Oregon Senate Battle Over Swamp Land Bill at Salem
In Salem Oregon the legislative clash over Thompson’s swamp land bill grows. Governors staff warn of veto power while supporters push to reclaim lands for settlers, with Senate debates focusing on land sale terms and the state land board powers. Objections cite conditions and bond requirements, and a separate fish hatchery bill faces scrutiny amid funding questions.
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Klamath County
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Fish and Game Commission
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Fish and Game Fund
First Road Bill Comes to Front in Salem Oregon
A comprehensive highway improvement plan is proposed in a bill introduced by Senator Van der Hellen of Jackson county. The measure, drafted for the Oregon Hotel association, would allow groups of counties to seek state highway status with shared costs and a state aid fund of 300000 for year one and 500000 for year two. The bill defines state highways, sets county financial participation, and requires petitions from property owners to trigger action.
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van der Hellen
Jackson County
Oregon Hotel Association
Hotel Men's Association
W. C. Bristol
Governor Appoints Highway Commissioner With Two Year Term
The governor will appoint a highway commissioner skilled in road building for a two year term with a $2600 salary and $150 monthly assistants. Applications received first are acted on first. The commissioner lacks authority to alter state highway routes without county court approval. Edith recalls a minister’s girl asking if sermons repeat, noting the preacher’s varying delivery.
Workmen's Act Is Condemned in Salem Wide Split
In Salem on January 24 the state federation of labor held one of its stormiest sessions over Representative A W Lawrence's introduction of the workmen's compensation bill. A latest report indicated the fight ongoing with no vote taken, following a 54 to 23 condemnation vote Wednesday night. Delegates accused Lawrence of acting without federation approval and called for strong censure, arguing as a union man he should have learned the federation's stance first.
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Lawrence
Remarkable Swift S S Blood Remedy Promises Cure
A long series of experiments at the Swift Laboratory claims catarrh cures by inoculating blood with Swift's Sure Specific S. S. It is said to cleanse mucous linings, improve nasal passages, and halt inflammatory acids. Sold at drug stores for $1.00 per bottle. Address The Swift Specific Co. in Atlanta for advice.
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Oregon
Swift Specific Co
Swift
Salem Senate Passes Bills On Drunkard Liability
Salem Ore Without opposition the senate passed Senator Calkins bill 80 making a saloon man liable for damages in civil actions brought by the mother wife or child of an habitual drunkard. Another measure requires counties to pay $1 per day to families of rockpile prisoners for non support.
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Simple Way to Correct Constipation With Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin
Advert reads Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a mild laxative for all ages to treat chronic constipation. It claims gradual natural training of the stomach and bowels, contrasts with harsh purgatives, and offers a money back guarantee. A free sample is available by mailing address to Dr. W. B. Caldwell.
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Lawrence defends rights to criticise action in Multnomah county
Supporters of the bill and allies of Lawrence clash over the resolution. Lawrence says he did not concede critics the right to attack his actions, noting he is not in the legislature to represent labor any more than other citizens of Multnomah county.
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