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Newspaper

Eugene Weekly Guard

Location

Eugene, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Apr 30, 1908

Page

8

Women Who Believe in Peruna Prominent Milwaukee Testimony

A Milwaukee woman Mrs. F. E. Henderson testifies that Peruna improved her health after years of easy colds and catarrh. She notes better appetite, resilience to cold, and overall vigor. The advertisement extolls Peruna as a trusted medicine and claims many women testify to its benefits. Additional testimonials from Miss Lillie C. Martin and Miss Helen Sauerbier claim digestion and cold-related symptoms improved after using Peruna.

F. E. Henderson Ninth St Milwaukee Wis Peruna United States Helen Sauerbier Main St St. Joseph, Mich

Peruna Tablets Offered After Two-Year Research

Dr Hartman and his Instants announce Peruna in tablet form for those who avoid liquids. Each tablet equals a standard dose and contains the medicine’s ingredients. Mrs Josephine Holst of Portland Oregon reports dramatic relief from throat catarrh after two weeks and complete elimination in just over two months.

Hartman Josephine Holst Portland Ore

Lynch Murderer in Minng Town Lynching in Skidoo Cal

Rholite Cal Apr 23 Joe Simpson who killed James Arnold on Sunday was lynched at Skidoo last night A small band overpowered the sheriff s guard and hanged the prisoner to a telegraph pole Simpson a gambler had beenBaned to the cross arm pole Sunday after he attempted to shoot Cashier Dobbs of the Southern California bank at Skidoo He had a notorious reputation and was indicted before threatening Dobbs and killing Arnold in a ruthless fashion Arnold a butcher with mine interests had helped prosecute Simpson Justice of the Peace had led prosecutions The lynching is applauded by locals.

Rholite Joe Simpson James Arnold Skidoo Cal Simpson Dobbs Southern California Arnold Justice of the Peate

May purchase of big interest of D. C. & N. Co.

Oscar J. Smith Reno J. B. Ware Chicago and H. F. Col San Francisco travel to San Francisco to arrange a probable purchase of Oregon Coal and Navigation Company assets including steamship Plant Libby mine and Marshfield waterfront land. Deal valued around 540000 with Libby mine and nearby lands eyed for rapid development. local officials and investors discuss impact on Coos Bay economy.

Oscar J. Smith Reno Nev J. B. Ware Chicago H. F. Col San Francisco Organ Coal and Navigation Company San Francis 9 Coos Bay Marsh Smith Collett Libby Mr. Smith Thom Ray “Fe Joan Frode Sant' Sto

Jury Finds Banker Ross Guilty After Brief Deliberation

Salem documents show banker J Thorn burn Ross found guilty by a jury at four this afternoon after a short period of deliberation. The verdict caps a case that drew local attention and included testimony from multiple witnesses.

Salem J. Thornburn Ross

Banker J Thoburn Ross case heads for jury in Satem

Arguments in the case of J Thoburn Ross the banker accused of wrongfully using state school funds deposited with the Tithe Guarantee Trust Company are progressing. It is expected the case will go to the jury late this afternoon with State Treasurer Steel as principal witness who failed to recall many details of his dealings with the defunct bank.

Satem J. Thoburn Ross Tithe Guarantee & Trust Company Steel

Federal funds apportioned to counties for acreage

The total amount to be apportioned is 74011.17 dollars and the per acre share is derived by dividing by 66 957 760 acres, yielding the apportionment figure used across the state.

Miner Property Sells for Three Thousand

The E. B. Miner residence on the corner of West Sixth and Washington streets sold to J. N. Cole and Mitchell & Garrett for $2000. The quarter block was divided with Cole taking the north half and Garrett & Mitchell the south half. Garrett & Mitchell then sold Julia Jacobs’ Cheshire and Washington streets lot to Fred L. Drew and Elmer T. Smith, Eugene Lumber Co employees, who plan to build later. exact purchase price not released.

E. B. Miner West Sixth Washington Streets J. N. Cole Mitchell & Garrett Mr. Cole Garrett & Mitchell Fred L. Drew Elmer T. Smith Julia Jacobs Cheshire and Eugene Lumber Co

Fulton congratulates successful rival for senator nomination

United States Senator Charles W. Fulton writes to H. M. Cake congratulating him on the nomination and offering support. Fulton believes Cake will be elected and notes his departure for Washington to resume duties. He plans to tackle the railroad land grant resolution upon return.

United States Charles W. Fulton H. M. Cake Fulton Cake Washington Portland Mr. Cake East Co. W. Fulton Senate Portland Telegram

Coleman Elected as Delegate to Conference

In Salem on April 3, word reached friends that Dr. J. H. Coleman former Willamette University president has been elected as a delegate to the general conference from the Troy conference meeting at Saratoga. His name is also noted as a candidate for bishop at the general conference in Baltimore in June. His election after six years away from the West marks high local regard and support from his backers.

Salem Friends of J. H. Coleman Willamette University Troy Saratoga Coleman Baltimore

Marriage ceremony nullified in Oregon case

Louisa A Betten sues in circuit court to declare her marriage to David B Parmenter void, a union solemnized in Eugene on October 21 1907 by Rev M C Wire. Parmenter, previously tied to a divorce case and a missing bond, allegedly misrepresented his single status and wealth to lure Betten from North Dakota to Oregon.

Louisa A. Betten David B. Parmenter Eugene Rev MC. Wire Parmenter Walker Station Oreson North Dakota Ele Oregon Mev. M.C. Wire

International law theme of speech by Elihu Root

Washington reports the American Society of International Law opening its annual meeting with Secretary of State Elihu Root delivering an address. He argues world law relies on public opinion, which grows more humane, and notes sanctions exist for international law akin to municipal law though less explicit, with nations aligning conduct to reasoned public judgments.

Washington American Society of International Law Elihu Root Root Cag Io- Met

Decalogue of Principles in 1776 Declared International Law

The passage presents a dual assertion: a historic pledge to declare principles of government in 1776 and a call to spread among peoples a just view of international law. It argues that global opinion should support lawfulness and that national conduct must conform to this universal standard.

Stage Company Sued for 801000

Portland April 23. C W Maynard of Olympia and Chehalis files suit in the United States circuit court against the Umpqua River Steam Navigation Company of Gar diner Oregon for 61000 personal damages. He claims a March accident near Scottsburg Oregon caused permanent injury to his left arm and lasting illness after the stage overturned following driver carelessness. He was six weeks in North Pacific sanitarium Portland and has remained sick since. He was en route to Marshfield from Drain. W F Jewett is president and O B Hinsdale secretary and treasurer of the stage company’s owners.

Portland C. W. Maynard Olympia Chehalis Washington Umpqua River Steam Navigation Company Gardiner Oregon United States Scottsburg Maynard North Pacific Marshfield Drain W. F. Jewett O. B. Hinsdale

Junction City Seeks More Electric Lighting

Ralston Electric Supply Co plans a large wiring program in Junction City to illuminate business and residential districts. A force of workers is expected to begin within a week, after Olbank Co previously handled available lights. R. D. Robinson visited last week to outline the project and street work, with many businesses and homes already requesting lights. The council anticipates ongoing activity for a week or more.

Ralston Electric Supply Co Junction City Olbank Company R. D. Robinson Junction Albany Herald

Abolish Merry Widow Hats In Church

Burlington New Jersey April 22 local churches propose a ban on Merry Widow hats during services. Pastors say fewer men attend as big hats rise and the style risks driving male members away. Ushers struggle to seat Easter congregations as crowded pews fail to accommodate all.

Burlington N. J

Democratic Ticket Wins in Louisiana Governor Race

New Orleans reports show Democratic nominee Jared Sanders and the full ticket winning by large majorities in the state election. About 60,000 votes were cast with Republican Henry N. Pharr below 10 percent. Prohibition results in four parishes suggest a near even split.

New Orleans Jared Sanders Henry N. Pharr

Pendleton man W H Lytle visiting Eugene for a few days

W H Lytle of Pendleton is in Eugene for several days. He is staying at a local lodging and plans to visit nearby sites and meet acquaintances during his time in the city.

W. H. Lytle Pendleton Eugene

Lane County Democratic Central Committee Meets in Eugene

The Lane County Democratic Central Committee met at the law office of L M Travia in the Eugene Loan & Savings building at 10 o clock. Members and candidates for county offices were present. They ratified re electing officers M Travis as chairman M Wallis as secretary and S B Spencer as treasurer. The committee agreed to adopt Statement No 1 as the main issue on the legislative ticket and empowered officers to select county delegates for the Portland safe convention and instruct Oregon delegates to support William Jennings Bryan at the Democratic national convention.

Lane County Democratic Central Committee L. M. Travia Eugene Loan & Savings Bank Ts. M. Travis M & Wallis Portland Oregon Willian Jennings Bryan Homie Tor Preston

Pleasant Hill Cemetery fence plans approved by directors

Pleasant Hill school directors vote to erect a woven wire fence around the cemetery. A public petition drew donations, and supporters are urged to leave contributions at the First National Bank with Darwin Bristow for cemetery upkeep.

Pleasant Mid Pleasant Hill Darwin Bristow First National Bank

Forest reserve civil service exam under way at armory pavilion

The Civil Service examination for forest reserve positions is being conducted in the armory pavilion today by Supervisor C. R. Seitz. Seventeen pages list participants and there were originally seventy informal applicants, though only 32 were present at start. Written work ends today. field work begins tomorrow and lasts about two days.

Armory C. R. Seitz Umpqua Tillamook Armory Pavilion Overton Dowell George A. Lewis John Durlam Homer Stimpson M. W. Meade John Steers Smith L. Taylor James L. Furnish Ralph Taylor F. P. Hill Charles T. Beach A. O. Knowles H. E. Warner

Harrisburg Notes Local and Personal Visit round trips to Eugene and Springfield

Miss Ollie Cunningham visits Springfield this week after going to the eowmill city Monday. Prof F F Cooper and wife visit relatives in Eugene late last week. James Douglas visited Eugene and Springfield yesterday to see friends and manage business. Ralph Shisler from Eugene visits relatives, attends Eugene Business College. Oscar Scott at Eugene returns home after grippe recovery. W J Wright and Walter Scott tour Eugene for a brief wellness trip and city view. Mr and Mrs L A Tobias and children of Marcola visit Harrisburg yesterday before continuing to Portland to visit friends.

Ollie Cunningham Springfield Eowmill City F. F. Cooper Eugene James Douglas Ralph Shisler Eugene Business College Oscar Scott W. J. Wright Walter Scott L. A. Tobias Marcola Portland

Manila Fortified Sea Power: U S Aims in Far East

Manila April 23. Reported policy of the United States to erect an unbreakable fortress and build a supreme naval power in the Far East. Observers note the plan to move the base from Olongapo to Manila Bay, bristling with 14 inch guns. Cavite base under construction to command open door in China.

Manila United States Far East Olongapo Manila Bay Novos Vremya Sam Ia Cavite China

Kilmer’s Swamp Root Kidney Remedy Ad

An old advertisement touts Kilmer’s Swamp Root as a universal kidney remedy. It claims kidneys affect overall health and urges readers to start treatment, noting a free pamphlet and the product’s availability from druggists in a one dollar bottle and special offers.

Kilmer Kili & Co Hingers Burt Ulfwhotton Wn.y

Squirrel Pest Warfare Promoted by Poison Claim

An Oregon company promotes Woodlark's Squirrel Poison for exterminating gophers sage rats and prairie dogs by killing females before birth to reduce future pests. It claims absolute effectiveness, no mixing required and moisture does not reduce strength with a money back guarantee. Portland firm Cuumicat Co. stands behind the product.

Cuumicat Co Portland Oregon

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