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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1908
Page
3
A historical fragment describes a policy to allow private peer cures for many patients over forty, avoiding public interviews and invasive examinations. It envisions widespread home use, reducing embarrassment and body scrutiny while treating tired and ailing individuals.
Ventura November 28 Three Santa Paula youths Clifford Tharp 17 Cubs Tharp 9 and John Blues 13 froze to death in deep snow near Santa Paula after venturing out to reach home for Thanksgiving dinner. Searchers including labor gangs recovered their bodies at the head of Timber Canyon ten miles from town. Their fathers are noted ranchers.
Baker City authorities arrested William Jamm tonight charging him as an accomplice of Goldman Anthony the self confessed bar incendiary blamed for destroying six buildings including two schools two barns the Faull residence and the Standard Oil warehouse in Baker City on November 28.
An advertisement for WicKIAMS' Carbolic Salve with Arnica and Witch Hazel by Linn Drag Company claims the salve is the best for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum tetter chapped hands and all skin eruptions. It guarantees satisfaction or money refunded.
Arthur Austin and the Creek his wife returned from Wildcat camp last Saturday. Mrs. Prudence Notagee agrees to sell the old Safley homestead on North Fork to Frank and Fred Cassidy for 3000 dollars. J W Bailey and Hazelwood Cream Company officials visited Florence to inspect local dairy work. A new road around Beecher rock shortens the Eugene Mapleton drive and removes the steep grade and dangerous bridge. Heceta lodge No 111 L O O F elected officers for 1909 led by J G Wilson as Noble Grand.
The University of Washington claims the Pacific Northwest football title after defeating a Multnomah-run Oregon squad 10 to 0 on Thanksgiving Day. Dudley Clark connected on a key opening play, Fred Moullen booted well, and Lester Means anchored a strong line as Oregon dominated then sealed the win with a late touchdown. Dodson and Stott starred for Oregon in a hard fought, high effort game.
In front of a huge Seattle crowd at Denny Field, the University of Washington beat Oregon Agricultural College 22 to 0 to clinch the Northwest championship. Washington dominated on both sides of the ball, outpunting and outpacing Oregon, with sharp open plays and a strong defense. The game featured fast play, dry conditions, and substantial open-field runs, as Washington kept Oregon on their own yard line for much of the first half.
The Multnomah Amateur Athletic Club team were outplayed in the first half and outkicked throughout the second, as the University of Oregon eleven displayed cleverness and agility to win at Multnomah Field.
An open letter from Harry L. Goodriel touts Miona as a cure for dyspepsia after five years of failure with other doctors. He reports dramatic relief after using a 50 cent box, praising its digestion benefits and urging others with dyspepsia to try it. The letter claims Miona strengthens stomach walls, with Hull Drug Co. selling it for 60 cents and offering a money back guarantee.
Miss Lina Miller, traveling with her sisters Mrs. L. T. Howard, and accompanied by her cousin Miss Leota Miller of Sacramento, has returned home to Eugene today after visiting in Roseburg.
Port au Prince December 1 American cruiser Des Moines arrived to bolster foreign sailors and marines protecting foreigners amid rising tension between rebels and government troops. French cruiser Duguay Troulo and US cruiser Tacoma preceded it. British Scylla and Italian Fleramosca expected soon. Night passed quietly though city remains tense.
LaPorte, Nov. 26. Ray Lamphere was found guilty of arson in the case charging him with murdering Mrs Belle Gunness and her three children by setting fire to the Gunness home. He was sentenced to two to twenty-one years in prison, fined five years, and disfranchised five years. Att y Woodson indicated a motion for a new trial and possible appeal to the supreme court.
Worden voiced disbelief at the verdict, saying Lamphere could not be reached until after serving the minimum sentence. He called the decision ridiculous and argued that if Lamphere was guilty at all, it was murder and he should have been acquitted.
Harrisburg businessmen and neighboring farmers met in City Hall to draft plans for local development. The Harrisburg Development Club was organized with R. K. Burton as president T. W. Sommerville as vice president George Wilhelm as treasurer and M D Morgen as secretary. A total of $800 was subscribed with potential to reach $1200 as the effort gains momentum.
Chicago authorities seized Mrs Jack Gardner of Boston treasures valued at 970 000 including tapestries paintings and bric a brac stored in the custome s vault after Mrs Emily Chadbourne Crane allegedly attempted to smuggle them through the Chicago port without duties.
Army defeated Navy before a large crowd today with a 6 to 4 score in Philadelphia on November 28. The Army eleven secured the win in a strong display against its traditional rival.
San Francisco news reports Chief Biggy drowned last night as he returned from Belvedere in a small boat. Police commissioners appointed A. D. Cutler as temporary chief. Investigations include depositions from Kiel Murphy and Cowboy. A formal statement is expected later as searches continue.
William J. Biggy chief of police of San Francisco was drowned on the bay while returning from Belvedere in the patrol boat Patrol. He complained of cold to Engineer Murphy who left him in the stern cabin and later vanished from view as the boat neared the city. A search of the vessel and bay followed with boats hurried to the scene.
Paris reports the Steinheil affair dominating public attention across France with sensational disclosures about the Faure death inquiry and links to Dreyfus politics. Theories accuse Mme Steinheil of orchestrating murders while details of her life and alleged affairs surface amid claims of a political plot.
The long examination of Mrs Steinheil as widow of her husband is described as well under way and extended. Interrogation proceeds with details spread over two more days as the court and counselors question her in depth.
Washington reports Herbert L. Satterlee telegraphed his acceptance of the appointment as assistant secretary of the navy. The afternoon probate filing revealed the last will and testament of Stillman H. Atwood with estate valued at five dollars and bequests to Dr. C HM T Atwood and son, remainder to Mrs. Georgia Tobey who is named executrix. The will was executed in Maine on December 17.
Daniel J. Cerle of Detroit was today appointed commissioner general of ion to succeed the late Frank P. Sergent. Mr. Keefe serves as president of the International Longshoremen's Union. Marriage licenses were issued to Charley K. Hills and Vina M. Kelsay and Wil D. Glaapey and Maudie 8 Neet.
Peel five large bananas and rub with sugar. Dissolve a lemon Jell O in hot water and fold beaten egg or cream. Pour into a mold, chill, and garnish with candied cherries. Serve with whipped cream or as pudding sauce. Jell O products sold in groceries at ten cents per package.
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