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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1903
Page
1
A critique of the Register for defending Mr Patterson against the Guard and accusations of journalistic bias. The piece argues the breach of courtesy, cites Albany and Eugene automobile notices, reports Archie Livermore asking for early carrier and clerk applications for April 18, and notes Drewsey stock concerns from J A Williams.
The Daily Guard notes a tame city election with light turnout and no major excitement. Mayor G R Chrisman and Recorder B F Dorris head the slate, while ward contests centered on Ward 1 where Al Hampton withdrew and Svarverud faced Anderson. Ward tallies at 4 pm show 327 total ballots with Ward 1 at 179, Ward 2 53, Ward 3 48, Ward 4 47.
State Organizer Geo George K. Rogers visited Creswell Camp Woodmen of the World for the May 15 log rolling. Creswell camp lists 75 members plus candidates, with over 100 from town. About 500 local people expected for Woodmen day, with parade in uniform, a float, brass band, and the camp goat. Creswell Circle Women of Woodcraft likely to have a float.
A. J. Clark of Sacramento California was struck by a south bound local while crowing a trestle between Harrisburg and Junction. He attempted to escape by getting down on the tracks but was struck on the head by a coach step and knocked from the trestle. The train halted and Conductor Huston took him for treatment. The injuries are described as probably light due to the slow speed of the train.
Henry Matthews and Gainey at a stock farm near Goshen surprised by a smoke filled house dawn. A Negro intruder with pistol and razor surrendered after shotgun threats. He claimed California origins, slept, ate, and faced a fifty day county jail term for carrying a concealed weapon.
Negotiations completed this morning confirm Warren Locomotive Smith of the University of California engaged as Oregon's coach for the upcoming football season. Smith previously coached Oregon two seasons ago and did notable work with limited material. The choice satisfies students and faculty. Manager Graham conducted the talks. ACKERMAN TO SPEAK State Superintendent J H W Ackerman will address University students at Assembly tomorrow. Townspeople and visiting trends invited. Geo Noland of Astoria class of 1883 will also speak.
Ursula McCord Creswell of Creswell Ohio died March 31 at home after two years of illness. Born April 6 1837 in Huron County Ohio she married J McCord in 1856 and leaves two sons Gilbert and William. A Baptist convert later joining Seventh Day Adventists her funeral was led by Rev Barnhart and she rests in Howe cemetery.
The Salem Journal views the hop market as buyers, brewers, and short sellers opposed by growers and buyers holding out for supply. It is a gamble and speculation. Growers able to endure a few months appear best positioned, with few factors likely to worsen their stance.
Mr. Sidney Scott reports in a private letter that Mrs. Scott’s health has greatly improved, prompting plans to relocate to Arizona. He has bought into a large sheep business with his brothers, who have already spent twenty five years there.
The Daily Guard reports Marie Ware resigns as United States Land Commissioner for the Eugene area following her father Joel Ware’s earlier retirement. Oregon sees three other commissioners removed or facing possible charges, with grand jury action anticipated late month amid rumors of misconduct in land affairs.
Yesterday marked the first Monday in April making all unpaid taxes delinquent with a 10 percent penalty. Interest accrues at 1 percent monthly, equating to 12 percent annual. The sheriff’s office notes a lighter workload as delinquent list narrows, with receipt No. 5600 reflecting recent office activity and tax rebates encouraging prompt payment.
Mrs. Minerva Kissinger died in Fall Creek on Tuesday morning April ith at age 72. Funeral and burial will be from Chas M Kissinger's residence at 22 First and Madison streets Thursday forenoon at 10 o'clock to the Masonic cemetery.
In the first ward a bitter mayoral contest ended with M Svarverud 108 votes and T B Anderson 150 as 295 votes were tallied. City totals: Mayor Chrisman 438, Recorder Dorris 439, Treasurer Reisner 1188. The council will meet next Monday April 1 with new committees to be announced by Mayor Chrisman.
Cities including Albany Salem Eugene Roseburg and Grants Pass raise funds to complete parks as the valley baseball league organization forms. Schools in Eugene and Salem lead improvements while the grounds will host spring and summer leagues. Areas plan larger tracks and better stands. the effort benefits regional sport.
The Oregonian reports in front page terms that Hermann carried the day in the county with a strong ticket sweep. Cottage Grove criticizes the Eugene staff sent to cover the district convention noting five delegates will oppose Hermann and describing the recent county gathering as the bitterest political fight in the county’s history.
Invitations announce the April 15 wedding of Miss Blanche Taylor daughter of Mr and Mrs W Taylor to Sammel T Thurston a University football star. The ceremony will be a quiet home affair.
The Justice of the Peace held two pending suits today. Overton vs Broder Brothers seeks return of money for a horse believed sound but not. The case will resume next Monday after a funeral. Richard Mount vs John Dendmond concerns unpaid work on a saw and a balance due. Dendmond offered 26 while Mount claimed 5, the court ordered Mount to return the saw upon payment of 2.
The University of Oregon School of Music, self supporting and growing, gains a free annual tuition scholarship for the top student as Regent S H Friendly funds the prize. A. Booth buys four pianos for the department, greatly aiding teaching and student numbers surge.
Hurnham Hyland, a former county commissioner, praised the crushed rock road plan at the Guard office. He recalled traveling from Long Tom to the mill at Springfield in early days with ten bushels of wheat, noting it took four days over Haddleston lane now West Eighth street.
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