Fortnightly Club event and social week notes
A busy week at the Fortnightly Club featured an illustrated talk on Strassburg by Professor T. Cloran, with a reception hosted at the club rooms. Numerous gatherings followed including card afternoons at the rectory, whist parties, and social afternoons hosted by Mrs. Hammond, Mrs. Bingham, and others, with prizes awarded and many guests from Eugene and surrounding areas attending multiple events.
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Nwbbrary
van Seoy
T. Cloran
Jessie Calkins
Frances Young
Jeane van Savy
McClain
C. D. Emmons
FP. K. Hammond
McGladry
M. I. York
Prank Page
Loomie
L. Tidball
G. W. Smith
Martin
Geo. McMurran
Hughes
J. T. Campbell
Bryson
T. B. Luckey
P. Morse
Albert Gelser
Herrick
Zelber
Aka. Hobbs
J. H. Bingham
M. J. Duryea
H. Trump
John Encey
Elizabeth Stone
William Boughton
Mise Netta Kress
Mra
Hammond
H. Tromp
H. G. Keeney
J. K. Pratt
Wm. Preston
M. EB. Watton
P. EB. Snodgrans
Idaho Campbell
de Lucca
Fuller
Helen Duff
Geo. Lilley
Lee Travia
J. W. Hobbs
Bingham
Snodgrass
Stone
Portland
Gee, Yoran
W. M. Yoran
Hobbs
Lane County School Exhibit to Join County Fair
An exhibit of Lane county schools will feature at the county fair next fall with prizes and essays. The County Fair association votes to include all districts and villages, forming a 25 member board to govern the program. Prizes in two classes A and B will reward pupils under twelve and over, stimulating healthy local rivalry.
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Lane County
County Fair Association
Commercial Club
Euechoola
Eugene
Dillard
Portland ladies honor notable afternoon workers
Geo. McMorran and others were praised for best and greatest work during the afternoon. Refreshments were served by Mrs. Hard and her daughter. Present were Mrs. C. S. Freeland, Mrs. W. W. Calkins, Mrs. Luckey and others.
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H. E. Morris
Winifred
Mrs. Morris
Mire
Vera Homer
Thelma Metevil
Katherine Metcalf
Elsie McMurphey
Ja McMaurphey
Mabel Armitage
Ethelh Armiteco
Helen Bristow
Thelma Stanley
Eloise Gil
Lloyd Bellman
Adah Allen
Myrtle Kaya
Kate Henderson
Eva Allen
Winnie Cockerline
Winifred Madler
Emma Travis
Bellman
Myrtle Kays
Old Society of the Methods Chorelh
Gilbert
Sixth Street
Olive and
Charveston
Geo. McMorran
F. W. Prentice
Frank Gilstrap
Lee Travis
Littlefield
Wm. Poldora
Darwin Bristow
J. . Tidball
Elizabeth Stone
Portland
Geo. Smith
Tom Luckey
Laura Harris
Moree
P. Patterson
Wm. Gordon
Hard
Frane Lucille Hard
Thore
C. 8. Freeland
W. W. Calkins
Two Lives Lost In Street Car Crash At Clifton Avenue
Cincinnati January thirtieth report says a street car with thirty seven passengers jumped the rails on Clifton Avenue and plunged down a steep embankment. Dozens were injured and Motorman Mulligan died later the same day. Pope, a former army medal recipient, helped arrest the car and aid Mulligan in the crash effort.
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Cincinnati
College Mil
Clifton Avenue
J. EB. Mulligan
Coles
Letogivou Pogy
Pope
Mulligan
Bond to Represent Oregon at Corvallis
Jeore M Bond won the Intercollegiate Oratorical Contest defeating five rivals and will represent the University in March at Corvallis against nine colleges. His oration titled The Whites Flower of a Phramelesm Life. Benjamin Williams took second and W C Nicholes third, with judges split in grading but not reaching The Judaes on composition.
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Jeore M
Bond
Corvallia
Clase
Washington
Benjamin Williams
W. C. Nicholes
Hoth
Madrid reports deny major earthquake and tsunami
Special dispatches from Madrid say there is no truth to London reports of a serious earthquake and tidal wave in Southern Spain and Barcelona. Minor shocks were felt in Toona Tolona and Olias, causing panic but no major damage. communication with Spain is interrupted.
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London
Reuters
Madrid
Spain
Barcelona
Toona
Moreia
Oljias
Tolona
Olias
Sicily
Italy
Judge lineups noted in local court item
Judge L T Harris and Ray W Goodrich with Fred Fisk appear in a courtroom listing while Judge A Wintermeier and A C Wook cock with Ray W odrteh are named in the alternate panel.
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L. T. Harris
Ray W. Goodrich
Fred Fisk
A. Wintermeier
A. C. Wookcock
Ray W Odrteh
Fads and Fashions Show Directoire Gowns Fading
New York reports the directoire style may fade as Paris buyers shift to gowns with waistlines. Editors note that many women will not suit the latest silhouette, while accessories and draped fabrics remain in fashion. Elegant materials including mousseline, silks with gold threads, and flowered patterns dominate as spring and summer styles preview.
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New York
York
Paris
Directoire
Copenhagen
Dressing Sack for Women Introduces Versatile Garment
A vintage guide describes dressing sacks as multi use garments with necklines and sleeves options. It notes crepe de chine and silk fabrics, trimming with silk cords, and lining or corset cover wear beneath for better fit. Sizes range from 32 to 44 inches bust, with yardage estimates for materials.
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Chittia
Embroideries and Silks Set Winter Dress Trends
Florence Fairbanks notes daily wear favors heavy silks and corded velvet appliques. Color coordination dominates trimming choices with satin gowns and sheer robes requiring careful harmony to avoid clashes. Fine mesh veilings, chantilly nets, and Russian square mesh veils trend, while dotted effects suit decisive coloring.
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Chantilly
Florence Fairbanks
Born To Mr and Mrs John Lynch A Daughter
Junction City News reports the birth of a daughter to Mr and Mrs John Lynch on January 27 1909. Also notes Mrs William Pitney’s recovery from serious illness and the death of John Quinn aged about 80 at Edward Bailey’s residence with burial in Odd Fellows cemetery. Edward Balfley buys a 33 foot lot on the Avenue from C F Hurlburt as Swartz and Keck transfer property through the Odd Fellows to Hurlburt and plans a model store building with Batley joining to erect a double building next spring.
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John Lynch
Wm. Pitney
John Quinn
Edward Bailey
Odd Fellows Cemetery
Quinn
Edward Balfley
C. F. Hurlburt
Odd Fellows
Swartz & Keck
Mr. Hurlburt
van Kranken
Mr. Batley
Social queens run Pasadena hotels for charity day
Pasadena society women operated the Maryland Hotel for a day on January 30, with all staff on vacation. debutantes served ice water and performed bellhop duties while mothers oversaw every department to ensure guest comforts. The event supported charity but drew attention to exclusive circles in Pasadena.
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Pasadena
Cal
Maryland
Chami
Ena
Hota
Gilliam County Man Remains On Business Trip Weeks Later
A Gilliam County resident, M. Sloan, continues a business trip that keeps him away from home for several days. Local authorities report he has not been reachable since departing. Community members await further updates on his status and plans to resume normal activities.
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