Editorial backs neutral view on city election tied to saloon issue
A pre election editorial by the Guard gave a fair impartial view, denying ties between municipal ownership advocates and pro or anti saloon forces. Council actions this week split along pro saloon lines with three measures introduced, two meritorious and one aimed at forcing Eugene saloons to close without mayoral veto. The coming primary promises a clear contest outside party lines and a likely local option vote affecting Lane County.
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Guard
Prohis
A. W. Gilbert
Calkins
Garrett
Henderson
McCrady
Gilbert
Hugene
Eugene
Tnal
Lane County
A Plain Duty on Water Ownership Settlement
Editorial urges ending city factionalism by letting the water company transfer its plant to municipal control under a fair, jointly chosen commission and civil service rules. It favors arbitration or a flat rate option to avoid excessive costs while protecting public interests and ensuring a unanimous local voice.
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Commission
Civil Service
Guard
Oregon hops supply misreported by The Oregonian
The Oregonian’s hop coverage is unreliable as figures shift from 22 bales reported near Eugene to over 100 bales actually held by one grower locally. The piece notes upcoming city election talk for Eugene and questions hop market data accuracy.
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Oregonian
Eugene
Dinner Honor for Joseph Chamberlain in Major City
The guest of honor Joseph Chamberlain attended a dinner in a leading city where the mayor presided. During coffee, the mayor leaned to Chamberlain and asked if they should let the people enjoy themselves longer or proceed with his speech now.
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Joseph Chamberlain
Mr. Chamberlain
Republican candidate for justice of the peace in Eugene district
Jonathan F. Gates presents his card as a Republican candidate running for justice of the peace in the Eugene district, signaling his bid for local judicial office.
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Jonathan F.gates
Justice of the Peace
Eugene
Andrew plans provision for Carnegie pension widows
A report notes that alongside the Carnegie pension for aging professors Andrew will provide support for their widows under specified conditions. The remark underscores the vast wealth of the elderly philanthropist and his uncertain options.
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Carnegie
Andrew
Standard Oil Company faces accidents case over oil quality
Two units have commenced against Standard Oil Company alleging accidents from poor oil quality. It is expected that the oil composition in general use can be determined. Using the alleged faulty oil as evidence could invite adulteration by the damages claimant.
Boosting spirit shapes Medford city council scene
Medford's council shows a united front for the Greater Medford idea while Eugene's council remains split with a prearranged leadership guiding actions. In Medford, six members stand together as discussions on a citywide boost proceed, with a busy council session addressing reforms.
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Medford
Greater Medford
Eugene
Dowie Refuses Surrender of Temporal and Spiritual Rights
A fragment discusses Dowie resisting surrender of what he calls temporal and spiritual rights. Shakespeare’s line about fools is invoked to question human gullibility when the future is at stake, warning against grasping at straws in spiritual disputes.
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Dowie
Shakespeare
Rochester merchants drop trading stamps plans
The Rochester merchants decide to discontinue trading stamps coupons and similar devices saying the consumer gains no benefit in price or goods quality and that the stamp and rebate system rests on an improper unstable theory of economy.
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Rochester
N. Y
Coast plants to locate near Portland for livestock flow
The bio packing hofisees have studied sites along the Pacific coast and favor Portland over Puget Sound for erection of their plants. They view Portland as a livestock producing center and expect to have more stock shipped in from its surrounding territory than any other Northwest city.
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Bio Packing Hofisees
Pacife
Portland
Puget Sound
Northwest
Dr Kings New Life Pills Promote Digestive Health
An old time reminder touts Dr Kings New Life Pills as a remedy to ease constipation and regulate stomach liver and bowels, advertised by W L Denos druggist.
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Dr. Kings
Jae
W. L. Deno
Fresh garden seed in bulk at Chambers' Hardware
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Willamette irrigation explored by federal expert
Edward Mead chief of the irrigation inquiry branch of the Agriculture Department in Portland says irrigation in the Willamette valley is practicable and could surpass Southern California with proper pumping stations and water from mountain lakes. Arthur Stover to lead experiments. Portand Board of Trade organized Mead’s visit and advocates action by Eugene and Lane County to attract emigrants through modern irrigation programs.
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Edward Mead
Department of Agriculture
Portland
Willamette Valley
Arthur P. Stover
Stover
Umatilla County
Mead
United States
Portland Board of Trade
Northwest
Helena
Mont
Labor
Board of Trade
Paul Shoup
Harriman Lines
Southern California
California
Lane County
Klamath County
Oregon
Pacific Coast
Middle West
Pennsylvania
Massachusetts
Connecticut
The
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Eugene
Albany
Santa Clara
San Joaquin
Sacramento
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Guard
A. KR. Black
Upper
Ulwood Mead
Fine Horses for Breeding at Zion Farm
A. W. Jacobs of Zion in the county owns two fine horses imported from Southern Oregon a trotter and a draft horse both kept at his place for the coming season for breeding, Wednesdays and Thursdays excepted when he will be at Pleasant Ail.
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A. W. Jacobs
Zion
Oregon
Real estate transfers and marriage licenses listed
Around the Courthouse items show transfers including John H Warfield to F L Chambers for 160 by 100 feet in Shaw's addition to Eugene and multiple acreage transfers in Marion and neighboring areas with prices. Marriage licenses issued or pending include Chester S Freeland with Carrie Hall and other couples with witnesses listed. Also notices of estate actions, final accounts, and probate entries with dates May 9 1900, plus hunting licenses and mining claim notices for Creswell Cottage Grove and Eugene.
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John H
Buthbania Warfield
F L Chambers
Shaw
Eugene
Marion Hager
Lillier Schwering
Smith Leads 4 Track Tryout at Columbia Meet
Smith wins the dash as four track members run at Columbia on the varsity oval during yesterday’s tryout. Results show first Smith, third place, with times noted as 100 yards and best effort.
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Columbia
Varsity Oval
Smith
Freshmen Seniors Beat Sophomores Juniors in Town Ball
The Freshmen-Seniors defeated Sophomore-Juniors 7 to 6 in Eugene opening day. Mayor Wilkins pitched the first ball, dubbed the mayor's curve. Og Beck drew two bases on balls. Kelly two passed balls. McEwen one. Paine credited with a run. Umpire was Professor Burden.
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University
Hases
Og Beck
Kelly
McEwen
Paine
Professor Burden
Some Reasons Why C A Johns Should Be Nominated
C A Johns, a 48 year old Oregon pioneer and Baker City native, seeks GOP nomination. He has long involvement in public life, serving as Baker City mayor, school director, and a trusted legal figure. Supporters cite loyalty, unifying leadership, strong Eastern Oregon backing, and deep ties to business and educational interests.
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C. A. Johns
United States
Republican Party
Oregon
Willamette Valley
Baker City
Willamette University
Baker County
Alyx
Liam
Multnomah County
Charles A. Johns
Card of Thanks From Donaldson Family
Card of Thanks expresses gratitude to those who offered aid and sympathy after a family affliction for J. T. Donaldson and family.
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J. T. Donaldson
Coast League Scores From Yesterday
Coast League action saw Portland defeat Fresno 5 to 0 in a dominating matchup. Portland offense surged with timely hits and shutout pitching, while Fresno struggled to generate offense.
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Portland
Fresno
Springfield Team Builds For Season Opener
Local Springfield base squad trains nightly aiming to improve after an eighteen game season with only one loss. Organizers anticipate sharp play and competitive games on the town field as May approaches.
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Springfield
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