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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1902
Page
7
A series of five boilers exploded at Swift's Ice Plant No 3 in Currence killing several workers and injuring many more. Rescue teams recovered twelve bodies as of noon and continued sifting through rubble where an estimated eleven may be buried. Screams and chaos described as debris piled in twisted wreckage.
The Wheeler residence hosted a farewell for Rev and Mrs Mac H Wallace as they head to Detroit, Michigan, after two years of service. Friends and Congregational members praised their work, with a reception, refreshments, and a heartfelt sendoff. Receptions and club meetings followed with plans for future programs and lectures.
Geo Hosemann of the Department of Agriculture in Washington DC visited this morning with his wife and inspected the region for grape culture. He saw no reason grapes cannot be grown extensively here and will report his opinion to the department. He praised Rev E Loveridge's Hoe grapes.
Springfield city voters face a pair of tickets for the upcoming city election. The Wet ticket lists Mayor H A Bkeelag, councilmen K E B Doane Welby Stevens, recorder Finley Roberts, treasurer J W Stewart. The Dry ticket has Mayor B A Waehburne, councilmen Milton Balliy G A McCauley, recorder L E Thompson, treasurer J H Vansehoiack.
A leading contractor predicted strong growth for Eugene next year. He cited the planned opera house a brick block at the Guakp site and replacing wooden structures with up to date brick foundations as the city’s path to steady development previously observed.
Charlton B Perkins, a former Lave County man, was acquitted of embezzlement charges by the Court of the First District. He had been accused of embezzling funds from a Manila wholesale firm, but evidence showed the money in question was his earned commission. The local community welcomes the clearing of charges and notes his prior ties to Baranaga, PI.
Sam Lockwood from Lorane and many others, including L Chambers from Portland, Mre BM Burg from Cometuck, Myrtle Munroe to Cottage Grove, JP Laren and wife to Junction City, Lois Coshow of Salem visiting, Robert Brady返回 from Jodiane, Attorney L M Tracia active, JM Shelley and wife from Idaho, Mrs Witherboo visiting Albany, Henry of Cottage Grove joins wife in Eugene, I L Campbell and children from Muddy, M King from Portland, Gertrude Harmtle and Myrtle Pinkahem from Junction City visiting, Bertha Templeton returning to Halsey, J A Fuget family from Portland, Geo C Husmann of USDA in city for grape talks, Nellie Loomis bound for Portland then California, Professor Glen back from Albany and Corvallis for May festival, Rev GB Christianson from Omaha visiting, then leaving for Past.
In November the Willamette Valley Land Co conveyed several farms to new owners. The Bahr farm on Long Yom was deeded to J H Kennedy of Nebraska, the Wooley farm of 487 acres went to Mrs McKinney of Minnesota, and Duncan Scott’s 220 acre property was transferred to N Get of Iowa.
An Englishman signing as F Harcourt Vancouver is wanted by police for fraud after drafting a fake £10.75 check using a false Morris signature. The man is linked to stolen military saddles later traced to a secondhand store, sold for $9. Police have strong descriptions and seek arrest.
Seattle reporters returning from the Philippines claim natives are arming for another revolt. They say arms are being shipped in despite government efforts and that priests incite resistance. Authorities allegedly know the situation but suppress details from the public.
F L Chambers dismisses talk of plans to erect a brick business block at the corner of Sixth and Willamette streets. He calls the rumor hot air, says he has heard nothing official, and has not discussed or considered the project with anyone.
From the Times November 29 note Franglin’s post office will close Monday with records and supplies turned over to the city post office. Also mentions Thanksgiving in Eugene, local students returning, cattle driving rough due to high water, and plans to rebuild the yard and add a new passenger depot and stock yards next spring.
Real estate transfers listed include Mary Mand A Stevens to JA Henderson for 10 blocks in Eline, Clyde D Lloyd to Geo F McClintock for a 480 acre interest, and Clyde D Lloyd to George L Lloyd a 9 percent interest in 480 acres. Also Allan Whiteaker to L G Halin and Louise E Finch/160 acres noted with patent. Court action Sabin v P and M J Houston seeks monetary recovery with JL Travis attorney for plaintiff.
A notice from Woodburn dated November 24 1902 records a wedding for Mr and Mrs Lee Campbell. The short item notes the couple and location without further detail.
J B Bamford of Springfield wed Miss Ida Bown of Elmira on Thanks giving Day November 27, 1802 at the bride’s Elmira home. Elder officiant presided as relatives witnessed a sturdy ceremony followed by a sizable dinner and evening diversions. The bride is daughter of J Bown, a prominent farmer from Elmira. groom works as second foreman at Booth Kelly Lamber Co mill in Springfield. They will reside in Springfield amid warm congratulations.
Kathleen Alice Campbell wed Marvin L Hamaut of Eugene in a 6 o'clock ceremony officiated by Rev Barton Riggs at the Campbell home on Center arrest. The bride, well regarded in the capital, will reside in Lane county with the groom, a prosperous hop grower. They departed on the late overland train for Eugene to begin married life.
A muddled nostalgic ad touts The Racket Store offering hand crafted shoes boots weather wear and fleece lined underwear at cheap prices. It mocks competitors and promises smiles forever, urging shoppers to buy before cold weather and warning of hidden costs.
The Women of Woodcraft held an evening meeting before the social portion to elect officers for the coming term. Elected were Margaret Campbell Past Guardian Neighbor Ela E Frazer Guardian Neighbor Augusta Cheshire Advisor J Wilson Clerk W M Green Banker Jennie M Williams Magician Mary Jammer Attendant Alice K Mateer Sentinel Geof Faller Outer Sentinel Laura Larimer Captain of Guarda Bessie K Farrington Musician Lucy J Martin Manager
Marshall Stiles and Alf Walker returned from Boane ings after a stir boat outing seeking the man who uttered the bogus on Mr Walker and the saddles from Colcoran's stable. They found nothing new and the trip proved a wild pose chase with no arrest.
Multnomah overwhelmed Oregon with superior play, scoring two first half touchdowns and a successful third quarter kick, while Oregon struggled against the visitors. Key Oregon players Kerron and Kirkley were sidelined, and the crowd counted thousands as the Hawks clung to the win.
Columbia defeated Annapolis Navy 5 to 0 with Dick Smith, ex UC, star of the game. The World notes Smith recovered a fumbled punt at Navy’s 18 and led a series of plunges to push over for the decisive score with six minutes left.
Mrs Jensin W Arehart died near Harrisburg on November 4 1902 aged 41 years and 4 months leaving a husband and seven children six boys and one girl youngest about six. The remains were taken to Junction City for interment in the Odd Fellows cemetery. She was described as an excellent lady and will be mourned by many friends.
Riley Moore aged 52 died after a violent hiccoughs attack that lasted four days. He recently arrived from Missouri and is survived by a wife six children and a sister.
In a Phoenix notice dated November 23, the ex police chief Sidney reports that his wife arrived in town last Friday morning. He also mentions hopes for Mr. Scott’s speedy health improvement.
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