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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1909
Page
8
An old health column argues summer catarrhal diseases affect internal organs beyond throat and lungs. It cites stomach, bowels, kidneys as affected and promotes Peruna and Dr Hartman’s practice, claiming wide nationwide testimonials of Vermifuge efficacy.
Alfred Haberman, a white man, shot his wife after eight years of marriage upon learning she was a negress, then killed himself. Mrs Haberman, a beautiful woman who appeared white, leaves behind a seven year old son. The incident occurred in Columbus, Ohio, on August 14.
Frank E. Alleys fine registered stallion Diawood died early this morning from strangulation of the satentines after veterinary treatment failed to yield relief. Diawood, a top blooded sire with a 2 11 race record, was a son of Diablo and Abbie Wood. F L Chambers received a large turbine water wheel to power Midgley's planing mill, tripling plant output.
A 1910s era forecast projects rapid growth across wealth, population, and industry. The Manufacturer's Record expects 1918 wealth around 206 billion dollars, with 106 million people, 30 billion in bank deposits, 16.5 billion in agricultural output, and 62 billion in manufactured capital, signaling a giant national expansion.
The text speaks of problems taxes and ads and with enhanced commodities it will make critical. It notes many ways the present system of economic distribution of wealth faces a period of adjustment to new conduns.
Special correspondence from McKenzie Bridge reports a lively August 6 gathering at the Log Cabin hotel in honor of Mrs. C H Metcalf of San Francisco. Decorations turned the veranda into a forest bower while guests enjoyed five hundred, dinner by Misses Young Rhodes and Young, and an evening Virginia reel. Attendees include H B Miller and family, A H Tanner and family, C H Metcalf and family, C F Winters of Los Angeles, C H Flint of Los Angeles, J A Van Groos of Portland, and many others. A later note mentions dancing and a comment on McKenzie attracting visitors, with autos prompting cautions for locals and a playful nod to urban traffic.
In response to a request from State Superintendent Ackerman, Attorney General Crawford ruled that graduates of state normal schools or universities cannot teach in grades above the eighth in country schools without a county or state certificate. The law allows teachers from normal or college training to teach in high schools without an exam, but the AG concludes that schools of the second class adding grades above the eighth are not high schools and such teachers must pass the regular examinations for grade teachers.
Delbert Matteson two years old son of C H Matteson and wife of Springfield died at Eugene hospital on August 12 1909. Funeral at Walker's undertaking parlors Springfield Saturday at 2 30 p m with interment in Laurel Grove cemetery.
London Aug 13 reports include I P Inman of Eugene in charge of Coast Fork bridge work and visiting Calapooya. Mrs Freeman and daughter of Nebraska join Mrs Charles Powell and others in a short stay. Several Eugene residents and visitors from Cottage Grove Portland Roseburg Irving Back Butte share health and leisure at the springs. Mrs M A Currie, Mrs Inman, and Dr M A Smith are among those mentioned with health interests and local travel.
A marriage license was granted this afternoon to Thomas B. Harris and Miss Florence Striker, both of Eugene.
W A T Bushon G Connolley and Kaser arrive at Port and enjoy fishing stunts. J H McClung attends annual outing. C H Metcalf and child plus N E Metcalf return from San Francisco and San Jose after visiting Aunt Frizzell. Yokohama consul H B Miller family stay at Log House. Will E Corning returns home. Hendricks Snodgrass and Snodgrass auto to Foley Springs. Winters and Flint from Los Angeles spend a month at McKenzie Bridge. new visitors praise local hospitality.
Mrs. Eureka Willits files in circuit court for divorce from J Willits alleging she loaned him $1500 from inheritance and he spent it on horses and races. She says he refused to buy her clothing, their home was mortgaged and about to be lost, and she has since supported herself. Attorneys are Williams and Bean.
James J Jeffries arrived in Plymouth and expressed surprise that Sam Berger signed a contract for the world heavyweight title match against Jack Johnson. Jeffries said no one had authority to sign his name, but the bout will proceed with his involvement. He suggested the date could be six months away or sooner or later, with the sooner the better.
W. W. Willett sold his 80 acre farm across the river west of Lostine to a Mr. Taylor of Eugene for 8000 dollars. Harry Jackson received a 20 dollar fine in municipal court this morning on a drunk and disorderly charge.
The first fifty winners are listed including Joseph Furay of Warsaw Indiana Joseph Hodge Deer Lodge Montana Patrick Quigley Rosemont Minnesota Ed M Webber Hillyard Washington Eleanor McClellan Missoula Montana Will Zuehlke Appleton Wisconsin Seth Stone Wagones British Columbia G Llewellyn Beatty Montana Lon Frank Butte etc. The roster names many residents from Indiana Montana Washington Iowa Wisconsin California and Oregon with cities such as Missoula Great Falls Butte Seattle Spokane Kalispell and Chicago and includes Amandus Hintz Spokane and J D Van Liew Weldon Iowa among others.
Santa Clara Cal Aug 14 Two boys captured at Sunnyvale by Sheriff Langford were brought for arraign ment on robbery charges. Leader Joe Willetts admitted planning a series of robberies with the yesterday raid as an experiment aiming for bigger heists and cleaner money.
Joe Willetts and Fred Carr were arraigned before Justice Thompson in San Jose on August 14 for the Santa Clara bank robbery. Each suspect is held on $20,000 bail.
The Annapolis court of inquiry on Lieutenant Sutton's death neared closure as counsel for Mrs. Sutton summed up. Henry E. Davis attacked the board's haste and lack of notice, arguing Sutton's letters and day-before events show signs of murder or accident, not self-inflicted death, and criticized the recorder Lieutenant Willing for dereliction.
James A. Finch, whose murder conviction was affirmed by the Supreme Court yesterday, plans to continue his fight from the County Jail. He says he will carry the case to the U S Supreme Court, declaring it will be three years before they get his skin. Attorney Jeffrey plans to file a motion for a rehearing within the 20 days, contending the court erred by not considering the photograph of Fisher and a witness conversation.
John A. Kissinger of Fall Creek has been granted a notarial seal marking his appointment as a public Notary. This credential permits him to administer oaths and witness signatures within his jurisdiction.
Lane county residents named in yesterday's Flathead Indian reservation land draw include Jacob F Olsen Eugene No 168 Garland H Campbell Seaburg No 1272 Robert B Fullmer Wendling No 1346 Olsen listed as laborer living at west end of Sixth street and likely to secure a strong farm. Campbell and Fullmer not in Lane county taxpayers list per Polk's directory. Olsen is a long-time family man who will meet residence requirements.
In Salem Aug 12 crops face lice infestation as cool July and August weather let pests flourish. Sprayed yards show better prospects for a prime grade while growers expect higher prices for the 1909 crop. Western buyers pause to quiet the market. growers refuse under 20 cents and anticipate improved offers after harvest.
The Kempp Brothers say the Plank wagon crash yesterday was not caused by a faulty brake or the rig. They insist the accident resulted entirely from the driver Chamberlain becoming intoxicated after leaving the barn, and he failed to use the brake due to his condition. A brake demonstration was held outside the newspaper offices this afternoon. Irving Items note personnel moves and local visits including Rosen taking charge of an extra gang at Goshen and several residents visiting friends and relatives. Threshing has begun with expectations of better yields. hay baling is widespread.
Spokane August 12 L H Bailey of the New York College of Agriculture warned that no man owns his farm but must conserve soil as an agent. He dismissed the need to move West for new land, urging upgrading existing farms and warning the West risks fertility while the East is less endangered. He supported a national irrigation movement and advised saving resources for future population pressure.
The Oregonian reports sweeping changes planned by Southern Pacific to reorganize passenger service between Portland and San Francisco as part of Harriman’s Puget Sound plan. Proposals include adding a morning Portland to San Francisco train and a morning San Francisco to Portland train, plus shifting other departures to better serve business travelers, with attention to minimizing long gaps between trains.
Oakland California August 13 The death of August Coussens awaiting murder trial occurred when he hanged himself in his county jail cell using a handkerchief and surgical bandages. His cellmate Mark Manchester an art connoisseur killed himself in Berkeley Thursday, and authorities believe a death by own action pact existed between them.
A park day sponsored by Western eGo featured contests and races with winners from Cottage Grove Oakland and local groups. Ribble and Bone won the sawing contest in 40 minutes Cox and Sears were second. Hand of Oakland won the pillow fight. Cottage Grove teams claimed the tug of war. Mrs Spear and Mrs Hubbard won nail drawing for ladies. May Armstrong Grace Crabtree Dan Woods and Susie Skidmore led youth events. Spear Lewis and Churchill topped men and women races. Smith of Oakland won chopping.
In Santa Clara two youths robbed the Valley Bank of Santa Clara, securing more than 7000 dollars before fleeing in a rented car. Sheriff Langford tracked the vehicle to seven miles from San Jose where the suspects surrendered. The money was recovered and identities remain unclear.
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