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Newspaper
Southern Coos County American
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1920
Page
7
A discussion on primary laws questions the convention system and proposes a party whipping boy or a simplified ballot. The piece urges reforms to enfranchise independents, promote discussion, and strengthen Oregon governance. It also promotes funds to boost Oregon through the State Chamber of Commerce for development and publicity, with a targeted budget campaign.
The water power development bill fails to pass, delaying hydro electric plant projects for mills railroads and irrigation. Critics say the move worsens coal and fuel oil use, limiting national electricity growth and perpetuating scarcity.
The Portland Oregonian critiques a proposed amendment to allow indepen dent voters to participate in primaries amid opposition to a return to boss ridden conventions. The piece cites views from The Solo Tribune Myrtle Point American and others condemning or debating the current nominating primary system.
In the Circuit Court of Oregon Coos County plaintiffs Cooper and wife sue to quiet title against Potter and others. They seek a decree declaring defendants’ claims invalid and to enjoin further claims, asserting plaintiffs own the Lot 18 in Block 19 Dunhaza Add to Banden City, and requesting possession and equitable relief. Publication ordered by Judge J S Coke with six consecutive issues beginning April 29 1920 in the Myrtle Point newspaper.
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