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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1903
Page
5
A scattered column blends oblique notices about long-lived Canadians, Oregon legislators and local finance, a high school bond vote, church shifts, and a dynamite incident. It mentions Astoria figures, a Chinese lottery prize, and local graft fears with multiple abrupt transitions and damaged phrasing.
A described incident early yesterday involved a group attempting a perfect getaway for about $10,000. They had tracks visible in the snow, but officers pursued and captured them. The report names Lissel as a participant and notes the pursuit occurred in cold conditions.
The Catholic Church denounces rising divorce mills across the United States as a social scourge eroding family life. Cardinal Gibbons condemns divorces as destructive, noting states like South Dakota allow divorce on brief stays. He warns few evils surpass marriage breakdown and навіть cites pet fighting as a worst marital distraction.
Of the nine hundred loge valued at nearly ten thousand dollars, that escaped from a Portland sawmill during the treshet, all but fifty have been recovered.
Fragmentary weather notes describe snowdrifts and gale winds shutting lines and telephones, causing business disruption. Reports indicate late or no rain and heavy stock losses as the Middle West endures damaged infrastructure and transport interruptions impacting commerce.
The text mocks two fighters named Jim Corbett and Jim Jeffries claiming they wage a verbal battle to squeeze cash from the public, portraying the dispute as idle and businesslike rather than athletic competition.
Rumors spread in Salem each morning before the bell as residents discuss possible changes surrounding a United States senator race. The chatter aims to lift spirits and influence public opinion, though no concrete actions occur.
The fragment suggests Dr Coarlee Parkluret will publish ideas in a New York newspaper and face censorship when his paper is released. It questions whether the press will withstand scrutiny or be restrained, implying tension between publication and control.
Goshen area reports a flood toll with 102 sheep lost and 40 head from E M Streeter. The community notes illness, real estate trading, road repairs after floods, and a growing school with Ferrie and Corthrae as teachers. Coal discovery rumors stir interest while many residents travel or visit relatives locally.
James Reodolph Freeman infant son of Mr and Mrs John Freeman died in Franklin Or on February 2 1908. The remains were interred in Franklin cemetery on February 5 with a large company of sympathizing friends and neighbors in attendance.
Report from the county seat says Lane County's sheriff was seriously shot during an attempted arrest of a thief in the western area. The shooter was Ellis Lyons of Walton, a former deputy and penitentiary convict. The bullet hit the neck, near the spinal column, and the sheriff was alive when the medic left the scene.
The county commissioners court met at the courthouse with Judge H R B Kinesid and commissioners J R Hill and H D Edwards present. Only routine business was discussed and few outside-bridge complaints were heard as high water damage was assessed as likely lower than initial estimates.
Bargain listing from Wilagiett Valley Land Co at 504 Willamette Street offers a fine residence perched on the southeast corner of Weat Nioto and Charnelton streets. Contact Wilagiett Valley Land Co for details and terms.
The readable portion is insufficient to determine a clear news item or entities and no verifiable details are present to create a factual T S pair.
A roadster weighing 1100 pounds is reported missing from E'mira with a promise of a reward for the return or information leading to recovery.
A list of uncalled letters at the Eugene Oregon post office dated February 5 1003. Names include Bower DC Keedle HV Baxter Mra AM Carey Mint Minnie-2 Campell TM Campion Mrs WWittle Coffman Mok j-2 Davis Vina Kohler Rose Martin Mies Nelile Romine John W Builth Clee Sanderson A Sanders Geriruds Taylor EO Thorne Henry Thompson C W Choma Mra M J Waeghtel Mra Sarah Warren B F-2 Webs Francia White Misa Myrtle Wheo and P M McCornackr P M. Call or inquire as advertised.
A son was born to Mr and Mrs Arlando Rowland Beattie of Washington Green Lake on Monday February 2, 1903. The birth adds a new member to the local family and community.
In a great wood country of the West, Southern California crude oil proves cheaper for some uses. Steamboats on the Columbia River find oil economical compared with wood, though frequent long stops for wood intake and handling wear boats. Oil arrives by tank cars or ships up the coast and is loaded and unloaded by gravity on the steamers.
A peculiar note explains that when ore is sounded it prompts thoughts of insurance. The Oregon Fire Relief Association offers safer, cheaper coverage at about one half the rate of stock companies. It reports $13,900,000 in force with Adidrees 8 K George, Eugene, Ore, agent for Laue county.
A California representative from San Francisco urged support for a young vigorous man to serve 20 years in Washington, claiming the long tenure would yield influence. He voiced this at a political gathering and then voted for Lawrence Harris, showing bold conviction.
The firm announces a change to cash sales only from February 4 under new management. Credit sales will end and all debts must be settled by February 7. Affected customers are asked to promptly clear balances with Meccanrite Co.
Residents complain as city treasurer handles funds via vague methods. Reportedly he holds an eight thousand dollar bond and a one hundred dollar yearly salary while performing clerical tasks. Authors note low risk of errors given careful handling of money.
An old advertisement lists No 8 steel traps at 40 cents each and $4.50, No 4 steel traps at 50 cents each and $6.50, Wolf traps at $2.00 each, and rear traps at $6.40 each. It urges readers to "Reine o your furs" and shop with ARKER CON Wonnas at 53 East Ninth Street, Borene, Or.
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