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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1903
Page
5
The Butte Miner backs a rule banning floor talk while in drafty attire and mocks Senator Sherlock urging him to remove pantalettes and petticoats to impersonate a man, reflecting heated discourse over decorum in the Montana legislature.
The sole survivor Samson Ludger arrived in New York recalling the 1902 St Pierre eruption that wiped out nearly thirty thousand. Locked in a dungeon at the prison, he heard screams and felt heat as lava and ashes overwhelmed the city. In a stone retreat he survived, later guiding rescuers with his terrifying account.
If the House acts without shame in removing a Missouri congressman by seven thousand votes, the debate centers on the receiver of stolen goods as it were and the implications for accountability in representation.
The note to Morgan about securing another railroad mirrors a neighbor buying another horse, implying Morgan keeps accumulating rail lines while the community views it with mild bemusement. The remark suggests Morgan’s growing collection as a local talking point and a fixture in everyday chatter.
The German bark Aleternixie will not leave her bones on the sande at the mouth of the Columbia River. With great luck she was hedged off, five cables and anchors used in the operation.
The Lenton observance starts today with forty days of penance and self denial. Church members proceed under varying private and communal practices as permitted by local conditions.
A Pennsylvania incident reports men attempting to thaw dynamite on a hot stove. The blast prevents burial as insufficient remains are found to justify the effort.
The powers doubt the willingness of Turkey’s ruler to accept reforms but foresee trouble in enforcing them. Once enforcement begins, vigorous action will be needed to push the Turkish leadership to treat Christian subjects as equals.
The Montana state senate joked the warden of their penitentiary, who sought an appropriation of twenty five thousand dollars for proper conduct of the institution, and had assurance of support from every senator.
A senator arrived to cast a vote and heard each colleague vote no as his name was read. He fled before the roll call ended, then the body reconsidered and passed the appropriation unanimously.
A New Orleans Mardi Gras parade drew notable guests on the reviewing stand including Adalrahe Schley Rivet of the French navy Mie Alice Roosevelt and Secretary Root's daughter and General Joseph Wheeler attracting attention.
Roseburg Oregon February reports that 27 Easteners who settled timber claims east of the city found Brownsville Oregon intruders had jumped their claims and entered cabins. Armed groups planned to reclaim by force when timber cruiser Thomas Schrader, who helped locate the last arrivals, remains unpaid.
The piece recounts Fulton the U S Senator’s early case in Astoria from 27 years ago about mule possession. Opponent Octavius Flavius Bell faced a young Fulton in a justice court with a three day trial and night sessions. Fulton’s oratory and quotes from his Ram On Facets led to a jury verdict in his favor.
Creswell on February 25 reports early gardens underway as fair weather signals a forward spring. Uncle John Morris suffers blood poisoning from a minor hand cut but is improving. The public school plans a basket social soon. All Creswell applications for teachers' certificates were successful, with James Scrivner cutting his hand near Cleverdale and receiving care from Dr. Scarborough.
Elmira records show a son born to the wife of Fred Yates and another son born to Mr and Mrs Trout. George Jordan is very low with consumption. The Elmira school plans to close next Monday with a spelling challenge for local youths. The Elmira band performed a concert on February 20. Ollie Nichola and Oscar Dunlap passed the Eighth grade exam on January 25.
Mrs Isabell Kaya of Lewistown Penn died February 3 at her home at a advanced age leaving seven children William and John both in Pennsylvania Pronk in Astoria Illinois J W in Eugene Oregon Mrs Thos J Scott Tyrone Pa Mrs W T Ketler Altoona Pa and Mrs J W Hooker Philadelphia The funeral is planned for Saturday February 28 at 2 PM
To Mr sod Mre Qouaries Wiltee son reads as a formal note dated February 9 1908 and addressed to Fairmount. The fragmentary text names a recipient and a date without clear context or outcome.
A fragment notes a beet recipe or remedy linked to meterie and tasteless chili with references to Tron and Quinine and a no cure no pay claim, suggesting medical or patent medicine language. The text presents vague medical claims and price phrases without clear events or outcomes.
Courthouse notices record transfers of property in Eugene Coburg and nearby areas including Elleworths addition and tp parcels. Probate items list estate of Mary F Winn and guardianship matters, plus a stray red yearling steer notice and an adoption of Gladys Slater renamed Gladys Hodges.
Governor Chamberlain vetoed Senate bill 2044, halting a land graft plan that would have cost the state 8.5 million. He said the measure appeared harmless but failed under detailed scrutiny. The veto included a careful explanatory note to the senate.
Goshen February 26 J H Hamilton S P Co section foreman here is to be promoted to a similar post at Salem. The appointment follows his prompt action in signaling an approaching overland to stop after eight minutes delay between Cottage Grove and Goshen. Passengers narrowly escaped death that morning.
Dallas Oregon February 4 Al Teal son of county commissioner J B Teal sold his timber claim for 7000 It is said J B Teal who owns saw mill interests in the same area has sold out for a large sum and will retire from business The tract was improved valley land valued at 843 75 per acre Though praised as an excellent timber tract it is not the most valuable in the region
Daily Guard reports Sam Harrier fractured leg after an obstreperous mule at Mid dl Fork. De Atwood treated the injury and Melis is cared for at Wilson White residence on Far Eighth street. Leg swelling has halved. mule was 30 years old and unused for 20 years.
The 12 year old son of Joe Tillman of Coburg lost a leg above the knee after an accident. Dr Kaykendall, assisted by Dr Jarnigan, performed the operation which was successful and saved the boy's life.
An 1899 style medical ad from Fogene dated February 95 199% targets the wife of Micharl Wald and promotes Laxstive Bromo Quinine Tiblets claiming a quick cold cure with no remedy no pay. The copy uses archaic spellings and marketing language common to patent medicine ads.
Bert Geriver, an ex-paxilist, attempted to pass a worthless check at Hancon's clothing store and fled with seven dollars’ worth of goods. He was arrested at the depot by Officer Crozier on a petty larceny charge and held for a higher charge after three pictures were found on him. He also tried to pass another worthless check on W M Renshaw and pocketed a jock strap during a later sale. The case was postponed with possible dismissal to pursue a more serious charge.
Miss Mabel Fuller of this city married Mr Parks Shoff of San Jose at the home of Mrs Ben Sill 2104 Eighteenth street Bakersfield. Judge Millard officiated a small ceremony followed by a reception. The couple left last night on the Owl for San Jose.
Word reached Roseburg today of the sudden death of Daniel H Bement a well known timber locator and cruiser. He expired unexpectedly last Monday evening while in the company of timber men at a farm residence near Peel possibly from heart trouble. He leaves a widow in Roseburg his father and mother a sister and a daughter in Newaygo Michigan where he belonged to Lodge No 24 I C C F He also leaves a son in the regular army stationed in New Mexico The body will be brought to Roseburg for burial in the IOOF cemetery.
Mr H Hoggins of Melbourne Florida credits Dr King's New Discovery with saving his life after doctors said consumption was incurable. He reports rapid recovery and urges others to try the remedy. Guaranteed for throat and lung diseases by W L DeLano. Price 1.00. Trial bottles free. Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. All druggists refund if it fails to cure. Grove's signature on each box. Ue.
Bids will be received until March 1, 1903, for 45 cords white oak grab wood 4 feet long diameter limits, 4 cords white oak grab wood 4 feet long smaller end diameter limits, and 85 cords red or yellow fir wood 4 feet long to be delivered to school houses as directed by the board of directors by August 15, 1903. Right reserved to reject any or all bids. A wood and fuel bid bond required for faithful performance. Dated January 22, 1908.
A Lan caster resident F J Green shares how chronic indigestion and nervous debility improved after using Electric Bitters. He credits the product with his own recovery and his wife’s sustained health, calling it unmatched for female troubles and a grand tonic for weak women. Satisfaction guaranteed by W L DeLano.
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