31 Jul 1913
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Newspaper
Oregon City Courier
Location
Oregon City, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1913
Page
1
The recall questions accuse excessive county spending and careless management. Critics say the issues arise from extravagance and wasteful financial practices. Voters weigh whether the costs justify the scrutiny.
In Clackamas county the recall targets Judge Beatie and Commissioner Blair over alleged extravagance and noncompetitive contracts. Voters are urged to review bridges, courthouse remodeling, timber contracts, a gas franchise, and a state health board dispute while considering whether open bids were ignored for personal gain.
Voters flock to sign an exemption measure proposed by W. S. U Ren and colleagues allowing $1500 of each person total assessment exempt on buildings live stock and improvements. The next general election will decide if enough signatures are gathered. Opposed by The Oregonian and large financial interests.
The piece explains that Nan Cochran, local editor, did not boost the recall. the indicted Courier editor bore sole responsibility. It warns Beatie and Matoon may face another indictment before the next grand jury.
A bold Enterprise headline questions if the county court grants mind reader licenses or if the piece mocks such a notion. The item underscores concerns over political expression and official permission in the electoral landscape.
The Baker Contracting Co. was the lowest bidder on the Barclay school building addition and work will begin immediately to finish before the fall term.
The Courier argues against holding holiday events on the Sabbath including Oklahoma circuses booster days and rose carnivals. It condemns Sunday celebrations as a false note to the day, citing crowding and lack of elevation, and explains it refuses advertising and display space to support the stance.
Publication listing how women will vote on the recall provokes strong reaction among female electors who say they are being pigeonholed and pressured to reveal their choices.
A reader's polemic rebuts an Enterprise editorial accusing local women voters of being swayed by crowds on the recall issue. The letter asserts women will study charges and defenses and vote their own judgement, supporting retention of county officers and rejecting generalizations. It notes women registered and intends to vote independently of any herd mentality.
The executive and finance committees of the recall election are requested to meet Saturday August 2 at the Courier Office. Signed G. N. Lazelle and P. W. Meredith.
A light exchange on Tuesday jokes about the Morning Enterprise as the latest quip. The brief humor centers on a caller asking for the newest joke and the reply naming the Morning Enterprise.
General Land Office notice from Washington DC announces the opening of lands in the national forest within the county for homestead entry. The legal action sets forth the entry process and relevant deadlines for qualified applicants.
In reply to the Courier invitation for writers to defend the county court recall, a manuscript was submitted too late for this week and will appear in the next edition.
City residents, especially women, welcome the news that construction on the public elevator will start within the next two weeks, signaling improved accessibility and convenience for daily commutes.
The ordinance requires all dogs to wear muzzles until October 1 in streets and yards. Dogs not compliant will be seized as city property. Enforcement will be strict.
Work progresses on Fourth Street upgrades and will yield one of the city’s prettiest streets when finished, reflecting substantial municipal investment and design attention.
J. Bigger builds two 24 by 100 foot greenhouses on Cen ter Street between Second and Third. The structures near completion reflect ongoing local horticulture expansion.
City ministers plan to stop the Sunday wild west circus if possible with Governor West asked to help. Deputy Stipp claims the show would be illegal and arrest would fall to the Sheriff. J E Hedges for the circus disagrees. Sheriff Moss says he will arrest violators unless law restrains. The public awaits developments.
The Enterprise reports a bridge fire scare near Canemah that drew railroad officials from Piuathind to inspect damage but locals doubt any real blaze occurred. Miss Mary Green appears as a leading figure in the tale while observers search for the alleged scene with few sparks and no structural harm.
Chief Shaw states a law prohibits distribution of medicine samples in the city and vows prompt arrest of violators. Citizens should call the police to report infringements, as daytime patrols miss residential areas and residents must help prevent headache powders from being spread on front porches.
The Courier questions a three column Enterprise headline about a private talk between M. J. Brown and a "prominent business man" later revealed as O. Dillman. Dillman claims promises to recall all three commissioners, while Mattoon’s six month service excludes him. The piece defends Beatie and criticizes the media framing.
Readers are directed to page eight for a large advertisement promising inexpensive goods from Hol me s shop. The notice emphasizes bargain items and urges shoppers to view the ad for details and prices.
The 11 30 defense features a county court denial of recall charges. The Courier will publish these answers in the next issue for readers to render verdicts one by one.
The Enterprise denied a reported marriage between a Boston young woman and a Eugene man saying no such couple exists. The young woman is vacationing and her parents confirm there is no person named in the false tale.
Editorial recounts the removal of Dr. J W Norris by the State Board of Health over scarlet fever, detailing witness testimony that supported the health officer while noting conflicting Enterprise coverage. Letters from Calvin S White and others trace the board’s actions and resignation statements through 1912 to 1918.
A lengthy letter exposes clashes over church actions and state board health decisions in Clackamas County. The author disputes Enterprise reporting and notes July public letters, judge’s stance, and Norris’s resignation claims while criticizing Sunday observances and local editorials.
The Oregon City Courier advertises a limited prize for candidates who turn in the most money subscriptions between July 31 and August 6 1913. Top earners receive credits toward Portland Business College courses and bonus votes, with escalating rewards for first to third places and deadlines after September 1 1915.
A local editorial note claims the editor in Oregon City and Enterprise would revise divine commandments to fit his views. The piece frames this as a critique of editorial influence on moral guidance.
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