Man Dies in Mountain Cougar Encounter Near Goldenco
Jobo R. Goldson aged about 40 of Goldson, northwest of Eugene, was accidentally killed by a rifle shot during a clash with a cougar five miles west of Goldaco. A desperate struggle left the animal dead. Goldson’s body was found with a bullet hole in the chest. He leaves a wife and infant, worked in a sawmill, and was a Woodmen of the World member. Funeral set for tomorrow at Simthfeld.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jobo R. Goldson
Goldson
Janetson
Tugene
Ita
Addson
Marice
Goldeon
Goldon
Eugene
Woodmen of the World
Junction
Simthfeld
Tn Franklin Cemetery
Eugene Camp
J. J. Iuton
Vireil Rowland
J. Y W. Pollock
F. G Woodcock
P. BK. Snodgrass
Gleen Chegemav
Geo, Norris
W. HM. Dillard
J. J. Ellwood
M. A. Faller
Coroner Jury Probes Death Of John K. Goldson
Coroner's jury investigates whether John K. Goldson died from a rifle shot or an accidental wound while battling a cougar. Witnesses say death seems accidental and from the rifle that killed the cougar, while some doubt a party member fired the fatal shot. The jury, directed by Justice J. P. Harple, toured the scene and will render a verdict tomorrow. Burial followed in Franklin cemetery with Woodmen of the World rites.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John K. Goldson
Ioideon Sanday
Galdson
Goldson
Fred
Justice of the Peace
J. P. Harple
Jin
Huu
Jason Richardeon
Heck Kennedy
Lee Mounts
von Lingo
Wm. Cook
Chas, Brown
Accused of Stealing Chickens From Roost Near East Bhagene
Wallace Keller, a young man known as ren a to East Bhagene, is accused of taking four chickens from a hen roost on Nast Twelfth last night. Chief of Police went to Keller's home near four o'clock for arrest before Justice of the Wietermeier. A trail of feathers led from the roost to Keller's home. Keller was married weeks ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wallace Keller
Bhagene
Hi. L
Keller
Te Wietermeier
Two Wills Filed for Probate in Local Courts
Two wills were filed for probate for Alfred Brattain who died near Springfield on October 4, 1905 and Aaron Keleay who died near Lorane on December 22, 1905. Brattain’s will, dated July 3, 188, names wife Mrs Rath M Brattain as sole heir and executrix without bonds. estate valued at 2500. Keleay’s will, dated December 4, 1905, leaves all to wife Mrs Phoebe Helen Kelesy with future division among children J D, FP Kelesy, M E Damewood, and H L Riebardeon. estate valued at 000. Both wills were witnessed by named individuals and filed by B Dorrie, attorney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred Brattain
Springfield
George Bb. Worris
J. F. Robineon
Rath M. Hrattain
Ey O
Aaron Keleay
Lorane
K. J. Farman
M. & Stone
Phoebe Helen Kelesy
J. D
FP. Kelesy
M. E. Damewood
H. L. Riebardeon
WILL FIGHT THE FRUIT PEST
Dr HP McCornack of Lane County orders fruit tree owners to spray or destroy trees infested with the San Jose scale. The pest has spread in the area over several years and is worst on cherry trees though also found on apple, pear, maple, willow, and other varieties. Many orchards have been sprayed and others will be before spring buds burst. Fruit growers largely comply with the order.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
HP McCornack
Lane County
San Jose
Bijou Theatre Quits Business After Poor Attendance
Mayo Brane the manager of the Mijon theatre met with Mr Merrill in Postland to discuss closing the Bijou theatre in the city. The house opened last May and never paid, despite some good attractions. Evans is settling accounts, and Merrill says the heavy losses and ongoing deficits made continued operation impossible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mayo Brane
Mijon
Red T. Merrill
Postland
Merrill
Merril
Correction on Muikey possession date for Underwood residence
A correction states Mr. Muikey will take possession of the Underwood residence for lodgings or boarding before February 1st instead of a previous month. The notice cites the guard as the source of the earlier error and clarifies the start date.
Eyesore at Mill and Kaet Streets Demands Cleanup
Residents complain of a dilapidated shack at the corner of Kaet Eleventh and Mill Streets used as a junk shop. The aging building amid upscale homes draws trash and disgust, with neighbors pressing the owner to tear it down or clean up the lot to restore the area’s appearance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kaet Eleventh
Mill Streets
Kirogene
Simmons Tingley Marriage
The marriage of Alice Tingley to Allen Simmons occurred at the Tingley home 65 East Ninth Street at 10:30 AM with close relatives present. Kev J McCallum officiated at the brief ceremony. couple left by 12:42 train for a honeymoon, planning to settle in Eugene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ies Alice Tingley
Allen
Simmons
FS. Tingley
East Ninth Street
Kev J. &. McCallum
First Christian Church
Portland
Tingley
Eugene
Snow depths halt operations at Great Northern mine
J P Anderson foreman from Blue River reported eight feet of snow at the Great Northern mine with measurements suggesting about fifteen feet across the divide. The heavy snowfall disrupted the mill, but officials expect operations to resume normal within a few days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. P. Anderson
Great Northern
Blue River
Wooubarn
Eay
Mr. Anderson
No More Trips to California by University Teams
The athletic council adopted a resolution prohibiting managers from missing more than three days of classes for contests. The annual foothill trip to California may be canceled, and a game with California schools could be affected. Possible future games with Idaho in Moscow and a match at Multnomah Field against Stanford are discussed. A football coach recommendation was referred to a committee: President P L Campbell, Manager Gay Mount, and Captain William G Chandler.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athletic Council of the University
California
Herkeley
Stanford
University of Idaho
Oregon
Criffith
Moscow
Multnomah Field
P. L. Campbell
Gay Mount
William G. Chandler
United Railways Plans Valley Electric Network
The United Railways Company of Portland plans an electric railroad system in the valley. It would build from Portland to Salem, then to Eugene, with a broader network envisioned across the valley and possibly extending toward San Francisco.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Railways Company
Portisng
Thie Valley
Eaid
Portland
Salem
Engene
Eugene
San Francisco
Delegates Head to Albany for Development League Meet
A group including Mayor KF and officials such as M Wilkine S H Friendly A Woodecock L O Beckwith and others traveled to Albany for the development league convention. The leader was accompanied by his wife.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albany
Development League
M. Wilkine
S. H Friendly
A. ©. Woodecock
L O. Beckwith
W Celdere
E. J. Frasier
H. Gordon
G W. Griffin
F. G. Young
Valencia passenger list names Widmer from Seattle
The ill fated steamer Valencia passenger list names J.S. Widmer of Seattle and notes Professor J. M. Widmer, a former Eugene boy and state university graduate, as a resident and professor in Seattle. The telegraph initials are presented with no error.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Valencia
Joay de Pueca Etraite
J.S. Widmer
Seattle
J. M. Widmer
Eugene Boy
State University
Hite
Miss Maria Howard Dies in Coburg at 45
Miss Maria Howard died January 24 at Coburg Oregon from tuberculosis at her home. She was 45 years old.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maria Howard
Lis,m
Coburg
Snow and river activity mark Mound district week
In Mound during the week about three inches of snow fell and the river remained high. Log drivers, including Wolf Creek, report heavy activity while others note a rough two week period maintaining telegraph lines. Local residents, including Nellie Gates and Nettie Bleck, visit relatives and teach in prairie cabins as jackrabbits advance and a wheat field foxes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mound
Wolf Creek
Chas. Layne
Noti
Walters & Sons
Targeta
Nellie Gates
Ber Efeter
Nettie Rleck
H. D. Johnson
Lawn Dressing Offered At Half Price For Beautiful Lawns
J F Schofield markets lawn dressing to sterilize and promote luxurious lawn growth free of weeds. Orders accepted at White's Grocery Fifth and Willamette in Eugene or via mail to F J Schofield, Eugene. Available in 5 and 10 pound packages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Schofeld
White's
Fifth
Willamette Streets
F. J. Schofield
Eugene
Boar and brood sows for sale in Eugene listing
A black Poland China boar one year old offered at 25 dollars. Several brood sows available, with mating planned by March. Apply to or write Joseph Davies in Eugene for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Davies
Eugene
Notice to Public Statement of Nonresponibility
Notice states that the signer will not be responsible for or pay any bill not of their contraction. Dated Eugene January 22 1008. AUDIE E WORKMAN.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eugene
Mks
Audie E Workman
Optician Dr Lowe to Visit Eugene Office Next Week
The notice invites patients to see Dr Lowe the optician in Eugene for head and eye ache relief using a pair of superior glasses. It promises prices lower than Portland and mentions gloves and poultry buying at high prices by Seobert & Dodges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lowe
Eugene
Portland
Church Announcement of Regular Services and Times
D. E Baker pastor announces regular appointments including Creswell Saturday at 2 0 and 7 0 pm Sunday at 11 am Yoncalla Sunday night at 7 50 and Saginaw Friday night at 7 30.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Creswell
Yoncal
Saginaw
D. E Baker, Paetor
County examination schedule for state and county papers
The county superintendent of Lase county will hold a regular examination of applicants for state and county papers in the courthouse at Eugene from Wednesday February 14 at 9 a.m. to Saturday February 17 at 4 p.m. The program lists topics by day for first, second, and third grade certificates and primary certificates, including penmanship, history, orthography, reading, arithmetic, theory of teaching, grammar, physiology, geography, and civil government. W. B. Dillard, County Supt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lase County
Eugene
Thoreday
Fuiday
Thureday
W. BP. Dillard
Early Strawberry Pointer Fertilizer Boost for Early Bearing
A guidance about using F. J. Schofield's fertilizer to make strawberries and berries bear earlier and yield higher prices, claiming profits twice as high as FOU. The ad-like note urges readers to send or contact for more details via biast Eagece.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. J. Schofield
Leiter
Local Briefs Sketch Oregon News Tidbits
David Link of the Eugene camp Modern men of the World earned a certificate of efficiency from the head for good clerk work. Mrs. J F Callivan of Eleventh Street is convalescing after an injury from a fall while en route to the barn. Cottage Grove to host an eight meeting of the Willamette Development League. E M Miller, a Booth Kely sawmill employee, lost several fingers when a hand contact injured him. A schooner wreck reported between the Umpqua and may be the Bella ashore two months ago in a downriver position. H K E Ha too, heir of Collis P Du Pont, a Los Angeles magnate, rumored to be moving Portland’s stake with a new valley line partly completed from Forest Grove.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Link
Eugene
J. F. Callivan
Eleventh Street
Cottage Grove
Willamatte V Development League
E. M. Miler
Booth-Kely
H. KE. Ha
Collis P. Duotington
Los Angeles
Portland Fell
Representave
Jine
Forest Grove
Irving Notes of Local Movements and Visits
Irving items report W B Yate planning to return to Irving and reside there briefly, A C Bates moving back into Bond's residence, Rev N J Crawford traveling to 5 Tuesday afternoon, Mrs CIM Flowerde and a Lowell as Mrs Jacob Keller’s visitors, Mrs Jacob Keller’s Sunday return from a visit to Elmer and family, A J Zamwalt recovering and able to go again after several days away.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. C. Bates
Lemeq House
Bond
N. J. Crawford
Mre. Cim
Also Mentioned on This Page
Bolle
Coroner's Jury
Chambers’ Hardware
Co. B. Dorrie
Bijou Theatre
J. Widmer
C. Hicksor
M. D. Johnnson
Seobert & Dodges
Broders
Carden
W.M. Creen
Lares
Davic
Cates
Umpqua
Bella
Irving
W. B. Yate
Bideuce
Ingle
Deri
Ida
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