Eugene Water Company Expands Pipe Network Next Year
The Eugene Water Company reports 6800 feet of mains laid this year with plans to spend 20000 more next year. The project includes new pipes increased pumping capacity and a larger reservoir on the butte to strengthen fire protection and service across the east end of the city. Old pipes will be replaced and miles of new lines installed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eugene Water Company
Eugene
Uhat
Water Company
WANTS TO FIND HER FATHER IN Ohio
Chief of Police J. F. Stiles pursues Howard Kauffman as a possible father of a young girl in Ankeney Ohio who is homeless after her mother and several guardians died. The girl, about one year old when left alone, seeks family and a protector while Stiles follows a lead that the father may be in Lane county. They have been apart for about ten years. The girl recalls nothing of her relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stiles
Ankeney
Ohio
Howard Kauffman
Lane County
Springfield Notes From the News
Prof Joseph Schaffer and father in law travel through Springfield to the mountains. A box social on Dr Van Valza s lawn drew crowd and added 25 to the pew church fund. Jim Clarks fawn died after a park injury. Hennings hosted a barn raising with thirty neighbors and a large repast. The city council accepted Marshal Wright s resignation and appointed Dan Humphreys at a lower salary to run police duties alongside his blacksmith work. Main street calls used to reach him for town services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Schaffer
Springfield
van Valza
Pew Church Fund
Jim Clark
H. Hennings
Marshal Wright
Dan Humphreys
Humphreys
Free Methodists Hold Camp Meetings Near Springfield Bridge
The Free Methodists conduct a series of camp meetings in the grove of Mr Rambeaux near the Henderson Station road and Springfield bridge. Rev Blair, pastor of the local Free Methodist church, presides as attendees fill the gatherings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Free Methodists
Rambeaux
Springfield Bridge
Henderson Station Road
Blair
Free Methodist Church
Springfield News
Fractured ribs hit Mr Veatch on Lost Creek
Mr Veatch of Lost Creek sustained serious internal injuries after falling onto a rail while driving out a cow. He collapsed on the rail fence and was aided by Dr. Jayne who eased his suffering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Veatch
Lost Creek
Jayne
Springfield News
Twenty Two Cents for Hops Near Salem
Kerrisburg hop dealer Charles Livesley contracted for A. M. Pryor's 22 acres of hops yesterday. Livesley will harvest and take delivery, paying a total price of 2600 dollars.
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Kerrisburg
Lin Ietin
Charles Livesley
Salem
A. M. Pryor
Local items note barn saddles and school appointment
W W Haines & Company report a new bark lot from Santiam. Heckwith building front frame up. Prof B B Orton re elected to teach Prineville school starting 20th. Attorney Harry Norton now in Grants Pass joins Methodist church. Roseburg defeats North Bend 5 to 3 in eleven innings. Saddles by Preston & Hales for cowboys in Indian Territory. George Taylor leaves Eugene for Astoria AP dispatches. Nina Ostrander to replace him. Sam Morris may not pitch for Portland. Chemawa superintendent blocks salary offer. Lorane creamery suspends operations awaiting fall. demand strong. Cottage Grove Leader notes officers in National Guard commissions. Frank Drew to exam soon. Wells Fargo Express deliveries free to city businesses. Lebanon women in Albany have buggy accident with whiskey bottles found. Oregon state fair set features racing purses. Salem Day 200 for 2.17 pacers. Portland Day 2000 for 2:20 trotters. Two major racing events expected, nationwide interest.
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B. B. Orton
Prineville
Harry Norton
Hugene
Grants Pass
Methodist Church
Gage
Roseburg
North Bend
Sto J
Preston & Hales
Harnes
Eugene
Willamette Valley
Indian Territory
Geo. Taylor
Western Union Telegraph Company
Astoria
Associated Press
Astorian
Nina Ostrander
Sam Morris
Portland
Chemawa Indian Hchool
Morris
L. Winter
Lorane Creamery
Useoul
Cottage Grove
C. C. Hammond
Kay Babb
National Guard
Frank Drew
T. Awbrey
Informa Ua
Wells
Fargo Express
Awbrey
Lebanon Express
Albany
Spicer
J. C. Booth
Oregon
Pacific Coast
Rocky Mountains
Ira Brown and Nora Wilcutt Wed at Home
Ira Brown and Nora Wilcutt married August 7 at the residence of W. Brown in Hiechley with Justice W. H. Roberts officiating. The couple was celebrated by many friends in the county, evenings entertainment included a serenade and refreshments for the men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Brown
Hiechley
Ira Brown
Nora Wilcutt
W. H. Roberts
Free Ferry Petition Circulates in Linn County
A seven member committee appointed by Mayor Lacsel seeks county action to purchase and run a free ferry at Harrisburg on the Willamette River. W L Tyler has collected over 100 signatures in the district with broad taxpayer support. They plan to gather more signatures in Brownsville Halsey Shedd Albany Lebanon and Seio and present to the county court at the next meeting on the first Wednesday in September.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Committee of Seven
Verney May
W. L. Tyler
J. M. Murphey
D. McClain
J. DD. Bennett
Bh. Upmeyer
A. P. Dettersworth
Lacsel
Harrisburg
Willamette River
Messrs
Sam May
Brownsville
Times
Halsey
Shedd
Albany
Lebanon
Seio
County Court
Eugene Delegates Appointed for National Irrigation Meet
Mayor G. K. Chrisman with authority from the National Irrigation Congress appointed two Eugene delegates for the Ogden Utah meeting September 16 to 20. Eugene Real Estate Exchange named M. Svarverad and Hon A. C. Woodcock as the two delegates after endorsement by the exchange.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. K. Chrisman
National Irrigation Congress
Eugene
Ogden
Utah
Eugene Real Estate Exchange
M. Svarverad
Chrisman
A. C. Woodcock
Bicycle Ordinance Enforces Sidewalk Ban In Cottage Grove
The Leader notes that Cottage Grove's new bicycle ordinance prohibits riding on Main River Wall Bridge and Fifth streets. A roof fire at J K Barrett's residence near the public school was quickly contained by a garden hose as fire crews arrived. James Allen suffered a deep cut to his foot from an ax at the Pacific Timber Company camp twelve miles east. Mrs C A Hubbard underwent a delicate Ovariotomy performed by Dr Geo Wall assisted by Dr B R Job and Dr Baker with a swift recovery following the operation.
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Main
River
Wall
Bridge
Fifth Streets
J. K Barrett
Jas. Allen
Pacific Timber Company
C. A. Hubbard
Geo. Wall
B. R. Job
Cottage Grove
Baker
Yonealla
Galena Find in Bohemia District Boosts Ore Prospects
LeRoy Mining Company reports a rich body of fine grained galena in the Bohemia district. The ore carries gold and silver values and is silica rich, aiding fluxing for smelters. Mining work advances as ore bodies widen with depth, aiding Oregon smelting needs.
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LeRoy Mining Company
Ihe
Bohemia
Coeur d‘Alene
Oregon
Kostal Gets Bumped by Coos Bay Teams in Roseburg Series
Ex Coast League pitcher Joe Kostal is pushed hard by Coos Bay league clubs in a Roseburg series. Marshfield won both games Kostal pitched, 5 to 2 and 3 to 1, as the Roseburg squad struggles against Bay teams. The Roseburg Review laments Kostal’s outings and hints at trouble ahead for the home club.
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Joe Kostal
Roseburg
Marshfield
Kostal
Roseburg Review
Kostel
Bay
City Council Secures Working Quorum After Sessions
The city council finally secured a working quorum with most members present and the mayor. The council audited bills, a sewer project advanced with Simon Klovdahl receiving 1500 for completed work, and East Twelfth street sewer connection ordered. Walnut Street opening to be discussed with railway officials. An opposition petition on nearby sewer work was postponed. Fire Extinguishers discussed with six ordered. Tax rebate petition for Lizzie M Thompson denied.
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Paine and
Wilkins
Turner
City Recorder
Walnut Street
Fairmount
Simon Klovdahl
East Twelfth Street
A. C. Jennings
H. R
Kincaid
Royal
J. M. Williams
Lizzie M. Thompson
School Board Pays Second High School Construction Installment
The Geary school improvement bids were reviewed but no contracts awarded. The board approved routine business and paid 2000 to contractors for the new high school, following a prior 3600 payment, totaling 8600. Work progresses with brick on the second story, and officials express satisfaction, predicting a top state standard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geary
Eugene Guard bulletin service praised at championship fight
The Guard ran a six-site bulletin delivery on the Eugene championship fight drawing dense crowds and high interest. The service was praised as the best yet, with the paper noting public appreciation and the paper’s role in delivering news first.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eugene
Local Happenings and School Notes in Eaton
Jonction rents Eaton property from C. Thornton and will move in next week. Julia Boren, 16, died August 11 at her parents Jobo and Malinda Boren home. funeral held Wednesday. Frank Morehead and family returned from Newport trip. S. L. Moorehead and family left for the seashore. School board hired Miss Anna Crain as assistant principal. Miss Hamble resigned. School starts September 21 with A. Umphrey as janitor. G. C. Millett shipped two cars of hogs and two cars of sheep. hogs strong, sheep and cattle weaker due to hay scarcity. Local stockmen unloading surplus stock amid market slump. County institute attendees: Ines Pitney, Elsie Pitney, Gussie Burns, E. E. Starr, Alma Holman, Ella Moffit, Martha E. Robinson, Lizzie Swartz, E. L. Lemon, Ethel Lemon, A. C. Hates, Daisy Somers.
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Jobo
Malinda Boren
Julia Boren
Frank Morehead
Newport
S. L. Moorehead
Anna Crain
Hamble
A. Umphrey
G. C. Millett
County Institute
Kugene
Ines Pitney
Elsie Pitney
Gussie Burns
E. E. Starr
Alma Holman
Ella Moffit
Martha E. Robinson
Lizzie Swartz
E. L. Lemon
Ethel Lemon
A. C. Hates
Daisy Somers
Guarding Against Fire in Timber Lands
Timber land owners step up fire protection with private rangers and government reserves adding guards. Foresters warn the coming month remains a fire danger while last year's September fires left a lasting public impact and spurred calls for stricter laws and penalties.
Death of Henry Lyston in Oregon at 27
Henry Lyston died of pneumonia in Eugene on Saturday August 15 1000 after illness near Leaburg. He was 27 and living with his mother and sister in Oakland Oregon. He was brought to Eugene hospital but died. Funeral was held Sunday at J W Kays parlors with Rev Beutgen in charge. his mother and sisters attended from Oakland. The death shocked his mother.
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Eugene
Henry Lyston
Oakland
Oregon
Leaburg
Eugene Hospital
J. W. Kays
Father Beutgen
Marching Orders For Troop A From Sep 3 to 12
Captain L. Power of Lebanon has general orders to lead Troop A on a ten day practice march from September 3 to September 12. He may select the route and plans to cover five to ten miles each forenoon with mounted drill in part of the afternoons. Col. Jackson will join for the first three days. The march replaces the usual encampment and will likely head south toward Junction City.
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Lebanon
Junction City
Boy Victim Murdered Near Stevensville
The body of a six year old Jackson boy, thought abducted, was found near Stevensville. The coroner's jury ruled Welter Anderson of Missoula murdered the child. Anderson is jailed at Hamilton as Stevensville citizens react.
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Missoula
Anderson
Hamilton
Springfield Telephone Exchange list of phones in Eu gene city
The Springfield Telephone Exchange publishes a complete list of telephone numbers for Eu gene, showing free switching between the two cities. The slot includes names and main numbers for saloons, residences, offices, stores, bakeries, groceries, meat markets, mills, restaurants, and other local businesses and individuals.
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Eugene
Springfield
New Krag rifles arrive for local military companies
The Daily Guard reports August 17 that Krag Jorgenson rifles arrive for two local National Guard companies A and C. Each company receives the maximum allowed under the new law. Co C will swap old Springfield rifles tonight, Co A to receive theirs tomorrow night. Included are blue shirts, shoes for men, and field desks for officers.
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Daily Guard
Krag-Jorgenson
O. N.G
Co. C
Co. A
Nen
Rankin postpones West Seventh street brick building
I. A. Rankin planned a two story brick building on West Seventh street behind his corner brick. He now says construction will wait until next spring due to brick shortages delaying deliveries until late fall. Rankin had room commitments but cannot proceed this year.
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I. A. Rankin
West Seventh Street
Geo Houck a Hero who Rescued a Drowning Man
George Houck of Eugene a noted fancy stock raiser distinguished himself at Newport by helping to rescue Rev. F. H. Adams of McMinnville from drowning last Friday. Adams was carried out beyond the breakers and could not reach shore. Onlookers say the rescue by Houck and Sam Dugger of Albany was difficult amid strong waves and rising peril.
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George Houck
Eugene
Newport
F. H. Adams
McMinnville
Adams
Mr. Houck
Sam Dugger
Albany
Real Estate Partnership Promises Upright Eugene Venture
A new partnership in Eugene Oregon announces aims to develop Lane County real estate. The firm will handle buying and selling city and farm property, loans, renting, insurance, collections, and will act as administrator, executor, guardian, and trustee. It will also prepare wills and offer notary services from First National Bank Building.
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Eugene
Lane County
Co. W. Williams
Henry den Hart
First National Bank
Oreogn
Citizen Demands Water Safety and Public Disclosure
Eugene letter from BE Schwarzschild dated August 17 1905 urges city leaders to address rumors about the waterworks adequacy and contamination risks. He calls for a truthful community statement on water supply quality and sewer expansion, questions explosive storage near streets, and argues for public oversight over private control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Baliter
Botlesti Water Company
Aews
Sertions
Withou Foundation
Roseboro Star Billy Morrow Earns Coast praise
The Portland Journal lauds Roseburg baseball star Billy Morrow as a top minor league prospect. Coast league peers Jay Andrews Jim Whalen Danny Shea Brown George Engle Joe Kostal and Umpire Rankin commend his .375 season batting catch and fielding versatility at first base or in the outfield.
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Portland Journal
Morrow
Roseburg
Billy Morrow
Icorn Star
Jay Andrews
Portland
Jimet Whalen
Frisco
Danny Shea
Brown
Sacramento
George Engle
Joe Kostal
Ale
Rankin
Roseboro
Dryers Venture Formed to Release New Fruit Dryer
L E Densmore M D Ell and Chas Evesell form a stock company to operate the Dryers to release the TH ton fruit dryer. Thurston about ten years ago operated to good promise. The new company will handle one year's crop with expediti peet to keep busy.
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L. E. Densmore
M.d.ell
Chas. Evesell
Tonrelease
Thurston
Dr J E Hosmer to Open Eyes Ear and Throat Offices
Dr J E Hosmer of cae has engaged rooms in a building and will open offices on October 1st. Hosmer eye ear throat practitioner is said to be among the best in his field. Jim Corbett and others to be noted in this prominent local update.
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J. E. Hosmer
Cae He
R Hosmer
Pacian
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Water Company IS
Hustling
Springfield Notes
W. W. Haines & Company
Santiam
Heckwith
Free Ferry
National
Cottage Grove News
Galena
Council
Fire and
Oreoguian
John Paul Jones
Hermanesque
Eva Emery Dye
Hinger
Binger
the Times
G. FP. Skipworth
Eaton
C. Thornton
David Cherry
F. E. Selover
Ben
Springfield Telephone Exchange
Beamis
A. C
Kewedaute
Huntley
M. B
Dr. R. A
Jacobs, Cox Co
Kester, Ernest
Martin
E. C
Portland Mercantile Co
Smitson, H
Springfield Hardware Co
P. Depot
Stewart, J. E
Monte
Toffs
J. T
Ad Walker, Albert & Son
Washburne & Sons
Mill
Tai Washburne
B. A
Witter
Woods
J. F
Wolfe & McPherson
Wilson
J. B
Wright
Geo. Houck
Hugene’s
Schwarzschild
Bill Morrow
Pyssid
Jim Corbett
Skr
Pleki
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