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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1900
Page
3
The State press explains the apparent population drop in Eugene from 1890 to 1900 results. The 1890 tally covered precincts including outlying country areas, while 1900 counted strictly within city limits, masking substantial growth and new residences in Eugene during the decade.
A tale from last winter describes Senator Chandler of New Hampshire being approached by a young girl asking the cost of entering the Senate chamber. He points to Clark the Montana millionaire as the likely expert.
A traveler in Panco, Washington, displayed quick thinking when a highwayman ordered him to raise his hands. A wad of bills spilled from his pocket, and the bandit only managed to grab some loose change, leaving the traveler unharmed and unfazed.
The Congressional Record is cited to illustrate a shift from civil to military government. Nominations begin with army appointments including lieutenants and graduates from West Point, then staff and artillery promotions, volunteers, ending with civil posts. The piece asserts the civil branch is a small tail to a large military dog.
In Roseburg a heated dispute over Judge Lyons successor unfolds at the courthouse. Officials lament the loss of a top administrator as speculation swirls around party backing and a possible gubernatorial appointment. Potential Republican names include Buick Shupe Wright Thompson Perkins Applegate and ex-Judge Stearns. The $1000 yearly post faces a lively contest. In Salem, Mt McKinley era prices slip as wheat and hops fall two cents amid critique of promises kept.
A proposed centennial exposition in St Louis marks the 1803 Louisiana Purchase. aims for a grand amusement pavilion with exhibits from across the U S and abroad. Architect Alexander Munn has designed a 1000 foot statue of Liberty atop a large base housing theaters and restaurants, with observation decks at the summit.
Arizona advances toward statehood with a new state capitol built largely from local materials. The 20 acre park surrounds a fireproof granite and tufa structure costing 125000 at start with plans to reach 750000 including possible wings. Cape Cod forest fire cinders traveled 50 miles to Boston, igniting streets and harbor waters.
Erie columnist recalls Commodore Perry and the Battle of Lake Erie. The Niagara survives underwater near Erie. a 10,000 dollar congression proposal aims to raise and preserve the relic. Mary Sanders, rising actress, gains prominence after role in Lost River.
A Gouarh writer asks for views on what may be the most endlime sentence in English. He cites Genesis where God says Let there be light and there was light as unmatched for vastness and sublime conception in literature.
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