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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1901
Page
6
In a Springfield Massachusetts discussion, a columnist condemns integration efforts after Brooker T Washington was refused accommodations at three hotels. The piece argues against forcing cross-cultural presence, claiming inferiority and advocating liberty and legal protection rather than equality through legislation.
A Southern Oregon pioneer recalls Kerby origin once called Kerbyville. A billiard table from Crescent City rode on Ajita the pack mule to a Saloonkeeper's setup by Martinez, who built a saloon after the mule collapsed under the load. The town grew around the saloon, centering mining activity north of Frisco with the table as drawing card.
If Perry Belmont wins the seventh New York district seat to succeed Nicholas Muller, two Belmont brothers would serve in Congress from the same city and organization. O H P Belmont is already a Tammany member, making a rare case where two brothers sit in Congress from the same state.
The census shows nine million negroes, eight million in the south, with distribution tied to climate and slavery heritage. Despite southern dominance, some northern philanthropists claim wide knowledge on how races harmonize in daily contact and labor relations.
Convicted murderers Wade the Swede and Dalton await execution, displaying starkly different temperaments under impending death. Wade remains jovial and makes light of fate, while Dalton sinks into deep despair. Neither expects mercy, and both are deemed undeserving.
Dr Kremer has been elected for the fifth consecutive term, satisfying Grant's Page and the town. The official's prolonged tenure strengthens municipal leadership and town governance according to local reports.
A senator named M Shell introduces four bills aimed at banning Chinese, Japanese, and Filipino immigration into the United States. The proposal raises questions about the status of the Philippine Islands as part of the United States and the implications for territorial entitlements and citizenship.
Russia warns the sultan of penalties if the mid January installment of the war indemnity is not paid. The sultan is expected to default, continuing a pattern of nonpayment.
Nearly 128 years have passed since Bostonians hurled tea into the harbor to protest King George's stamp tax. Monday marks the anniversary of that defiant act and its enduring legacy in American history.
Oregon residents secure contracts to furnish about four thousand tons of hay and oats, mostly hay, for early delivery at Portland. The shipments will go to the Philippines as government army supplies.
A affluent Portland resident, noted for extensive travel, uses her wealth to observe and send select trees shrubs and plants from other localities to Portland parks authorities for planting. The note describes her as both a thoughtful and generous patron.
The State Board of Agriculture notes in its annual report the 1901 state fair had receipts exceeding expenditures by nearly four hundred dollars, reversing the usual deficit pattern.
The attorney-general issues an opinion praising teachers as the temporary closing of a school by board order during an epidemic does not forfeit salaries. The ruling holds that salaries are protected for the period the school remains closed.
Andrew Carnegie proposes a ten million endowment to establish a national university at Washington. The offer and the Smithsonian Institute’s acceptance as a precedent could influence wider support for the magnate’s grand plan.
A general estimate places the wealth of leading trust promoter J Vierpont Morgan at four hundred millions. At ten dollars a week, one would labor eight hundred thousand years to earn that sum, underscoring the vastness of the wealth.
Bakker Gue Works on Ninth Street in Eugene Oregon showcases a varied Xmas inventory including toy wagons doll cradles beds cabs and elegant celluloid items. The shop features dolls cake and doll beds Japanese goods and banners priced as low as 25 cents, inviting customers to visit and enjoy a reputed holiday selection.
J M Howe reports the Browneville woolen mill and flour mill are being put in shape for operation and will run again. The assets were sold at creditor's sale recently with buyers paying a stone.
The traveler George Vernon, a violinist and horse thief, was captured in Siskiyou County California after passing fraudulent checks. He faces trial at Grants Pass for fraudulent checks and is suspected of involvement in a Walkers train robbery near Eugene. Authorities believe he evaded earlier capture due to negligence and plan to pursue charges in Grants Pass.
Satisfaction of mortgage entries for amounts 125 00 and 300 00 list various transfers including Gill Meadow to C U Rutan with the Nemo and Falling Star claim in Bohemia gluing district and other deeds such as Mil ter'and to Florence and Shelley to Mulkey Jr. realty notes show 40 acres and 169 acres with sums 200 to 700, payments recorded. Proof of labor filed for Henry Holcomb and B A Washburne on a Grub Atake mining claim in Gold Hill district. Notarial commission granted to Geo B Dorris as notary public for Oregon. Circuit Court action by George Molth as administrator seeking foreclosure and other cases, including Ambrose Denser vower on Eugene laundry contract for 300. Probate filings for Horace Minor and James M Chapin estates with inventories and final accounts approved.
The old Lave county courthouse has been remodeled into a lodging house. Well lighted rooms with new bedding and furniture. All outkids rooms and no danger from fire. Spaces available by day or week. Located at back of the new courthouse, one block away. Ep Howa.
An ad promotes Francis pure brandies for liver and kidney ailments and cold remedies. It offers apple or pear brandy at 70 cents per quart or two fifty per gallon, with prompt shipping and safe boxing. Made and sold to consumers only from a Eugene address.
One of the choicest residences in Eugene on Willamette street offered by Calon T N Seger of Hotel Eugene. For further particulars inquire at the hotel or with the listing contact.
At Ashland on Friday evening stockholders discussed expanding drilling operations and raising $1000 by selling stock. E V Carter and DOB Grant were appointed to committees to solicit funds. Carter quickly pledged $60. Grant postponed further effort until after the next payday.
The record lists numerous workers and payments for breakwater, crusher, and road projects. Names include M Booney, Miller, Spores, Bounett, Inman, Loughmiller, Olen, Shaub, Keopke, Forrest, Hailey York, Pryor, Barker, Morkel, McCullum, Maxwell, Collins, Lyons, Powler, Loomie, Harvey, Evans, Emmons, Chandler, Bouonett, Cox, Russell, Rhodes, Rath, Donaldson, Wells, Edmiesteen, Price, Caruthers, McMahon, Beever, Hastings, Webber, Tucker, Komp, Latman, Hill, Elliott, Holisud, Yancoey, Goodenow, Allivon, Chappel, Emmons, Loomis, Armitage, Wolf, Gay, Spores, Platt, Barnett, Zaumwalt, Patton, Parkerson. Officers of Kiwi Mountain Circle Ladies of A K elected and delegates named for Astoria encampment.
Chicago detectives investigated a Brown & Co. alarm bluff. Eight officers pursued a false alarm, only to confront a new manager who berated them before being exposed as Slinky, a known con artist, and led away for questioning. The episode ends with the real manager Barton confirming the ruse.
A list shows several individuals presumed dead or missing, including Sun W Rep nett Mrs Jonphire Bradley Prof Theol Brogeer Mrs Josie Castile Mrs Minnie Cox G W Farlow JH Hill Mrs BM Jodkips Breve Landsers Hattie Moore WU New men J Owen Wm Wond with notes indicating status remains uncertain.
Roberts Bros begin painting a few signs on the front of their cigar store to refresh the storefront. The work emphasizes branding and visibility for customers approaching the shop.
A narrator recalls a Damascus encounter with a veiled beauty from a jewel merchant’s shop. A secret garden meeting ends with a perilous escape as four enslaved women bear a corpse-like burden toward the river before disappearance. The episode fuels his fever dream and a warning of dangerous passions.
Creswell correspondent reports Friday an accident on school grounds when Johnny Balnbrige was thrown during play and broke his collarbone. Dr Scarbrough treated him with muslin and sent him home.
The Deemen tract west of Eugene was sold Friday for 3500 dollars. W T Carroll and G V Heaton purchased the acres through U & Farrow's real estate agency in a private transaction.
The champion prizefighter aims to extend his stay at the top by enjoying the benefits of fame and salaries while avoiding a later bout that could end his career. A life of steady pay beats risking retirement as a faded figure.
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