Oregon’s 1906 Politics Warn Voters Against Republicans
The Newberg Graphic laments Oregon’s Washington exposure record and urges voters to back honest candidates. It argues two capable men seek Congress in the first district and calls for worthy Senate nominees, warning against choosing party “husks” and demanding a fair deal for Oregon.
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Oregon
Washington
National
House
Congress
Lincoln Steffens
Senate
Forest Grove Times proposes male vote on women’s suffrage
The Forest Grove Times suggests a plan where women express their view to a male voter who would vote on suffrage for them. If nine tenths of men comply, the plan would yield a direct male expression on the issue and grant women the privilege of voting.
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Forest Grove Times
City Reader Questions Saloon Licenses and Street Conditions
An inquisitive Woodburn Independent reader asks what happened to the 1904 and 1905 2400 license funds and questions poor street conditions and street lighting. The editor asks why any saloon exists if nothing has been achieved by license revenues and tax relief.
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Woodburn
Echo
Judge Stephen A. Lowell Urged for U S Senate Seat
Prominent Oregon readers advocate for Pendleton judge Stephen A Lowell to fill a United States Senate vacancy. The writer praises his calibre, integrity, and potential to lead, arguing he surpasses sister states' choices and would be a strong, clean representative.
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Oregon
United States Senate
Stephen A. Lowell
Pendleton
Oregon Seeks Different Type of Statesmanship
A fragment notes desire for a refreshing change in Oregon politics offering an example of a new kind of statesmanship to counter stigma from the Senate.
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Oregon
Senate
Primary Law Dossier Divides Times and Readers
Junction City Times weighs in on populist and republican stances as the primary law awaits full trial. The piece suggests critics may react with reluctance, while supporters push for acceptance of the proposed measure amid partisan caution.
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Republican Party
Junction City Times
Bro. Moorehead
Treason of the Senate theme in Cosmo essays
David Graham Phillips writes a Cosmo series on the treason of the Senate. His March piece paying homage to Chauncey M Depew appears as his first contribution, prompting a reaction that honors the underdog in the public record.
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Senate
David Graham Philipps
Cosmopolitan
Chauncey M. Depew
Mothers Should Question Daughters And Their Companions
The Ashland Tribune argues mothers should frequently ask Where is my daughter and Who is she with to ensure safety. It then proposes adding a further daily query about the boy in her company to extend the same vigilance.
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Ashland Tribune
Gold coin offered as incentive for street work
An 1857 dated $2.50 gold piece was tossed to workers while grading Forest Grove streets, described as an incentive toward street improvement. The coin’s appearance highlights the local effort to spur progress on public works.
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Forest Grove
Yamhill Hens Go To Market For Bonds Of Egg Record
The Graphic notes a small flock of seven hens after culling the best layers. They produced 1378 eggs in a year, with four birds laying over 200. The banner hen No 29 reached 234 eggs, No 28 210, while one hen with 161 eggs altered the planned 200 egg flock due to a stolen nest.
Awakening to Bartel's Claims on Soul and Hell Explained
An advertorial note promotes Dr J Ewert Bartel the German psychologist as revealing the depths of the human soul and its relation to God. It asserts a first clear conception of the soul and promises a practical explanation of Hell. The piece urges public hearing of Bartel despite creed, calling his work the most sought after knowledge.
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J. Ewert Bartel
M. D
God
Bartel
Platform
Magazine Bundled Offer Advertised as One Dollar Fifty
The Semi-Weekly Journal priced at $1.50 and the Graphic at $1.00 are offered as a two for $1.75 deal. This promotion highlights a discount when subscribing to both publications together.
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Journal
Graphic
Lively tussle with constipation promoted drug
A lively tussle with the old enemy of the race constipation is linked to appendicitis. The ad promotes Dr See ar en Le Pills claiming they regulate stomach liver and bowels without pain. Available 25c at F H Caldwell and Co druggists.
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Aren
F. H. Caldwell & Co’s
Watch Care Ad Calls Regular Cleaning To Protect Accuracy
An advertisement stresses that delicate watch parts must stay clean and lubricated to avoid wear and inaccuracy. It urges thorough cleaning and oiling at least every eighteen months and offers factory‑style service to disassemble clean assemble and regulate movements.
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West Watch
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