Political pitches and local notices echo 1906 Oregon race
Hon. E. L. Smith of Hood River is touted as a strong U S Senate candidate with deep state ties and Oregon Development League leadership. The piece also notes county representation debates for Western Creek and Fisher’s rising candidacy, plus a staff change at Sprig-on Irrigator and colorful local references to era spots and ads.
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E. L. Smith
Hood River
United States
Honey
Oregon Development League
E.L. Smith
United States Senate
Co operative Plan Proposal in Prineville Letter
March 4 1906 Prineville Oregon letter from Earl McLaughlin county road master outlines a plan to match local subscriptions dollar for dollar with county funds for Sisemore and Sisters road projects. He notes limited government land sales reduce road funds and compares road endowment practices to supporting colleges and libraries.
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Prineville, Ore
Tumalo
Sisemore and
Sisters Road
Earl McLavghlty
Fisher faces pneumonia hindering precinct campaigning
Fred Fisher, a Republican candidate for county commissioner, was unable to visit precincts to meet voters due to serious pneumonia. Despite illness, there is strong demand for his nomination in the western county, and his candidacy appears to be gaining ground before the primaries next month.
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Croek
Fred Fisher
Johnson candidate for county clerk meets voters in precinct
William Johnson a Republican hopeful for county clerk visited the town last week meeting voters. An longtime county resident he previously served six years as a deputy in the sheriff's office. Jahison's announcement appears in another column.
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William Johnson
Johnson
Jahison
Bell Announces Democratic Bid for County Surveyor in Madras
Roscoe W. Bell of Madras declares his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for county surveyor, claiming to be the town’s first Democratic nominee. He is described as a young, capable candidate, whose party ties are cited by Republicans as his key weakness.
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Roscoe W. Bell
Madras
Hell
Snowfall Adds Moisture for Spring Crops
Four inches of snow fell Sunday night though ground remained unfrozen and melting weather followed the storm. The additional moisture will help replenish the supply for the coming spring growing season.
Ellis Named U S Commissioner at Bend
N. Elllis has been appointed U.S. Commissioner at Bend to succeed J. M. Lawrence, who was appointed to the receivership of the land office at Roseburg Oregon.
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N. ©. Ellis
U.S
Bend
J. M. Lawrence
Roseburg
Oregon
New Malloy Building Occupied by Robinson and Turner
The Malloy building will house Robinson and Turner with a general merchandise line and farmers stock supplies. J. W. Robinson of Ashwood and Howard W. Turner, ex Derham and Cowles saw mill, comprise the firm. W. F. Hammer, Democratic candidate for county clerk, campaigned in town yesterday meeting precinct voters. hammer plans a thorough county canvass before the primaries.
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Malloy
Robinson & Turner
J. W. Robinson
Ashwood
Howard W. Turner
Derham & Cowles
W. F. Hammer
Pioneer settler C E Jarrett visits town
C E Jarrett, a pioneer settler near Methodist Hill, was in town on Tuesday.
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C. E. Jarrett
Methodist Hill
Political Announcements Paid Notices
The paper states that announcements published under this heading are paid advertisements and follow standard advertising rates. All content placed here is classified as paid material.
Fred Fisher for Crook County Commissioner Nomination
Fred Fisher announces candidacy for Republican nomination for Crook County Commissioner. subject to voters at the primaries on April 20 2008 in Madras.
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Crook County
R Whitney Announces Bid for State Printer Nomination
The undersigned Republican candidate announces renomination for State Printer subject to Republican primary voting on April 20. Currently serving first term, he seeks continued office.
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R. Whitney
Renominating State Officers Favored in Albany Letter
A letter from Albany Oregon argues for renominating state officers and mentions Praca J R Wurrney as the writer. The missive supports continuity in leadership and urges officials to seek continued service.
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Renomin uGus
Praca J. R. Wurrney
Albany
Oregon
WILLIS W BROWN FOR SHERIFF OF CROOK COUNTY
Will W Brown declares candidacy for sheriff of Crook County Oregon. He seeks Republican primary support to be held on April 20 1906 in Heisler. Brown presents as a local candidate appealing to party voters for endorsement.
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Crook County
Oregon
Will W. Brown
Heisler
Leach Place
Lamonta
Prineville-Culver Road
Saturda
S. S. Brown Place
John W it Johnson Announces Candidacy for County Clerk
John Wit Johnson announces Republican candidacy for County Clerk. He seeks support from county voters in the primary on April 20, 1906. He requests votes and pledges commitment to the office.
S. E. Hodges Seeks Crook Sheriff Nomination
S. E. Hodges of Prineville submits his name for consideration as Crook County sheriff in the April 20, 1906 primary. He asks for careful review of his qualifications and respectfully solicits support from voters.
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Crook County
S. E. Hopes
Prineville
Haner Declares Candidacy for County Clerk Nomination
J. H. Haner announces to Republican electors his bid for the party nomination for County Clerk under the direct primary law, subject to county Republican voters’ decision. Prineville.
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Crook County
J. MU. Haner
Prineville
R W Bell Seeks Democratic Nomination for Crook County Surveyor
R W Bell of Madras announces his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Crook County Surveyor. He cites extensive experience in land surveying and railroad engineering and vows prompt efficient administration if nominated and elected, with primary voting set for April 20.
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Crook County
Ithereby
Rk. W. Bell
Madras
F J Brooks Announces Candidacy for Justice of the Peace
Frank J. Brooks of Madras announces his bid for Justice of the Peace in Kutcher Precinct. Primaries set for April 20, 1906, with Brooks running as a Republican.
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F. J. Brooks
Justice OF the Peace
Kutcher
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