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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1908
Page
6
A Des Moines family recounts their sick boy’s decline with scarlet fever and lung ailment, then credits Peruna for a dramatic recovery after two bottles. The letter endorses Peruna and promotes a free Peruna Almanac for 1909.
London reports a tentative agreement between the United States and Japan to maintain the status quo in the Pacific and protect China, seen as a peaceful contribution rather than a new alliance. London newspapers praise the move as promoting world peace and a complement to the Anglo Japanese pact.
The Good Roads convention opened in the city court room with full seating. Judge Scott urged a state highway commission, a one mill levy yielding about $500,000 yearly, and a shared funding plan with state, county, and property owners. Convict labor and quarries were proposed, with many local figures signing to form a Good Roads League.
Columbus Ohio marks the forty fifth anniversary of General John H Morgan the famed raider and his companion from the penitentiary to the city. Observers recall the escape cell and the tunnel entrance still shown to visitors. Narratives vary but the core tale tells of an air chamber and a nerve-wracking breakout under the block.
An account describes an escape plan executed on the night of November 27, 1563. A prisoner dropped a hook to the wall, climbed a rope, cleared the wall, and fled toward Cincinnati. He crossed the Ohio River into Kentucky but was not recaptured.
Nashville observances recall Bam Davis the Confederate scout captured at Pulaski on November 22 186 then hanged as a spy by General Dodge. Darls denounced betrayers words were spoken on his coffin edge as Cade offered horse arms and escort to Hebel lines to reveal the traitor. Tennessee legislature funded a bronze heroic statue on Capitol Hill modeled by sculptor George Julian Zolnay.
Roseburg Nov 25 The state rests against Rev George Clark Summers Methodist minister of Gardiner resisting extradition to Throckmorton Texas On testimony by Sheriff G R Sperlock Summers is identified and evidence supported Arguments suggest two Rev Mr Summers in Texas The court raises bond from 500 to 1000 and defense attorney W W Cardwell is fined 25 for contempt
Ogden Utah November 26 a 30 year old Walter Luckey blew out his brains with a Winchester rifle in the foyer of the Grand Opera house as a musical comedy played. He was despondent over money losses and left a message to notify his sister Mrs Harry Ward of Portland Oregon. Luckey formerly resided in Eugene and was the son of Eugene Luckey who disappeared years ago.
Zion Nov 22 Our people voted a tax of five mills to be used for better jobs. Al Meye, who recently visited Nebraska, might sell his farm but now plans to stay in this climate. Farmers have been angera goats to graze brush land improving crops of mohair and kids. Rev N O Williams of Eugene Bible University will preach at Lost Valley school house today. Bully Kelsay moves to his home here once planned for R. L. Edwards, Elden Templeman moves to Dexter to live with Charles McFlase.
At the regular city council meeting bids for sidewalks curbs and gutters between Mill and Second Streets and between Fifth and Seventh on Main were opened and read. Beadle and Noble won the contract as Gus Myers of Eugene had higher figures. Second Street work to start soon. other blocks delayed until spring due to water and soft ground.
J A Krohn known as Colonial Jack of Portland Maine arrived in Eugene with a wheelbarrow shaped pyramid box on a 9000 mile journey around the U S border foot. He began June 1 in Portland and must finish by September 1 1905 to win a wager. Accompanied by Mrs Krohn and funded by aluminum medals sold, he plans to reach Portland Maine by September and cover Seattle to Los Angeles coast to coast with many delays and feints, stating he is 500 miles ahead of schedule and writing a book of his travels.
In San Francisco on November 24 Stanley Ketchell regained the middleweight championship by defeating Hilly Papke. Papke was knocked down and counted out in the eleventh round.
Pittsburg reports an explosion at the Pittsburg-Buffalo Coal Company mine in Marianna Washington county. Officials estimate 180 to 275 men were underground with many feared dead. Rescue efforts proceed as officials doubt any may be saved.
Chicago November 27 The Trowne reports Chicago to be the sole selling headquarter of a new timber combination with Edward Hines named president. Public figures quote a 20 million dollar capitalization while rivals doubt price fixing will restrain trade. Frederick Weyerhauser and T B Walker are noted supporters of the syndicate.
Portland, Nov 28 An attorney barred from practice by the State Bar Assoc, J A Finch, shot and killed Ralph A Fisher, the Bar Association prosecutor. Finch, disbarred Wednesday, entered Fisher's Mohawk Building office and fired three shots, one hitting Fisher in the temple. Bystanders detained Finch, who was taken to a police station. Fisher, a prominent young attorney, was connected to reform groups and related to notable Oregon figures. Finch faces charges. threats had targeted Fisher for weeks, with anonymous letters prompting fear of further violence.
A historical piece argues that women undergo numerous surgical operations that are unnecessary and could be avoided. It reflects concerns about medical practices in hospitals and the frequency of invasive procedures on female patients.
Letters from readers claim Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound cured severe female troubles and saved lives. Testimonials from Barbara Base of Kansas and Arthur House of New Jersey describe avoiding surgery and regaining health. The ad promotes the remedy for displacements, inflammation, ulcers, tumors, and backache and invites letters for advice.
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