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near Bend. He was the institution's largest financial donor for many years, contributing over $ 1 million to the museum. His gifts funded many of the museum's exhibits, publications, and educational programs. He also served as chairman of the museum's board of directors in 1989 and 1990.
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Chandler journalism scholarships and endowed lecture series still benefits students at the University of Oregon. At Central Oregon Community College, the Chandler visiting scholar program continues to host lectures and workshops for central Oregon students.
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from 1919 to 1953. In 1953, he put the newspaper up for sale. Sawyer received offers from several large newspaper chains, but eventually sold the newspaper to
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