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Eugene Weekly Guard

Location

Eugene, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Apr 16, 1908

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RATS IN BITTER WRANGLE OVER McCARRAN DELEGATES

New York April 15 A bitter struggle within the Democratic state convention over Kings County McCarren delegates delayed the session. The Conners Murphy faction named Parker Murphy Nixon Proeh as delegates at large with Nathan Straus to be a presidential elector. A sharp clash with Tammany leader Cohalan followed Hearst support withdrawal. The credentials panel adjourned at 10 am to reconvene later.

Patrick H. McCarren W. J. Connera Jen F. Murphy McCarren Kings County Conners-Murphy Alton B Parker Charles F. Murphy Lewis Nixon Charles Proeh Nathan Straus Friends of Bryan Committee On Resolutions Bryan New York Committee On Credentials McCarrey Tammany Hall Kings County Democracy Daniel F. Cohalan Tammany Kings County Organization Hearst

Prominent Man Fined Under Pure Food Law in Washington

Washington April 15. N Warper president of the Washington chamber of commerce and a drug manufacturer was fined 500 dollars on one count and 200 dollars on another for manufacturing and selling an alleged mislabelled pharmaceutical compound. President Roosevelt urged a jail sentence.

Washington N. Warper Washington Chamber of Commerce Roosevelt

Hobson Says President Will Use Big Stick

Washington April 15 Tawney's amendment to reduce new battleship appropriations from two to one was defeated in the house by 205 to 65 ayes.

Hobson Washington Tawney House

Hobson Amendment on Naval Bill Defeated in House

In debate Rep Hobson quoted President Roosevelt saying he would veto any public building bill unless he obtained more battleships. Hobson proposed four battleships instead of two in the naval appropriation bill but the House rejected the amendment by 79 to 194.

House Hobson Roosevelt

Pope Grants Private Audience To German Chancellor

Rome April 15 The Pope received a private audience with Prince von Bülow German chancellor and Princess von Bülow in the Vatican during a formal papal audience setting documented by Rome correspondents.

Rome Prince von Bulow Germany von Bulow

Faster Skirts Offer Spring Silk Line and Bonnets

Feature on a new spring line of silk skirts in various shades including black, with price range from six to fifteen dollars and a money back guarantee. Mentions child wear and white bonnets in assorted prices.

Easter Ribbon Headquarters Offers Wide Variety

Local store advertises thousands of yards of ribbons in styles plain and fancy for Easter decor. Ribbons come in all widths and colors with prices from the yard.

Glove styles offered in spring shades with prices

The ad lists kid, silk and fabric gloves in new spring shades. 16-button kid gloves in light tan brown and black sell per pair for 3.50. 16-button silk gloves in black and white with double tipped fingers cost 1.50. 12-button silk gloves in black and white with double tipped fingers are priced at 1.25 per pair.

Veils in Spring Shades Offer Bargain Promo

A local retailer advertises veils in new spring shades with options from yard 25c to 4c. Sizes range from 1% yards to 3 yards long, with prices up to 3.50 per veil and multiple shade choices mentioned.

Waist Special Dressy waists for Easter sale

A local shop advertises silk lined waists priced at 12 and 14 dollars now offered at 10 dollars each for Easter. The promotion emphasizes the waists as accessorizing as essential as the suit in the season.

Tailored Waists Tailored Waists at Easter Prices

A charming silk walkt just arrived for Easter, tailor made in long or short sleeves, black or navy. Moderately priced at six dollars each.

Belts Showcase New East fashions in elastic belts

New arrivals from fashion centers of the East ease choosing a belt with elastic belts leading in popularity. Styles include Persian effects and elastic braid belts with handsomely chased buckles priced from 75e to 2.25.

East

Noose Refuses To Authorize More Than Two Warships

Washington reports that despite the president's urging for four battleships in the naval bill, Congress likely will authorize no more than two. Chairman Haile argued two are sufficient, with a chance only one ship being provided before final passage. Tawney criticized the wartime spending and urged restraint, noting the United States spends more on defense than any other nation and stressing isolation as a key defensive asset.

Washington Congress Haile Committee On Naval Affairs Willams Tawney United States England Germany France Mr. Tawney Pacific

Japanese Promise to Make Amends at Mukden

Pekin reports that Baron Hayashi the Japanese minister to China has assured that any Japanese official who offended a Chinese will receive full reparation, in response to the assault by the Japanese postman and other native servants of the American consul general at Mukden.

Pekin Mukden Willard D. Straight Baron Hayashi China

News of disgrace caused his death in Philadelphia

Philadelphia April 15 Herbert E. K. Heyl recently retired from the Franklin Institute where he had served as actuary and treasurer for twenty two years. The inquiry into his death cites disgraceful circumstances surrounding his final days, with officials noting his fall from grace preceded his passing. Authorities are reviewing medical and financial records to determine cause and responsibility.

Philadelphia Herbert EK. Heyl Franklin Institute

William L. Douglas Emerges as Massachusetts Fix Governor Candidate

Massachusetts political scene centers on William L. Douglas noted as a potential presidential contender. The article highlights his role as fix-governor and discusses implications for party strategy and upcoming elections.

William L. Douglas Massachusetts

Warrant Issued for Arrest Mentioned in Morning Paper

A morning report states a warrant was issued for his arrest on embezzlement of $12,000. He suffered what was described as apoplexy and died shortly after.

London Receivership Chooses Sir George Gibb for Underground Railway

Sir George Gibb was appointed receiver and manager of the underground electric railway company in London, amid ongoing financial and operational restructuring. The move names Gibb to oversee the company’s assets, liabilities, and strategic direction during the commission.

London George Gibb Underground Electric Railway Company

Chicago Wheat Market Snapshot

Chicago wheat prices on April 15 show May at 91, July at 85 1 2, September at 33 4, reflecting concise futures trading activity in the session.

Chicago

Fulton Denounces Heney as Malicious Graft Prosecutor

Portland April 15 United States Senator Fulton addressed about 3000 people at the Armory outlining his reelection case. He denounced Heney as a willful malicious liar driven by motives other than the public good. The crowd cheered Fulton and welcomed demonstrations for both sides, while Judge George H Williams delivered a Republican remark after the speech.

Portland Armory United States Fulton Honey Llar W. D. Wheelwright Chamberlain George H. Williams

Express firms cut rates in line with Sibley act

Lincoln Neb April 15 Three express companies the American the United States and the Pacific reduced express rates twenty five percent today in conformity with the Sibley act which had just gone into effect.

Lincoln Neb Express The American United States Pacific

Official Forecast for Northwest Portland Weather Report

The forecast covers Western Oregon and Western Washington predicting showers tonight and Thursday with westerly winds. Eastern Oregon and Washington along with Idaho are also slated for showers tonight or Thursday.

Portland Oregon Washington Idaho

O Hara Gold Strike Yields Dust and Nuggets Near Sonora

The O'Hara gold strike north of Sonora California yields strong dust and nugget results, signaling productive diggings and promising prospecting for the region.

O'Hara Sonora Cal

Burst of Lake Hauser Dam Causes Wide Flood Devastation

Dramatic reports detail catastrophic inundation as the Lake Hauser dam burst. Hauser village, Craig town, and multiple homes washed away. Workers, including Carl Ide, drowned while efforts to reinforce or mitigate the flood continued. Boston & Montana firm dynamited Black Eagle Falls to protect its smelter, while Hauser Lake floodwaters moved toward Ulm, threatening industrial sites and communities downstream.

Valles Hauser Craig Carl Ide Great Falls Boston & Montana Company Black Eagle Falls Great Falla Hauser Lake Ulm Boston & Montana

Earthquake Shock Felt in Utah

Salt Lake April 15. A distinct earthquake was felt early this morning at Milford, south of Salt Lake City. People ran from homes in alarm but there was no serious damage. The shock was also felt at Nephi, Utah.

Salt Lake Milford Ne House Utah

Revolutionists Active in Korea Reported South of Seoul

Seoul dispatch says revolutionists are active south of the city. Two cabinet ministers have resigned amid an increasing anti-Japanese movement and plans to boost military forces.

Tokyo Seoul

Jack Atkin Wins Carter Handicap

Jack Atkin clinched victory in the Carter Handicap at Aqueduct New York on April 15, as racing officials noted a strong performance by the horse and jockey.

Jack Atkin Carter

Princeton University President Favored by Conservative Democrats

The Princeton University leader is favored by a bloc of conservative Democrats seeking a presidency aligned with traditional policy positions. Supporters frame the choice as stability for the university amid changing political currents.

Princeton Aniversity

Carter handicap race result and harboring notes

Jack Atkirp won the Carter handicap of seven furlongs with a time of 1:27.4, as Red River carried the career title. Baseball scores yesterday show Portland 7, Los Angeles 0 and San Francisco 1, Oakland. J C Wattenberger operates a sheep-shearing plant near Echo with 50 workers and claims to shear 40,000 to 75,000 sheep there and more near Heppner.

Carter Jack Atkirp Red Wiverly Portland Los Angeles San Francisco Oakland J. C. Wattenberger Echo United States Heppner

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