Portland Journal Defends Modest Taxpayers from Oregonian Attacks
The Portland Journal rebukes the Oregonian for deeming taxation unpopular and slandering ordinary citizens. It defends the poor and middle class who pay most city and state taxes, accuses the Oregonian of coarse infamy, and condemns high ad revenue at sheriff's sales that hurt poor landowners.
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Portland Journal
Portland Oregonian
Oregonian
Portland
Chamberlain
The
George E Chamberlain’s Sacrifice for a Debt Story Unfolds
A Portland Journal tale recounts George E Chamberlain, Democratic governor candidate, as a surety who lost his home to pay another’s debt. The story, long known in Linn County and Willamette Valley, defends his financial modesty and pledges he would repeat the act under similar pressure, as Linn County is expected to back him strongly.
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George E. Chamberlain
Mr. Chamberlain
Willamette Valley
Portland Journal
Linn County
Political debate and Albany bank scandal a prelude to June vote
The Corvallis Times reports on an Albany nine year old incident involving Linn County Bank liquidation. It recounts Mr Chamberlain’s pledge to honor a friend’s debt, his refusal to settle for less than full payment, and his reputed personal integrity. The piece previews the Oregon gubernatorial race with criticism of W J Furnish and notes Eastern Oregon sentiment.
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Albany
Linn County National Bank
Chamberlain
Corvallis
Limes
Policy of Scuttle and Chamberlain’s Philippine Policy
The Dalles Times Mountaineer discusses whether the Oregonian’s “scuttle” label fits Chamberlain’s stance on the Philippines and Porto Rico. It cites his Baker City speech arguing remaining in the union with follow-on tariff and education of Filipinos, opposing demagogic attacks as baseless.
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Chamberlain
Oregonian
United States
Philippines
Baker City
Philippine Archipelago
Porto Rico
Congress
Dalles Times Mountaineer
John Lathrop Figures Predict Democratic Lead in Oregon
John E. Lathrop and Thomas Crawford report polls from the Democratic state headquarters show Chamberlain carrying Oregon with about 1200 to 1500 votes in Wasco County. Expected gains include Union up to 400, Baker up to 500, Umatilla a 200 Democratic stand-off, and Wallowa about 100 in the Democratic column, totaling a regional majority around 5600 with several counties in balance.
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Chamberlain
John E. Lathrop
State Committee
Thomas Crawford
Oregon
Wasco County
Union County
Baker County
Umatilla
Wallowa
Grant
Harney
Malheur
Morrow
Crook
Sherman
Gillam
Wheeler
Lake
Klamath
Portland Telegram
That Awful Word of Seattle in Republican Politics
A fragment notes Seattle as a political weapon for Republicans and cites an amused query on its meaning. It mentions W. J. Furnish, nicknamed the Napoleon of finance, seeking governor, with a report from Umatilla County indicating about 600 Republicans express firm sentiment.
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Seattle
Umatilla County
W. J. Furnish
Umatilla
Voters urged to focus on local reforms not Philippines policy
The Portland Journal argues 1902 issues center on state and local retrenchment, urging broad civic reform in city and county administration. It warns against distractions over Manila and calls for voters to reduce taxes and support economical governance in Portland and Multnomah County.
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Philippines
Oregon
Portland
Multnomah County
Manila
Portland Journal
Colonel Raley Will Win in Oregon Election Prophecy
The Sumpter Miner reports expectations that Colonel J. H. Raley of Pendleton will win the Oregon attorney general race. Opponent, a Southern Oregon lawyer, is alleged to be in disrepute with peers, facing rumors of past windling and a noted legal suit that became famous in Oregon legal annals.
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J. H. Raley
Pendleton
Oregon
Sumpter Miner
Registration Cost Rumor Refuted In Polemical Appeal
A political notice argues against the claim that registration costs two dollars. It emphasizes free registration for all voters and urges citizens to register before May 15 to ensure access on election day. The appeal targets incipient voter suppression tactics and defends incorruptible poor voters from such myths.
Friend of the Schools Geo BE Chamberlain Seeks Oregon Governor
Albany Democrat praises Geo E Chamberlain as a friend of schools and a supporter of non political school texts He pledges a business style administration with competent appointments and proper representation for teachers in Oregon’s state institutions
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Geo. BE. Chamberlain
Oregon
Geer
Chamberlain
Geo. E. Chamberlain
Voter registration deadline warning
The notice warns that failing to register before May 15 will bar you from voting in the June election. It emphasizes the registration cutoff and the consequence of being unable to cast a ballot.
Roseburg Review Endorses James H. Raley for Attorney General
The Roseburg Review praises Col James H Raley of Pendleton as the strongest candidate for attorney general backing his legal distinction, experience as Oregon state senator, and loyalty to the people The piece cites Raleys broad appeal across Oregon and asserts his value to Governor elect George E Chamberlains administration ahead of the June 2 election.
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Roseburg Review
George Chamberlain
George E. Chamberlain
Col
James H. Raley
Pendleton
Col Raley
Commonwealth
Lfe
Oregon
Umatilla County
Umatila
Col. Raley
Cascades
Rosenburg Review
Weatherford in Portland Hails Democratic Landslide
J K Weatherford of Albany Democratic nominee for Congress from the First District visits Portland after Burns and other counties tour. He reports strong momentum for the Democratic ticket in Eastern Oregon led by Chamberlain and Butcher, with plans to accompany state candidates through Lane and Linn counties. Weatherford cites Western Oregon sentiment growth and likely Chamberlain majority.
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J. K. Weatherford
Albany
Portland
Burns
Harney County
Weatherford
Oregon
Chamberlain
Butcher
Lane
Linn
Lincoln and Grant in party loyalties debate
The Oregon State Journal contrasts Democratic and Republican figures, noting Furnish’s Cleveland Democrat stance backing Bryan while Chamberlain supported Bryan, then voted for McKinley, arguing Chamberlain as Lincoln’s modern representative differs from Cleveland and McKinley in principle and allegiance.
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Buchanan
Lincoln
Tilden
Grant
Furnish
Cleveland
Bryan
McKinley
Oregon State Journal
Chamberlain and Butcher threaten Republican lead in district
The Dalles Times Mountaineer notes Democratic candidates Geo. R Chamberlain and W F Butcher creating trouble for Republicans. Chamberlain’s statewide popularity could drain GOP strength in every county, while Butcher travels the circuit rapidly to win friends. If this pace continues four weeks, GOP majority may be reduced to a minority.
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Chamberlain
W. F. Butcher
Butcher
Dalles Times Mountaineer
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