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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1903
Page
2
A North Yakima dispatch notes hop sales at twenty seven cents a pound and a three year contract with the county clerk for thirty thousand pounds yearly at thirteen cents. The gap implies a profit of seventeen cents per pound for the grower this year, vs the contract price, leading to large per acre differences and a potentially disastrous outcome for contract growers.
President Roosevelt’s habit of trying to shape pending legislation draws a rebuke from Senator Hoar of Massachusetts. He notes the president should act after laws pass, unless using constitutional privilege to address Congress by message. The habit interrupts the lawmaking process and unsettles those tasked with legislating.
Yreka California miners and town residents hunted for gold along Miner and Gold streets after a heavy weekend flood. Men and boys with shovels and pans scoured gravel from Yreka Creek and Yreka Flat, finding gold dust and nuggets washed from old diggings. The report notes gold in the creek and nearby flats may be accessible with better mining methods despite beliefs the ground was exhausted.
The governor names Professor F. G. Young of the University of Oregon to lead the Lewis and Clark Commission praising his intelligence dignity and usefulness for the state.
In a Saturday joint session, two Multnomah members cast votes for men with C W prefixes, implying support for Fulton the leading candidate. The move raised questions about voting intent and party alignment in the crowded chamber.
A report notes Woodmen refuse to spare the Spy Oak said to be the largest tree in New York date. The article recalls the tree’s historical ties to revolutionary days and deserters, describing its aging trunk as weakened and dangerous to travel near. It questions whether the road should be rerouted to let the historic tree end naturally.
Roseburg Review reports the man killed by cars on the Calapooia trestle near Oakland two weeks ago is identified as K James, who was released after a forgery case in Myrtle Creek. He claimed relatives in Ridg and used the name Martin when paying liquor debts. No proof to contradict the finding exists as the body remains in state.
A Telegram staff correspondent reports Governor Chamberlain remains approachable and democratic in private as he was in public life. He recalls telling farmers they could put their feet on the table, a line that still elicits smiles, though none have tried it yet.
A veterinary surgeon who sued Robert Bonner’s estate claims twenty three years of care without pay. The piece urges scrutiny of estate claims saying many balances survive only by sealed lips of death. It notes a colder morning and London report that King Edward cancelled a date due to a feverish cold, hinting age affecting the King.
Speech from a Venezuelan envoy praises Britain and Germany at a Peace Congress and questions French claims. It argues that if nations lack honor, Venezuela may seize Trinidad and nearby lands with unfriendly powers’ consent to ensure tranquility, citing past expeditions and bloodshed. It also notes Morocco’s sultan securing loyalty through traditional tactics.
The Waldorf Astoria in New York, long a famed hotel, records a rare birth within its walls last week, a notable event given its years of occupancy and absence of such an occurrence.
Parker in a quandary asks why he seems worried. He wrote two notes one to his broker asking if he was duped and another to Miss Golding asking if he would be hers. While dining he received a call and cannot tell which note prompted it.
Lorenzo Jackson is mistaken for a man who once lived in the town and shot at him in self defense. A chain of recognitions unfolds as a hotel landlord, a widow, a lawyer, a tailor, and a shoemaker confirm the unlikely resemblance and eventual recovery of identity, ending with Jackson returning home after a decadeslong double misidentification. The tale tests memory, appearance, and the town’s curiosity about a man who may be Jackson or a stranger in disguise.
Escaped consumption fate after doctor said all help was gone. Haggies from Melbourne writes of being urged to try the new medicine. A free bottle offer and trials helped him recover, with his life saved by Dr King's New Discovery. Crowd of testimonials praises relief from throat and lung ailments.
Special correspondence from Salem reports a heated discussion over a hop inspector bill. The house passed a substitute naming the governor and top officials to appoint the inspector, while objections cited political influence. The bill, backed by a Republican majority, is expected to reach the senate and become law. A baby born to Senator Mulkey and wife is noted.
Ira Miller recalls a dramatic afternoon at Cand en cabin on Blue River mines when a mountain snow slide lifted the cabin from its foundation and hurled it down the slope. He was thrown twenty five feet, buried briefly, and emerged with a scratch, calling his escape miraculous as ten feet of snow covered the area.
Lane County Superintendent W M Milner announces state and county teacher examinations at Eugene courthouse from February 11 to 14 for state papers and February 11 to 13 for county papers. Subjects include penmanship, history, arithmetic, teaching theory, grammar, geography, physiology, civics, and more with grade certificates available.
Fifteen marriage licenses were issued in January by County Clerk EU Lee, with eighteen in the prior month and fourteen in January 1902. The list includes pairs such as Sitevele and Lala Zimmmerman, D Daceman and Flora K Ranof, Fred L Parmenter and Cora May Lajoie, and others with dates ranging from January 3 to January 14, listing both partners.
Sealed bids due March 1 1903 for 45 cords white esk grub wood 4 feet long minimum 3 inch diameter at small end and not larger than inches at large end 40 cords white oak grub wood 4 feet long 2 inch minimum diameter at small end not larger than 6 inches at large end 85 cords old growth fir wood 4 feet long to be delivered to Eu gene s school houses by August 15 1903 bid rejection right reserved bond required for faithful performance January 22 1903 Frank ReIsNex Clerk Lane County Oregon
A new tanning process using asbestos in the leather claims to resist fire water and steam. Gloves made from this leather are said to wear longer and be more valuable than common leather. The ad lists various glove prices and invites customers to inspect at Baker Gus Wouxs in Eugene Oregon and offers mail orders.
Subset of the em peror of Germany and other names appear in a declaration of intention to become a U S citizen. Probate matters include the estate of John Covel and a will probated with probable values around 88000. John Ingham and others appointed as executors and appraisers. bonds and appointments listed.
Fragmented OCR text hints at a storage facility issue with items like hops wood grain and merchandise. No clear event dates or named entities emerge. The readable portion suggests a public warehouse matter and possible requests or quotes amid storage concerns.
Notice states the firm Hayward and Abshire dissolves today. All accounts prior to January 14 will be settled by Abeuire. The document lists Maywaku and Amhio as partners in the dissolution with dated signatures.
Saginaw mills report snow disruption. William Tate and W E Gillette lose several head of young cattle in the past month. Wm Mooney plans to ship geese to Portland soon. Mr Haines of Bagioaw visits with A B Addington. Mrs Dradle Woods guests of her uncle and Mrs P Jacobe of Eugene. Prof A P McKingey teaching at Lost Valley schoolhouse. Two coyotes seen near Mr Jacobs oats. Sanford Jasons wounded one though Miss Blanche A relatives in Eugene marry. bride’s goes to Jacobs. Mathews of June LE Mathews and Miss Pavia Cerier attend Sunday events. Elder Transaxery operating, Anheny Creek mill daily lumber output increasing.
A fine horse was brought to Hangs tables Saturday by Marion Keen for the famous Indian farm Prighe 3499 pay a sod carries $08 Orann Wie and nam Petiee. uteeder.
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