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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1911
Page
4
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Attorney General Wickersham denounces the direct primary initiative and referendum as threats to constitutional order, arguing the people seek to tinker with government and overstep constitutional boundaries. He cites Oregon missteps but says reforms like direct democracy can empower the people if partisan actors stop opposing them.
The passage cites Alexis de Tocqueville’s Democracy in America noting the need to educate the democracy, purify morals, and align government with time and place. It contrasts progressives seeking public empowerment with Tories led by Wickersham, accusing them of ridiculing reform and defending privilege.
The East Oregonian argues a street charter amendment will not please all and no plan is perfectly equitable. It warns the town must adopt a fair system and proceed with street improvements to enhance its standing and opportunities, noting current plans delay progress as the city bears excessive costs.
In Seattle an effort to hire women officers failed as only one councilor supported the move. The police department will remain all male, with concerns that female officers could not handle street fights or drunks, though they might prevent other disorders. The council’s stance suggests no reflection on women's law enforcement abilities.
The ad argues contagious blood poison is curable only by a blood purifier, praising S. S. S. for over forty years of sales and testimonials. It describes the disease’s symptoms, the purifying action of S. S. S., its all natural composition, safety, and a free home treatment booklet offer with medical advice on request.
A local notice invites the Odd Bellows to visit in 1942 and promises to present them with an appealing Gine that will encourage their return.
Tibet evening meeting saw members vote to hold a fourth of July celebration. Plans include provision for those who will reap the chief financial benefit from the event to contribute properly to the project.
A fragmented note reports Hartford Connecticut city government shifting to full democracy after decades, while a local celebration fund relies on beneficiaries. It mentions a young applicant facing barriers in eastern Oregon and a tule agricultural organization, with references to county and bar meetings.
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