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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1901
Page
2
A May 20 1901 Oregonian editorial argues for electing all Portland councilmen at large, contending it would curb ward favors and promote city wide interests. It warns that municipal reform should elevate the council, treat city affairs as a whole, and adopt lessons from other cities to ensure wiser governance.
Master Fish Warden Van Dusen notes in November report that the McKenzie River, from Fish Lake to the Willamette junction near Eugene, is a superb waterway with pure water, strong current, clean rock and gravel beds, and no deleterious vegetation, inviting for a salmon hatchery. The text emphasizes the river’s outstanding qualities and its appeal to nature lovers.
Real estate transfers list numerous parcels and buyers including Powell to Sonal, Spong to Hubbell, Ostman to Ciar, and others with prices from 75 to 2110. Mineral activity records include mining locations for Mrs Philipman Willard and amended Harvilla claim, with proofs of labor on several Blue River claims. Marriage license notices note couples and witnesses.
The article notes a heavy front arriving Wednesday evening with a service at schoolhouse No 100 led by Mir Smith of the United Brethrens. It mentions local residents, trapping profits with martins raccoons and minks, a well attended surprise party at Mr McGlynn’s, road repairs by Mr Wm Cornelius, and short notes on hyacinth culture and Schley’s naval command.
A Boston Herald report places Philadelphia with hundreds of alleged gambling houses and vice dens with police as silent partners. The Philadelphia North American accuses Mayor Ashbridge of stealing city streets while Republicans face alleged iniquities in Pennsylvanian politics. Rose Quay claims statewide honesty. English partridges released in Willamette Valley have multiplied, with Albany area counting seventy five birds in a field this fall.
On December 17 1901 Griffin Brothers contracted to deliver Eugene Electric Light using 2000 cords of fir wood along the river. M E Edwards visits Far Creek after school. E E Upmeyer from Harrisburg returns for next year logging. Nelson travels to Eugene to meet his son arriving from the East. BR C Edwardes visits Eugene. Cold threat endangers fruit trees after a warm spell. M E Edwards conducts business in Eugene. Reyes Gittings of Springfield and Hartwell plan revival services at the place around the new year.
Two trains depart Portland daily in morning and evening for California. The trains feature the latest standard and tourist sleeping cars at low rates, making the trip affordable for all. For illustrated California and Arizona winter resorts guides, contact K B Miller, General Passenger Agent, Portland, Oregon.
Bridge repairs listed for A W Jones C E Warner Grover Walker J A Smith Wo Griffin and others with amounts from 4.23 to 1950 in various bridgework printing and merchandise accounts. Pauper supplies and board wages itemized for J H Skidmore Williams Parvin Mrs Winkle and others. Justice and constable fees noted along with juror and witness payments. Light and fuel charges, jail wood and Eugene Light Co listed.
A Moon's Feed Store advertisement touts Perfection Flour with a money back guarantee and urges customers to order sacks if their grocer does not stock it. It lists the store location at 544 Plane Place No 65 Et Ninth Street and contrasts the product with inferior options.
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