Asahel Bush II was easily the most revered and recognizable personage in Salem, Oregon. He was bowed to and greeted as he walked down the street, and certainly at the Oregon Statesman, his newspaper, and at Ladd & Bush Bank. As the Statesman's owner and editor, he helped shape Oregon government, telling readers what to think about local political figures and issues.

The home contains some of its original furnishings, including the wallpaper.

Located within the Gaiety Hill/Bush's Pasture Park.

Location: 600 Mission St SE, Salem Oregon 97302

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The Most Anticipated Upcoming Oregon Events Are: 2009 Wine Country Thanksgiving Portland November 27 thru November 29 Hood River Last Chance Holiday Bazaar Odell December 12 thru December 13 Oddwater - Where it's OK to be weird Newport continuing thru January 1 Candlelight Tour Aurora December 5 thru December 6 Whale of a Christmas Depoe Bay December 5

Other upcoming events include: PGE Festival of Lights Holiday Parade Salem December 12 Holiday Music Festival La Grande December 5 thru December 6 Rickreall Christmas Pageant Rickreall December 10 thru December 12 Clayfolk Show and Sale Medford November 20 thru November 22 Holiday Ale Festival 2009 Portland December 2 thru December 6