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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1907
Page
3
Fragmentary OCR reads survey item about a poll question tied to a person named Jack and a place, with garbled wording and missing context. The readable bits suggest a political or civic question but contain insufficient details to identify event, date, or involved organizations.
The Eugene Weekly Guard, an independent paper from Eugene Oregon, offers a weekly edition published every Thursday. The notice states subscription pricing and mailing details, listing rates 1.50 per year in advance and 2.00 at end of term, with second class matter designation.
The Dairy Weekly Guard lists authorized receipt agents including Grove-W, W. C. Conner, J. L. Clark, and Geo. A. Drury as official agents for subscriptions and other business.
January 17 promotion by Guard Printing Co. offers one year of either the St. Louis Republic or Oregon Agriculturist to all subscribers. Weekly Guard remains Semi-Weekly Oregon Journal at $2.25 annually for both papers. Old subscribers paying in advance may receive one year free, with options to switch papers and cover additional costs.
The Capital Journal argues for strong inland waterway projects to boost commerce and lower tolls. It urges railroads to back rivers and harbors improvements, aiming for cheaper access to world markets and longer term economic gains despite congressional delays.
The text notes doubt Congress will perform a needed task and cites the $400,000 spent on the locks and canal of the Yamhill river as a point against the speaker's side. It frames political contention surrounding river infrastructure funding and accountability.
The piece contrasts Oregon and Wisconsin taxation, praising Governor LaFollette for shifting tax burden from individuals to corporations. It notes Wisconsin plans to abolish state taxes while funding a new capitol, and argues railroads and trusts are overprotected elsewhere, urging more LaFollette influence in national politics.
Kansas Republicans nominate Charles Curtis an American Indian of Kaw descent for the United States Senate. Curtis rose from newsboy and hack driver to lawyer county attorney and congressman, with a six year term to begin March 4 as Senator Benson completes his unexpired term.
Honolulu dispatch reports the Japanese community has hidden rice to feed the islands for seven months. It notes a surge of Japanese men in Honolulu compared with last year, while many returning residents are women and children, highlighting potential social unrest and demographic shifts.
The article stresses the gravity of building a large food supply in Hawaii for potential hostilities. It notes the authorities report on women and children returning to Japan and remarks on the recent arrival of Japanese troops disguised as coolies, highlighting heightened tension and security concerns.
A meeting of the Pure Breed Livestock Raisers' Association will be held Tuesday in the council chamber of Salem city hall to effect a permanent organization and conduct business promoting breeding standards high-bred stock by Oregon breeders and securing legal protection for the industry without undue discrimination.
Special correspondence from Walterville notes many loggers back to work after holidays and a recent storm. Updates include Mrs. Suess recovering from a severe cold, L. E. Meyers moving into Dun ton's vacant house, Dever and Fay Brownson chasing a coon ending with two shots, Portland visitor Charles Brewbaker returning home, Lester Williams back at work, ferryboat stranded on a gravel bar, Matt Emmerick now mobile on crutches, Fred Easton and family returning from Mohawk, and Harry Russell visiting from Thurston.
Railroad officials say courtesies or passes will again be extended to legislators despite claims they would end. Existing passes with expiration dates remain valid or will be renewed, allowing lawmakers to travel without penalty as before, with no change to the practice this year.
Greenleaf reports highest water levels in six or seven years causing mail and travel delays. A telephone meeting at the Greenleaf post office today will elect new officers and summarize general matters. Also notes Woolridge travels to Junction City to visit his mother and various residents visit or return from Eugene and Deadwood area.
Read ers are glad to hear Marshal Underwood is much improved and will soon be back on the streets per his doctor. A S Powell bought the interest of partner Mr Potts in the Fashion stables of Cottage Grove and will operate it as before in a businesslike manner.
Fire destroyed the southbound Overland locomotive and mail car at Junction City last night. A lantern ignited coal gas in the tender, causing an explosion despite distance from the oil tank. The engine and car were ruined, with smoke and heat revealing severe damage. A later report confirms the Eugene engine and mail car were also lost, with total losses estimated at least $25,000.
Dan Kelly the world amateur record holder for the 100 yard dash says he will run under the Multnomah Club colors of Portland for the Northwest team heading to the Jamestown Exposition next summer. Locals worry about training under a varsity label then joining a club, while Hayward and associates press him to reconsider. If he signs to represent the university with the team, his popularity and support here should rise.
General Manager J. P. O'Brien authorized installation of additional block signals on the Oregon Railroad and Navigation and Southern Pacific main lines. In 1907 the ORN system will be completed and much of the Southern Pacific protected, especially between Eugene and Ashland. ORN work extends Pendleton to Huntington and Portland to Troutdale, with 171.2 miles to finish. SP work starts Portland to Hubbard, 32 miles, then Eugene to Goshen, six miles, and Divide to Drain, 13 miles, plus protection at 13 stations and curves totaling 26.4 miles.
Attorney A C Woodcock received a letter from Judge J W Hamilton at Roseburg stating he will be here January 23 to hold an adjourned term of circuit court. He was unable to come today due to other business. The court will convene at 3 p m that day and all attorneys are to be present.
One Jersey calf with an underbit in each ear came to Cal Hileman at Mabel Oregon around November 15 1996. Owner may reclaim by paying for this advertisement and care of the calf. Cal Hileman Mabel Ore 415
William Fay of Coburg was fined 40 dollars by Police J Wee Dorris in Eugene municipal court for drunken disorderly conduct. He caused a disturbance at Barnard & West's stable after visiting yesterday, was arrested by Officers Croner and Purdy, and released on deposit to ensure appearance. L L Walker defended him, plea of guilty, judge noted the fine could have been 54 with the deposit. Fay warned of arrest for resisting an officer if found in town again.
Eugene Woolen Mill Co stockholders met yesterday with Hon T B Kay of Salem the heaviest holder present. Officers were reelected and reports showed the plant now pays, output about 9000 dollars monthly with payroll over 2000 dollars. A new wool house will be built in spring and a complete sprinkling system installed. Er Koppe remains superintendent and Arthur Ford hired as head buyer and grader.
The first annual meeting of Spencer Butte Coal and Petroleum Company was held today in Prank's hall with about thirty stockholders present. Directors elected were S. Stevens, G. L. Jennings, W. J. Williams, G. Midgeley, and J. W. Zimmerman. Superintendent Mitchell reported progress at the mine, four men employed, and Portland stockholder Martin Mattson cited samples judged equal to top Alaska and Washington mines.
Dr. BE J. Thompson reported from Turner that John M. Forest, killed in the Comstock wreck, was not a hobo but a passenger. Forest, formerly of Turner and Salem resident, rode with engineer Weichiin and died in the accident. Funeral sermon was preached yesterday.
Eli Bangs leases his brick block at Eighth and Olive for six years to Campbell and Fellman who have bought H Gordon’s furniture house. On March 1 they take charge and will occupy the large salesroom plus the entire second story and basement, about 25 000 square feet of floor space not counting balcony.
A cold wave grips the Philippine Islands with temperatures at a historic low. Missouri debates replacing bears with two mules on the state seal. Oklahoma’s new constitution empowers a state land commission to buy coal and asphalt lands. Eastern Oregon wheat farmers welcome heavy snow. A steamer lands 700 Japanese laborers in Honolulu. North Yakima’s First Methodist church hosts a high school after a fire. Oregon City resident George Andres is fatally shot on steps at West Oregon City school. gunfire deemed accidental.
In a Spokane interview yesterday William Jennings Bryan declared the president acted correctly in discharging the colored troops in response to the Brownesville riot, arguing the action necessary to preserve order.
Linn and Lane county boundary talks failed last night at the Aleo Club in Albany. Lane proposed Linn cede land near Harrisburg along Mabel precinct west line, a gain Linn calls too large. Linn counters with no compromise. negotiations called off, sparking concern over a favorable deal for Lane in the legislative arena.
Deeds for timber land sold to Portland capitalist M B Rankin through H C Mahon begin filing in Lane County records. Entries include Rachel Creel 160 acres in section 15 priced at 3200 and Jacob Oetinger 188 acres for 2333 among others.
Eugene Union installed its newly elected officers with Elmira represented, J. L. Mitchell serving as installing officer. A banquet followed the ceremony, highlighting a gala meeting with elaborate proceedings and active participation from Elmira officers.
Camas Swale public school district No. 63 reports 58 teaching days 2 holidays 19 pupils enrolled 18 visitors and 0 dropouts. Students over 90 percent: seventh grade Nellie Harper Willard Coggill Wilbur and Carl Reetz. fifth grade Harry Bush George Napier Loella Moxley Blanche Cowgill. third grade Alfred Bush Gracia Reetz. Perfect deportment and regular attendance prize to be awarded at term end.
The McMinnville Reporter notes Yamhill county will plant 600 acres of commercial walnut orchards in spring. Pioneer grower Prince of Dundee will have 100 acres, while Drs Galbreath and Goucher plan 0 acres. Judge Galloway expects 25 to 30 acres this winter, later reaching 100. Willamette valley orchards expand, signaling a potential statewide walnut industry.
A fragmentary verse notes loneliness and social ties, then shifts to a promotional line about Rocky Mountain tea and Linn Drug Co. It hints at commerce and social scenes in a local setting. The reading preserves a whimsical tone while highlighting named entities and places.
The Lane county commissioners completed appointments for road supervisors for 1907. A few districts remain blank for future action. The list includes supervisors in districts from Coburg to Florence with post offices in Leach Blue River Springfield Mabel Creswell Lone Cottage Grove Eugene Marcola and others, naming dozens of appointees such as Curtis Hayden W. P. Lower Charles H Sharon H. Kempp Ross Myers A. L Morganz Sidney Porter and many more.
Johnnie Zumwalt and Charley Spencer, from Eugene, spent Sunday night in Corvallis on a downriver trip in a row boat. Zumwalt, former Albany steamer pilot, and Spencer, son of a veteran upper Willamette captain, are described as successful steamship operators amid speculation they consider launching an independent or opposition boat on the upper Willamette.
The Land Office at Roseburg reinstates W D Neelys contest against Mabel C Barbour 160 acres in section 32 township 17 south range 8 west. I N Harbaugh attorney reports Huskas cash entry suspended and Neeleys contest restored.
Rev Father O’Farrell rector of the city church received a dispatch from Ontario Canada announcing the death of his second oldest brother John O’Farrell in that city this morning. Many friends express sympathy.
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