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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1906
Page
8
Douglas Co spokesman declares Mr. Smith of Flood River as a strong, broadly experienced candidate for the U S Senate. The letter praises his record, party fidelity, and wide contact across the state, arguing he would represent Oregon’s interests fully and earn nearly universal support from voters.
A business proposition from Medias Crook County notes Hon F J Smith of Hood River has strong statewide support for the Republican gubernatorial nomination and also announces himself as a candidate for United States Senate. The letter argues Smith’s long record in Oregon’s development and his leadership roles make him a fitting choice to advance the state's interests and continue promoting Oregon’s growth.
The passage lauds politics paired with solid business sense in E L Smith's clear frontrunner status for the United States Senate. It emphasizes his ability to blend political insight with practical enterprise as the standout qualification among named contenders.
The article extols Hon. E. L. Smith as a prominent statewide figure with a record of public service. It highlights his work on the Columbia waterway, Oregon fruit industry development, and irrigation of arid lands, arguing he would be wise and capable in the upper house and deserving of the nomination and election.
Hood River's honored citizen E L Smith stands at the head of Oregon's best names with thirty years in Hood River. He led the Oregon State Horticultural Society and the Oregon Development League, served Wasco county as a representative, and was elected speaker. The News-Letter supports his candidacy for United States Senator, praising his integrity and statewide impact.
Northwest Pacific Farmer in Portland notes that farmers care about the United States Senate seat as much as any group. The piece suggests farmers have long pursued their own interests and advocate for political influence in national affairs.
Mr. Smith, lifelong Republican, served as speaker of the Oregon House in 1889 and led major projects including a $60,000 portage road bill for Cascade Locks. A longtime irrigation advocate, he chaired regional and national irrigation efforts and led Oregon horticulture and development groups. He was a 1896 McKinley elector and active in state politics.
The document states Mr. Smith adheres to the Republican platform, pledging to regulate interstate business and railroads, curb court injunctions in labor disputes, stabilize national revenue and tariffs, promote commerce with the Philippines, and support the Panama Canal. It calls for strict yet fair immigration laws, honest public officers, and a clean public service, with a focus on Oregon interests and his proven record in state development.
The editorial argues for E. L. Smith of Hood River as Oregon's ideal U S Senator candidate. It notes his six years leading the Board of Horticulture, promotion of irrigation and agricultural interests, and broad public service. It contends farmers should elect a non lawyer from their class to represent material state interests.
The piece argues the legislature may technically elect a U S senator but will heed the heavy popular vote. It warns legislators who ignore the public will risk political ruin, and urges voters to support a clean, experienced, dignified candidate not from Portland.
Wasco editor argues the people must use the new primary system to indicate their preference for the United States Senate. He notes the office's high importance for Oregon, as it shapes national representation and state advisory access to the president and appointive processes. The piece previews multiple candidates across parties and offers a distinct view on the law.
The voters face a state oriented choice not personal ambitions. The nominee should know Oregon's needs, industries, commerce, waterways, and transportation. The ideal senator combines broad state knowledge, strong presence, decisive judgment, and genuine public rapport. EB I Smith of Wasco County best fits these requirements with lasting credibility and proven experience.
The Proclaimer declares full support for Hon E L Smith as U S Senator citing him as the first citizen of Oregon, a Republican of clean character, and deserving of the party's debt if the people do their duty. The note emphasizes loyalty to Republican principles while backing Smith as the best choice for the Senate.
Ki L Smith of Hood River announced his candidacy for the U S Senate on the Republican ticket. The Antelope Wasco County Herald notes he is among the strongest party candidates and would represent Oregon in Congress well.
A local Proclaimer excerpt reports a sensational letter urging Portland commercial interests to back a candidate for the United States Senate. The letter praises EB. L. Smith of Hood River as a farmer and fruit man who can serve all interests and resist the sway of commercial hoods, while calling for robust primary support. It questions hidden motives behind business support and highlights Smith as the best fit for a state seeking broad, fair representation.
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