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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1908
Page
2
Riverside California authorities report a construction train from Sharpe and Hauer Construction Co derailed near the Santa Fe line. The engineer and two workers were injured in the accident, with emergency crews responding promptly at the scene.
Firefighters were injured and one person died in an explosion of a gasoline tank affecting a Chicago area scene today. Injuries and fatality were reported as crews battled the blaze and secured the site.
The government committee today voted to recommend an appropriation to build two battleships, replacing four as suggested by the Navy Department and urged by the President. The action follows debates on defense spending and maritime strength.
Two tublet meats were returned by the species grand jiry investiont. The front pan felt to annonder the indictment werd sealint the map whe ta now coulne acrim the ocean. A thene bofiter, Mesh producer, Brlogy PenTth and hepplacas into the eer. Hollteter's ey Sfom ate Ty haa dene for miles. Linn Drug Comput. Ed Witherd was brought down from Cottage Grove today by Warren Mofarterd and placed In the Gon err jernital. He is suffering from poralyai
A letter from J. W. Simmons, state deputy, refutes reports of a rate increase at the Modern Woodmen Head Camp in Peoria Illinois. He urges Oregon members to disregard rumors and confirms no change in rates is planned. The notice notes related real estate and local election details and includes a drugstore Rocky Mountain Tea promotion.
The Eugene Commercial Club urges Congress to deepen the Siuslaw river bar to boost shipping and lumber shipments. The resolutions claim government jetty work worsened depth, threaten western Lane County trade, and note vast timber holdings and future agricultural land. A copy is to be sent to all U S representatives.
In a thrilling Salem high school game, Salem edged Eugene 29 to 22 after a tied 19 19 deadlock with five minutes left. Salem's late burst and strong defense sealed the upset as Eugene stars G Watson Cockerline and Bean stood out for Eugene and Minton and Farmer contributed for Salem.
Cement contractor T. M. Ellis has ordered a pressed brick making machine for his cement block plant here. He plans to produce higher quality cement bricks for local building projects, including the new L. G. He block on East Ninth Street.
Mr. Ellis, active in Eugene for two years, manufactures and sells cement blocks used for residence foundations. He sends materials to Portland to meet demand and specializes in laying cement walks along with other cement work.
T H Comte general agent of Eilers Piano House arrives to close out the Eugene stock as the firm concentrates on wholesale and larger centers. Local manager S Stevens and L G Hulin plan to start a new music business in the vacated building, likely strengthening the region’s music trade.
Ellige Wilhelm, jailed on a Lake County theft warrant, seeks to prove innocence at trial. His father reports a buy from James Lane for 40 dollars with 20 paid and horse left at a sawmill, while Lane retains the horse. Wilhelm says he may have traded that horse away, and the original horse was later recovered by Lane.
A forenoon runaway from Nye's delivery team started near Fairmount and sped down town toward Olive. It collided with M A Stewart's milk wagon in front of Rev P K Hammond's residence near the Episcopal church. The wagon overturned spilling milk cans and broken bottles. The Nye team and the milk wagon team were captured soon after the crash.
Petition circuits report ready for filing with the proper signatures. Hlgor interests prepared the petitions and have them in the hands of circulators who already have many signatures and expect to reach the required number.
Mrs H Ol Gibba extends sincere thanks to friends for loyal support in her successful Los Angeles chaperone trip campaign. She says the victory was due entirely to their backing and plans to publicly express appreciation.
Mrs. E. D. Charles of Harbor Maine calls Electric Bitters a neighborhood favorite with quick relief for repegaia liter complaint kidney derangements malnutrition nervous heat weakness and general debility. The tonic is praised as a spring medicine and purifier sold by W A Kuykendall's drug store.
The Commercial Club will run an excursion from Cottage Grove and from Junction and Springfield to Eugene on that day. The event promises a lively outing with residents from multiple areas traveling to Eugene for the Monday活动.
Late last night Secretary Jones of the Cottage Grove Commercial Club announced that sixty to seventy club members will arrive on the 11:45 train next Monday to visit the town and meet local officials.
At the Commercial Club meeting arrangements were made to host Cottage Grove visitors on Monday February 17 and invite Springfield and Junction City businessmen to Eugene. A special train will run to Springfield February 14 and multiple committees were named for excursions, delegates, love feast, and events.
Mrs. Junettia A. Bainbridge filed for divorce from William H. Bainbridge in Brown County Nebraska. She cites marriage in 1885 and desertion on April 20, 1906. The couple has seven children aged 19 months to 20 years. She seeks custody, $10 monthly alimony, and $25 expenses.
Last Saturday evening February 5 friends on High street surprised John Ingham as he prepared for bed for his 65th birthday. Guests included Mr and Mrs Crum, Mr and Mrs Price, Mr and Mrs Plank, Mrs Wheeler, Miss Lena Stewart, E F Chapman, Miss Mintle Chapman, Miss EF Plank, Mrs Pryor, Mrs Blutne, Mrs Nettle Krouse, Miss Noscue Krowse, and Mr and Mrs Johnngham. The gathering featured music and chatter, ending with a large banquet at 10 o'clock before guests departed at 11.
George Moore of Grimestand North Carolina touts Dr King's New Discovery as a miracle for coughs and colds. He says after using a dozen bottles he recovered from a severe illness and became well and happy again. Trial bottles offered at W A Kuykendall's drug store.
A fragmented poem fragment notes two hundred fair days and varying precipitation with raindrops and snow. It contrasts a year in Eugeny Lane with California where other pieces hint at different rain patterns.
Special Correspondence from Lowel reports 16 year old Eli g Wilhelm son of David Wilhelm of Hezeldell arrested by Harry Graham for horse theft. The boy, who earned a few dimes, rode east to Easter Oregon then returned with a horse. Rumors spread in Silver Lake but authorities say the animal near Dexter will be recovered. He is in the county jail awaiting transfer by Lakeview deputy.
Charleston February report states the senate will conduct a thorough inquiry into claims that liquor interests supplied 150 050 to defeat a proposed prohibition amendment. The inquiry follows a recent senate committee briefing and involves key lawmakers and lobby groups.
Senator Foraker declared Roosevelt was aging and exerting patronage to influence Taft's nomination, signaling intra party pressure and potential shifts in the 1909 political contest.
Bidding for two story brick buildings on Willamette Street near completion. J R Chexem of Springfield had the lowest bid among four other bidders. The contract price is over 7000 with about 1500 between lowest and highest. signing expected in 2-3 days.
The clause lists death notices for Christina Kaun and Benjamin, detailing ages, birthplaces, migration, spouses, children, and funeral arrangements. It notes Christina’s death on February 16 1908 and Benjamin’s on February 8 1963, with references to residences in Bugens and Lerage precinct, and burial related to the I. C. lodge in Lorane. It mentions surviving children and the vaguely described heirs.
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