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Newspaper

Eugene Weekly Guard

Location

Eugene, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Apr 08, 1909

Page

4

Forests Not Last a Score of Years Says Mills

A government forestry lecturer warned the assembly that forests cannot endure for more than about twenty years at the current rate of cutting. He outlined the vital roles of trees and birds, the wide use of wood products, and the need for efficient forest management to support climate, water, and river channels.

A. Mills Tte Forestry Department Me. Mills Forestry Department Mills VIL Tert University

Malheur Pioneer Burned to Death

Mrs. BR A Lockett, 61, wife of Malheur county’s representative, died in a house fire on lower Willow Creek, 34 miles from Ontario. She had been bedridden for years and was survived by her husband and seven sons and one daughter. The couple’s home was destroyed last evening. Watch for the Wagon. See ad on page and Loyd Tea Company.

Ontario, Or BR. A Lockett Malheur County Lower Willow Creek Agnvallf Alx

De Cou predicts Hudson Bay port rivaling New York

Professor E. E. De Cou urged the college assembly that a Hudson Bay port may rival New York as a shipping point. He noted Canada could become the main grain shipping region in North America and that Hudson Bay, closer to Europe, could ship much of the year.

E. E. de Cou The University College Assembly Hudson Bay New York Canada North America Europe

Boyd County Votes Dry In Kentucky County Unit

Ashland Kentucky April 6 Boyds county votes dry by 107 in a city that centers on iron industry Church bells rang hourly as dry victory boosts Kentucky to 96 of 119 counties dry under the county unit law

Ashland Boyd County

Notable Names Listed in Local Notices

A dated notice from March 7, 1000 at Alix lists numerous individuals including C. E. Bert Mrs. Minnie Broderick Coleman Brown W Burns W J Clark Mre Kittle Dacey Mrs William L Davidson Benjamin Dean Mrs Lottle Dunlap Miss Bertha Fisher Mrs Cena Gamble James Giesy A W Hasen Roy Herbert Peter Hinkley Mrs Hallie Hinman Edward Hole Wm A Lee H E Mack Joseph Mode Miss Lowrena J L Page P M.

Alix C. E. Bert Minnie Broderick Coleman Brown W. Burns W. J Clark Kittle Dacey William L. Davidson Benjamin Dean Lottle Dunlap Bertha Fisher Cena Gamble James Giesy A. W Hasen Roy Herbert Peter Hinkley Hallie Hinman Edward. Hole A. Lee H. E. Mack Joseph Mode Miss Lowrena

Rocky Mountain Tea Promoted By Linn Drug Company

A cryptic note cites Rocky Mountain Tea at night linked to Linn Drug Company suggesting a health product promotion. No clear event date or location is provided, and the text reads as fragmented misquoted lines.

Rocky Mountain Linn Drug Company

Lumber Tariff Upheld by Small Majority in House

In Washington on April 6 the House opened debate on the Payne tariff bill with heated exchanges and strong personalities. The day centered on the lumber and hides schedules as proponents of free lumber faced a narrow six vote margin, preserving the countervailing duty on lumber by a slim margin.

Washinston D. C

Hood's Sarsparilla Promises Vital Strength for High Pressure Living

From personal knowledge Hood's Sarsparilla is recommended to strengthen the nervous system and improve digestion amid the constant demands of business family and society. It is claimed to act on vital organs, build up the whole system, and fit men and women for high pressure days.

Hood

Deschutes land opened to Deschutes Irrigation project

In Salem on April 6 the land board granted the Deschutes Irrigation and Power Company access to about 5000 acres from list No 6. The protest by A M Drake of Portland was overruled as the desert land regulation was opened for settlement.

Salem. Or Desert Land Board Statehouse Deschutes Irrigation & Power Company A. M. Drake Portland

Wonders for kidney bladder and rheumatic trouble sale

An advertisement touts a Texas Wonder remedy claiming relief from kidney and bladder issues and rheumatic trouble. It offers a two month treatment for one dollar and promotes mail order with testimonials from Dr. B. W. Hall at 2926.

Texas

Watch for the Wagon See ad on Page Bord Tea Company

A small newspaper ad urges readers to notice the Wagon promotion from Bord Tea Company appearing on an inner page. It highlights a beverage offer and encourages patronage with a concise mention of the brand.

Excavation Begins on the Sanford Block Corner Fifth and Willamette

Excavation started today for the Sanford block beside the Cherry block at the Fifth and Willamette street corner. The building will be among the citys finest, though only two stories high, with pressed brick exterior and dimensions of 110 by 110 feet.

Sanford Fifth and Willamette Streets

Oregon Supreme Court appeal stalls initiative system

Preliminary papers were filed with the clerk of the supreme court in the State of Oregon in the case State vs. Pacific Telephone & Telegraph Company. The appeal to the U S Supreme Court could decide the fate of Oregon the initiative referendum and the entire primary election system. The argument centers on the claim that direct legislation violates Article 4 Section 4 of the U S Constitution.

Salem Supreme Court United States Supreme Court The Pacific Telephone & Telegraph Company Oregon United States

Lane County Nears Debt Free Status Call for Outstanding Warrants

County Treasurer Eastland reports in the Guard that Lane County is almost out of debt and issues a call for all warrants endorsed before March 27, 1909. Eastland cites improving finances and urges timely presentation for payment.

Eastland

Big sawmill at Black Butte eyed by investors

Cottage Grove report: W C Shortridge of the Coast Fork saw mill says he installed a new 5000 dollar donkey engine, now runs about 20 men, producing 25000 to 30000 feet of lumber daily and attracting inquiries from as far as Buffalo New York. Portland capitalists led by W B Dennis traveled to Black Butte to inspect ground for a new large mill, with talks of an electric or steam railroad to the mining timber belt and possible soon developments.

W. C. Shortridge Coast Fork Cottage Grove Buffalo N. Y Black Butte W. B. Dennis Ladd & Tilton Portland

Sporting notes good catches of trout in small streams

Small streams in Lane county have produced many trout since April first with smaller fish biting freely while river giants hold off. W J Hill returned from a McKenzie trip as Blue River crews catch white fish in abundance. A Bradley creek angler reportedly landed about 1265 small fish last week near Walterville.

Lane County W. J. Hill McKenzie Blue River Bradley Creek Walterville

Town men start practice with University squad

Sid Smith and Manager McCormick led six players in a training session with the University squad. Ormond Bean arranged a track tryout for a preliminary to Saturday's game with Albany college. Winners advance to the Columbia meet in Portland on April 17.

Sid Smith McCormick Smith Ormond Bean Albany College Columbia Portlanc University Kinecard

Radical shift eyed in railroad classification plan

New York April 6 A classification committee in session weighs a radical proposal to rate shipments by commodity value. The Interstate Commerce Commission suggested the idea last December and the panel noted it might be workable if a practical system could be devised. The uniform classification committee will also address the topic.

York Apri Interstate Commerce Commission Prouty Uniform

Births Reported From Local Families in April

A daughter was born March 28 1909 to Mr and Mrs G P Simmons residing on the Mohawk. On April 5 1909 a daughter arrived to Mr and Mrs John R Chetem. On April 1 1909 a son weighing 11 pounds was born to Mr and Mrs W J Yale of McKenzie Bridge.

G. P. Simmons John R. Chetem W. J. Yale McKenzie Bridge

Hollister Rocky Mountain Tea Advert Promises Health

Vintage ad notes long standing virtues of Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea sold by Linn Dros Company for 35 cents in tea or tablet form, claiming happiness and health benefits to thousands of customers.

Hollister Rocky Mountain Linn Dros Company

Lydia Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Endorsed by Graniteville Patient

A Graniteville Vermont letter praises Lydia Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for curing menopausal symptoms and restoring strength. The testimonial claims long-term success with female illnesses including inflammation, ulcers, fibroid tumors, irregularities, pains, backache, and nervousness. The writer urges publication to help other women and notes the medicine's low cost and widespread endorsement over 80 years.

Graniteville Pinkham Cras Banday R.F.D Viligo Pinkham Lydia Brinkham

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Niagara Maid Dent's Perrin's Howe Willamette Street Nazareth RE. A. Mills Franklin Balea Mise Gilberteen Grandma Beck Byers Dolph Lingo Lawrence Hailey Joe Ferguson John Brown Washington H. L. Mount Charles Bailey Srenem Malheur Pace & Loyd Tea Company Lemend Savings Bank Eugene Loan and Savings Bank DE Cou Kentucky J. L. Page, P.M Deschutes Page & Bord Tea Company Sanford Block McCormick and Smith Weston Vancouver B. C Pacific Coast Harry Lane Harriet Kloshe Tillacum House Aan Francisco PRINS Chas. H. Lilly Co Senc de Ip AAS Chas. Barclay Barrington Hall W. M. Green the Square Dearocer Rer Sr RED Cross Drug Store 9Th St Eugene Laut
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