03 Jan 1903
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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1903
Page
1
A masked robber boards a passenger train near Nashville Junction in Kentucky at 1 am and engages trainmen in a firefight. The bandit is wounded and escapes, leaving blood on the car floor.
Report outlines plans to expand the Guamnd post office to alleviate crowding. Proposals include moving the post office next door, creating a larger lobby, and adding new free rooms by combining spaces with a grogery corner, with an archway between buildings. Officials expect action soon as workload grows.
Special Eugene Commercial Club meeting discussed to consider moving RM Cramer's steel factory from Corvallis to Eugene. Cramer says with relocation the steel works could bring 25 000 to 40 000 dollars in value and allow expansion, citing local support and less opposition than in Corvallis.
George Gross reveals plans for a new hotel at the corner of Willamette and Fifth with a two-story base, three-story tower form, several porches, and a total of four rooms besides baths. Construction is set to start once weather permits, with an estimated cost around 6000 dollars and contractor V Meurland directing the work.
County Judge Kincaid reports Lane County probate activity for 1002. Sanity examinations 10 leading to commitments at the State In sane Asylum in Oslem. Five adoptions and 15 admissions to guardianship. Thirty percent of elderly or signed estates noted. Final settlements closed for 35 percent of deceased estates. Real estate actions by executors and administrators confirmed. publication notices issued. guardians appointed. miscellaneous probate matters listed.
The Booth Kelly Lumber Company plans a risky winter log drive on three streams Mohawk to Coburg to Fall Creek then Willamette to Springfield mill. Despite dangers from sudden floods and high water that can sweep rigs away, the firm believes winter driving can be faster and cheaper if a flood threat recedes.
The officers of the Oregon Christian Missionary Convention met in Eugene at the Christian church parlor. Attendees included President Albyn Feeon of Rodney Avenue Christian church Portland View, President J A Bushnell of Juone thon, Corresponding Secretary J B Lister Eugene, Treasurer J 4 Mc Callam Eugene, and Recording Secretary GSO Humbert Vervailla. They reviewed general field needs and discussed financial aid and preliminary plans for the next convention, then dispersed to their homes that evening.
A large Odd Fellows delegation journeyed to Cottage Grove to establish a brand new encampment. Notables including JJ Walton M Svarverad J of Me Clung John Gray EB R Munmmey Chas Lotthefield J MM Williwme Jack Poll and others attended as local officials and residents celebrate the formation of the lodge.
The article discusses locating a new high school building in Eugene to accommodate rapid student growth, with three eligible sites announced. It urges taxpayers to attend a meeting on January 2, 1903, to express views on erection and site and to ensure the project is a credit to the city.
The marriage of A Jullette, popular assistant manager and day operator at the B P depot in the city, to Mise Nettie Willough by of Eugenes was performed at the Imperial Hill in Portland yesterday by Kev WH Gilbert. The couple arrived in Eugene on the afternoon train and are receiving congratulations from many friends as the union surprised most Eugene residents.
Fragmentary report from Ashland notes a poor shooting day and a company event with 135 component items, a 4 A’s ST and references to a dividend. A new front was added to Barbite’s saloon and an escape scene occurred, with unclear timing and details.
John Leaberty, arrested Saturday on a charge filed by his ex wife, underwent examination yesterday and today. The judge ordered him sent from Lenep County to Jackson County for confinement while the case proceeds. His wife, family, and children were present as the hearing concluded.
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