John s Baker mayor promotes tax cuts in Oregon Governor bid
Bakersfield papers report candidate John s of Baker proposes slashing state offices expenses, abolishing unused boards, and cutting costs for 1913 14. He cites banker backing and prior service as mayor and school director, arguing a clean efficient administration is needed for Oregon. His plan targets a statewide reduction in government spending.
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Johns
Baker
Tos
Bankers of Fhis
Oregon
Ason
Ita
Uniy
Taco Anes Ren Tourement
Govcan
Polk County Candidate Seeks Republican Circuit Judge Seat
Circuit Judge C Holman of Polk County seeks the Republican nomination for a circuit judgeship. The candidate is described as a native resident and a well read lawyer with years of experience.
State Senator Roy Graves Advocates Road Upkeep Plan
Sheridan candidate Roy Graves campaigns for improved roads, economy in state appropriations, and removing redundant fees. He proposes county rather than state automobile taxes and an amended tax law allowing one third payable in April and two thirds in October.
Help for equal rights and homestead access in Oregon
Candidate B. F. Jones of Roseburg Oregon appeals for aid to labor and suffrage for women. He pledges to open grazing and agricultural lands under homestead laws if the government wins the suit against the Oregon and California railroad.
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Oregon & California Re Company
Pampile
B. F. Jones
Roy R Hewitt Seeks Hill County Judge Nomination
Roy R Hewitt announces candidacy for County Judge of Hill County subject to Republican primary voters in May. He says he grew to manhood in Yar County and pledges to serve the county and its citizens.
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Hill County
Yar County
Roy R. Hewitt
Sam Laughlin’s Candidacy Platform for State Senate
Sam Laughlin of Yamhill Oregon announces a Republican bid outlining tax reform with two equal semiannual payments, consolidation of some state commissions, merit-based bills, no salary hikes without voter approval, a four year legislative term, and laws improving moral conditions. He promises a progressive businesslike administration with lawyer interests in mind.
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State Tax Commission
Sam Laughlin
Paady Yamhill
Oregon
Republican Candidate Urges River Harbor and Land Reforms
A Republican candidate for Congress in the First District urges river and harbor improvements and land settlement policies. He calls for cultivation clauses, surveying 16 million acres in forest reserves, and opening lands for agricultural and grazing use with free tolls on.
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Oregon
Vinton Seeks State Senate Nomination in Yamhill County
W T Vinton, a Republican candidate, announces plans if nominated and elected in the coming May primary. He pledges to serve all people, reduce taxes with semi annual payments, and abolish unnecessary commissions.
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Yamhill County
W. T. Vinton
Candidate pledge for Yamhill County Judge in 1914 primaries
J W Bones of Carlton Oregon declares he will devote full time to the office if nominated and elected on the Republican ticket for County Judge in the May 15 1914 primaries, advocating service to Yamhill County.
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Yamhill County
J. W. Bones
Carlton
Oregon
Pd. Adv
Candidate for Yamhill County Judge on Republican ticket
A Madison candidate announces for county judge in Yamhill County Oregon on the Republican ticket subject to May primary voter approval. The notice is paid advertising by D Stout offering seven dollars.
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Yamhill County
Oregon
D. Stout
Henry O Miller Local Attorney and County Resident
Henry O Miller, an 81 year old attorney long associated with the county, has lived at a farm for ten years and has practiced law for nearly three decades in McMinnville where he owns a home and other property. He favors economical and efficient administration of the treasurer's 25-Pd adv.
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Miller
McMinnville
Sheridan candidate for County Treasurer on Democratic ticket
County Treasurer Mrs. J. F. Scott of Sheridan seeks support in the coming primary. Approved by 27tt paid adv.
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J. F. Scott
Sheridan
County Clerk C B Wilson Campaign Card
Republican candidate C B Wilson urges attention to Newberg's influence in county affairs arguing Newberg, with about one fifth of total vote, deserves representation at the county seat. Voter mobilization and local issues are highlighted in the brief political advocacy.
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C. B. Wilson
Newberg
Pd Adv
Nickell Declares Candidacy for County Recorder
W. W. Nickell announces candidacy for County Recorder in Carlton Precinct subject to the Republican primary on May 15. Paid political advertisement.
Sheriff Candidate Declaration from Yamhill County
A. F. Archor announces candidacy for sheriff of Yamhill County subject to the Democratic primary. He pledges to enforce all laws impartially, including liquor and morality statutes, and to run the office with promptness courtesy impartiality and aggressiveness seeking nomination and election support.
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Yamhill Couty
Pdadv
A. F. Archor
Belt Seeks Republican Nomination for Circuit Judge
A candidate for the Republican nomination to the district's Circuit Judge seat pledges to keep justice as the ultimate goal and asks only for an opportunity to prove himself. Harry H. Belt submits his campaign statement emphasizing merit and public service.
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Pdadv
Harry H. Belt
Sandusky Wilson Announces Candidacy for County Commissioner
Sandusky Wilson of McMinnville Oregon announces candidacy for the Republican nomination for county commissioner subject to May primaries. He pledges economy in county affairs and support for good roads and asks Republican voters for backing.
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Sandusky Wilson
Pdady
McMinnville
Nomination Date for Sheriff Hopeful in Yamhill County
A candidate seeking the sheriff’s post in Yamhill County schedules a nomination date subject to Democratic voters approval at the May primaries. The campaign slogan emphasizes aggressiveness in law enforcement and community safety.
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Yamhill County
Watt Henderson seeks re nomination for sheriff
Sheriff Watt Henderson announces candidacy for re nomination on the republican ticket at the May 15 primaries. He pledges to discharge duties to the best of his ability and asks for continued support if his past record is satisfactory.
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W.G
Watt) Henderson
Fuqua Declares Bid for Commissioner Post in Willamina
Charles E Fuqua announces candidacy for Republican primary commissioner race at Willamina Oregon. He cites decades of contracting work and contract management, pledging focus on good roads and taxpayers' interests in all decisions.
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Yamhill County
Charles E. Fuqua
Willamina
Yamhill County Commissioner Candidate Advertises in May Primary
Wm Gunning of Bellevue Oregon submits a Republican primary campaign notice for the position of county commissioner in Yamhill County. The ad is dated and sent from Bellevue and bears a respectful closing.
Pennington Proposes County Square Deal Platform
J C Pennington announces candidacy for Constable Commissioner on the public ticket and pledges to serve all parts of the county with a square deal if nominated and elected.
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Cons
Yamsee Aig Uber
Republichtr
County & Square
J.C. Pennington
Pd Adv
County Surveyor Candidate Seeks Republican Primary Support
A county resident asks for support as a Republican candidate for county surveyor in the May primary. He notes seven years as a citizen of the county, plans to raise and educate his family there, and aims to make the county his future home.
Hefty Seeks Nomination Highlighting Qualifications
Letter from J. G. Hefty urges voters to trust him if nominated and elected. He emphasizes nineteen years of active practice and strong technical qualifications to compare favorably with others, aiming for a permanent home and esteem.
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Pdadv
J. G. Hefty
Republican candidate for Yam Hill County recorder
Mrs. C. L. Sherwood of McMinnville Ore submits as a Republican candidate for Yam Hill County recorder and states the race will be decided in the May primary election. Pd Adv.
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Yamhill County
Ore
C. L. Sherwood
McMinnville
Dog License Due In Newberg City
The city of Newberg requires dog licenses to be secured on or before May 10th 1914. Owners or persons in charge of dogs must obtain the license at the recorder's office. Ida M Woods is the recorder for the city.
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Recorders Office
Newberg
Ida M. Woods
City of
F C Mills Seeks Quick Start for Wood Building Work
Worker offers readiness to move fast on leveling and erecting wood structures using new outfits and heavy machinery. Available for short notice projects, noting capability with F C Mills equipment and crews.
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F.C. Mills
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