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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1901
Page
8
A series of short items from F L Chambers and local updates noting business activity at the Hanson and McClung blocks, new roofing, tackle and tools for sale, a 24 bushel grain sale, and a camp meeting in Springfield. Also mentions Carpenters tools, a religious conversion, walks and paint work on local buildings, and a report on Sheriff Withers seeking a suspect, plus descriptions of the wanted man’s appearance and equipment.
Mrs Nannie Galleger of La Grange Georgia used Backlow's Arnica Salve on severe head and facial sores and reported remarkable improvement. The ad claims the salve heals sores bruises skin eruptions burns and piles. W L Delano a Bonn Drugist guarantees care. A daughter born to Mr and Mrs Cummings today in Bonn.
A large reward of 425000 was offered for the arrest of robbers who entered the Selby Smelter vault last Sunday or Saturday. Buck Taylor, an ex employee, was arrested on suspicion but evidence remains slim as other workers are also suspected. Special to the Guard.
August 8 reports from Prrissura and Waisgitte indicate operations continue at the Republic works while the Amalgamated Association claims nine hundred employees will follow strike orders. In Waisgitte the strike is described as virtually off.
Abram Mosher, 74, Civil War veteran, was killed near BaLemM Oregon when a piece of a burning tree struck him on the head. He died at the scene, the accident reported today. Dated August 8.
The Daily Guard notes the third vote tally in the Trowbridge piano contest conducted this afternoon by H E Morris and Justice Chas A Wintermeier in his office. The High School leads Helmet Lodge K of P in second place, with vote totals shown for major organizations including Keights of Pythias and Forestera Of America, among others.
The Daily Guard reports yesterday's nominations for Iowa statewide offices: Governor A B Cummins of Des Moines. Lieutenant-Governor John Herriott of Stuart. Supreme Court Judge I M Weaver of Iowa Falls. Railroad Commissioner E C Brown of Sheldon. Superintendent of Public Instruction R C Barrett of Osage. A field yield report notes Louis Vitus threshing wheat at thirty bushels per acre as a splendid result.
The list shows letters remaining in the Eugene Oregon post office. Names include Kev H C Anderson Herbert Belmont Mise Carr Ida Bessie Cooper Henry Coulogue Johnne Davin Lino Fillmore James Fitzpatrick James Howard Huot Mr Gen Johnson Mra Martin Fred Havnsh Pritchard H N hee Ridhni Etta A. A charge of one cent will be made on all letters given out. Notify when called for. H F McCorsack PM
Notice states that on Monday August 12 1901 at the southwest door of the County Court House in Eugene Lane County Oregon the sheriff will sell lands held by Lane County or other public bodies for taxes to the highest bidder for cash between 9 am and 4 pm with 10 am sale start. Dated July 3 1901 signed W W WrrHer s Sheriff. Also a brief item notes Walter E Smith overcome by heat while stacking hay near Springfield and revival.
Rally Guard August Frank Page of Albany and Levi Geer of Coast Fork appear in Eugene for visits. Numerous locals and visitors from Portland, Cottage Grove, Irving, and other towns are noted as traveling, visiting relatives, or planning trips to Newport, McKenzie Bridge, Coos Bay, and Prineville.
In India famine depopulates the population with an estimated five million deaths since 1406. The piece argues famine highlights food's importance to the body and promotes Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a remedy for digestion, appetite, and related disorders. The tone urges trial of the product amid crisis.
Walter Holland accidentally shot the great toe of his left foot with an 8 caliber rifle yesterday. He will be laid up for some time. the injury is painful but not serious and requires rest and minor care.
A Salem Journal editorial biases against the Eugene Divinity School and its claimed ties to the State University. It rebuts critiques from the Eugene press, defends the university’s role, and denounces claims of dual teaching, while taunting editor Hoefer and questioning the press’s authority and motives.
A Letter to the Editor endorses Corbett and lauds the Divinity School and Dean Sanderson. The writer argues Hoefer’s advertisement would not harm either institution and praises their noble work.
Caution against ointments containing mercury for catarrh as dangerous to health. Warns that only prescriptions from reputable physicians should be used. Cites Hall's Catarrh Cure by FJ Cheney & Co Toledo as mercury-containing and to beware fake imitators. Mentions price and testimonial offers.
Mortgage entries include costs for chattel mortgage and release of mortgage. Real estate transfers list O&C Railroad to Richard W Eaton and Jessie L Eaton for 89 acres in township 6 range west, government land. Malcolm and Jameson to F P May for 160 acres in township 20A range west at 250 dollars. State of Oregon to Malcolm and Jameson for 160 acres in township 20A range west at 200 dollars. Mining locations note J E Slaster amended location formerly Eureka and Colujutia, located by Frank Mengon as Portland.
Sadieville residents report striking health improvements from Dr King s New Discovery. Mrs Whitaker suffered chronic bronchial trouble for years and her grand daughter recovered from a severe attack of whooping cough. The product claims to cure coughs colds la grippe bronchitis and other throat and lung troubles with guaranteed bottles priced 50 cents and one dollar. Trial bottles are offered at W L DeLano s drug store.
The article lists Crescent and Brearns bicycle buyers who got Solar lamps free. Named recipients include 100th wheel EE Wil son, 110 Abbie Allen, 120 Moody Neet, 139 Georgia Parker, 140 Holyth Kerns, and 160 Wm Davis. The Crescent bicycle stands up and will be displayed at Ft Chambers.
Property description listing a newly built quarter block with a twelve room house. All rooms are large and finished, features include a fine windmill tower, water supply through the house to the lawn, and quality fruit varieties. Call for particulars.
A Kansas paper notes extreme heat as Mr W J Baldwin’s hen quits her job after ten days, yet the heat continues to prevail at its old stand. Eggs hatch and chicks remain lively regardless of the hen’s absence, illustrating the persistent heat in the area.
Nighswander of Grenada promotes a Siuslaw Bay road project to shorten the Florence Eugene trip by about 22 miles. He ferries a 93-signer petition with $662 pledged, seeks $1,500 total, and wins $350 from Douglas and Lane counties. Work already begun on 13 miles, with 16 miles more needed to complete a 29 mile route. The plan would boost Eugene trade and open a wagon road to Grenada within a year pending county approvals and volunteer provisions.
Property offered on the north side of Fifth street between Washi and Jefferson streets. Terms apply to B F Dorris.
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