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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1906
Page
4
The Newberg Graphic calls for an end to wholesale treating in campaigns and argues such tactics debase politics. An anecdote from a county meeting highlights a candidate who refuses a cigar, admired for not stooping to vulgar self-promotion.
A graphic notes three candidates for the Republican nomination favor a single normal school for current state needs and to vote normal appropriations accordingly. The plank is concise and preferred over broader national issue talk.
A reflective editorial warns that public opinion is fickle and easily led to misinterpretation of a politician's stance. It notes the potential to influence future candidates by what is said or omitted and mentions the pressure from liquor dealers opposing women's suffrage in Oregon as a key argument.
Comments reference the posting of the Tooze bills between two days with a remark about secrecy and modest decorum among the gentlemen involved.
A reflective note wonders about losing blotters as primaries fade from election cycles. The lines hint at changes in political coverage and public record keeping.
Portland News Letter in Columbia County Register assesses GOP dynamics in Portland as pivotal for governor race. It notes Johns and Withycombe claim strength while downplaying Ex-Governor Geer but predicts his statewide support may surprise rivals.
The Oregon Codes and Statues list a misdemeanor for wearing Grand Army badges by nonmembers. Convictions can yield up to 30 days in county jail, a fine up to $20, or both. The notice references Adjutant T. Brovierrre of Shiloh Post No 77 and mentions possible reproach to the organization.
The Coos Bay Harbor editorial denounces misrepresentations against Hon. W. C. Hawley a Willamette University professor and not a minister. It debunks rumors of insanity and calls out candidates who rely on rival’s character. Willis S. Duniway is praised for economy and likely to be state printer.
Ralph W Hoyt and supporters push a policy to keep state funds in county circulation. Willis S Dunaway is praised for economy as potential state printer. John J Howser gains Tillamook backing and unity among Republicans. Amos Nelson, West Chehalem, is noted as a trusted Yam Hill candidate for county judge with a record of thrift and governance.
West Dayton resident F A Crawford announces candidacy for the Republican nomination. He supports direct election of U S senators, a single state normal school for Oregon, convict labor for road improvement, and pledges to work for Yamhill county and state welfare. His father Medorem Crawford signed the Articles of Visional Government.
Bids will be received by the clerk Andrew Pickett of school district No 29 Yamhill county until 8 PM April 28 1906 for old or second growth fir wood to be delivered on set grounds in any quantity up to seventy five cords.
Willis S. Duniway affirms he will oppose the costly office and rejects perpetuating abuses or looting schemes. The passage appears in a Portland Labor item praising his integrity amid rough printing industry machinations.
An advertisement warns that delicate watch parts deteriorate without regular cleaning and lubrication. It advises every eighteen months of service, claiming thorough disassembly, cleaning of wheels and pivots, reassembly, and precise regulation will restore perfect accuracy.
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