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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1906
Page
6
The World’s News reports Portland hosts the annual State Association of Elks convention with 206 delegates present as Governor Chamberlain presides. Other items note appointments, trials, accidents, and political actions from across the country and world.
A government notice states collateral security receipts are acceptable to savings banks and gold up to 5,000,000 per bank may be advanced for reserve, repayable on receipt of imported gold. About 12,000,000 in gold has already been distributed by the subtreasury to gold importing city financial institutions.
Chicago April 12 Dowie in fighting mood as Deacon Morris of a stamen adherent denounces peace talks as lies. He would rule Zion City and refuse compromise. Chief counsel Wetten favors amicable adjustment. Reported Dowie would settle for two and a half percent of property valued at 800000 by the prophet.
A heavy wave struck the steamer Barbarossis carrying the American Olympic team to Athens off Gibraltar. Six members nearly washed overboard and one injured. Athletes injured include J. S Mitchell with a dislocated shoulder, Harvey Cohen, F. A. Borne man Wimmer with bruises, Hert Kerrigan of Portland, and Sheridan the discus thrower. Mitchell and J. S Hitman may be unable to compete. N. G. Hyland planned cattle transport to Klamath country this summer.
Naples reports detail the volcano’s waning eruption and widespread looting. Martial law is proposed as hundreds are arrested and refugees suffer hunger while the king and queen lead relief efforts amid ash covered streets and stalled railways.
Savannah reports that Greene and Gaynor were sentenced in Atlanta to four years in federal prison and fined 75000 dollars jointly for embezzlement. They swore pauper's oaths claiming no one was worth more than twenty dollars and were relieved of their bonds.
W. J. Hooker and C. M. Kissinger have formed a partnership for the practice of law, announcing a combined office to serve clients in legal matters. The partners plan joint services including litigation, advisory work, and client representation across multiple jurisdictions.
Washington reports to day on Senator Tillman presenting charges against Barnes the Postmaster nominee and Morris ejection. Alfred Windsor warns Boston Steamship Company may quit Seattle Orient service without government aid. Loud predicts Spreckels line to Australia may be abandoned under Japanese management if the suteldy bill fails. Umatilla sheep drive protests prompt assurances. river and harbors panel backs a 400000 bill for Columbia jetty. Valencia wreck leads to 230000 life saving station fund and 170000 tug.
The University Weekly recalls Allen Eaton as the youngest Republican candidate for state representative. A native Oregonian, Eaton supported himself through hard work in school years and remained active in labor and public life. In 1901-02 he captained Oregon’s debating team to a Northwest championship over Washington at Seattle.
The text praises Mr. Eaton as a candidate aligned with Roosevelt and Folk, praising his honesty and public service ethos. It notes his marriage into a longstanding pioneer family, his wife being the daughter of Benjamin F. Dorris, city recorder of Eugene, and mentions they have one child.
In Villard Hall last night an alumni debate contested the maximum railroad rate issue. J C Veatch led Oregon versus Washington and won first place as the best individual debater, repeating last year’s medal triumph. Francis Galloway, T E Dodson, and J Latour Ette supported the affirmative.
Jeon J Beauchamp a famed lecturer arrived by early southbound train and stayed in the Hotel Smeede. In a rush he wore his berthmate’s coat which fit poorly as Beauchamp is six feet tall while his companion was smaller. An exchange of coats is expected later in the valley.
The Whitney residence, a large city landmark with 16 rooms, is being moved from Fourteenth and Willamette to a lot on East Twelfth between Hilyard and Alder after sale to FLL Chambers. J W Barringer handles the move. two new homes will rise for Oliver Andrews and W P Morse, with space kept to extend Fourteenth Street west as the city grows.
A dated list from Betzel to Page includes multiple individuals and surnames such as A Betzel J Chambers Nancy Reed Gilliam Hyami Jimason Mrs. Reed Mrs. Sadia Smith Wilkinson Woodworth and others like P M Page. The fragmentary record reads as a roster of names with no clear event or action attached.
A partially unclear report notes plans for a new cement bound two story building on Rankin's south side of West Seventy, to house Bradley's grocery and Eilers Piano House with a shared meat room and separate storefronts. The design, by A. J. DeLay, aims for durability and lower cost, with construction expected to begin soon and completion anticipated by late August.
Roy Pope, a worker on Jefferson Street, was struck by a moving freight car when a barrier failed and he was dragged briefly. He suffered a badly injured right foot and was treated by Mrs. Bartle and others before being taken home. He will miss several weeks of work. The incident occurred near West 1st Street and the southeast city area. Local authorities and witnesses reported the event as a restricted railroad accident with no other injuries observed.
Months ago associates offered to and now others ask for the best solution to let the people vote. City council discussion centers on street car options and granting voting privileges. Public reports allege libelous content and typhoid concerns rise, while hydrant and race considerations are noted in ongoing debates.
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