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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1902
Page
6
A telegraph report shows U.S. railways earned about 3100 per mile for the year to June 30. Some lines lose, many pay huge dividends. countywide valuation suggests 30000 per mile with about ten percent net. The piece argues big eastern and midwestern lines fund high dividends, urging strict government supervision of railroads as public utilities.
Chinese lottery proprietors in Portland are under police scrutiny over duplicated tickets sold while keeping a copy. Authorities reportedly destroyed records, signaling an ongoing investigation into illicit betting practices and possible collusion with law enforcement.
The passage warns that lottery proprietors may misuse tickets when questioned for authenticity, as gamblers and roughs of Chinese origin are said to be skilled with hatchets. The piece implies risk of violence or even death if authorities doubt winning tickets.
Prime Minister Balfour has concluded that Great Britain is technically at war with Venezuela. He would be happy if the Monroe doctrine ban could be removed. There would be no technical warfare then, just powder and ball. Venezuela might end its national existence via annexation to a European conqueror.
The claim that tariffs cut steel rail prices is misleading as the price fall was driven by the introduction of the Bessemer process which lowered production costs. Innovation, not tariffs, reduced costs.
Several Peruvian officers offer their services to Venezucia if trouble arises, contingent on obtaining private soldiers. The remark signals possible external involvement as tensions rise.
Germany demands more than a monetary settlement from Venezuela as a needed apology. If the issue were simply money, a settlement could be reached. the broader demand signals a protracted diplomatic dispute over acknowledgment and reparations.
A cautionary tale about neglected kidney disease ends in death, urging prompt action and presenting Dr. Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as a cure. The piece cites testimonials from Andrew J. Jennings and Mrs. Lucy Hayter and offers free urine analysis and medical literature, with private correspondence if ill.
Fashionable Washington society awaits the arrival of Sir Liang Chen the Chinese minister and his bride elect Nellie Yu who has lived in Paris. Her unbound feet enable greater social participation as a 60-strong retinue accompanies him and the legation nears completion.
A Eugene citizen argues the Water Company should adopt a public warning signal for freezing temperatures to protect those with pumps and exposed pipes. He contends such government-like oversight infringes on personal responsibility and private affairs.
The text accuses the government of serving powerful trusts, claiming it protects only corporate interests and bribes officials who run the nation for private gain. It portrays a manipulated system where those in power align with business elites to concentrate control.
The writer extols Dr Lorenz for his skill with young patients feet and likens public regard to biblical miracles. It notes American volunteers from Montana offering to defend Venezuela and warns of potential U S friction at the Hague amid international tensions.
Berlin advices report a woman swimming in a portable bath was bitten on the toe by an otter. The incident caused disappointment as the otter had refrained from further bathing.
Los Angeles reports 505 divorces this year against 2202 marriage licenses. Women constitute about ninety percent of cases with desertion and failure to support cited as main grounds.
A well connected white man sat beside a Chinaman in the Portland police court yesterday, both charged with opium smoking. The scene underscored the controversial claim that vice in the city crosses social and racial lines.
In a Georgia case a parent was not compelled to administer medicine to a sick child. The decision implies a patient or Christian Science approach may be used, or none, with fatal consequences. The text laments neglect and questions the responsibility of guardians in child care.
Two cover lots on the left near the old trees railway are offered for use. They slope gently toward the street corner and town, rising about twenty feet above business level, with easy access across several blocks. First purchase in Atherton's College Hill addition, across from the plank walk end near College Hill.
Fragmentary prompt describes a writer perceiving a bird and a horror involving a snake. Mentions Adae and Kye and an attempted or altered paradise through some emotional or endless torment. Details are severely obscured and names may be corrupted.
Uproarious sale style notice describes clean new beds at the Court house Lodging House for two cents, with quiet rooms and no in-house cooking except for family, no pets, painted floors and rugs. Located behind and on the same block as the courthouse with transparency beds from Day & Hendersen of the GUARD office corner.
Fresh dairy cows offered with and without calves in Noti Valley fifteen miles west of Eugene. Red and Joan Durham term of sale cash. Call PREPHENS Havas Crow Oregon or at home for details.
A historic ad promises a rapid cold cure with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. Each box bears E W Grove's signature and offers a refund if it fails. The notice reflects early 20th century drug marketing and guarantees.
Albany aims to establish a soap factory as discussions progress. Koveburg hosts a poultry show while Roissors markets pocket knives noted for quality at Chambers. A masquerade is set for New Year’s, with plans for a public function and celebration.
A private seller advertises city lots for sale starting at 40 dollars, no agents involved, urging quick contact as properties are moving fast. Some lots may be exchanged for timber lands. location and exact terms are not fully clear.
Saved at Grave's Brink recounts long illness from indigestion and dyspepsia and credits Electric Bitters with dramatic recovery. He reports gaining 35 pounds and renewed appetite. Store price listed as 800 at W L DeLano's drug store.
A few good second-hand bicycles are offered cheaply at Chambers' Hardware. The Booth-Kelly Company's new mill at Springfield is rapidly approaching completion with machinery mostly in place and plans to commence cutting around the start of the year.
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