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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1906
Page
2
A cascade of despatches from Valparaiso describe near total destruction from a major earthquake. Reports warn of heavy loss of life, fires, and widespread ruin from Almendral to Bella Vista, with business districts devastated and rescue efforts hampered.
Clarence K B Zachary was found guilty of perjury in a homestead claim case involving Charles A Watson. Federal Judge Hunt sentenced Barnard to two years at McNeill's Island and fined 240. Watson, who testified for the government, was released on his recognizance as other sentences were postponed.
The Central and South American Telegraph Company reports Valparaiso remains in flames with businesses closed and many residents fleeing. The situation is likened to San Francisco in its chaos.
London reports pirate cable messages indicate the Chilian nitrate grounds escaped harm after earlier fears of heavy damage. The towns of Coopiapo and Antonogaste are also described as unharmed in the latest dispatches.
A delayed Santiago dispatch reports the quake was felt there and that consternation reigned, as New York noted the tremor's reach with concern and brief reaction.
In New York Aug 18 little life insurance was held by American firms in Chile. If another fire followed the earthquake English companies may face heavy losses.
Aug 18 dispatch from Herlin states Iquiqui was unharmed by the quake. It is the first news reaching beyond the gap in the telegraph line.
Harry L Hown resigns as first deputy sheriff to raise stock on his farm west of Mugene. C. C. Hammond becomes first deputy, succeeding Bown. M. S. Wallin is appointed second deputy, after previously serving in a clerical role.
Frank Hanson and Miss Hertha Jeans, both of this city, were united in marriage at the home of the bride's parents on Indian creek in Lane county on Wednesday noon, August 15, 1908. They will reside near Eugene after a short stay. The groom works with his brother in the clothing business. both are popular and well liked.
Speaker Joseph Cannon wins renomination for congress and launches a presidential boom. He argues GOP prosperity under McKinley and Roosevelt, praises the Dingley tariff, and urges labor and capital to share profits while preserving republican ideals and constitutional rights. The address frames economic policy as a national duty.
A lengthy discussion critiques government by injunction amid employer and employee clashes. It cites Samuel Gompers opposing broad injunctions, favors limited court power to prevent irreparable property injury, and warns against legal changes that could empower criminals during strikes or lockouts. The speaker defends property rights and urges adherence to law while acknowledging organized labor as a diverse group.
Railway car shortages threaten to idle Booth Kelly Lumber Company mills in Lane county and smaller Elmira plants. With San Francisco disaster impacting cars, only day shifts run at Coburg Springfield Wendling and Seginaw, risking closure of Eugene area operations and heavy economic impact.
Rumors spread for days of 19 hops at 18 cents, with dealers claiming 18 cents and 18 free, yet no contracts recorded above 15 cents per pound. William Hansen sold 10,000 pounds yesterday to Eline and Pratz for 15 cents.
On August 15, 1906, north of Engcom, Wm. H. Short and his wife welcomed a baby weighing ten pounds.
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