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- Volume II resumes the newsletter format used in Volume I No. I-VIII. Page 1 “A Cambodian Story” An account is given of Dick and Beth Myers’ visit to Cambodia, alongside commentary suggesting a U.S. involvement in a regime change in the country. Continued on Page 2. “TODAY’S SCHEDULES IN BRIEFS…” Events are mentioned, including teach-ins, a general meeting, discussions, a candle memorial parade, and rapping. Page 2 [no title, a continuation of “A Cambodian Story” on Page 1] Dick and Beth Myers’ story and accompanying commentary is concluded. “HAS THE U.S. FAILED YOU????????” Military involvement in Cambodia is criticized. Page 3 “WOODSTOCK THREATENING” Gary K. Marks A meeting of 1500 individuals in the Memorial Union lounge is reported, with the author holding the meeting in a general high regard. The main theme involved respect for the “sanctity of life.” “KENT 1970” A poem by Lyndon B. Johnson is printed. “Value Systems Conflict” Eric Carty A case is made that the American Revolution was not successful. The primary evidence is that the United States is not a secluded state, militarily involving itself with the affairs of other countries. Continued on Page 4. Page 4 [no title, a continuation of “Value Systems Conflict” on Page 3] The case against the success of the American Revolution is concluded. “Senate moves…..in the right direction” After two unsuccessful ventures, the ASOSU Senate is reported to have passed a bill presented nation-wide which deals with peace and dissent. “OREGON BROTHERS RESPOND” Strikes at Portland State, Lewis and Clark College, Oregon College of Education, and the University of Oregon are reported. The strikes were in response to action in Cambodia. Page 5 “BLOODBATH AT KENT STATE” Al Brown, Jr. A commentary criticizes Kent State for the shootings of five students. Information is given about the victims, although only four are identified. Protests at other universities are listed at the end of the article.
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- Page 1: “The truth shall make you…” The Black Student Union tells its side of the story concerning its absence from an all-school convocation to discuss the events on campus. The BSU accuses the administration and the Barometer of using misinformation as propaganda against the BSU. Quip: “The rise of the Athletic Department to power has been a real Cinderella story. Every night at 12 o’clock, the Great Pumpkin turns into a coach.” Announcement of a 1 p.m. rally at the University of Oregon campus in support of the OSU BSU. Page 2: “Hold that line!” Continued boycott of classes is urged because of inaction in the OSU Faculty Senate to address human rights, despite appeals from the ASOSU Senate, the American Fedeartioin of Teachers, the Foreign Students’ Association, the Student Action Committee, and the Kennedy Action Corps. The Athletic Department is accused of caring about wins more than ethics, while the boycott is also encouraged to include athletic events. Page 3: “Portland State support…” Portland State University student body president Andrew Haynes, the first black student president at an Oregon college, voices his support of the boycott. “Faculty Stalemate…” A report of an emergency session of the Faculty Senate indicates that about 1000 students and faculty were disappointed when the Faculty Senate did not hold a vote after two hours of debating assistant professor Fred Cervantes’ proposal which would create a committee and suspend action taken against students involved in the boycott. “Boycott Progress Report…” A progress report on the boycott indicates that 67 professors joined the boycott, while 36 others support it but felt they could not join. Various other organizations in support of the boycott are also listed. Page 4: “EXCERPT IS FROM OREGONIAN, MAR. 1, BY W. HILLIARD” An Oregonian article explains the viewpoint of the BSU, and the larger issue of cultural identity. The article concludes with the time and location of the rally at the University of Oregon Campus mentioned on page one. “Beaver Coach Raps…” Various quotes and observations of Coach Dee Andros are compiled in an unflattering sequence. “Rally Tomorrow…” A student rally is advertised for the following day. Dick Jones, University of Oregon student body president, is advertised as a speaker for the rally.
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- Note: This is the first issue of the Scabsheet to address issues unrelated to the 1969 Black Student Union Walkout as it criticizes the use of computers for class registration. Page 1 The title sheet depicts a line of students waiting to enter OSU Computer Service. The exit sign is above a slot with people-shaped paper shooting out of it on to a stack, which is situated on a cart labeled “Programs.” The paper is made to represent the punch cards used in computer programming during 1969. Page 2 “Computer Registration Sucks” A new computerized registration format is criticized because, while helpful to the Registrar’s Office, prevents the student from choosing a preferred instructor in multi-section courses. The official policy is reprinted in full. Continued on Page 3. Page 3 “Computer Reg. Sucks (cont’d.)” The official policy is continued and labeled as “inhumane.” “The American Renaissance Symposium Exists” Quenching rumors of its non-existence, the American Renaissance is defended, while the Student Activities Committee is reprimanded for refusing to recognize its existence. Citing state policies, the symposium’s importance is defended. Continued on Page 4. Page 4 [no title] Defense of the American Renaissance Symposium and attack on the Student Activities Committee is continued. “Here We Go Again?” Citing an approved portion of the Administrative Proposal, actions of basketball and football coaches are questioned after members from both teams (race unspecified) are reported to have been informally suspended until adhering to grooming standards. The cases are reported to have been recommended to the Commission on Human Rights and Responsibilities. [no title] Famous quotes are altered and attributed to the Student Senate in a satirical attack. [no title] A poem uses satire to criticize the computers referenced in the Page 2.
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- Note: According to its publication date, this issue is the eighth issue to be published, however “Vol.I No.VI” is written on the cover (the font makes it look like Vol.II No. VII); however, the next issue claims to be number eight. To keep publication dates in order, we have relabeled this issue as VIII-A and issue VIII as VIII-B. Page 1 The title page depicts an ASOSU election ballot with such words as “conspiracy” and “smear” next to checkmarks. A large hand has stamped the word “FRAUD” on the ballot. Caricatures (identities unknown) are holding a pen and appear to have just voted on the ballot. Page 2 “ELECTION FRAUD” The recent student election for the ASOSU is called into question. Various prerequisites for positions are cited as examples of illegitimate proceedings involving students not matching the requirements for filled positions. The Student Activities Committee is accused of showing favoritism towards certain members of the administration. Also cited was the misprinting of some of the ballots, with some names left off. Other voter fraud is claimed. Continued on Page 3. Page 3 [no title] “ELECTION FRAUD” from Page 1 is concluded. “REESOR FIGHTS CONSPIRACY” Various obstacles of Reesor’s ASOSU Presidential campaign, mostly involving his eligibility, are recounted. Continued on Page 8. Page 4 “ASOSU ELECTIONS: 1969” The entire page is filled by drawings depicting various groups involved in the ASOSU elections in an unflattering mannor. Page 5 “ELECTIONS MUST BE HALTED AND INVESTIGATED” Dirty politics and prejudiced rules are accused of tampering with the ASOSU elections. Various candidates, both winners and losers, are paraphrased (although with no identification of the individual paraphrased) regarding the allegedly fraudulent election. Various specific allegations are made regarding the level of fraud in the elections. Continued on Page 7. Page 6 [no title] Artwork depicts the Athletic Department, Administration, MU Director, “Corrupt Student Leaders,” and their hand-picked candidate standing over a pile of students with such names as “student voice,” “smear,” and “invalidated students.” The picture is captioned “THE BEST MAN WON.” Page 7 “David and Lisa” The film by Contemporary Films and Young Film Makers is advertised. [no title] Continuation of “ELECTIONS MUST BE HALTED AND INVESTIGATED” on Page 5. Continued on Page 8. Page 8 [no title] Conclusion of “ELECTIONS MUST BE HALTED AND INVESTIGATED” from Page 7. “REESOR FIGHTS CONSPIRACY (cont’d)” Conclusion of article on Page 3.
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- Page 1 The title page shows a very rough sketch, presumably of a soldier standing before a body. Before the soldier is possibly a bonfire with bodies inside. Page 2 “MAYBE” Jamie Proffit Philosophical questions are addressed, specifically regarding this being “your world” and other questions of the importance of being self-aware. “BALLROOM RAP” Al Brown A meeting of 1000 students is reported to not be a strike, but rather a gathering to plan non-violent activities. Students were urged to go to church and contact their ministers and mothers, asking them to preach “Thou Shalt Not Kill” and ask questions of “What if I had been at Kent State?” [no title] Advertisement for the Student Mobilization Committee to End the War in Vietnam. Page 3 “ONLY IN AMERICA---“ Carl Sromsness Inaccuracies are reported regarding an NBC report that 429 campuses are closed due to strikes, including four in Oregon. The actual number in Oregon is claimed to be 11. This inaccuracy is used to attack NBC and estimate that up to 1000 schools are on strike, not 429. Page 4 “NO MORE MARATORIUMS M.K. The case is made that foreign aid disguised as military spending is the most American activity of the day. The case is made that all U.S. troops should withdraw from foreign soil, ROTC should be disbanded, Bank of America dissolved, and “armed killers” such as the National Guard and police force be disbanded. [no title] Duke Bendix The author encourages “real love” in the form of following Jesus Christ. “PURPOSE OF ‘A MODEST PROPOSAL FOR LIFE’” Issued by the Coordinating Committee of Associated Students on May 7, 1970, goals of a non-violent community are established. Page 5 “A LEGAL PLAN” Eric Carty Readers are encouraged to protest outside government buildings on campus, specifically the USDA, USDI, US Weather Bureau, and ROTC, among other Federally-supported programs. “WHY WHEN THE SUN SHINES” Diann A poem questioning guns, knives, and violence. “Y + A I = E F” Richard Habin and Steve Nelson A formula is given to help encourage the non-support of corporate America. The formula is: You, in being Actively Involved, can be an Effective Force. An example given is to boycott Coca-Cola sales on campus. (Continued on Page 6.) Page 6 [no title] Conclusion of ““Y + A I = E F” on Page 5. “A MODEST PROPOSLA FOR LIFE Berry Hobby Pleading is made for others to join an anti-violence protest as the idea of violence is attacked due to recent action in Cambodia. “WHY ARE WE HERE?” Al Brown The need for the existence of OSU is questioned because of the United States invasion of Cambodia. Various rhetorical questions are asked, such as “What does this mean?” The university system is blamed for many of the problems.
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- Page 1 The title page depicts Coach Dee Andros wearing a crown, with the body of a giant gorilla. One hand is holding a marionette, possibly depicting President Jensen, while the other hand is holding a chain from around the neck of a football player holding a sign labeled “Freedom Now!” The date, April 16, is crossed out, with 19 written underneath. (“19” is cut-off on copy). Page 2 “Baro Bites Again” The Daily Barometer editor is criticized for the firing of one of a star journalist. The journal was fired for an alleged “lack of journalistic integrity,” and the editor refused to cite a specific event or let the firing go before a review board. “University Racist” Citing an FBI investigation over the Black Student Union’s protest, it is revealed that the FBI considered the university’s policies and attitudes to be racist. “Angel Flight Digs Hair” Angel Flight, a female portion of the Air Force ROTC, is reported to have harassed a male student for his long hair, and the Student Activities Committee is criticized for failing to take action against the group. “Scabbers for Reeson” Making an exception to its policy of refraining from endorsing any ASOSU group, the Scab Sheet formally endorses David Reesor as Candidate for ASOSU President, followed by a posting of his campaign’s Statement of Policies. Continued on Page 5. Page 3 “[Faded word] Sucks” The Administrative Proposal is summarized and called worthless, largely because of the ineffectiveness of the Human Rights Commission. “Dee Andros Forms Coalition” After reporting that Black Student Unions throughout Washington have racially discriminated against black OSU athletes, OSU is criticized for creating a hostile environment for its black students. Continued on Page 4. [Note: there is no mention of a coalition formed by Dee Andros in this article.] Page 4 “Andros Coalition (cont’d.)” The critique of OSU continues. “Student Leaders Suck” Claims of mismanagement and improper preparation are used against Dave Zier, the student body president. He is accused of questionable actions during his politicking into the office. “Viva Grape Boycott” It is reported that the Student Friends of the United Farm Workers Organization was formed, and evidence in favor of the workers and against Safeway is given. [no title] The following quote is given: “BIG BROTHER: THE SCAB SHEET IS WATCHING YOU…” Page 5 “Reesor Statement of Policies (cont’d) ASOSU Presidential Candidate David Reesor concludes his campaign’s Statement of Policies. Continued on Page 6. Page 6 “Reesor Statement of Policies (cont’d)” ASOSU Presidential Candidate David Reesor concludes his campaign’s Statement of Policies. “Fertilize Your Mind!” A movement to remove English Professor Alan Young is questioned as a conspiracy due to convenient timing of complaints, which according to the Scab Sheet, are attempting to “raise issues for the sake of having issues.” This same instructor was looped with Dee Andros in a scathing article appearing in Vol. I, No. II due to the strict dress code imposed on his students. “Rock Rocks” As class is commended for its progressive content and organization as it teaches about San Francisco Rock Music, sponsored by the Honors Program and tutored by Professor Harry MacCormack of the English Department. “SAC Sucks” The Student Activities Committee is criticized for its censorship of an event run by SDS. Several accusations are challenged, and the committee is charged with acting before hearing a rebuttal to any claims. Page 7 “SAC Sucks (cont’d)” The critique of the SAC is continued as the Scab Sheet suggests that the SAC should be investigated. “Reesor Raps” ASOSU presidential candidate David Reesor accuses the Student Activities Committee of unfair treatment after threatening to take action through an injunction against the election to take place that same day. Reesor’s name was left off of the ballot. “DOODLING AREA” Sponsored by “XYZ,” an area is left blank, presumably for the reader to use for doodles. “WOMEN PLEA FOR EQUAL RIGHTS” The all-campus-sleep-out on April 25th is promoted. The sleep-out protests unequal treatment of women through the existence of a curfew for women. “TOTAL EDUCATION” The Scab Sheet promotes a new idea of education which requires the use of all five human senses to be utilized in the learning process. “THINK!!” A poem is printed: “Out of the libraries Stride the slaughterers. The mothers stand Clutching their children, and Stare searching the skies numbly For the inventions of scholars.” Page 8 “HAVE A HEART, DEE” While agreeing with the sentiment that improvements were made after the human rights controversy, the Scab Sheet claims that such improvements are only due to the black student population decreasing by half. Dee Andros is encouraged to “grow up” and grow a heart. “ROTC SUCKS” The Scab Sheet labels the military as obsolete and questions its existence at OSU. The ROTC program is accused of conditioning its students into mindless killers, labeling leadership as merely the ability to follow orders.
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- This issue includes no dates or indication of volume and issue number, however content and style indicate that it was part of Volume II, published in 1970. It was at least May 10 due to a reprint of an Associated Press article printed on May 10. Page 1 The title page depicts a caricature of President Nixon talking about wanting “a piece of Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos…” and that he knows he did was he believes is right. He is holding the United States by a noose and is holding a model of the Memorial Union with the words “STUDENT UNION” underneath. The model is broken in half, with one half falling. Nixon’s foot is on the chest of a man, possibly Viet Cong, labeled “VOICE OF CHANGE.” The artwork is signed by “Christopher,” and “THE SCAB SHEET” is written at top. No dates, volumes, or issue numbers are printed. Page 2 [no title] A thanks is offered to McGarry’s Foodliner, Henderson’s Office Supplies, and Girl Friday, Inc. for sponsor ship, while the reader is urged to give them business. “A HISTORY OF THE MORATORIUM ON VIOLENCE” Contributions are asked to assist in the creation of a book on “the Moratorium.” Both people and money are requested. Page 3 “GET IT TOGETHER IN SALEM” LLB A presentation of petitions for Governor McCall are announced to follow a peaceful sit-in during the Governor’s address on the Capitol Rotunda on Monday (no date given). “WHAT THE WAR IN SOUTHEAST ASIA COSTS OUR NATION” Casualties and budget concerns are highlighted regarding conflict in Asia. “WHAT THE WAR IN SOUTHEAST ASIA COSTS OREGONIANS” The same details given for national figures are given for state-level figures regarding casualties, etc. “KEEP THE FAITH…” Contact information is given for people to write to senators and representatives urging support of the Hatfield Amendment, related to military expenditures and senior citizen income. Page 4 [no title] An extensive timeline is given of the history of Vietnam since 1880. “PEARL FOR PEACE” Urging votes for Art Pearl, a democratic candidate for Governor, the assertion is made that not voting for Pearl equates support for the conflict in Vietnam. Page 5 “REFLECTION OF REVOLUTION?” Gary Marks An allegorical story is told about the United Boundaries of Hysteria, its paranoid president, involvement in war, and the enlightenment of Hysteria’s people. “STRENGTH, A GOD WORD…” A quote from Aldous Huxley’s Island regarding caring for others. “REVOLUTION” Al Brown After Nixon’s decision not to pursue military action in Cambodia, the author criticizes Nixon for not ending action in the entire region. Continued on Page 6. Page 6 [no title] Continuation of “REVOLUTION” on Page 5. “AFTHERMATH” A short poem about death by Doug Stone. Page 7 “SUCCESSFUL STUDENT ACTION DEPENDS ON REALIZING THAT” Eric Gould, Professor of English The University is declared the most important unit of the American Military-Industrial Complex. It is accused of stifling creativity, and student action is urged. Some of the critique involves not just ROTC, but also research and the creation of an upper middle class. [no title] A quote by President Dwight D. Eisenhower regarding the promotion of peace. Page 8 “A POLL?” Readers are urged not to participate in a poll by the Civil Engineering Department because its questions, such as asking if ROTC should be present on campus, might represent the department’s biased views, and the poll requires a 10,000 person response to be valid. “THE PHONE TAX REBELLION AND THE SPIRIT OF 1773” Readers are urged to join the “tax rebellion” by refusing to pay a 10% tax on phone service. Page 9 “NERVE GAS WHITE PAPER” [no article—headline only] “HOW ABOUT EVACUATION? People Against Nerve Gas The Army is criticized after a recent request to Oregon’s governor to authorize evacuations following the release of nerve gas. Various logistical obstacles are given to support the critique, and arguments are given to suggest that a test of nerve agents would require months of costly logistical planning and execution. [no title] The date (May 10, 1970) and short description (100 people elipse [sic] in front of White House routed with tear gas) are given of an article by the Associated Press. The article is not printed. Page 10 “US. INVOLVEMENT” Statistics are presented regarding financial and casualty figures for the conflict in Vietnam. The reader is urged to become involved in activism supporting withdrawal from Vietnam and Cambodia. “MUNICH OR CO-PROSPERITY? L. Adolf Citing a comparison to Nazi Germany and Imperial Japan, the refusal to withdraw from Vietnam and Cambodia is criticized, although President Nixon is commended for honorable, if misguided, intentions.
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- Collins was one of the first Native American students at Oregon State University. He was affiliated with the Siletz Tribe and graduated in 1888.
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- Gifford took many photographs of Native Americans in the Columbia Basin during the years that he maintained a studio in The Dalles (1895-1910). This Photo is used in the 1986/1987 OSU Foundation Annual Report (page 11) soon after the collection was donated to OSU by the Gifford Family.
