A Warm Campaign in Oregon Divides Democrats and Republicans
Portland correspondence notes Oregon political centers bracing for a fierce campaign. Dr James Withycombe heads the Republican state ticket while Jonathan Bourne Jr scams for Senate funds amid machine politics. Senator Gearin’s possible return and Joe Gearin's eloquence spark a whirlwind race as both parties clash over strategies and funding.
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Portland
Oregon
James Wilbycombe
Timothy Geer
Jonathan Bourne Jr
Record
Senate
Knight
Machine Politica
Jonathan
The
Oregonian
Sarem
Withycombe
Jonathan Bourne
Vetera
John M. Gearin
Gearlo
Joe M. Geario
Williame
Dra
Thomhas J Kirk Pioneer Farm Leader Seeks State Senate
Thomhas J Kirk a Republican candidate for State Senate in Umatilla County was born in 1839 in Platt County Missouri. He journeyed to Oregon with his parents, settled in Linn County, and moved to Eastern Oregon in 1871 where he homesteaded land that became Athena. Kirk helped plat Centerville now Athena in 1878 and donated land for town growth, schools, and churches. He served Athena as mayor twice and on the council, and he supports conservative legislative economics if elected to advance regional interests and state development.
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Thomhas J. Kirk
Umatilla County
Platt County
Missouri
Plains
Oregon
Linn County
Kirk
D. A. Richards
Centerville
Athena
Wallula Junction
Republican Party
City of
Lightning Strikes Zerba Home Burning Flames In Kitchen
A lightning bolt struck the Zerba home in Athena causing fire in the kitchen and damage to the roof and bathroom. Mr Zerba and Mrs Zerba were seriously stunned. both required medical attention. Fire units controlled the blaze, property loss about 300 dollars. Local telephone service and power were disrupted. Separate notes describe Willaby’s house jolts and shingles ripped from a Dudley cupola. Upcoming grazing application meetings for the Blue Mountain Forest Reserve proceed in Pendleton May 5, La Grande May 6, Baker City May 11, Austin May 18 with closing date May 19.
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Athena
O. W. B. Zerba
Zerba
Yerba
Zerlin
Preston-Parton Milling Co
A. J. Willaby
Dudley
Blue Mountain Forest Reserve
Pendleton
Ore
la Grande
Baker City
Austin
Oregon Campaign Shapes Around Aging Judges and Endorsements
The piece describes Senator Gearin replacing a fatigued judge and looming appearances by Gearin and Governor Chamberlain on the stump. It notes the president’s reliance on Gearin, aligns Chamberlain with the administration, and mentions a big Portland rally before the election with Oberlein and Gearin slated to speak, signaling a pivotal campaign moment.
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Tor
Oregon
Senator Gearin
Oyntor
Chamberlain
Portland
Oberlein
Sevitor Gearia
Pasture for rent near Abbous Oregon
Farm north of town advertises a good pasture with ample rain water able to accommodate a limited number of stock at 1.00 per month per head. Call or visit for details at Abbous, Oregon.
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Gall Ut
Abbous
Oregon
The Summer Season. The OQ. By & M. rowed the Hickets to North Beach
The schedule lists a round trip by By & M. to Nabentin including Hickets to North Beach and Clatsop Beneb in a period from June 1 to August 30 with a price of 14.90 dollars. Dates appear as June and August in the text but some items are unclear.
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By & M
Will Toll
North Beach Polity
Hw Co
Nabentin
Iucluaive
Peisite
Clatsop Beneb
Inelupive
For Sale of the Carden Property on Main Street
Describes a desirable renal estate on Main Street known as the Carden property now offered for sale. Inquiries to Charles Norris in Ah ean Oregon. Includes mention of new arrivals at Manusso's with styles in bolts, shirtwaist sets, buck and aide combos.
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Renal
Main Street
Carden
Charles Norris
Ahean
Oregon
Buck
Aide Comby
Manusso
Broadley Nominated for County Treasurer by Primary Margin
George W. Broadley won the Republican nomination for County Treasurer over George Buzan and J. W. Walker by 200 votes. He carried his strongest precinct, with Mr. Bradley secure in his largest majorities, reflecting local support. He formerly was connected with Hoget Sound Warehouse Co. and has long resided here.
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George W. Broadley
George Buzan
J. W. Walker
Bradley Se
Hoget Sound Warehouse Co
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Manasse
Manalin
Butterick
C. Adams
T. J. Kirk
Fp, & le Grow
J. M. Kemp
Ass't. Cashier
A. C. Adams
F. 8
LE Grow
D. H. Preston
P. E. Culbern
A. M. Gillis
Gillis Lumber Yard
Dell Brothers
Hon, T, J Kirk
House OF O. W. B. Zerba
Bolt
Mrs. Zerba
George W. Bradley
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