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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1907
Page
3
The Eugene Weekly Guard printer advertises publishing weekly on Thursdays from Eugene Oregon. It lists subscription prices at 1.50 yearly in advance and 2.00 at year end and notes entry at the Eugene post office as second class matter.
The newspaper lists authorized subscription and business agents: Cottage Grove W. C. Corner Creswell J. L. Clark Coburg Geo. A. Drury.
The Guard Printing Co offers new or renewing subscribers a one year advance at 1.50 for the Weekly Guard and a free choice of the Twice-a-week St Louis Republic or the Oregon Agriculturist for one year. Old readers may still claim a premium by sending name and address, with remittances to Eugene, Oregon.
The New York World reprints an editorial asking What Is a Democrat and should also query What is a Republican The piece ridicules harmonizing divergent Democrats Bryan Cleveland Hearst Belmont and questions a platform that would suit Roosevelt Harriman Cannon Fairbanks Rockefeller and Binger Hermann.
The piece argues the Thaw murder trial reveals a farcical, protracted case driven by wealth and sensationalism, while noting a national shift away from strict party allegiance toward independent voting and reformist sentiment amid political realignments in state leadership.
The high court affirms a homesteader may relinquish his claim even if a prior sale of the same tract is disputed. Justice Brewer notes that gate status and sold item are factual and bound by land department findings. The decision separates sale validity from the act of relinquishment while preserving title implications.
The Tribune notes public notice of partisan appointments in state boards. It cites a Republican railroad commission appointing a Democratic clerk and a Democratic board of sheep inspectors naming a Republican secretary. It argues nonpartisanship is essential and questions the meaning of Democrat and Republican.
The court notes a homesteader may abandon his entry at any time and relinquish the right to the land. Once Love relinquished his claim, he cannot challenge the government patent to Mrs. Flahly. The matter remains between government and other applicants.
New York physicians detain a woman described as a typhoid carrier who remains immune yet has worked as a cook. She may have infected about 25 people, raising questions about how carriers spread disease and the lack of legal means to detain her. Doctors urge further study of such conditions to assess broader risks.
The Calif ornia prune market shows no sharp rise in demand while remaining firm on a 2 percent bag basis for Santa Clara and 2 1 3 cent for outer districts. Heavy rains damaged early blossoms, weather clearing only recently, and traders foresee possible price bumps. East coast activity remains mainly secondhand trading between districts with differing costs, limiting new coastal business.
Eugene council signed a contract for paving Willamette street and approving electric car service elevating Eugene into city class. The move promises rapid public and private improvements as the retiring administration closes its term.
A local editorial praises the incoming administration for pledging to settle the long discussed water issue. It calls for united public support, warns against unjustified criticism, and stresses balancing private interests with the welfare and protection of all citizens as the city moves to swift, decisive action. The piece notes Eugene residents, regardless of past ties, will back the effort to achieve success.
The Patrons of Husbandry in Linn county threaten a referendum on the state university appropriation. The Oregonian regrets the move, which would cripple the university for two years and paint farmers as opposed to education. The proposed funding of 125000 dollars yearly should equip and expand the university rather than be curtailed. If not properly supported, the institution should be closed.
Albany Democrat notes Portland advertising men passed resolutions against J. C. Cooper of McMinnville leading a group of girls back to Jamestown in buckskin outfits. The piece argues such attire is not representative of Oregon and would misrepresent the state, asserting modern dress would be more appropriate.
Captain Ulysses Grant McAlexander of the Thirteenth Infantry is named commandant and instructor of military science at Oregon Agricultural College for next fall. Appointed by the War Department he begins as official inspector of land grants for agricultural colleges and will tour starting in New Orleans. He will inspect OAC cadets March 4% and return to Washington then back to Corvallis for September opening. James Hayes of Junction City loads 65 bales of Hyland Jet hops for Chicago sales to E. Clemens Horst & Co.
Evangelist McConnell and Rev. W T Matlock conduct revival services at the Coburg Christian church inviting local residents to attend nightly sermons and gatherings through the week.
Miss Lizzie Arnspiger visited Eugene relatives the latter part of the week. The Harrisburg flouring mill resumes operations only when shipping facilities improve. Mr. and Mrs. Norman Howard visited from Springfield for a short time. Mr. and Mrs. W. N. Bucknum from Coburg were in town on business and visiting. Mrs. F. Long of Eugene has cared for her brother Roy Willoughby, with relatives in Harrisburg. Mrs. L. B. Gleason and child visited Springfield and Wendling. Miss Fannie Colvin of Eugene, a former public school teacher, returned for a brief visit. A. S. Gleason of Hubbard planned a jewelry partnership with R. C. Roberts and a Junction City store. Mr. Roberts expects improvements. the partnership aims for success. Roy Allen Willoughby died at his sister’s home April 1 1907 aged 29. He leaves a wife, a son, parents, and siblings. The death ends a long illness. funeral at the M E south church led by Rev. D. E. Baker, burial in I C C F cemetery, with many relatives and friends present.
Special correspondence from Lorane on April 4 reports McKernan and Fidler sawing shingles and planning to run a mill soon. Local events include M. B. Stone's initiation by the Odd Fellows, a farm sale by L. E. Willard to Geo. Schneider, and Uncle Joe Landrith's death. Easter services and Ladies' Aid decorations brighten the community, while Hildred Inman’s illness draws care from kin and friends.
Special Correspondence from Lorane April reports a renewed manhunt for a burglar terrorizing the area. A suspect fled into a Calapoola mountains house near Cartwright schoolhouse, exchanges of fire occurred, and the intruder vanished after mounting a defense and escaping under cover of darkness. Provisions and a stolen knife were later recovered amid renewed searches.
Farmers long for fair weather to finish sowing grain as Elder E. J. Emmons preached to a large audience. Sunday school elected officers: Superintendent W. L. Wheeler, assistant Mrs. Wiltse, secretary Eddie Baxter, treasurer Lora Farrow, assistant treasurer Lora Farrow, organist Lora Wheeler, chorister W. L. Wheeler. P N Shelley bought a two year old colt from V S Bond for 75 dollars. Several sick listed. Professor Inlow dined Easter with Elder Wiltse.
Veterans in Eugene seek to form a Sons of Veterans camp before Memorial Day. Signatures for membership are being gathered, with canvassers calling on eligible locals or inviting inquiries at Gates and Crane opposite the post office. Mr Crane’s long-standing order membership supports a promising outlook.
Near Point Terrace in Oregon a son was born Tuesday March 26 1907 to Mr and Mrs Casper Tylden. In Glendale Oregon on Monday April 1 1907 a son was born to Mr and Mrs John Steear of Mapleton.
Articles of Incorporation filed with the county clerk name J E Noland M M Dobbins and W H Flick as incorporators. Principal place of business Creswell with $1500 capital stock and $100 par value per share. Objects include purchasing timber lands manufacturing lumber building logging roads and condemning property as needed to operate timber business under Oregon law.
Lowell vicinity notes report improving grain prospects and upcoming corn planting while gardens look well. Logging camps run full tilt with high log demand. Rose Stiere and Steve Harris wed and depart for Washington. A cougar attack near Middle Fork blames a dog. hunter seeks a replacement. Roy Humphrey begins work at a logging camp on the Kelsay place. Joshua Cain to carry mail to Hazeldell. Weather shows 19 rainy days, 2 clear, 9 cloudy with mild temps.
Grants Pass April 4. The American Gold Fields Company surrendered Granite Hill mines to original owners amid overdue payments, with miners demanding wages three months late. The camp eight miles from the city is quiet as property, horses, wagons, office furniture and lumber are attached. R. A. Booth of Eugene acts as trustee and Oregon California interests regain control.
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