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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1908
Page
8
Toledo prints a compact home note featuring Peruna in a household setting with local figures Florence, Axteens, and Reeridero vii noted in a brief item from the page.
A Toledo Ohio woman describes how Peruna cured her internal catarrh after months of suffering. She credits the remedy with restoring health and joy, noting the improvement began after several bottles and that her husband also uses it. The ad notes Dr Hartman and his assistants finally released Peruna in tablet form for those who object to liquids.
Orienta Oklahoma resident Maria Goertz testifies that Peruna restored her health and aided her housework. She notes her husband recovered from asthma, daughter from earache and catarrh of the stomach, and son from throat catarrh. She claims weight gain from one hundred to one hundred forty pounds.
Washington dispatch notes Democratic caucus to pick a new leader after Williams’ retirement. Champ Clark of Missouri is seen as the likely choice, supported by Williams and allies, with Henry of Texas as a potential rival. Clark’s strong voting base, debate skill, and focus on committee appointments mark a distinctive leadership style.
The Oregon Electric says it has spent 3,000,000 to build 79 miles of main line and five miles of industrial tracks. The Willamette river bridge at Wilsonville cost nearly a quarter of a million. The line uses standard steam road design with reinforced embankments and full ballast. Four concrete sub power stations exist with plans for three more, plus tool houses and closets at Portland.
Kodot is described as a natural digestive tube based remedy found in a healthy stomach that digests all food completely. Motel is praised as pleasant to take and guaranteed to relieve any stomach trouble, sold by all druggists.
The Mayflower Mining Co. at Bohemia plans a new milling plant this winter with a 100 unit capacity roller configuration replacing the old setup. Heavy machinery transport under favorable weather has progressed, with about fifty men employed for winter work. The project signals strong prospects, justifying the several thousand dollars spent on equipment and expert visits.
The Salem Statesman reports C. Timmons, jailed for alleged wife murder, is portrayed as a coward who excuses violence as a necessary act. Once seen as a decent, nerveful man, he now cowers in his cell and pleads to save himself by shifting blame.
Timmons maintains a theory that Hornbuckle could be connected to his safety, with the defense likely to adopt the idea and attach the dead woman’s name to Hornbuckle. Prosecutors reportedly have enough evidence to clear any charges.
Judge P A Marquam accepts a quitclaim deed from the Ladds ending a long dispute over the veeam building and 50 acres in Rossmere. Marquam will receive about 70 000 dollars, after 10 000 to cover judgments, with net between 30 000 and 35 000 for himself plus two years free office rent. Litigation withdraws and future suits avoided.
Washington reports that the top lumber production has been reached and future output will likely be flat or decline. Overton W. Price of the forest service warned the annual cut last year would span 1000 acres in extent and form a pile as high as the Washington Monument. He noted average forest growth of 12 cubic feet per acre totaling seven billion cubic feet, while consumption reaches 223 billion cubic feet yearly, over three times the growth.
The Daily reports two more arrests for selling liquor after grand jury indictments for Maynor. Jamea Karhan and Pony Witter, both of Springfield, were arrested last evening. Eugene Karhan posted bond of $500 for court appearance, while another suspect remained in county jail. The grand jury continues its work with several other indictments and more arrests anticipated as witnesses have been examined.
General Manager J P O'Brien of the Harriman lines stated in Eugene that Chicago offices confirm the first shipment of the 2 000 000 dollar stock will arrive by year end. The order includes diners, observation cars, standards and tourist sleepers, freight cars, locomotives and cabooses. It is the largest single order for the Northwest, comprising one third of Harriman's 1909 acquisitions.
Postmaster J Casey of Ashland reports Washington has delayed free delivery service due to exhausted appropriations awaiting new congressional funds. The application was favorably considered by a post office inspector several weeks ago.
Dee Wright is reported to have arrived back from the Blue River mines, resuming duties and daily routines after the mining expedition.
The first Springfield market day organized by local merchants drew farmers and townspeople despite lower attendance. Horses dominated sales at 30 to 60 dollars, cattle sold 29 to 35 dollars, and farm implements fetched solid prices. Auctioneer Cooper of Salem impressed, alongside dealer C. R. Mead. A second market day is planned in four weeks as Springfield aims to make the event a permanent fixture with broader participation from Eugene, Junction, and surrounding areas.
The text cites sections 1980 and 1981 making it unlawful to sell tobacco to minors under 18 without parental or court consent and prohibiting minors from smoking in public places. Violations carry fines from five to fifty dollars or one to ten dollars, with possible short jail terms at the court's option.
In Seattle a serious collision between outbound and inbound trolley cars injured many. Motorman Gus Olson and others were hurt, with the more seriously injured taken to Seattle General Hospital. A heavy fog caused signals to be missed, brakes failed, and panic ensued as passengers, 120 aboard the outbound and 79 on the inbound, were affected. Motorman Oleon died later.
Pittsburg December 6 receivers for the Westinghouse Electric and Manufacturing Company and Securities Investment Company will be discharged in the U S court today by Judge James B Young a brief legal development ends a prolonged receivership and clears the firms to resume normal operations
Twenty crates of Oregon apples will be shipped to a New York window display after Christmas. Presented by the Portland Commercial Club, the fruit is destined for King Edward VII and Emperor Wilhelm II, with exhibits first staged in Macy's department stores before final presentation.
New Bedford December 5 The United States cruiser Yankee once afloat after ten weeks aground on a Buzzards Bay reef sank early today off Penik et Island The ship with 150 crew was landed safely as it towed toward New Bedford under a southeast gale The naval collier Lebanon and two tugs accompanied the tow and sheltered in Penik es Island’s lee due to darkness
Washington reports Commander Marsh of the Yankee describes a list to starboard that grew until the berth deck flooded and the ship sank in 42 feet of water. All hands were evacuated with no casualties. Wrecking company to resume operations. a committee will review officer responsibility.
Philadelphia reports a missing valuables list from the late Mrs George Wood who was found dead October 13 at 1239 North Broad Street. Jewelry valued at 75000 and an old masterwork valued at 16000 are among items listed as vanished. The coroner said heart disease caused death and the estate is to be handled by Girard Trust Company and two female executors. Police note the deceased was in debt.
The Hague reports no ordinary support for a naval demonstration by three Dutch warships off Venezuela. Dutch officials say the maneuver is an ordinary exercise cruise. No information confirms four American warships to Curacao around January 1, though post election sentiment may influence Dutch aid beyond moral support.
Several marriage notices appear: Charlie Hills weds Miss Vina Kelsay in Lowell on December 1908 with Rev R G Callison officiating. William Glaspey marries Maude Neet same date and place. Walter Price of Marcola weds Nellie Goodwin of Portland in Portland on December 2 1905. Karl W Gordon weds Bertha Williams at Charles Orton home on December 1 1908 with Rev J O Richmond officiating.
Findlay Ohio December 4 The Standard Oil Co prosecutions in this county ended today at the request of Attorney David All indictments are nolle pressed The action followed a claim that the alleged illegal practices have been eliminated and that enforcement is now by the United States Attorney General and the Ohio Attorney General in federal court of Missouri.
A vintage drug advertisement touts Kennedy Laxative Cough Syrup as stopping coughs and driving the cold from the system. It claims children like the remedy and notes it is sold by all druggists.
In Carring Creek area, Cosmo Garcia 75 heads the household with wife Vivinian 62 son Torlvia 25 and friend Las Guerras 60 found dead in their beds likely two days dead. Missing Maggie Careia 18 and Francisco Martinez 30, rumored suitor, suspected murdered or abducted. Garcia family were sheep raisers.
J W Geary Post No 7 G A R adopted resolutions mourning Louis Renninger a Civil War veteran from Co 37 Ohio U L. He lived a useful life loved by family and friends and sought to aid civilization and freedom. The post extends sympathy to his widow and children and will furnish copies of the resolutions to the papers and to L Phetteplace W M Adjutant.
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