Oregon Farmers Back November Launch of Nonpartisan League
Lloyd Riches reports strong Oregon support for the nonpartisan league set to open in November. Farmers in many counties favor state owned and operated retail stores and banks, with some organizers publicly promoting the plan. Riches notes about 10,000 farmers pledged and forecasts 80 percent statewide backing before the Portland campaign opens.
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State Editorial Association
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Linn
E To Riches League
North Dakota
Montana
Minnesota
Rail line speculation on Smith Powers Lumber route
Speculation centers on the Smith Powers Lumber railroad extending from Myril Point to Powers and beyond. Construction progresses up Salmon Creek five miles above Powers with a tunnel bore location delaying completion to winter. Awards say reaching Sixes river and Port Orford would offer tide water access and haulage via the coast road to Trinidad.
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Marshfield
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Trinidad
California
Fourrageres Awarded to Famous Second Marine Brigade
Fire at Portland daily assigns 18 000 fourrageres to men of the famous Second Marine Brigade under Major General John A. Lejeune. The Croix de Guerre units, in red and green, are cited in French orders for heroism at Soissons Helene St Mihiel Champagne and Argonne. Cards issued for veterans in Washington and recruiting offices to reach Marines no longer in uniform.
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Washington
Helleau Wooda
Soissons
Champagne
Acti
John A. Lejeune
St. Mihiel
Argonne
Marine Corps
Foasil State survey on market roads in Wheeler County
A Foasil State survey aims to locate market roads in Wheeler County with work starting as soon as laborers can be secured. The plan prioritizes rapid mobilization and clear access routes for trade.
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Foasil
Wheeler County
Myrtle Point Fairgrounds Boosted by County Improvements
Coos county fairgrounds undergoes a series of building projects and infrastructure upgrades. Local officials report new structures, refreshed facilities, and improved access planned to enhance the fair’s next season. Community groups welcome investments and steady progress toward a more functional site.
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Myrtle Point
Coos County
Oregon Man Seeks Rhodes Scholarship Candidacy
An Oregon man, a junior born 1900 to 1905, seeks Rhodes selection. He must show leadership, scholarship, and fitness as stated in the call for applicants. A $1500 three year stipend accompanies the scholarship if awarded. Applications are requested from eligible men and directed to W. J. Korr.
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Rhodes Thia
Nati Dent W. J. Korr
Republican State Opens in Portland
The Republican campaign announces a statewide event in Portland with a ratification meeting for Coolidge on September 10. National speakers will address the gathering, and state committee leaders invite county representatives to attend the proceedings with music and public remarks.
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Portland
Ing Coolidge
Publican State Committee
Silver Zinc Ore Pounces at Willamina Prospect
Brief notes from J. E. Wilcox of the Oregonian mention small specimens sent to the office show ore rich in silver and lead. The samples relate to mineral rights filings tied to the Willamina mining district and town.
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J. E. Wilcox
Ayy Minn Times
Willamins
Marshfield Printers Raise Rates to Seven Dollars a Day
Marshfield printers announce daily wages increasing from six to seven dollars a day affecting local workers and shop payrolls as of this week.
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Marshfield
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