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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1903
Page
5
Eugene Guard notes a mix of old world and new year reflections. It cites coal scarcity and ripe ice crops as a harvest omen, Britain’s debt move on Egypt, a Saxony princess scandal narrowed to a tutor lover, and a wary forecast for 1903 alongside Moorish watercut fears and Milwaukee beer humor.
In a July incident a Portland man shot dead his wife his mother in law and a third person while seriously wounding his father in law. The case has reached the Supreme Court with extensive arguments against the defendant and no claim of insanity.
A common practice trims corks to fit small bottles. Wedge shaped cuts and right angle wedges refine the cork to seal without breaking. The method described adjusts the cork along its sides to create a stopper that fits securely.
A tale describes a man winding a clock each night for thirty years only to discover it was an old day clock. In New York City experimental lengthwise steel plates on steep street grades were tried to support heavy vehicle wheels, and the plan was deemed a success. The piece wonders why such tracks could not be installed on all congested urban streets.
A Portland motorist faces a lawsuit seeking 575 dollars for damages to horses and a carriage caused by a steam engine propelling near the curb. The piece argues ordinary road traffic and drivers should not be forced to risk judgments driven by wealthy pleasure seekers.
A tailor asks if customers want trousers creased. Some decline while others resist even a single leg crease, sparking a humorous exchange about style preferences and consistency.
A clipped dialogue shows Trivvett remarking to Dicer that Bellingham’s religion mirrors his property because Ive all in his wife’s name. The exchange highlights themes of ownership and influence by association.
Fragmentary line speaks of fairness and a boy addressing a parent or caregiver. The garbled text suggests a concerned tone about treatment or outcomes, possibly reflecting a family dispute or a domestic moment reported in a historical newspaper. No clear names or locations are identifiable.
Reports from the San Francisco convention note the Rathbone Sisters in strong condition with rising membership. Mra Belle Quinlan of Gulen Bung WL becomes supreme temple chief, a lawyer active in the insurance branch. California has seventy two temples and over 6,000 members. insurance offerings range from 250 to 1,000 dollars.
A Bee Hive notice urges clear entry and exit flow for tent membership with five degree teams evangelizing new initiates in Ohio and California. Leaders are urged to visit delinquents to prevent suspensions and sustain booming membership, noting Los Angeles as the largest tent in the state.
Masonic Herald insists a Mason’s duties extend beyond the lodge to kinship aid, counsel, relief in distress, sickness visits, respect in death, and care for widows and orphans. Obituaries note Samuel Yohe and Harvey Hall, past grand commanders. Updates on hymns in Masonry, Washington eligibility, and England Grand Lodge roles accompany broader lodge membership totals and appointments across various jurisdictions.
The New York chapter has organized a labor bureau to locate work for unemployed Knights. New councils were set up to coordinate relief and placement efforts across Missouri, Iowa, and Indiana.
The article reports Matlock will move from the Walton room where Cas C Meth and Henry Hod Giesteo recently operated a Rambler venture. A spokesperson told a reporter that new arrangements begin after the start of the new year with ongoing activity in the former space.
Fashion notes describe net skirts with edge founcing and three tier godet skirts bordered by wide lace or medallions vandykes. Lace flounces, six to eight inch ribbon sashes, fur boas, windmill bows, corsage bouquets, and trailing effects show current trend. baum mar ten fur boas illustrate latest style.
Russian blouse costumes gain popularity among young, slender wearers with new handlike collars and collarless flat trims. The fashion features charming chemisettes and fur accents, with light winter gowns edged by dark borders and brown fur. Dotted white point d esprit fabric decorates an evening gown trimmed with black velvet bows.
In a classroom exchange reported by the Ohio State Journal a student questions Napoleon Ginrare’s possession of a copy of Homer, while the professor dismisses the spark of curiosity and urges the pupil to refrain from smart remarks.
A fragment from Philadelphia North American features a playful, archaic quip about life being one grand dream. A devoted admirer offers a fanciful title and role, praising a poetic performer as a potential "Qstempanist" in a breezy, whimsical tone.
A local lodging house in Eugene advertises fresh beds and newly papered and painted rooms. Each room features a bright russet carpet rug and clean decor. Located just back of the court, the establishment promotes modern, well kept accommodations for travelers.
Rupert Newmaier advertises an auction on January 2 1808 at Matthew Wallace's farm three miles west of Eugene listing cattle work stock horses hogs machinery and wagons. Terms: six months credit on amounts over ten dollars with note and security or cash for ten dollars and under. Auctioneers J S Byles.
Dr A G Arwoop announces relocation to MeUlung bridge north and Willamette se. He invites friends and patrons to visit at any time, signaling readiness to welcome patients in the new quarters.
Timber land claims noted with references to fret comers and MKR Ports at 10 Willamette. Contains fragmented local details about timber rights and potential holdings. Further clarity needed for exact parties and locations.
Notice that the partnership between B D Paine and WH Key operating as Paine & Kay has dissolved by mutual consent with BD Paine retiring. All accounts due the firm may be paid at the store or to either party. Dated December 27 1902 at Eugens Ohio.
Homer Hall of Weneta Polot Ia credits Dr King's New Discovery for curing his severe lung cough after physicians said consumption threatened his life. He describes dramatic recovery and recommends the remedy, priced at fifty cents and one dollar with trial bottles free at WL De Leno's.
Employment ad seeks two hundred timber men and twenty foremen for piling work at Pacircvic Timber Co in Cottage Grove Oregon. High wages and steady employment offered. Address for applications provided.
Two fresh milk cows one full blood Durham built a year old next March ten yearling steers full blood Poland China boar eighteen months old weight three hundred fifty pounds eight sows Berkshire and Poland China mixed about a year old price low inquire of or address Robt Newmaier Eugene
A good 160 acre farm is for sale with or without personal property. May trade for town property or a smaller land parcel in or near the East Ohio area. Seller Wa LemLey of Pleasant Hill Oregon prefers a reasonable arrangement.
Fresh cows with and without calves for sale. A good number to choose from. Cash terms. Caillat home in Nott Valley, fifteen miles west of Eugene. Address PYEPHENS KRos Crow Oregon. Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonite bottle label notes iron and quinine. no cure, no pay.
Crow Building Association members are called to meet at the Crow Hat on Saturday January 17, 1808 at 2 pm to elect officers and directors and handle other business. Dated Dec 28, 1902, in HouLaNn, President W J HoLLanp, Secretary.
Fragmented OCR listing highlights prices and items such as tobacco, bulk mince meat, beans, mixed candy, soap, maple syrup, wool undergarments, cotton underwear, and boys’ ties. Mentions low quantities for several items and general retail offerings in a small-town storefront.
Bizarre ad from Winchester Indiana touts Deion's New Life Pills claiming to cure a cold, headache, and liver troubles. Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets are marketed as a one day cure with no guarantee, priced at 25 cents at DeLano's drug store.
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