrs. Minnie Blaess, who suffered from ptomaine poisoning last week, is able to be around again. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Ash and family have gone to the coast for a week's vacation. Mr. and Mrs. Mills are living in a cottage at the Rogue River Lodge. Mr. Mills is with the bureau of roads. Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Blaess with some Medford friends drove to Ernie Ernst's casino for dinner on Tuesday evening, November 10. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Peachin called on Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson Monday afternoon. Mrs. Ray Pritchart has returned home for the winter after spending the summer and fall months at Union Creek. S. W. and W. R. Hutchinson shopped in Medford Thursday. The H.E. Club of the Upper Rogue Grange will meet at the log cabin Tuesday afternoon, November 17 in the afternoon. The ladies are entertaining. Mr. and Mrs. Wall of California-on-the-Rogue drove to Medford Armistice Day to see the parade and shop. Medford Mail Tribune, November 17, 1936, page 12 BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO, Nov. 19.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Williams of Oakland,
Cal., were weekend guests at the home of Mr. Williams' sister, Mrs. W.
M. Hansen, and family.Mrs. H. W. Wright and little daughter Dorothy spent Friday afternoon with Mrs. Bennett Gardner at Lake Creek. Louis Rohrer, Gerald Hansen and Billy Marshall attended the carnival at Eagle Point last Friday evening. Mrs. H. W. Wright and children attended the box social at Antelope Friday evening. The farmers here are all very busy this week picking and packing their turkeys for the Thanksgiving market. Mrs. Luella Matlack, who lived here a few years ago but is now living near Medford, has gone to Portland for a goiter operation. Mrs. Charles Terrill, who has been very sick, is improving slowly. The sympathy of this community is extended to the Dysinger family in the loss of their father, who was buried in the Brownsboro cemetery last Monday. Mrs. H. W. Wright attended the Antelope club meeting at the home of Mrs. Bill Walsh last Thursday. The school meeting held in the schoolhouse last week was not largely attended, but the number was sufficient for the voting on the budget, which was the object of the meeting. The new flag has arrived, and it is a great improvement over the old one which had been used so long. Medford Mail Tribune, November 19, 1936, page 9 ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, Nov. 20.--(Spl.)--Carl von der Hellen underwent a major
operation at the Sacred Heart Hospital November 1. He is slowly
improving. It is hoped by his many friends that he will soon recover.Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Wood attended the carnival at Eagle Point November 13. Harve Stanley was re-elected director of the Eagle Point Irrigation District for the next three years. Those attending the recreational club at the Grange hall November 11 from Antelope were Frank Brown, Newton Allen, Alice Allen, Frances and Jean Beck, Marie Wood, Maxine Yorton, Byron Yorton, Mrs. Ruby Riggs and daughters and Bill Bigham and daughter. Mrs. Joe Arens is seriously ill at her home. She is under the care of a Medford doctor. Jim Lawrence returned home November 2 from the hospital, where he has been confined since September 1. Ladies of Antelope are serving the pupils at the school a hot dish daily. Walter Van Rheen of Eagle Point, who passed away last weekend, was buried in the Antelope cemetery November 13. The sympathy of the district is extended to the bereaved family. Antelope Literary Club met November 13. The program was as follows: Piano solo, Mrs. Gertrude Greb; vocal solo, Miss Mary Ann Gates, accompanied by Miss Chloe Ellenburg of Medford (Miss Ellenburg and Miss Gates will be remembered for their part in the operetta at the Medford high school last year); vocal solos, by Hazel and Annabelle Riggs, accompanied by Miss Greb. Those taking part in the Antelope Dude Ranch act: Guitars were played by Dick Baize, Ruby Riggs and Bill Walsh; harmonicas, Mrs. S. W. Baize and Annabelle Riggs; accordion, George McLain. James Baize and Dick Baize sang several numbers, which were enjoyed by all. Bill Gates gave a talk on Thanksgiving. This was certainly enjoyed by all, and everyone looks forward to Mr. Gates returning again soon. The literary committee wishes to thank those who helped on the program. James and Dick Baize sang at Valentine's Cafe Armistice Day. Mrs. Mary McDowell and daughter are spending a few days with Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack of Reese Creek. Those attending the box social at Antelope November 18 from the various places were Mr. and Mrs. Bill Gates and daughter, Miss Chloe Ellenburg, Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Baize and sons, Dick and James and Miss Linda Wright, all of Medford; Jean Clark and Mrs. T. A. Askew of Reese Creek; Mr. and Mrs. Bill Perry, of Eagle Point; Mrs. W. H. Wright and daughters of Brownsboro. Ladies' Social Club met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Walsh November 12. It was "husbands' day." Men present were Burt Burkhart, Ben Oswald, Henly Owens, Bill Bigham and Tom Hatlett. Women visitors were Mrs. W. H. Wright of Brownsboro, Mrs. Bullock and Mrs. Wayman Berman of Medford. Mrs. Bigham is a sister of Bill Walsh. Medford Mail Tribune, November 20, 1936, page 8 TRAIL
TRAIL, Nov. 20.--(Spl.)--The H.E. Club of the Upper Rogue Grange
entertained for all ladies of the Grange at the Log Cabin Tuesday,
November 17. There were 22 ladies present. After the business meeting
games were played. The lunch committee served lunch of fruit jello
salad and cookies. The next meeting will be held December 15 at Mrs.
Francis Ash's home near Trail. There will be a Christmas exchange, so
each lady bring an inexpensive gift.Mr. and Mrs. H. R. Hutchinson, after visiting at her brother's home for a week, returned to their home in Portland Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Hutchinson have recently sold their home in Seattle, where they had lived over 30 years, and moved to Portland to make their home. Mrs. Irma Cushman, Mrs. Arlee Ragsdale and Miss Mabel Ragsdale spent Tuesday in Medford. Mrs. Cushman and Mrs. Ragsdale attended a local leaders meeting in extension work in the court house. Mrs. Helen Messecar, a recent bride, was given a surprise shower at her home Wednesday afternoon. There were 14 ladies present. After the gifts were unwrapped and viewed by all, lunch of ice cream and cake was served. Mrs. Florence Watson shopped in Medford Tuesday afternoon. Jim Tucker from near Ashland is spending a few days here with his brother, helping them construct a fireplace in their home. Dr. Mallory, who fell from a ladder last week, is still confined to the hospital, but is slowly improving. Mrs. Francis Ash, Mrs. Newton, Miss Bettie Ash, Carl Dawson and Albert Johnson all drove to Medford Tuesday evening. Mrs. Ash and Mrs. Newton to visit and the young people to attend the show. Mr. and Mrs. Hall of California on the Rogue drove to Klamath Falls for the day Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Peabody from the lunch room at Trail are planning a trip to San Diego to visit relatives. Mrs. Nice will have charge of the lunch room during their absence. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Watson and son, Carroll, and Everett Cushman were dinner guests at the Boyd Tucker home November 15. Miss Bettie Ash from Elk Creek is staying with her grandmother, Mrs. Mary Warner. Mrs. Alberta Hughes and son Albert are both on the sick list. We still have beautiful sunshine every day. The farmers are hoping for some rain soon. A box social will be held at the community hall on Elk Creek Saturday night, November 28. Everyone is invited. Medford Mail Tribune, November 20, 1936, page 9 REBECCA PRINCE DIES IN EAGLE PT.
Rebecca Copley Prince, 78, passed away at her home in Eagle Point at 10
p.m. Thursday after residing there for the past nine years. She
formerly resided at Talent.Mrs. Prince was born at Wheeling, W. Va., July 25, 1853. She leaves two children, Percy Prince of Eagle Point and Alice Ruben of Portland; also six grandchildren, one of whom, Mrs. Harry Ingling, resides in Medford. Mrs. Prince was the last of a large family to hear the final summons. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Leonard Weston at the Conger chapel at 10:30 a.m. Monday. Interment will be in the Talent cemetery. Medford Mail Tribune, November 20, 1936, page 10 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN, Nov. 20.--(Spl.)--Turkey picking is in full swing in
this district. It started November 16. Those who do not own turkeys to
have picked are out picking for their neighbors.Mrs. Eva Nichols spent November 8 visiting Mr. and Mrs. Natwick. Mrs. Homer Brown from Central Point and Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Lawson of Medford had dinner with Mr. and Mrs. George Lawson November 10. A birthday dinner party was given November 7 at the Pearl Stowell home. Those attending were Mr. and Mrs. George Stowell, Mr. and Mrs. Pearl Stowell and granddaughter Patsy; Merrill, Gerald, Harry and Carl Mitchell. Those having birthdays were George Stowell, Pearl Stowell and Merrill Mitchell. We want to welcome our new neighbors who just moved in our community, Mr. and Mrs. Charley Moomaw from California, who purchased the ranch that formerly belonged to J. E. Stowell, who has recently moved to Butte Falls. Another birthday dinner party was given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Stowell November 15. The dinner was given for John Smith, George Stowell, Chester Smith and Irene Stowell. Those attending were Mr. and Mrs. George Stowell, Mr. and Mrs. John Smith, Hazel Chase and Chester Smith. Those picking turkeys in this district are Mrs. Boren, Mr. and Mrs. Nick Young, Mr. Kline, Mr. and Mrs. P. M. Stowell, Mrs. Ruth Natwick and Mr. and Mrs. Lawson. Medford Mail Tribune, November 20, 1936, page 13 WORK STARTS ON NEW WATER WORKS AT EAGLE POINT
Construction of Eagle Point's new water system was under way yesterday
with probability that the job would be completed before expiration of
the allotted five months. It was contemplated that major part of the
construction would be finished by January 1.Meantime Eagle Point was still suffering from a shortage of water, it being reported that all but two of the town's wells were dry. The two wells have been utilized generously, and some of the citizens have been transporting water in tin containers from Medford. The water system is being constructed by the Lillebo & Bernhardt company of Reedsport. Tom Lillebo, member of the firm, arrived in Eagle Point Thursday to take charge of the work. Construction is being supervised by A. B. Hicks, assistant resident engineer inspector for the Public Works Administration. Contract calls for construction of a reservoir and distribution system, including installation of hydrants. The reservoir is to have a capacity of 53,000 gallons, considered enough for three days' normal consumption should a break in the pipeline or shutoff occur. It is expected that installation of the water system with hydrants will materially reduce fire insurance rates. The new system is to be linked with the Medford pipeline from Big Butte. Eagle Point will pay Medford for the water consumed at wholesale rates, a meter to register the consumption at the intake, it was stated by Robert A. Duff, superintendent of the water commission here. The project will cost a total of $16,563.25. Of this amount the PWA made an outright grant of $7,364 and the remainder was provided by Eagle Point through a bond issue. Medford Mail Tribune, November 22, 1936, page 3 McLEOD
McLEOD, Nov. 22.--(Spl.)--On Sunday, November 15, Grandma McIntire was
surprised by a large gathering of relatives, the occasion being her
78th birthday. Four generations were represented, the sons being as
follows: Mr. and Mrs. Roy McIntire of Little Applegate and Mr. and Mrs.
Harry McIntire of McLeod. The daughters are Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Gray of
Murphy, Mr. and Mrs. A. O. Young of McLeod, and daughter-in-law Mrs.
Florence McIntire of Eagle, Idaho. Grandchildren are Erold McIntire of
Little Applegate, Leatha, Mary Ann and Lorin McIntire of McLeod, Byron
and Doris Gray of Murphy, Mrs. May Stevenson of Eagle, Idaho, and
Florence McIntire of Chiloquin. Great-grandchildren are Betty Lorain
Stevenson of Eagle, Idaho, and Bobby McIntire of Chiloquin. Friends who
were there were Mr. and Mrs. Charley Brown, and Porter Talbert, all
from Missouri.Mr. and Mrs. McFarland and Mrs. E. Sublette were attending to business in Butte Falls November 18. Ted Smith, who is working at Weiser, Idaho, spent a few days here visiting his wife and family recently. Arthur Mullins motored to Salem November 14 and then on to Portland, where he visited a few days with relatives. A delightful shower was given at the home of Mrs. Rena Howe November 18 in honor of Mrs. Messica, who was before her marriage Helen Hughes. The bride received very useful gifts and all present wished her happiness. Bill Hess, football coach for Southern California, flew to the Medford airport from Los Angeles and then motored out to McLeod, where he visited at the E. L. Glass home November 14. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Mullins motored to Medford November 17, where they were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Close. Miss Erma Glass spent Sunday, November 15, in Medford where she attended the show, seeing the picture "Ramona." The neighbors who are busy picking turkeys this week are the Hal Von Steins, Neb Von Steins and Bob Alworth. Clifford Collier motored to Klamath Falls November 17. Tressie Vaughn and Helen Axtell attended the school on salads in Medford November 17, given by Miss Lucy Case. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Harding and Miss Maxine Harding attended the CCC dance in Medford November 18. Mr. and Mrs. Leon Gline and daughters Margaret and Mary called on Mr. and Mrs. I. Byrd and family November 15. The Beddingfield family have returned to their home after spending the summer at Klamath Falls. Mr. and Mrs. I. Byrd and family visited with friends and relatives in Talent and Ashland November 16. Joan Axtell, who is attending school in Medford, is visiting with her parents and will remain until after Thanksgiving. Mr. and Mrs. Tate left November 21 for Los Angeles, where they will visit for a few weeks. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Stearns will be in charge of Tate's store during their absence. Medford Mail Tribune, November 23, 1936, page 7 EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, Nov. 24.--(Spl.)--Ed Nunn and brother of Eastern Oregon
have moved into one of the houses owned by Mrs. Blanch Stanley on the
south side of the creek. Ed Nunn is manager of the Eagle Point
Irrigation District.Mrs. Carlyle Natwick of the Long Mountain district was a caller in Eagle Point Wednesday afternoon. Mrs. Herb Perry went to Medford last Wednesday to a doctor who removed a small growth from her nose. She is feeling much better at this time. Mrs. R. O. Varnum and baby daughter Audrey Carol and Mrs. C. L. Moon and small daughter Betty Cecil of Butte Falls were callers of Mrs. Orville Henderson Friday. Mrs. Mabel Warner of Medford is the new proprietress of the Oasis beauty salon and took possession on Wednesday of this week. The many friends and patrons of Mrs. Fred "Swinney" Farlow, former proprietress, will miss her, but as she will still live nearby, she most likely will be back occasionally just for auld times sake. Floyd Pearce left last Thursday evening for Portland on a business trip. Mrs. Tate of the McLeod resort was a business caller in Eagle Point Thursday afternoon. Dave Pence of Elk Creek delivered a truckload of cattle to the Geo. Brown brothers Thursday. The Keith Scott family, who have been ill with the flu, are all much improved at this time. Mrs. Joe King and mother, Mrs. Rena Haselton of Ashland, were calling on friends in Eagle Point Thursday afternoon. The sincere sympathy of this community is extended to the Percy Prince family in the death of his mother, "Grandma" Prince, Thursday night, November 19th. Thirty-five members of the Eagle Point Grange went up to the log cabin on Rogue River, where the upper Rogue grange hold their meetings, last Thursday evening, to put on installation work. A most enjoyable evening was the result. Mr. and Mrs. Don Brittsan, accompanied by Mrs. Brittsan's sister Mrs. Geo. Van Fleet, returned last Tuesday evening from a few days visit in Seattle. Mrs. Van Fleet remained in Seattle. Mrs. Myron Brownwood of the Debenger Gap district, Mrs. Mabel Ragsdale and Mrs. Mary Fry of Trail were all patrons of the Oasis beauty salon Thursday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Neugart have moved into the Ed Cingcade house. Ed expects to spend the winter in California. Miss Florence Putman is working at Mrs. Ousterhout's for a few days during the busy turkey season. Roy Stanley sent another truckload of beef steers to a Medford market last Tuesday. Medford Mail Tribune, November 24, 1936, page 9 Eagle Pt. Scouts Draft Program; Patrols Chosen
EAGLE POINT, Nov. 25.--(Spl.)--Troop 18, Boy Scouts of Eagle Point met
last Thursday night at the high school with 8 members present. A
reorganization program was chief business of the evening. A patrol of
small boys and beginners was made with Lyle Smith as patrol leader.
Another patrol of older boys was made up with Herbert Pruett, leader.A Green Bar council was organized, and the officers met on Monday night at Lyle Smith's house to start their first first month's program outline. Members of the council are: Senior patrol leader, Dale Throckmorton; scribe, Chester Robertson; quartermaster, Elmer Harnish; historian, Eddie Dahack; patrol leaders, Lyle Smith and Herbert Pruett; junior assistant scoutmaster, David Hannaford. An interesting future is looked forward to by the boys, and increased interest is shown by Scouts and Scouters alike. Arrangements are being made for the boys to sell Christmas cards; the proceeds go toward troop financing. Several new members are expected soon. Basketball was enjoyed and popcorn was served as refreshments. The meeting was presided over by Scoutmaster Gerald Cook. Medford Mail Tribune, November 25, 1936, page 6 TRAIL
TRAIL, Nov. 27.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Irwin Howe and daughter Wanda
drove to Stockton, Calif., to spend Thanksgiving with J. M. Cusick and
family. While there they plan to drive over the new bridge at San
Francisco. During their absence Mesdames Warren Ash, C. M. Cushman and
Alma Merriman will have charge of the post office and Tom Thompson will
run the store.Frank Gates returned home November 22 from Corvallis, where he attended the O.S.C. football game. Mrs. E. L. Gates shopped in Medford November 23. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hammond and two daughters of Willow Springs visited at the Merriman home Sunday. Mrs. Francis Ash entertained at Thanksgiving dinner the following guests: Lowell Ash, Carl Dawson and Albert Johnson. Little Shirley Dawson from Chiloquin is here with her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. R. Dawson, for a visit. E. W. Segessenman has started his trucks to hauling logs to the mill in Medford again. Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Cushman and two children, Ivorene and Melba, spent Thanksgiving with the Wilmer Ragsdale family. Francis Witham returned November 23 from three days' visit with his parents at Triangle Lake and friends at Eugene. C. M. Cushman is working for Glen Howe. Mr. and Mrs. Burt Clark had Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson as guests for dinner Sunday, November 22. Elmer Dawson is digging a well for Wilmer Ragsdale. Mrs. Scott is on the sick list and was taken to Medford to see a doctor Tuesday. Miss Bettie Ash visited with Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson and Mrs. B. Clark Tuesday afternoon at the home or Mrs. Hutchinson. Hollis Chamberlain has returned to his home in Michigan, after spending several months here with relatives. Hollis is a nephew of Mrs. Francis Ash. Mrs. C. Freeman and Mrs. Burt Freeman and daughter Marjorie, of Ashland, visited at the Ed Cushman home on Trail Creek November 22. George Kelly, night foreman of the Gates Construction Co., spent the past weekend visiting in Albany. Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker will entertain with Thanksgiving dinner for their daughter, Mrs. Henry Fiock and family of Yreka, Calif., and son Wilbur and wife of Medford. Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Cushman and two children were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Ash Sunday. Ways and means committee of Upper Rogue Grange announce another dance for Saturday night, November 28, at Rogue Elk hall. All Grangers and families and friends are invited. They hope to have a large crowd. This will be a benefit dance to help with the new Grange hall now under construction. Mrs. Alma Merriman accompanied Mrs. Eva Segessenman up the Rogue River on Red Cross membership drive November 24. They had lunch with Mrs. Essie Sawyer. Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson spent Thanksgiving in Klamath Falls the guests of their son Keva and family. Mrs. J. O. Farrell is entertaining an aunt from Portland for a few weeks. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Clark are enjoying a new fireplace in their home, which was built by Ray Briggs. Mrs. Eva Weeks has returned to her home on Elk Creek after spending several weeks in Ashland. Medford Mail Tribune, November 27, 1936, page 17 ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, Dec. 1.--(Spl.)--Miss Linda Wright entertained her pupils
with a Thanksgiving party November 25. The children gave a short
program and refreshments of ice cream and cookies were served.Those calling on Mr. and Mrs. B. K. Riggs November 22 were Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Greb and children, Mr. and Mrs. Bob Lindsay and daughter, and Mr. and Mrs. Cal Spencer. Cal Spencer returned from Portland November 21, where he underwent medical treatment. Earl and Arlin Millard have sold their ranch and will move in March. Rev. Randall attended the Antelope Union Sunday school November 22. Carl von der Hellen returned home from the hospital November 26. He was operated on November 1. Mrs. Bill Bigham will entertain the Ladies' Social Club December 9. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hatlett spent Thanksgiving Day in Grants Pass. Mr. and Mrs. Bill entertained with Thanksgiving luncheon November 26. Those present were Mrs. Aletta Bigham, Miss Grace Bigham, Basil Bigham from Sams Valley; Mr. and Mrs. Frank Myers and son, Mr. and Mrs. Smith and children, Mr. and Mrs. Everett Brown from Lakeview; Mr. and Mrs. Jim Kneeland and daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Bigham and children and Mr. and Mrs. Elbert Bigham. Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jacks and children, Mr. and Mrs. H. Ball of Reese Creek, and Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Stille and son of Medford, were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Wallace McDowell recently. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Walsh and children spent Thanksgiving Day with Mr. and Mrs. Carl von der Hellen. Bob Lindsay is working for the Eagle Point Irrigation District. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Wood entertained with a party in honor of their daughter, Marie, Saturday evening, November 28. Refreshments were served at midnight to a large number of young people. Misses Verna and Bette Cingcade entertained with a party Friday evening, November 27. The party was in honor of the Reese Creek and Antelope Sunday school members. Mrs. Eva Arens returned home from Portland a few days ago, where she has been receiving medical treatment. It is reported that Mrs. Arens is improving rapidly. It is hoped that she will soon be well again. Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Baize and sons Dick and James, and Miss Doris Ellenburg of Medford, Mr. and Mrs. B. K. Riggs and children were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. B. E. Baize Thanksgiving Day. Medford Mail Tribune, December 1, 1936, page 2 BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO, Dec. 1.--(Spl.)--E. E. Tucker and son Virgil of Merrill
spent a few days last week with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Tucker.Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Glass and daughter Geneva were Thanksgiving guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Mershon in Fern Valley. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Tucker spent Thanksgiving with Mr. and Mrs. Will Morris at Central Point. Orville Wright of Havre, Mont., and Walter McKee of Tacoma, Wash., were weekend guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Wright. Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Hansen spent a few days last week at Hornbrook, Calif., visiting relatives. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Gilbert and Glen Marshall of Roseburg drove down Wednesday night and spent Thanksgiving with Mr. and Mrs. Walter Marshall. Dinner guests at the home of Mrs. L. J. Rohrer on Thanksgiving were Gertrude Bloomingcamp of Medford, Gerald Hansen, Mr. and Mrs. G. A. Hansen and Mildred and Bruce Hansen. Gertrude Bloomingcamp was also an overnight guest at the Rohrer home Wednesday night. Lois Wright spent the holiday vacation with friends in Grants Pass. Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Maxfield went to Central Point on Sunday of last week to help with the barn raising on the Grissom place. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Fernlund and son Robert spent Thursday in Medford with the Carl Fernlund family. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Fernlund also spent the day in Medford visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jackson. Mrs. J. D. Henry spent several days last week in Medford, the guest of her daughter, Mrs. Nelson. Louis Rohrer spent a few days last week visiting relatives at Hornbrook and Little Shasta, Calif. Rev. D. D. Randall, Sunday school missionary, and Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Cingcade visited the Brownsboro school on Sunday of last week. Rev. Randall gave an interesting talk at the close of Sunday school. Mildred Hansen, who is attending Normal at Ashland, spent the holiday vacation with her parents. Medford Mail Tribune, December 1, 1936, page 2 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, Dec. 1.--(Spl.)--Many Thanksgiving dinners were served in
this community. Mr. and Mrs. Homer Martin and family were entertained
with a turkey dinner by Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Martin at Beagle; Mr. and
Mrs. Wilfred Jack and family were dinner guests of their daughter and
son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. James McDowell, enjoying a turkey dinner; Mr.
and Mrs. Jack Grow entertained with a turkey dinner for all their
family, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Delassie, of Grants Pass; S. E. Treub, and
sister, and friend Miss Showers, all of Medford, and Mrs. Gladys
Nichols of Eagle Point; Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphrey were guests of
Mr. and Mrs. Earl Herndern of Medford.Frances Davidson of Eagle Point spent the weekend with her sister and family, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Merritt, enjoying a turkey dinner Thanksgiving Day. Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb enjoyed a fine turkey dinner with their son C. E. Lamb and family of Derby. The Reese Creek Sunday school enjoyed a good attendance Nov. 29. Frances Davidson sang a solo; Rev. Stille from Shady Cove preached a fine sermon in the evening; Miss Beth Cingcade led in a song service. Miss Gladys Rusho wasn't able to come to lead the Young People's meeting. The cottage prayer meetings held each Wednesday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Pullen are doing a splendid work. The school put on a very fine program Thursday night, both rooms doing themselves proud with a Thanksgiving program. The teachers are to be congratulated on the splendid work. The drawing on the boards depicting the first Thanksgiving deserve more than mere mention. Miss Christiana Schroeder, and Mrs. Catherine Nichols were the artists. A full house was in attendance, Mrs. Vimont from Medford, W. H. Vimont's mother, was a guest at the program, accompanying Frances Davidson for a vocal solo. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Lewis were dinner guests Nov. 8 at the W. R. Lamb home. Mrs. Lewis' son Ernest Olsen, who is attending school at Corvallis majoring in forestry, spent Thanksgiving visiting with his mother and stepfather, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis. They are old-time friends of the Lamb family. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Vestal moved into the Roy Bilderback home Nov 14. Kathleen has entered school here. Glenn Unger, who had an accident several weeks ago with a gun, had to have the badly mangled finger removed at the Community Hospital Nov. 2. He is doing nicely at present. Mr. and Mrs. Will Wheeler and daughter Margaret, of near Medford, and Mrs. Wheeler's sister, Mrs. Edward Scanlin, of Manhattan, Mont., were guests at the W. R. Lamb home Nov. 13. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Robertson, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Pullen; Mr. and Mrs. Delroy Jackson, Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Thomas, Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Leigh, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cowden, Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Lang and Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb, all had their turkeys picked and marketed for Thanksgiving market. Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Hammel have marketed several thousand birds, being the largest turkey raisers in the community. The Reese Creek W.C.T.U. will meet Thursday, December 3, at the Gospel Mission church. All members and friends are invited to come and enjoy a helpful afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Hatfield were guests at the Charles Humphrey and W. R. Lamb homes Nov. 14 and 15. also visiting their daughter's family, Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Cingcade of Butte Falls. Mr. and Mrs. Hatfield are living in Ashland now, having sold their place to Mr. and Mrs. Grace of Ashland this summer. Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb were calling on Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Lang Sunday afternoon. H. H. Powell was home for the weekend from Camp Oregon Caves, for preaching services at the Gospel Mission church. Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb were shopping in Medford Monday, which was quite a bit colder than any morning in November, going down to 13 degrees. Medford Mail Tribune, December 1, 1936, page 9 McLEOD
McLEOD, Dec 1.--(Spl.)--Guests at the Alworth home Thanksgiving Day
were Mr. and Mrs. D. Clemens of Medford and Mr. and Mrs. Jim Casey of
McLeod and Frank Netherland.Mrs. L. Sublette and Miss Maxine Harding spent Saturday and Sunday in Medford, visiting friends and shopping. Richard Vincent was taken to Medford November 20, where he will stay until he feels better. Miss Clara Gorden is staying on the Vincent farm. Sam Millar, who has been living in Klamath Falls, has returned and is staying at the Herby Carlton ranch for the winter. Miss Erma Glass is spending a few days at Prospect with Mrs. Katie Grieve. The children of Laurelhurst school regret that Miss Weiser, the county nurse, has been transferred to Applegate. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Vaughn and family spent Thanksgiving Day at the Dave Pence home. Little Joan Axtell was taken to Sacred Heart Hospital November 21, suffering with a sore throat, but is home now, fully recovered. Visitors at the Cliff Collier home home over the weekend were Mr. and Mrs. M. Spencer and family from Crescent City, Mrs. N. Whitiker and A. A. Hall, all from Eugene. The Upper Rogue Study Club met November 24 at the home of Mrs. Pattie Clemens. Officers elected were: President, Mrs. Pattie Clemens; secretary, Mrs. Caroline Harding, leader, Mrs. Helen Axtell, and assistant leader, Mrs. Tressie Vaughn. The next Study Club meeting will be on December 22, at the home of Mrs. Violet Ditsworth, from 2 until 4 in the afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Cliff Collier spent Thanksgiving Day at Willow Springs, the guests of Mrs. Jean Blackford. There was a family reunion Thanksgiving Day at the home of Mrs. Merle Carlton. Mr. and Mrs. Elbert Glass and family spent Thanksgiving in Central Point, the guests of Mrs. Dean. Mrs. J. A. Danielson of Tacoma, Wash., spent Thanksgiving with her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Taylor, on Butte Creek. Mrs. Danielson left for her home again Saturday. Miss Shirley Verger of Portland is the new nurse for Laurelhurst school and vicinity. Mr. McDonald of Rogue Elk sent a splendid drawing of a turkey to the children of Laurelhurst school. It is tacked on the wall. The next meeting of the home extension unit will be held at the home of Mrs. Helen Axtell, December 9. All ladies are asked to bring a Christmas gift not to exceed 15 cents. Mrs. Eva Segessenman and Mrs. Alma Merriman were soliciting Red Cross donations November 24. Miss Powell, teacher at Laurelhurst, had a splendid Thanksgiving program November 25, as follows: Reading by Tad Von Stein, poem by Helen Madden, poem by Norman Geary, song by Ronnie and Jack Rodgers, poem-dialogue by Joe Madden and Gene Ditsworth, song by Tad and Dean Von Stein, poem by Lester Madden, song by Harry Harding, Jr., poem by Arnold Ragsdale and Nels Geary, poem by Jimmie Collier and Sterling Ditsworth, song by Wendel Vaughn and Raymond Mullins. Mothers who attended were Mrs. Vaughn, Mrs. Collier, Mrs. H. Ditsworth and Mrs. Harding. Butte Falls student body will present a play, "Mama's Baby Boy," on December 4 at 8 p.m., at the high school. Everyone is invited. Prospect High School played Talent in a basketball game at the Talent high school Wednesday evening, November 25, score being 15 to 20 in favor of Talent. Medford Mail Tribune, December 1, 1936, page 9 REESE CREEK CHURCH GAINING IN INTEREST
REESE CREEK, Dec. 2.--(Spl.)--Interest is gaining in Sunday school and
church, in the little Mission church here from Sunday to Sunday.Two weeks ago three young men were baptized, the second baptismal service since the church was dedicated a few years ago. Thanksgiving Day there was a well-attended prayer and praise service. Last Sunday there were 41 at Sunday school, all staying for the church service. Rey. H. H. Powell, pastor, preached on the subject, "Can I be good one day and sin the next?" Medford Mail Tribune, December 2, 1936, page 7 EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, Dec. 3.--(Spl.)--Word was received in Eagle Point Monday
of the death of an old-time resident, Porter Robinette, a brother of
Mrs. Sarah Coy of this place. Mr. Robinette has resided at Oakland for
some time, where he passed early Monday morning, November 30. Deepest
sympathy is extended to "Grandma" Coy as well as the other bereaved
relatives.Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Davison of Mountain Home, Idaho left last Monday morning to return home after a week's visit with the Walter Young family. Mrs. Young is a sister of Mrs. Davison, and was enjoyably surprised on seeing her, as she had not heard they intended coming. Mr. and Mrs. "Pack" Stowell of Butte Falls were calling on friends in Eagle Point last Thursday. The Civic Improvement Club will meet at the usual place Thursday afternoon December 3rd with Mrs. Eva Nichols, Mrs. Jim Hannaford and Mrs. Ben Kingery as hostesses. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Robinette of Eugene, Oregon returned home last Monday after several days spent in Eagle Point and vicinity, being called here by the death of Mrs. Robinette's brother, George Fisher of Trail. Mr. and Mrs. Robinette are former residents of this place. Mrs. Loren Farlow of Butte Falls was a visitor in Eagle Point Monday forenoon while en route to Medford. C. E. Drake and Beulah Tingleaf of Klamath Falls spent Thanksgiving with Mrs. Nellie Tingleaf and family of this place. Mr. Drake is a brother of Mrs. Tingleaf. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Perry entertained Mr. and Mrs. Orville Henderson at dinner last Friday evening. Mrs. Don Brittsan attended the funeral of her aunt, Mrs. George Owings, in Ashland Tuesday, who passed away in Medford last Friday morning. Marvin Gossett of Klamath Falls spent last Sunday visiting at the home of his father-in-law, Joe Worthington, who lives a short distance east of Eagle Point. George Putman, Orville Henderson and Edw. Chamberlain made and installed a new headgate in the Fryer ditch last Sunday. Miss Margie Nichols spent last weekend as guest of Miss Dorothy Vestal of Reese Creek. Mrs. Wm. Brown entertained with a family dinner on Thanksgiving Day. Guests were as follows: Mr. and Mrs. Royal Brown, mother and stepfather, Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Light, half-sister and brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Taylor, brother and sister-in-law and the host, Wm. Brown. The teachers who went away last Wednesday for their Thanksgiving vacation were Miss Yetta Olson to Longview, Wash.; Miss Melba Day, to Portland; and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Neugart to Albany. They all returned Sunday night and reported a very pleasant vacation. Mrs. Eva Nichols and Mrs. Orville Henderson drove to Klamath Falls last Sunday and spent the day with Mrs. Henderson's sister, Mrs. C. H. Davis, and mother, Mrs. R. A. Smith, who recently returned from a month's visit in Southern California. Bertrand Stanley left Monday morning on his return to San Mateo, California, where he is attending junior college, after spending Thanksgiving vacation with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Stanley, and friend, Donald Ashpole. He made the trip both ways on a motorcycle, making the trip up here in eight and one-half hours. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Taylor returned to their home in Portland, Sunday after a few days' visit in Eagle Point with relatives. Mrs. Ethel Florey of Medford was a business caller in Eagle Point Tuesday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Light left last Friday morning for their home in Santa Barbara, California. "Jackie" Stoner returned with his mother, nee Hazel Stoner, to make his home there and will be greatly missed by a host of young friends, as well as by older ones, but all hope he will be very happy in his new home. Medford Mail Tribune, December 3, 1936, page 7 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN, Dec. 3.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Fred Farlow moved to Fort Klamath last week.Orval Henderson of Eagle Point was a visitor of Mr. and Mrs. Carly Natwick November 22. Visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Lawson this weekend were Mr. and Mrs. Kinney of Central Point, Mr. and Mrs. Putman of Eagle Point and Mr. and Mrs. LaFayette Lawson of Reese Creek. Those having Thanksgiving dinner at Mr. and Mrs. Stowell's were Mr. and Mrs. John Smith of Eagle Point and their son, Chester; Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Stowell and family. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Miller of Fort Klamath were last week visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Marsh Garrett. Mrs. Miller is a sister of Mrs. Garrett. Those having Thanksgiving dinner at Mrs. L. F. Boren's were Mr. and Mrs. G. Boren, Mr. and Mrs. Trout and Mr. and Mrs. Tigean and family. Tommy Natwick has been ill the last week with quinsy and has been absent from school a few days. Those having Thanksgiving dinner at Mrs. P. M. Stowell's were her sons Merrill, Carl, Leonard, Gerald, and Harry Mitchell and daughter, Mrs. Vera Burleson. Mrs. Burleson has been visiting her mother. Medford Mail Tribune, December 3, 1936, page 7 TRAIL
TRAIL, Dec. 4.--(Spl.)--George Fisher, who died in a Grants Pass
hospital from blood poisoning caused by a crushed hand, was buried in
the Trail cemetery Saturday, November 28. Services were conducted by
Rev. Millard in the mission here. He leaves one brother, Ed, at Shady
Cove and a niece, Mrs. Burnett of Eugene,Mrs. Lily Saltzman of Medford and Mrs. Jennie Waine of Missoula, Mont., were guests at the S. W. Hutchinson home November 29. Mrs. Waine is spending the winter with Mrs. Saltzman. Mrs. Lizzie Nichols spent Thanksgiving holidays with her two sons, Derrell and Bob, in Grants Pass. Miss Hammond of Willow Springs is spending a few days with her aunt, Mrs. Alma Merriman. Mr. and Mrs. Irwin Howe and daughter, Wanda, returned home Sunday from Stockton, Calif., where they spent Thanksgiving with friends. Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson visited a few days near Medford the first of the week, the house guest of Mrs. Lillian Saltzman. Miss Inez Burt, who has been spending the past two weeks at the home of her parents here, will return to Canyonville December 5 by stage, where she will enter school again. Mr. and Mrs. Hall of California on the Rogue spent Tuesday shopping in Medford. The new Grange hall near the Carlton place is nearly ready for the roof. The clear, sunshiny days are ideal to get the building up. Mesdames Laurabel Ash and Irma Cushman and Frances Ash all shopped in Medford Tuesday. Mesdames Lyal Tucker and Jennie Hutchinson of Trail and Tressie Vaughn of McLeod attended a party at the Girls' Community Club in Medford Tuesday. The Trail extension unit will meet December 10 with Mrs. Helen Messecar at the Rogue River Lodge. All ladies invited. Medford Mail Tribune, December 4, 1936, page 4 McLEOD
McLEOD, Dec. 7.--(Spl.)--Evelyn Ditsworth was taken to the Community
Hospital December 1, suffering with a sore throat. She is reported as
being somewhat better now.Mr. and Mrs. Tate have returned home from Los Angeles, where they spent Thanksgiving with friends. Richard Vincent is now home again but not able to work. His many friends wish him a speedy recovery. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Pettegrew were visitors at the Herb Carlton home December 2. The Grange hall was broken into one night last week and several lamps taken. Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Clemens and son Barton of Medford were dinner guests at the Bob Alworth home December 2. Vida Sinclair, who has been visiting her folks on Elk Creek, returned home December 2. Word has been received from Mrs. Mae Richardson from Chicago. She is on her way to Washington, D.C., to visit her son and family. Mr. and Mrs. Alworth were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Casey December 3. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Harding and family spent the weekend in Medford, the guests of Mr. and Mrs. B. McEmen and family. Those who were shopping in Medford December 5 included Mr. and Mrs. Elder. Several ladies got together and drove to where the new Grange hall is being erected and surprised the men who are working there with a nice hot dinner, which was enjoyed by all, several ladies helping with the carpenter work. One young lady was reported as getting on the roof and nailing on shakes. Those who did not attend the meeting of the Upper Rogue Grange December 3 missed a grand time. After the regular business session there was the social hour which was filled with a lot of good games and eats. Santa Claus' agent was there in person to inquire from each one just what he wanted Santa to bring him for Christmas. There were numerous requests, but when one young lady wanted Santa to bring her a husband everyone laughed, and the young men who were present began to straighten their neckties and smooth back their hair. Medford Mail Tribune, December 7, 1936, page 7 Eagle Pt. Scouts Conduct Meeting Under New Plan
EAGLE POINT, Dec. 9.--(Spl.)--Eagle Point Boy Scout Troop 18, B.S.A.,
held their weekly meeting Thursday night in the high school gym. It was
the first meeting under the green bar council system and rearranged
patrols. New officers of the troop are: Dale Throckmorton, senior
patrol leader; David Hannaford, junior assistant scout master; Herbert
Pruett, Panther Patrol leader; Lyle Smith, Beaver Patrol leader;
Chester Robertson, troop scribe; Edwin Crandall, troop historian; Elmer
Harnish, quartermaster.The meeting, under the leadership of Dale Throckmorton, Senior Patrol leader, was opened by Senior Assistant Scoutmaster David Hannaford. Roll call and dues collection by the Scout scribe. Mr. Woodrich, troop committee chairman, gave a short educational talk, which was greatly appreciated. A short recreational period was held, followed by business meeting and a half hour of basketball. A short talk on subscribing to Boys' Life was given by Scoutmaster Gerald Cook. Meeting was closed by David Hannaford, junior assistant Scoutmaster. Lester Throckmorton, troop committeeman, was present. The meeting was under the direction of Gerald Cook, Scoutmaster. Medford Mail Tribune, December 9, 1936, page 9 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, Dec. 10.--(Spl.)--American Union Sunday school is carrying
on and doing very nicely, with a good attendance. Rev. John Stille
preached a fine sermon Sunday evening and Verna Cingcade led the young
people's meeting. A fine bunch of young people from Antelope, Lake
Creek and Shady Cove all come every Sunday evening to join the Reese
Creek young people, and all enjoy helpful meetings.Reese Creek school is just doing fine work in their studies, and just now are working on their Christmas program at odd moments. Miss Gladys Rusho, who was absent from high school last week on account of illness from flu, is well and returned to her studies. Members and friends of Reese Creek "Youths' Temperance Council" met at the C. L. Cummons home Friday evening, December 4, for a taffy pull. The evening was spent in pleasant conversation, games and candy making, closing with song service followed by prayer. Those present to enjoy the "good times with a purpose" were Tressa Albonica, Frances and Lois Braack, Beatrice Caster, Faith Knight, Miriam Cummons, Stewart Shearin, Donnell Koenig, Lyle Haines, James Driscoll, Chester Rote, Liddy Boren, Bobby Teague and Gerald Cook, Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Powell, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Caster, Mrs. Augusta McCormick and host and hostess, Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Cummons. Wilfred Jack, Alex Vestal, Mr. and Mrs. Merle Jack and Mrs. S. J. Grace were all shopping in Medford December 4. W. L. Foster, who has been spending some time at the L. H. Lang home, left December 1 for Los Angeles, Cal., and Phoenix, Ariz., for the winter. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Thomas, Mrs. C. L. Cummons, Mrs. Augusta McCormick, Faith Knight and Miriam Cummons were all doing holiday shopping in Medford Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb enjoyed the day visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Fred Lewis on Butte Falls highway December 1. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphrey were in Medford on business December 5. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Merritt and Janet and Jimmy spent Saturday in Medford enjoying the rain as well as doing their weekend shopping. Mr. Davidson was a guest Sunday at the Ralph Merritt home. Mr. Davidson has charge of the building of Mr. and Mrs. H. Ball's new house, which will be completed this week. The Reese Creek Youths' Temperance Council meeting will be held December 13 at 2:30 p.m., at the Gospel Mission church. These young people are studying Bertha Rachel Palmer's book, "A Syllabus in Alcohol Education," under the efficient instruction of W. H. Vimont, teacher in Reese Creek school. All young people interested in this important subject are invited to attend these semi-monthly meetings. The W.C.T.U. held an interesting meeting at the church December 3. All enjoyed the afternoon. Those not in attendance were the losers. Mrs. W. R. Lamb returned from a ten days' trip of business and pleasure to Portland, Seattle and Olympia, Wash., Wednesday of last week. While in Portland she visited a nephew and wife, Mr. and Mrs. L. R. Henderson and family, and other relatives, and while in Seattle visited her son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Bellinger, and two daughters, Kathryn and Marlene, and several cousins. While in Olympia she visited several relatives, enjoying the trip very much. Everyone is especially jubilant over the million-dollar rain, breaking a very long dry spell of weather. Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Albers and children, Bobby and Barbara, were visiting Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack Sunday evening. Many of the neighbors are taking advantage of the weather and doing their hog butchering these days. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Cowden and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphrey attended the Grange carnival at Eagle Point December 5. Largest crowd ever attended the past carnivals was present and everyone had a wonderful evening. Medford Mail Tribune, December 10, 1936, page 11 ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, Dec. 9.--(Spl.)--Antelope Literary Club will meet December
11. The ladies are asked to bring sandwiches and pickles. Everyone is
invited to attend.Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Stanley entertained with a birthday luncheon, Sunday, honoring Mrs. Henry Owens and Mrs. Helen Culbertson. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Culbertson and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Owens and son and daughter, Eddie and Alene, Mrs. Anna Owens and Mrs. W. H. Wright and daughters. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hatlett, Mr. and Mrs. Orville Burke and Mr. and Mrs. Bob Lindsay visited Mr. and Mrs. B. K. Riggs December 6. Mrs. Dot Dutton attended the carnival held in Eagle Point December 6. Mrs. Harold Zundel of Lake Creek called on her father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Carl von der Hellen, December 4. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Brown also called on Mr. von der Hellen a few days. Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Baize and son James and Mr. and Mrs. Dick Baize were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. B. K. Baize, December 6. After dinner a large number of friends called to congratulate Mr. and Mrs. Dick Baize, who were married November 30. Little Allene Owens is reported ill at her home. It is hoped that she will soon recover. Several pupils were absent from school last week due to illness. A Christmas party will be given by the pupils of the Antelope school the evening of December 23. Mr. and Mrs. Roland Allen are the proud parents of a baby girl. Roger von der Hellen and Mr. and Mrs. Jessie Allen picked turkeys December 6. Farmers of Antelope are all smiles over the showers received this past few days. Bill and Elbert Bigham have gone to the hills to gather up a few stray cattle. Medford Mail Tribune, December 10, 1936, page 11 LONG MOUNTAIN
LONG MOUNTAIN, Dec. 11.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Henry Cain, Mrs. Mary Hun
and John Cain were visitors at the Howard Short home over the weekend.
They are relatives of Mrs. Short. While here they motored to Crater
Lake.Mr. and Mrs. Lawson picked turkeys at Mrs. L. Boren's December 6. Mrs. P. M. Stowell and daughter, Mrs. Vera Burleson, were in Medford on business December 9. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Miller, who have been visiting at Marsh Garrett's home, left December 8 for the south. Mr. and Mrs. Rankin and son were visitors at the Carley Natwick home December 4. Mr. and Mrs. George Stowell left December 10 for California, Miss Lucille Jennings coming from Eugene to stay while they are gone. They intend traveling during the winter months. Mrs. Lena Stowell was hostess to the Long Mountain Circle Club December 9. Those present were Mrs. Pruett, Mrs. Moomaw, Mrs. Susy Stowell and daughter Vera Burleson, Mrs. Ruth Natwick, Mrs. Lawson, Mrs. Mary Mangold and son, Mrs. Mary Stowell. A pleasant afternoon was spent and refreshments were served by the hostess. Mr. and Mrs. Percy Haley and Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Perry of Eagle Point were recent dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Nick Young. Medford Mail Tribune, December 11, 1936, page 9 TRAIL
TRAIL, Dec. 11.--(Spl.)--The H.E. Club of the Upper Rogue Grange will
meet at the home of Mrs. Francis Ash Tuesday afternoon, December 15.
There will be a Christmas exchange, so each lady is to bring a gift not
to exceed 15 cents in value. Any lady is welcome to come.Mr. and Mrs. J. J. O'Ferrell and family, who have been living in the Gates house below Trail, have gone to The Dalles, where he is working on a new project. Mr. O'Ferrell was an inspector on the new school house on Elk Creek while here for two months. Little Barbara Perry is quite ill at Sunset on the Rogue. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Hise and children have moved into the Hutchinson house near Rogue Elk. Mr. Hise is with the bureau of public roads. A brother of Mr. Hise is the new timekeeper for the road work. He and his family have moved into the Gates house recently vacated by the O'Ferrell family. Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Ash were guests Sunday at Mr. and Mrs. Hughes' home. Mrs. Alice Cusick, recently of New York, visited December 3 with Mrs. Francis Ash. Mr. and Mrs. L. L. Peabody and little daughter returned home Monday after visiting relatives in San Diego. Mrs. Alma Merriman and son Roy are enjoying a new Chevrolet coupe which they bought last weekend. Mrs. Irma Cushman was an overnight guest of Miss Irma Thompson in Medford Tuesday night. Wednesday Miss Thompson returned home with Mrs. Cushman for overnight here. Mrs. Rena Howe, Mrs. Paul Nice, Mrs. Alma Merriman and son Ray all shopped in Medford Tuesday. Jim Tucker and sister, Mrs. Charles Holmes of Ashland, were overnight guests of their brother, Boyd Tucker, Monday night. While here they all drove up Elk Creek and called on Mr. and Mrs. John Vincent. Mr. and Mrs. Emmy Segessenman and Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson shopped in Medford Monday. Everyone was sorry to learn of the fire Saturday evening that destroyed the new building which was a store front with living quarters in the back recently built by Mr. and Mrs. Evans near Shady Cove. Dr. Mallory was in Medford Tuesday. The doctor is driving a new car. Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Ash and Miss Wanda Howe were in Medford Tuesday evening. Medford Mail Tribune, December 11, 1936, page 19 McLEOD
McLEOD, Dec. 14.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. Zenith Smith of Medford were
dinner guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. O. A. Manning December 9, the
occasion being the birthday of Mrs. Smith and Mr. Young.Miss Maxine Harding was an overnight guest at the home of Mrs. Helen Axtell December 7. Mrs. Tressie Vaughn, Helen Axtell and Caroline Harding motored to Medford December 8 to attend a meeting at the court house given by Mrs. Maude Morse of Corvallis. Those shopping in Medford December 8 included Mrs. Dale Sawyer, Erma Glass, Edna Von Stein and Cliff Collier. Mr. and Mrs. Russell Winn are home again, having spent the summer and fall at Lake of the Woods. Home extension meeting was held December 9 at the home of Mrs. Helen Axtell. A social hour followed the session with the exchange of Christmas gifts. Those present were Mesdames Pattie Clemens, Myrtle Ball, Arma Glass, Essie Sawyer, Violet and Maud Ditsworth, Edna Von Stein, Rose Kelly, Audrey Collier, Tressie Vaughn, Luvenia Sublette, Flossie Mullins, Zella Tullis, Theresa Richardson and Caroline Harding. Medford Mail Tribune, December 14, 1936, page 8 BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO, Dec. 17.--(Spl.)--Mrs. H. W. Wright and daughters Lois and
Dorothy, were dinner guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harne Stanley
Sunday of last week.A study club which will be known as the Little Butte Club was organized at the home of Mrs. Klingle last Thursday. Next meeting will be held January 14, and anyone interested in the work will be welcome to attend and join. Chas. Craig and Mrs. Jess Glass have been on the sick list the past week. Bill Marshall, Louis Rohrer, Lois and Billy Wright attended the basketball game at Jacksonville last Wednesday evening. The Jesse Glass family were dinner guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Craig last Sunday. A charivari was given Mr. and Mrs. Bill Monia, who were recently married, last Wednesday evening at the Monia home and all wished Mr. and Mrs. Monia many years of happiness. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Marshall's new home has been completed and they moved in this week. The new house is modern in every way and a great improvement. Medford Mail Tribune, December 17, 1936, page 7 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, Dec. 17.--(Spl.)--American Union Sunday school and church
are progressing nicely. Christmas programs are being prepared. Eli
Stille led the young people's meeting Sunday evening and John Stille
preached a fine sermon to a well-filled house. The Sunday school will
have their program Sunday a.m., December 27. All are welcome.Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Merritt, Janet and Jimmy, L. O. Davidson, Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb and Edna and Ralph were all calling on Mr. and Mrs. H. Ball and viewing the lovely new house Sunday. Mr. Davidson had charge of the building. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Braack were in Medford on business December 8. The Owen-Oregon company has closed down operation of running trains and ceased the operation of the bridge crew for the winter. The members of the bridge crew had a farewell party at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Scott Boyer, December 10. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Jack Grow, Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb, Mr. and Mrs. Haley, Mr. and Mrs. Elfsant, Charles Walker and Fred Pettegrew. Games and pleasant conversation were indulged in for the evening. A most delicious lunch was served at midnight. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Merritt and children were calling on Mrs. Ruth Davidson Sunday evening at Eagle Point. Thomas Vestal is doing jury duty at present in Medford. Elmer Robertson, Thomas Pullen, Wilfred Jack and W. R. Lamb will finish up their turkey picking this week for the holiday market. Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Jack, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Vestal, Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb were all shopping in Medford Saturday. Christmas will soon be here. The fog makes all the trees look like Christmas trees everywhere these cold snappy mornings, but when we read of the thousands who came west from the drought-stricken states we are all glad we live in dear old Oregon, the great country. The school children of both rooms will enjoy a lovely Christmas tree and a visit from Santa Claus. They will put on a splendid program Thursday evening, then all will enjoy the Christmas vacation. The teachers, W. H. Vimont and Mrs. Eulia Minter, are doing excellent work with the pupils. Medford Mail Tribune, December 17, 1936, page 11 TRAIL
TRAIL, Dec. 18.--(Spl.)--The H.E. Club of the Upper Rogue Grange met at
the home of Mrs. Francis Ash near Trail Tuesday. There was a large
crowd present after the business meeting. There was a Christmas
exchange, which created a lot of fun. The hostess assisted by Mesdames
Cushman, Nice, Mills, Howe and Tucker served lunch. Next meeting will
be January 19 at the home of Mrs. Katie Grieve near Prospect.Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker left December 16 for Yreka, Calif., where they will visit till after Christmas with their daughter, Mrs. Henry Fiock and family. The Upper Rogue Grange had a Christmas program and treats after Grange Thursday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Burt Clark called on Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Tucker Saturday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Wilmer Ragsdale's two children, Arnold and Marie, are both ill at this time. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Wise made a trip to Eugene last week and brought their little daughter home. She had been spending a few weeks with her grandparents. Mr. and Mrs. L. L. Hall shopped in Medford December 16. Macy Hinthorn has gone to California, where he has work in a garage. Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson visited with Mr. and Mrs. Peachen near Shady Cove Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Segessenman, Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Blaess and Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Hutchinson all shopped in Medford December 16. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Watson are expecting their son, Gordon, home for Christmas. Gordon's home is in San Francisco. W. M. Brewster and P. C. Anderson of Seattle spent the past weekend here looking over the mining property Mr. Anderson has an interest in across the river here. Medford Mail Tribune, December 18, 1936, page 5 ANCIENT LEANING PINE NO LONGER THREATENS
REESE CREEK, Dec. 23.--(Spl.)--The sentiment expressed in the song "They Cut Down the Old Pine Tree"
was notably missing at the recent removal of the ancient leaning pine
which stood on the Butte Falls highway in front of the W. R. Lamb home.Homes of W. R. Lamb and Ralph Merritt were darkened when half of the tree broke off and fell across the road one recent evening. County road, electric and telephone crews were combined rescuers in removing both the fallen and standing sections of the tree, which was felt by residents to be a hazard to highway travelers. Medford Mail Tribune, December 23, 1936, page 8 McLEOD
McLEOD, Dec. 23.--(Spl.)--Word has been received that Tommy Close has
joined the navy and will leave for San Diego in a few days.Miss Dorothy Harding of Klamath Falls visited in Medford December 14, calling on her sister Maxine, who is in the Community Hospital. Those from the Upper Rogue Grange who motored to Jacksonville December 11 were Zella Tullis, Essie Sawyer, Erma Glass, Flossie Mullins, Helen Axtell, Eva Segessenman, Mr. and Mrs. Herb Carlton, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Ditsworth, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Vaughn, Mr. Ray Merriman and Mrs. Alma Merriman. Mr. and Mrs. Elder, who recently arrived from California, have found work at the R. S. Axtell place. O. W. Train of Rogue River has been visiting his daughter Audrey Collier and family. The McLeod Study Club met December 16 at the home of Mrs. Violet Ditsworth, where a very interesting meeting was held. Those attending were Mesdames Vaughn, Axtell, Harding, Weber, Jajjer and Sherman. The Home Economics Club met December 15 at the home of Mrs. Francis Ash, where a Christmas exchange was the highlight of the afternoon. Thirty ladies were present. The children at Laurelhurst school had a treat December 17. It was Harry's birthday and he brought a big cake to school. Each child had a piece at noon to eat with this lunch, including the teacher and bus driver. Maxine Harding, who received an injury to her eye last week on the Prospect school bus, is convalescing at 327 North Oakdale in Medford. Albert Ross of Denver, Colo., was an overnight guest at the E. L. Glass home December 15. LeRoy Bettingfield is staying with his sister Delores, who lives in the valley. Dinner guests at the home of Mrs. Dale Sawyer on December 18 were Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Mullins and Carrie Harding. Mrs. C. E. Axtell and son George, of Montana, are visiting their son and family, Mr. and Mrs. Reynold Axtell. Dinner guests at the home of Mrs. Merle Carlton December 16 were Mesdames Minnie Blaess, Eva Segessenman and Erma Glass. Mr. and Mrs. Berynal Culy were overnight guests of their mother, Mrs. Essie Sawyer. Upper Rogue Grange will hold a dance at Rogue Elk on Saturday night, December 26. Miss Powell, teacher at Laurelhurst school, had a very well-arranged Christmas program December 18. Those attending were Mr. and Mrs. H. Von Stein, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Mullins, Maud and Clara Ditsworth, Mattie Rodgers, Edna McIntire, Theresa Richardson, Carrie Harding, Tressie Vaughn, Clara Madden, Essie Sawyer, Georgie Wilson and Lucile Weeks. Medford Mail Tribune, December 23, 1936, page 9 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, Dec. 23.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. J. Edward Leigh and family
visited Mrs. Leigh's sister and family on Griffin Creek, Mr. and Mrs.
R. R. Childs, December 13.Mr. and Mrs. Jim King were hosts at a fine turkey dinner to the members of the bridge crew and their wives December 16. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Jack Grow, Mr. and Mrs. Scott Boyer, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Theiss, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Walker, Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb, Mr. and Mrs. Newt Elsfant and Mr. and Mrs. Bert Chambers. Mr. and Mrs. Scott Boyer have gone to Eureka, Calif., and Portland, Oregon, to spend the Christmas holidays with relatives. Janet and Jimmy Merritt have been quite sick the past week with very bad colds, but are better at this writing. Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb visited Mr. Lamb's brother, Tom Lamb, and family in Talent Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb were calling at his parents' home Sunday evening. Medford Mail Tribune, December 23, 1936, page 9 ANTELOPE
ANTELOPE, Dec. 23.--(Spl.)--The extension club unit met Dec. 4 at the
home of Mrs. Julia Davies. Mrs. Davies and Mrs. Carter had charge of
the meeting. As there is no extension club in the Antelope district the
women of Eagle Point extended an invitation to the Antelope ladies to
join their unit. Mrs. Cal Spencer, Mrs. Frick, Mrs. Dorothy Lindsay and
Mrs. B. K. Riggs joined the club.Antelope school board met at the school house Dec. 20. Next meeting of the extension club will be held Jan. 8 at the home of Mrs. Vimont in Eagle Point. The Antelope Literary Club met Dec. 11. After the business meeting "kangaroo" court was held, Bice Perry being the judge. Wallace McDowell was sheriff, Mrs. Harold Short, clerk of the court; Clarence Davies and Ted Fredenberg of Butte Falls were the lawyers and Harve Stanley was the bailiff. A good time was had by all. Visitors attending the Antelope Literary Club meeting from various places were Mr. and Mrs. Harold Short, Mr. and Mrs. Ted Fredenberg and son of Butte Falls, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Perry of Eagle Point and Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Davies. Mr. and Mrs. Ted Fredenberg and son were overnight guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Greb Dec. 11. Bob Baize has been quite ill in Medford at the home of Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Baize. A miscellaneous shower was given Mr. and Mrs. Dick Baize at the home of Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Baize Dec. 17 by ladies of the Church of Christ. Mrs. Bill Bigham entertained the Ladies' Social Club Dec. 9. Visitors present were Mesdames Ethel Stimson, Emma Rader, Laura Pierce, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Kneeland and Mrs. Rummel. Mrs. Jessie Allen will entertain the Ladies' Social Club Jan. 20. Medford Mail Tribune, December 23, 1936, page 9 EAGLE POINT
EAGLE POINT, Dec. 23.--(Spl.)--The Christmas tree gift exchange given
by the Civic Improvement Club December 17, was greatly enjoyed by a
large number of ladies. The tree and room were beautifully decorated,
and after the business meeting a musical program was enjoyed, then came
the drawing of numbers for gifts, each lady receiving a beautiful and
useful gift. A bounteous no-hostess luncheon was served after the gift
exchange.Bertland Stanley arrived home last Saturday morning from San Mateo, Cal., to spend the holidays with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Stanley. Mr. and Mrs. Loren Farlow of Rancheria were last week guests of Mrs. Farlow's sister, Mrs. Eva Nichols Mr. and Mrs. Louis Putman of Medford were callers at the home of Mr. Putman's parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Putman, last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. William Perry left last Sunday morning for a month's visit with relatives and friends in Oakland and El Centro. They will visit other California cities, and on into Arizona on their way. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Young were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Ashpole Monday evening. There has been many cases of grippe and bad colds in Eagle Point lately; some who are improving at this time are Mrs. Roy Smith, George Putman, Mr. and Mrs. Vimont and little Billy Young. Mr. and Mrs. G. A. Lawson of the Long Mountain district were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. O. E. Henderson last Thursday evening. Medford Mail Tribune, December 23, 1936, page 9 TRAIL
TRAIL, Dec. 24.--(Spl.)--The following members of the Gates
construction crew are spending their Christmas vacations at their
respective homes: Francis Witham, with his parents at Triangle Lake;
Lynn Burrell to Salem; Lester West to Astoria; Eston Stewart and Walter
Housewith to Albany; Felix Miller to Eugene; Steve Proctor to Stayton;
Sid Grugett to Lebanon; Howell Metcalf, Sand Lake; George and Dan Kelly
to Detroit and Crabtree. Bill Gedney hopes to spend a few days at Sweet
Home; Pinkey Howery at Oasis and Medford.Mrs. Francis Ash will attend a Christmas party Thursday evening at the home of her son Howard, on Elk Creek. The Sunday school gave a Christmas program and tree to the children Wednesday night at the church here. Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Spencer of Eagle Point called on Mrs. Alma Merriman Tuesday afternoon. The Sunday school gave a Christmas program and tree to the children Wednesday night at the church here. Mr. and Mrs. Walt Messecar have gone to Washington to spend Christmas with his mother. During their time away, Carroll Watson will have charge of the Rogue River Lodge. Donald Fitzsimmons of Pomeroy, Wash., arrived Monday evening. Mr. and Mrs. H. R. Hutchinson of Portland arrived Tuesday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Hutchinson and daughter Olive of Wyeth came Wednesday to spend the holiday season at the S. W. Hutchinson home. Mr. and Mrs. K. E. Hutchinson and daughter Shirley of Klamath Falls are expected to come Thursday evening for Christmas at the home of his parents here. Miss Inez Burk, who has been attending school at Canyonville, is home for the Christmas holidays. Medford Mail Tribune, December 24, 1936, page 7 Scouts Good Turn
To the Editor:During Christmas week Troop 18, Eagle Point, B.S.A., visited several homes where aged ladies lived and did a Christmas good turn by cutting their wood for them and stacking it in the woodshed. This work was done at night in place of their regular meeting. It is the plan of Troop 18 to continue the community good deed program through the new year. There are a number of projects in mind such as sharpening tools, cutting wood and small jobs of like nature for those who are aged and unable to pay for such services. Those taking part in last week's good deed program were: Willis Taylor, Herbert Pruett, Don Pruett, David Hannaford, Chester Robertson and Eddie Dahack. The boys were accompanied by Gerald Cook, Scoutmaster. This week the boys are planning a trip to the snow at Union Creek, where a day of snow sports will be enjoyed by all who go along. Troop 18, Eagle Point, B.S.A., extends the season's greetings and good wishes to all the Scouts and Scouters, friends and citizens of our Crater Lake area council. GERALD COOK.
Eagle Point, Dec. 28, 1936."Communications," Medford Mail Tribune, December 29, 1936, page 4 TRAIL
TRAIL, Dec. 30.--(Spl.)--Mr. and Mrs. L. L. Yancey and son Bob and Lee
Merriman arrived Thursday, December 24, from Palo Alto, Cal., to spend
the holidays at their cabin and with friends here. They returned home
Monday, December 28. Mrs. Alma Merriman accompanied them for a two
weeks' visit at Palo Alto, Watsonville and San Francisco. During Mrs.
Merriman's absence Mrs. Lizzie Nichols and Erma Glass will take care of
the housework at the Merriman home.Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Scott from the Klamath Agency spent the Christmas holidays here as house guests of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Watson. Mr. and Mrs. Irwin Howe and daughter Wanda drove to Medford for Christmas dinner Friday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Segessenman and daughter Mary drove to Marshfield Tuesday, December 22, to spend the holidays with Mrs. Segessenman's brother and other relatives. Mrs. Anna Peachen has been ill with flu but is better at this time. Mrs. Francis Ash visited with Mrs. Mary Warner Monday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Messecar returned home Monday after spending Christmas with Mr. Messecar's mother at Everett, Wash. Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Hutchinson and Miss Olive started for their home at Wyeth, Monday, after spending the Christmas vacation with his parents here. En route home they will visit with Mrs. Hutchinson's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Rutter, at Roseburg, and a sister at Eugene. Mrs. Lizzie Nichols spent Christmas and the past weekend with her two sons, Darrell and Bob, at Grants Pass. Mr. and Mrs. K. E. Hutchinson and daughter Shirley of Klamath Falls left for home Sunday after spending the three days vacation here at his parents' home. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Watson shopped in Medford Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Ash returned home Sunday after spending Christmas with relatives in Oakland, Cal. H. L. Johnson and Clair Stearns left for California Monday on a business trip. Mr. and Mrs. Perry and little daughter Barbara have gone to California to spend the winter. They have been at Sunset on the Rogue all the past summer and fall. Miss Betty Ash shopped In Medford Monday. Mrs. Ruby Dingle, who lived on a homestead on Elk Creek several years ago, was calling on friends in this community Sunday. There are several cases of scarletina around Shady Cove. Medford Mail Tribune, December 30, 1936, page 2 REESE CREEK
REESE CREEK, Dec. 30.--(Spl.)--Owing to the closing of school, the
Sunday school and church at the schoolhouse remained closed until later
when those that are sick have recovered.Mr. and Mrs. Jack Grow entertained their immediate family and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Grow and children Christmas evening with a Christmas tree. Santa Claus came by during the evening and left presents for all. Everyone certainly had a good time. Mrs. Charles Goddard's father, Mr. Thomas, and Mr. Goddard's father, both of Medford, were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Goddard Christmas Day and enjoyed a turkey dinner. The Goddard children are ill with whooping cough. Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Minter's small son Bobby has been ill. Eugene Bellows, Jr., is also on the sick list for a few days. H. H. Powell took Mrs. Charles Braack and daughter Frances to Sacred Heart Hospital Christmas morning, where Frances is confined for medical treatment for pneumonia. She is much improved at this time. Mrs. Braack accompanied Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb to Medford Monday to see her. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Merritt's children, Janet and Jimmy, who were ill last week with flu, are very much improved. Mrs. Merritt's father, L. O. Davidson, and daughter Frances were her guests Christmas Day, and all enjoyed a fine Christmas dinner and a beautiful family tree. Charles Humphrey is driving a new pickup truck. Mr. and Mrs. L. C. Rusho are enjoying electricity in the home since Santa Claus came to town. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Robertson entertained with a turkey dinner Christmas Day for Miss Myrtle Camack and J. H. Sloan. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cowden spent Christmas Day with their daughter and husband, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Ragsdale and children of Medford. Mrs. Alice Tungate and family of Butte Falls also were guests during the day, she being a sister of Mrs. Cowden. Charles Braack and son John are both in bed ill with flu. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Pullin and family spent Christmas with Mrs. Ruth Davidson of Eagle Point. Frances Davidson of Eagle Point is spending the holiday vacation with her sister and family, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Merritt. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cowden were dinner guests Monday evening of Mr. and Mrs. Percy Haley of Eagle Point. Mr. Isabelle was a guest Christmas Day of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphrey. Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb and daughter Edna and son Ralph were guests for Christmas of his parents. Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lamb, enjoying a turkey dinner. The snow man has come and put in his appearance for a while and now we are really enjoying a white winter, having plenty of moisture to supply the needs of the country in the coming season. We have lived in Oregon early 40 years and have never known a failure yet. This surely is a favored country. Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Lamb brought their son Ralph down from their home at Derby, where Ralph spent the holidays with the home folks, to Mr. and Mrs. H. Ball's where he is living while attending high school at Eagle Point. They visited at the W. R. Lamb home during the evening. H. H. Powell and L. C. Rusho were both home over the Christmas holidays. Medford Mail Tribune, December 30, 1936, page 11 BROWNSBORO
BROWNSBORO, Dec. 31.--(Spl.)--The Christmas program given at the school
house, Friday at 8 p.m. by the pupils, assisted by others in the
community, was well attended considering the rain which fell heavily
all evening. At the close of the program Santa Claus appeared with
gifts, candy and nuts for all, which pleased not only the children but
grownups as well. School will reopen Jan. 4.Wednesday of last week, Mrs. J. F. Maxfield enjoyed a visit with her brother, Will Grissom of Idaho, whom she had not seen for eighteen years. The Jesse Glass family and Art Thompson were Christmas guests at the Elbert Glass home, in Trail. Guests at the Reed Charley home Christmas Day were Mr. and Mrs. Walter Young and children. Mrs. Edna Monia spent several days at Leland, visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Monia. Janet and Gwen Charley enjoyed a trip to Long Beach, Calif. with their grandmother, to visit the Jim Beamsley family, who are well known here. Mr. and Mrs. Don Young of Fortuna, Calif., Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Wakefield of Cottage Grove and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Dallaire of Medford were Christmas guests at the George Brown home. Others who entertained with turkey dinners Christmas were Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Tucker, who had as guests Bill Hart, Mr. and Mrs. Will Morris and Gerald Morris of Central Point. Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Hansen's guests were the Geo. Hansen family and Mrs. L. J. Rohrer and Louis Rohrer. Bill Swain enjoyed his dinner with the Wright family. Carl Stockford of Medford visited with his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Henry. Mrs. Elizabeth Grissom spent a few days last week at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Maxfield. Mrs. L. J. Rohrer left Wednesday for Hornbrook and Little Shasta, Calif., where she will visit with relatives for a week. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Craig and son Charles are spending the holidays at Eugene, visiting with Mrs. Craig's sister. Election of officers was held at Sunday school last Sunday, the following being elected: Superintendent, Mrs. Rohrer; assistant superintendent, Mrs. Henry; secretary, Lois Wright; treasurer, Mrs. Hansen; organist, Mrs. Rohrer; Bible class teacher, Mrs. Henry; primary teacher, Mildred Hansen. We invite all the community to come and meet with us for an hour of Bible study Sunday afternoon. Medford Mail Tribune, December 31, 1936, page 7 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
HARRY MERRIMAN TAKEN BY DEATH
Harry Merriman, 48, passed away at Salem, Oregon, August 18 after eight
months illness from tuberculosis. He was born near Medford, March 19,
1888. He was educated in the valley schools and lived all his life in
the Rogue River Valley.He was married to Alma Martin, October 19, 1910, and three sons were born to the union, Ray, Lee and Guy Merriman, all residents of Trail. His wife Alma and the above children survive, also his mother, Emma Merriman of Medford, three brothers, Merritt Merriman of Gold Hill and Chester and Lester Merriman of Medford. He was a member of the Upper Rogue Grange and the Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held at the Perl Funeral Home Saturday at 2:00 p.m., Rev. W. H. Eaton officiating. Interment in Medford I.O.O.F. cemetery. Services at the graveside will be conducted by the members of the Upper Rogue Grange, and the pall bearers will be from the Grange. Medford Mail Tribune, August 19, 1936, page 3 "I have been editor and publisher of the Central Oregonian 14 years," said R. H. Jonas of Prineville. "I was born in Ottawa County, Kansas on October 28, 1881. My father, J. A. Jonas, moved with his family to California in 1887, from there to Eagle Point, in Jackson County, and later to Klamath Falls. My first newspaper work was on the Medford Success, published by Charles Meserve. My next was on the Chewaucan Post, published at Paisley, and taking its name from the Chewaucan River. From there I went to Lakeview, where I worked on the Examiner; next to the Klamath Falls Herald, then with E. J. Kaiser, publisher of the Valley Record at Ashland I was once correspondent of the Oregon Journal at John Day and Wallowa. "I started publishing the Wallowa Sun in 1907. After five years I sold it, and at Medford started a job office. I went then to Portland and was editor of the Portland American, during the World War. After the war I bought the Beaverton Times. I sold it and went to Forest Grove, partner of A. E. Scott. We published the News-Times. I sold my interest to my partner and came to Prineville 14 years ago and have published the Central Oregonian ever since. "I was married on June 23, 1907, to May Cooley, who was born at Brownsville. My son Herbert is my partner. He is a graduate of the school of journalism at the state university. He is married and is a member of the city council of Prineville. Gene is studying law at the university. "We put up this concrete building, 25 by 50 feet, about a year ago. We have the only photoengraving plant in a weekly paper in Oregon. My hobbies are hunting, fishing, and amateur photography." Fred Lockley, "Impressions and Observations of the Journal Man," Oregon Journal, Portland, November 30, 1936, page 10 |