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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1908
Page
5
An old advertising feature touts Swamp-Root by Dr Kilmer as a remedy for kidney and bladder issues. It claims both men and women suffer, with children sometimes born with weak kidneys, and urges readers to request a free Home of Swamp-Root brochure and sample by writing to Kilmer in Binghamton New York.
A German newspaper editorial from the Nachrichten in Portland urges Oregon voters to approve a June statewide measure funding 125000 for the University of Oregon. The piece lauds state support and urges an affirmative vote to keep education advancing and a source of civic pride. It notes related resolutions from the German Relief Society of Eugene and references the Oregon Alumni Association argument in a 1908 pamphlet.
The Eugene census will be conducted Monday April 20 under Commercial Club direction. Four wards are split into districts with enumerators J M Williston Rh McMurphey G W Griffin and F M Wilking. Plats are kept at their respective offices and stores for residents to inspect and receive guidance on procedures.
The body of 19 year old Fred W. Johnson, killed when run over by a freight train in depot yards, has been identified by his father J. P. Johnson who traveled from Omaha to confirm the remains. Coroner Gordon aided the identification noting the injured finger as a identifying mark. Funeral services will be held at Gordon's undertaking chapel with burial in the O. C. F. cemetery tomorrow at 10 p.m. The family requests all Danish and other citizens to attend.
From Friday's Daily Guard a Lane County Agricultural Fair stockholders meeting at the Commercial Club selected directors FM Wilkings FP Beveer Al Hampton C M Young D WH Hattie Aree Wikins Kit Range The group adopted a trade option between the fair committee and petitioner for takeover of property by the purchaser
An old fashioned patent medicine ad touts Blood Pure Sarsaparilla for eruptions, scrofula, eczema, dyspepsia, rheumatism, catarrh, nerves, and debility. It promotes Sarsatabs chocolate tablets matching liquid strength and convenient dosing. C L Howland Co Lowell Mass.
Lane County voters registered for the primaries on the 17th total 5346, a sizable rise from two years ago and nearly matching combined primaries of that period. The clerk’s force tabulated registrations by precinct and party in the following table.
The article describes a proposed five story brick block to be erected at East Ninth and Oak streets by Eugene Od Pellows, with a cut from the architect's drawings. Geo. T. Mall Sr. has bought the old frame building on the site and will move it as soon as occupants vacate.
Pekin reports Chinese officials believe Japan seeks armed clash rather than settlement over Manchuria. They cite Premier Hayashi’s hardline stance to push China beyond endurance while China leans to a tougher policy awaiting the American fleet’s arrival. Tokio notes Japan’s worries over U.S. negotiations in Harbin and potential American naval action in Manchuria.
The Albany spray factory has quit work by city order and weighs moving to Eugene where residents want it and transportation favors relocation. A Tempe factory with a similar operation is cited as a model, and the plant’s growth could be tied to a future fruit business surge requiring a large facility.
W. B. Andrews, long based on Southern Pacific land near the depot yards, will relocate his lumber yard to a vacant block at West Fifth and Olive streets. Large sheds are under construction for the move, to occur once completion. The depot yard improvement requires the current yard space.
Columbia April 10 William Green state president of the Miners' Association said an agreement with operators was likely and about 7,000 miners now idle would return to work. The statement reflects ongoing negotiations amid industrial tensions.
Mrs Eyma Bray of Eugene Oregon died April 2 1905 at age 50 3 months 2 days from pneumonia Born December 31 1855 in Lee county Illinois married Jacob W Bray July 3 1873 Nine children survive including Nora Bray Standley A Bray Rosie Bray J W Bray Mand A Bray Burial by the Grand Army of the Republic honored with a floral service Rev C Bell led the service and mourners sang Home Over There and Jesus Duced came to Oregon for the beloved wife and mother amid wreaths and kind tributes
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A man jailed 32 miles east of Eugene on suspicion of murdering Julius Wallende at Silver Lake last December is cleared. Sheriff Fisk learns a photograph and description show he is Olle Hamilton was mistaken. the man says his name is Martin Peterson and is en route to Albany where relatives live. He was released and left on the 11:46 train.
Oregon’s sheep and wool sector sustains a large farm economy with 1.8 million sheep and 1 million lambs valued around 9.5 million. Wool output tops 15.3 million pounds worth about 3.12 million, and the state exports 259 thousand sheep and lambs while importing little. Foot rot and a surge of coyotes threaten the industry, prompting calls to reestablish bounty laws and bolster disease control efforts.
President P L Campbell of the University of Oregon spoke at Medford high school urging support for the state university appropriation referendum. He warned that Oregon’s vote would signal national interest in higher education and encouraged students to confront challenges and pursue ambition despite difficulties.
Dr Fletcher’s household goods arrived from Eau Claire Wisconsin and were relocated to the Striker residence on College Hill. The Striker family moved to the Gordon residence on Olive Street after purchasing it. George Keres of Marcola was jailed for beating his wits and fined 300. He faces jail until the county dispenses ten days behind bars. Jordan Porsineva’s trade involves the Star Consolidated Mining Company and related legal proceedings seek 10 percent interest plus $500 attorney fees and damages.
New York April 9 The long pursuit continues as George Gould keeps on the trail of Prince Hele de Sagey who is linked to Mme Gould. Detectives are hired to track the prince and Gould seeks police help for information on the prince s past. He dismisses the notion that the prince has anything to fear from him. The prince smiles and says he has nothing to worry about.
At the annual resemble of grand council Royal and Select Masters of Oregon held Wednesday afternoon at the East Side Masonic Temple Portland officers for the ensuing year were elected. Geo N De of Eugene was named grand master deputy grand master S Spencer of Eugene principal conductor J Kline of Albany grand captain of the guard J H Richmond of Portland grand treasurer Bullock grand recorder Seth L Pope grand chaplain A L Ruma grand marshal Wal Baldwin grand steward R Moser and sentinel Di Clouse all of Portland.
April 8 report to the railroad commission notes persistent unsanitary station conditions along the Southern Pacific and related lines. General Manager J P O'Brien says most issues have been corrected, with evidence of changes in Benton, Clackamas, Josephine, Lane, Polk, Yamhill, Marion, Sherman, Union, and Wallowa counties following patron complaints. The piece also covers a high school addition bid by W O Heckart at 5956, with work to start immediately and a completion target for September.
The Oregon Pioneer Association's board discussed the 36th annual reunion to be held in Portland on June 11. Robert Miller was named to lead a new committee to explore enhancements, with members including Joseph D. Le, J. B. Myers, George H. Himes, and others guiding finance, transportation, and reception arrangements.
In Portland in April a Smith and Miss Lilia You of Florence will marry once. They have many friends who tender congratulations.
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