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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1901
Page
4
A Central Village dispatch reports Joseph A Bingham of Andover the laziest man in the state. At fifty he never worked, lived on wealth and a trust, then refused basic chores until he saw his reflection and walked into an oncoming train to end his life without effort.
The piece notes a surge in westward lumber demand and cites Chief Gannetts forecast that Washington timber stands at two billion feet annually and will vanish in about 50 years at the current pace. It recalls a Pennsylvania firm's earlier report doubting immediate profitability of Pacific Northwest timber.
The speaker argues that material development in the northwest has outpaced projections. He warns that timber in Oregon and Washington could vanish in 50 years if current logging continues, urging a change in lumbering methods to extend availability.
The Register reports broad statewide demand for the next Oregon governor from Lane County. Senator Booth declines for business reasons while Senator Kuykendall is flooded with urging letters. Residents say Lane County houses strong political minds and could supply a suitable governor from the Willamette Valley city.
The Southern Pacific Co plans to add 103 locomotives to its Pacific system, with about 100 already using petroleum for fuel and twenty barrels per day each. All will soon be oil powered. California's petroleum output may not meet demand, risking Texas supply use unless California production increases. Oil uses grow as prices stay low, and Standard Oil Co. is pushing against native production.
Ida McKinley and Mary B Barber sue John Steele and William Hays in United States court at Carson City seeking recovery of possession of the Elijah mine, a patented Wanton Mining claim, and $10,000 damages for ore allegedly taken and shipped during occupancy.
Stephen T Gage who long served in the 8 PCo's political department retires alongside Manager Filmore and will receive a life pension of $1000 per month for the remainder of this term and $500 per month thereafter for life.
Thos L Gilliam, a well known logger, reports a contract to deliver 10,000,000 feet of logs to Mooth Keily Lumber Co’s saw mill at Coburg this winter. He has a large crew at work and has placed 3,000,000 feet in the creek for high water, aiming to reach 7,000,600 feet by November. He is a systematic logger who thoroughly understands his business.
In Walla Walla Washington on Sunday for the first time in about fifty years the city was a closed town. Not a door was open and only a cent a cent worth of goods were sold. No beer or cigars passed over the bars of 56 saloons and two breweries.
Chattel mortgage transfers list Rufus Mallory trustee to E B Doane for land in Springfield Power and Improvement Co ads. Names include Nels Hansen to Solomon Barnes and Logannon Barnes, Cheshire’s ad to Eugene, U Sto Mellon Bally 160 acres, John M Rennie 160 acres, W P Cheshire to Thomas F McGlynn 160 acres, Gaskell to Gowdy 10 acres, Gowdy also tied to McFarland’s Cottage Grove ad, and John R Goldson to H Swager 80 acres. Circuit Court Peelli vs Candiani Marco demurrer filed. Marriage license for LP Bennett and Alma D Gardner and Wm J Gardner witness.
Rev Ira R Hicks told a St Louis Globe Democrat reporter that the summer will prove unusually hot due to a Jupiter-Saturn alignment in a current “Jupiter period.” He said the bright evening star is Jupiter with Saturn nearby and predicted autumn may bring cooler weather once the planetary positions shift, noting their influence will affect the season.
200 cords of maple wood offered for sale on a parcel three miles northeast of Springfield along McKenzie bottom. In Eugene, G A Ryan lies in hospital with blood poisoning after a wedge steel lodged in his right thumb. He improves under Dr D A Paine. The Eugene Register notes Bohemia district rumors disputed and a storm. Troy laundry dry room received and to begin operations soon. marriage of Geo Houck and wife reported as of July 27, 1901.
The Chronicle reports a large number of Chicago horses affected by the grippe with varied forms. Some owners have halted work and seek veterinary care while authorities urge utmost caution to prevent fatal complications. The disease has eastern origins and only recently became epidemic locally.
The Oregon State Board of Agriculture is expanding and modernizing the State Fair Grounds. The pavilion will double in size, an auditorium is planned, a new creamery building rises with a premier dairy display, and the machinery hall, cattle stalls, sheep pens, hog lots, and horse stables are being enlarged. New cottages, a hay barn, and sidewalks will aid exhibitors and visitors at Oregon's greatest fair this fall.
A humorous report centers on Chas Wintermeier Jr known for a playful wedding vow. The article riffs on a mock ceremony asking him to share chores and family duties including Aunt Jemima and Uncle John as part of the pledge. The groom, overwhelmed, speaks the single word I will.
Sale notice for 157 acres near Lane in Lane County three miles from Cunstack. Describes flood water, three springs, orchard, taro, box house, 2 cows, 2 calves, 21 hogs, teams of horses and farm implements, good garden and stock. Auction within two months. June 13 1901.
Sixty acres of land with 10 acres cleared and the rest in pasture includes a dwelling, out buildings and fence. Also 169 acres rolling brush and timber land. Located near Pleasant Hill. Call William Wooten Pleasant Hill or address 1 A Crane Wendling.
An 80 acre tract fourteen miles west of Eugene in Noti valley features partially improved land with Goodspring water good timber and a Nest school nearby. Price is 275 dollars cash or 325 dollars on easy terms. Address HF Lancreour Kiowa Colorado.
An advertisement seeks five hundred cords of fymbok bark offered at ten dollars per cord. Inquiries directed to the tan nery, A. W. W Haines & Co.
A 10 horsepower traction engine offered for sale. Terms available on inquiry. Located at 1 farm three miles west of Springfield. Registered and ready for inquiry by interested buyers.
King Edward has conferred the royal red cross on Miss Abbie G Chapin, missionary in China, for distinguished service during the siege of Pekin. The American Board reports the decoration. notice arrived at Washington from the United States chargé d affaires at Pekin.
Eight entries summarize property sales and county warrants. Samuel Holloway residence at Thirteenth and Hilyard sold to Fac ule L Stanabie for 1200. Wid McGee place at Thirteenth Street sold to A Sage of Nebraska for 850. Warrant payments announced from August 1 1901 for Lane County warrants 8589 to 8769. Also notes Tout's Directory of Eugene subscribers and James Baker welcomes a daughter eight pounds.
The notice urges shoppers to compare merchants who advertise, claiming they are up-to-date and offer better bargains. It argues advertisers attract customers by providing current goods and services and encourages using the advertising column to guide purchases.
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