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Athena Press

Location

Athena, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Jun 23, 1905

Page

2

Eastern Oregon school funding debate and expositions noted

A column discusses popular loans to keep Eastern Oregon State Normal School open, arguments about legislature refunds, and contrasts with Lewis and Clark exposition benefits. It mentions Oregon and Portland readers, court trials in Pendleton, and a satire on news coverage, finishing with remarks on Wall Street diet and liquid sunshine claims.

Eastern Oregon State Normal School Umatilla County Yambillera Oregonian Portland Oregon Yamhill

Whip the Wife Beater in Oregonian Excerpt

The piece argues that many people see only one side of issues such as temperance and punishment. It cites a case where a drunken husband abused his wife until a two year term at Folsom Penitentiary was given, with threats afterward. It critiques selective sympathy and lenient framing by editors.

Martin J. A. Wheeler Oregonian Prohibition Party Richmond Idon Folsom Paya McGinty F. N. Innes Mr. Innes Lanswer

Portlands meddling blamed for Eastern Oregon losses

The piece argues that Portland and the Willamette Valley have caused Eastern Oregon to abandon state experiment farms and normal schools through attacks on regional papers and policies. It urges recognizing rural needs and suggests funds should favor roads over rural free delivery to aid farmers.

Portland Willamette Valley Oregon Richent Valley The Oregonian State Experiment Farm Willamette Experiment Farm United States Sam Onn

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