Normal schools in Oregon politics and history
The piece discusses Oregon normal schools, focusing on the 1909 closure acts driven by political enmity. It blames party power struggles in Weston Pendleton and the Oregonian's stance, arguing that trade and barter influenced legislation and led to the demise of Weston Ashland and Monmouth normals.
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Monmouth Normals
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Jay Bowerman
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Single Tax Debate Highlighted by Multnomah County Assessor
Henry E. Reed assessor of Multnomah County emphasizes that landowners face confiscation while renters gain no benefit under the Full Rental Value Land Tax and Homemakers' Loan Fund Amendment. He analyzes the results of this single tax measure.
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Henry E. Reed
Multnomah County
Full Rental Value Land Tax Amendment Debated
Mr Reed argues the amendment would make the state universal landlord by taxing all rent and shifting land value to the state. E C Spence opposes it, warning of confiscation and harm to farmers. The measure Nos 806 and 307 appear on the November ballot, with confusion about rural credits.
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C. E. Spence
Pendleton Press Opposes Weston's Friendship Claim
The piece mocks Weston for praising friendship with Pendleton and recalls Pendleton lobbying against moving Pendleton to Salem. It notes Pendleton papers, especially The Tribune, opposed the move, labeling the stance hypocritical and nauseating.
Sheriff keeps seat amid calls for change in Umatilla County
A veteran Umatilla County sheriff, praised as one of the best in seventeen states, is unlikely to be replaced by an inexperienced candidate solely to satisfy a push for change.
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Umatilla County
The saddest words of tongue or pen
A pithy remark about the journalism dilemma of printing ahead of time while lacking a specific release date. The line evokes newsroom pressure and uncertainties in publishing schedules.
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