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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1900
Page
6
The notice urges residents to register now if they want to vote in the state and presidential elections. It explains that eligibility requires registration by May 15 and that registration can be done free of charge before a notary public or justice of the peace or at the county clerk's courthouse.
The editor argues Lane county owes about 114000 in warrants and interest to March 31 1990 but presents only 66739 available to pay warrants. He rejects unpaid taxes and tax sale certificates as usable resources, notes eight month delay before new levy, and warns debt will accrue with minimal offset. Warnings that about 3000 April warrants are not included.
The state department faces a test in demanding one hundred thousand dollars from Turkey for missionary outrages abroad. Critics warn that pressing such demands may prove penny wise and pound foolish as diplomacy risks offense to a powerful entity with influence. Turkey is noted for not readily paying its debts, complicating a settlement strategy.
A reader condemns sudden official activity as a ploy to mislead the public and inflate support. The writer argues the administration aims for a show of authority without genuine commitment, accusing it of courting votes rather than pursuing decisive action.
The Roseburg Review accuses Republicans and their mid-road allies of orchestrating a staged Port land state convention to disrupt the union camp. It alleges several participants were funded by Republicans to nominate ticket seekers and draw votes away, with most involved expected to back the Republican ticket in June.
Laurande Chronicle notes Judge Alfred S. Bennett and Hon. E. B. Dufur of The Dalles and Judge Alex Sweet of Portland and Hon. R. M. Veatch of Lane accepted nominations for state senator. The paper urges electing men of sterling worth to ensure economical government and avoid scandals in legislation.
The Register previews Ivan McQueen as a strong debater fit to defend Lane’s interests but predicts a defeat, saying Lane county will vote him out by two to three hundred ballots.
H Mahon of Junction City arrived Monday and spent the week organizing a Native Sons cabin in Cottage Grove Nugget. He reports pleasing success and that this evening the group formed a 15-member organization.
Prof. F L Washburne received a Belgian hare pair from Los Angeles, highlighting the growing popularity of hare raising in Southern California as enthusiasts pursue furred farming in the region. The note underscores regional interest and industry trends among breeders.
A California Red Cross letter dated April 17 thanks Miss Thoresk Fries for a $20 check and garments. Katharine B. Elliott, assistant secretary, praises the Oregon Emergency Corps and the coastwide relief effort, noting Eastern States slow to realize the aid. The message expresses gratitude and hope for the society’s continued support and success.
Daily Guard notes April 21 sightings across Oregon towns. Will Owen and Dick Poillia seen in Eugene while Attorney Kissenger returns from Vancouver. Cottage Grove figures Harry Bristow and Izena ticket candidate Miliorn present in Eugene. Mrs J M Slew and Belle Brown return from California. R M Veatch reports favorable prospects for Cottage Grove state senate bid.
The County Jeper Cottage Grove Leader notes the Citizens platform calls for the county court to publish an itemized statement of expenditures for the Eugene court house. It argues that judge O F Knox may resist the demand, claiming openness only if funds questions are raised in sessions, citing Knox’s city mayoral stance in Lemati with the city council as a precedent.
A New York merchant tailor’s traveler argues Denver, San Francisco, Chicago, and Washington surpass New York in being best dressed relative to population. He notes fewer flashy New York entrants, praises Denver’s steadiness, and points to Washington’s neat, elegant standard amid a smaller laboring class.
A Philadelphia North American item notes a bettor saying I got back at the bookmakers all right today with the reply No, didn't bet, reflecting a sports betting voice and a playful exchange.
Excerpt from Dr. O Me ar a s diary in The Century quotes Napoleon at St Helena railing against spies and jailers. He warns any intruder into his chamber would be a corpse and accuses the governor of being sent to poison him. He catalogs a long list of enemies and declares his resolve to resist captivity.
Major J M Burke recounts helping a friend win a bride by negotiating with the girl’s father in St Louis a decade ago. Burke offered ten thousand dollars for the suitor’s right leg, then revealed the man owned property the father valued higher. The ruse led to acceptance and the couple prospered.
Professor F H Bigelow reports results from American Journal of Science on international cloud work for the United States. He notes ordinary cyclones barely dip into upper air, hurricanes reach deeper, and anticyclones move air west to east with counter currents at the same level, challenging traditional circulation theory. Nature.
A western clergyman W. W. White faced interruptions from peers in a learned society. He warned he would not be troubled again until his speech is punished. A tormentor then chanted Oh doctor double-a double-a double-a we love to trouble you. The doctor sat down.
The Geographical Center lies in Kansas about 20 miles north of the triple point where Kansas, Oklahoma, and the Indian Territory meet. A lawyer who knows his business knows the business of many others, says the New Orleans Picayune, and a man rarely overrates himself when the tax collector visits, notes the Chicago News.
A New York Tribune report details how well known city patrons run up large, often unpaid, tabs at upscale eateries. Waiters log verbal “OKs” on checks, gradually building accounts that can be settled, prolonged, or left to age, with many patrons later avoiding payment while maintaining appearances among their social circle.
A Pittsburg Chronicle Telegraph item recalls a father disciplining his year old son for insubordination with a spanking. After a cooling-off period, the older son returned and the younger revealed that he and the father had fought earlier, shaping the household scene.
A familiar sailor’s puzzle shows dust forming on ships at dawn. Even with clean decks and minimal work, sweeping at eight o'clock yields a surprising and large accumulation of dust, puzzling crews during the day.
A brief quip notes that in social gatherings men counter a compliment by disagreeing, a playful social rule observed in Atchison lore. The line reflects humor about conversational dynamics and teasing among men and women in local culture.
A garbled historical fragment mentions a person with initials and scattered words about reading, red, wine, and a port, with references to a drug and a name resembling Aditi or Lila, but critical details are unreadable. The text lacks coherent actions or dates to form a full news item.
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