Personal notes on travel and visits in Eugene area
Local society notices list J Pironi in Portland on the moon train, J Olson Creswell in the city on business, Mrs F W Osburn returning from Seattle, and many others visiting Eugene or traveling to Portland, Florence, Cottage Grove, and beyond. It notes university events, packing house plans, and electric railway ROW efforts along McKenzie River, with multiple residents and officials mentioned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Pironi
Portland
J. T. Olson
Creswell
Ity
F. W. Osburn
Seattle
B. Finnegan
F. Hurlburt
Junc- Bion City
Ethel Mudge
Chemawa
Cora Arnel
Fort Klamath
J. A. Youngreen
Springfield
Eugene
J. F. Safley
Florence
M. B. Lindt
Acme
Milroy Robovsky
Cottage Grove
M. L. Damewood
Harrisburg
Roy Puckett
Nation
E. Stevens
Points North
W. Co. Barbour
I. H. Bingham
James Abshire
Vancouver
Wash
J. C. Storey
W. W. Chessman
J. W. Zimmerman
A. T. Clark
Jus. S. M. Gammins
B. F. Scalese
DD. P. Sheridan
Walker
Whip
Wendling
M. P. Dommersnaes
Lincoln County
R. A. Booth
Tooncalla
James Johns
Pendleton
W. T. Emery
Umpqua Ferry
Douglas County
George Ruller
Lewis Pankey
Ashland
W. F. Reed
A. M. Landers
Salem
Ella Lambert
Amy Galbreath
Mamie Gilbert
Gaston
L. T. Harris
Toledo
Lida Garretson
Pocatello
Idaho
L. F. Jennings
Hillsboro
W. H. Kay
Noah Kaodes
Thurston
Ruth McCallum-Carter
Jack Rodman
Oregon
A. W. Ambrose
Rood River
S. M. Calkins
Frank Porter
Halsey
J. B. Hopkins
Mary Burness
Dalles
Harry Devereaux
University Mandolin Club
Myrtle Pease
Boys’ and Girls’ Aid Society
J. B. Wilhelm
Dexter
Thos. Gordon
Grants Pass
Virginia
Alf Walker
McKenzine River
Portland, Eugene & Eastern Electric Railway
Martin's Rapids
Springfield Man Arrested for Threatening Wife
Eli Murphy of Springfield was arrested last night by Constable Plank on a charge of threatening his wife with bodily harm. He was brought to Eugene and lodged in the county jail awaiting a late afternoon appearance before Judge Bryson of the justice court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eli Murphy
Springfield
Plank
Eugene
Judge Bryson
Justice Court
Federal aid demanded for Sluslaw project by Eugene group
A telegram from Oregon's Commercial club to all congressmen expresses intense disappointment over the omission of Sluslaw funding. It urges federal authority to keep faith with Eugene and Lane county as thousands of settlers move to the Willamette valley, with both sides expected to contribute to regional development.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oregon
Congress
Commercial Club
Sluslaw
Eugene
Lane County
Willamette Valley
Allen's Foot-Fase Powder Helps Shoes Comfort
When rubbers become necessary and shoes pinch Allen's Foot-Fase powder relieves aching, swollen feet and bunions. It dries moistness, eliminates odor, and eases wear in leather shoes during dancing, travel, or daily use. Prevents discomfort from rubbing and friction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen
Buniana
Nn Jones
Ladies Day Sparks Springfield Grange Meeting
On February 10 Thursday, Springfield Grange observed Ladies Day with all officers and program led by the ladies. The next meeting on February 1Ath will be Gentlemen’s Day with men handling duties from dinner to cleanup. Members Beavey Montgomery Kiser Ima 8 John Rhodes and others were initiated. The program featured song Grange address on county high school and industrial education, home economics reading, vocal solo, select reading, recitation, and essay on the greatest farm benefits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield Grange
John Beavey
Montgomery
Grace Kiser
Ima
John
Rhodes
Grange
E. FE. McBee
Mra. Stewart
Young
Ketchum
Eesay
Mra. Bertach
Weekly Market Report from Eugene and Portland Markets
The Eugene market lists eggs cheese wool poultry dairy butter fryers hens turkeys and various produce with prices per dozen per roll per pound and per cwt. Lemons oranges potatoes and onions are priced, alongside livestock values for cows steers veal mutton hogs and lambs. The Portland report notes signs of life and strength in the hop market with ongoing business after a period of activity earlier in the month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Voultry
Fass
Ste
Portland
Portland, Or
Captain Bartlett Eyes South Pole Hunt Mission
Captain R. A. Bartlett, commander of Peary’s ship Roosevelt on the polar expedition, has expressed willingness to join a hunt for the South Pole. The veteran explorer’s offer signals continued involvement in high latitude exploration and polar search efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peary
South Pole
R. A. Bartlett
Roosevelt
Market signals shift as dealers show disposition to operate
The report notes a cautious pickup with some dealers indicating willingness to buy. Alderman of Silverton sold 168 fuggies to Klaler Wolf & Netter at 22 cents, and John Carmichael purchased two lots in St. Paul district at 20 cents. Isaac Pincus & Sons bought several lots from growers at 560. London cables say a firmer market with improved demand, especially for the East, than last week. Pendleton Farmers Education and Cooperative Union awarded sacks contracts to Independent Grain Bag Company of Walla Walla. bid figures withheld to keep price private, though bids were reported to be lower than past payments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alderman
Silverton
Klaler, Wolf & Netter
John Carmichael
St. Paul
Isaac Pincus & Sons
London
East
Farmers’ Education and Co-opertive Union
Pendelton
Saya
Pendleton Tribune
Independent
Grain Bag Company
Walla Walla
Calhoun Named Minister to China by President
Prominent Chicago lawyer W. J. Calhoun was urged by President Roosevelt to accept the post of minister to China. A schoolmate of President Mellon’s era, Calhoun is noted for his influence in early 20th century politics and his involvement in key diplomatic discussions during the Taft era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calhoun
Pett Otter
Ching
Chicago
Poeedeat Meluiley
Tlm
Spaito
Roosevelt
Me Calhoun
Verneruvia
Tibet
Taft
Calton
Portland Market Sees Poultry Dip As Prices Fall
The report notes a 30 percent drop in binding twine prices and a softer poultry outlook with hens and chickens slightly lower, broilers and mixed lots down, while geese, turkeys, and ducks show limited activity. Pork remains firm, veal weaker, and canned corn prices expected to rise with a heavier upcoming pack.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland Livestock Market
Portland Union Stockyards
Stockdale
Portland Livestock Exchange
Portland
East
Middle West
Salem
Charles W Russell New United States Envoy to Persia
The report notes Charles W Russell as the new United States envoy to Persia and mentions Charles Worthesell as the newly appointed minister to Corvin. A Pastor H A Gren will preach at Junction City M B E church south on Sunday February 20 inviting all to attend. A petition to create a new school district from parts of districts 45 and 48 near Cottage Grove and Silk Creek has gathered over 300 signatures, potentially contracting Cottage Grove by about two miles westward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. A. Gren
M. BE
Junction City
Christ
Cottage Grove
Silk Creek
Livestock Price Sheet Reflects Wide Range Values
Daily market report lists cattle values by type including best steers at 5.45 and good steers at 5.70, medium 4.50, fancy heifers 4.00, ordinary cows around 4.25, stockers 8.10, and sheep with wethers 6.00 and ewes 5.25. Also notes poor cows near 3.00 and miscellaneous figures for mountains and regional categories.
Portland Market Quotations 1905 1909 Prices and Goods
Market notes list livestock wool hides mohair butter cheese chickens eggs and poultry prices by region including Portland Eastern Oregon and the valley. Highlights cover sheep wool prices beef hides mohair and dairy as well as producer and terminal track prices and miscellaneous commodities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oregon
Hutter
Ford
Portland
No Wonder She's Cross
The fragment describes a woman burdened by many petty cares and headaches and asks for family thoughtfulness and Lane's Family Medicine herb tea as a simple remedy. It notes the product as a general household remedy sold by all dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lane
Directions for Colle to Tors Contents of small bottle
Instructions describe preparing a remedy in a quart bottle with water and molasses, shaking well. Take about half at once and wait fifteen minutes to gauge effectiveness. If the dose is insufficient, a larger bottle should be prepared, with a note about a never falling remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colle
Perry Davia
Probate Notice for Oregon Estate Administration
The county probate court in Oregon has appointed MATA as administrator with will annexed of Therony A. Lekker. Creditors with claims must present them to the administrator with vouchers by the specified date, failing which they may be barred by law. Deadline given as the 224th day of November in the year indicated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of
Oregon
Zion Area Winter Hard on Cattle and Community Notes
Special correspondents report scarce hay and bad weather making a Sard winter for cattle around Zion. Local residents visit relatives, attend exams, and travel to nearby towns. Zion school has new seats and sickness has eased. Multiple trips to Eugene and Springfield. teachers and Woodmen participate in regional gatherings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ion
Zion
J. Carre
Mabel
O J. Lawrence
Badene Ward
Bille Parker
hUdres
Holbrook
Echool
Fe Huneaker
M. Herbert
Eugene
Mr. Lewis
Henry Mathews
Don Mathews
Goshen
Howe
Gialney Mathews
Mathews
Dexter
Henry Emlth
Springsfield
Health Coffee Substitution Ad Promises Great Value
An advertisement extols Dr Shoop's Health Coffee claiming large savings for grocers and a 1 percent pound pack yields about 100 cups of a satisfying table drink made from pure grain malt and nutrients. The copy emphasizes fullness of flavor and health benefits while urging wholesalers to stock the product.
Telegraph Work Crew Sets Eugene HQ During Wire Stringing
A crew of linemen works in thin lines stringing a wire for the Western Union Telegraph Company between Portland and San Francisco, traveling south and making Eugene their headquarters for an extended period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iinemen
Vielnly
Wesern Jason Telegraph Company
Portland
San Francisco
Eugene
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S. H. Friendly
Ladie
Panama
Willamette Street
C. A. Nash
Oregon City
P. T. Devereaux
John Jones
Portland Evening Telegram
University Assembly
Lloyd Bellman
San Pedro
Cal
Roseburg
Helena Hughes
Oregon University
Eity
Besaje Kidder
J. C. English
Eugene Fruit Growers’ Association
Dunn
Dorris
Southern Pacific
Eugene Loan and Savings Bank
Fae
Cline Dinst
W. J. Calhoun
China
New Timothy
Charles W. Russell
United States
Persia
Charles Worthesell
Hewly Ant
Corvin
Lac. Com
Tive
Hilcher
Train
Plowe and
Mar
Fort Si Walle
Shorts
Thatonm
Savi
Rel
Valentine
Central
Mary
Kiseie
Afomeatock
Thie Hure
Kimba
Headleyville School
Mise Ning Devdas
Eugene Oren Lilesle
Strauss ET A
Gommantif Waterdroof
Atiree Aa Boron USA
Chichester Spitts
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