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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1909
Page
7
The Weekly Guard offers a free one year subscription to either the Oregon Agriculturist or American Farmer with payment in advance. The advertisement notes a free silver and kitchen set offer while supplies last and provides the address GUARD PRINTING COMPANY in Eugene Oregon.
Governor Chamberlain was the popular choice of Oregon voters and would have caused political turmoil if rejected by the legislature. The LaGrande Daily Chronicle published telegrams urging Turn Oliver, Jerry Rusk, and Stephen Richardson to back Chamberlain, signed by Republicans and Democrats alike. The piece argues the people of Oregon wanted Chamberlain in the Senate and condemns newspapers that lament his election.
Russell H. Conwell spoke in Eugene praising local unity to boost growth. He urged boosters to promote factories, use timber resources, and place products worldwide, arguing success comes from citizen enterprise and not incentives. He noted cities grow through effort of their people and left a lasting impression.
State papers note larger overall enrollment at Oregon Agricultural College but a 550 student University figure only counts regular literary course enrollments. The distinction highlights that the University’s total headcount includes broader programs beyond basic literary study.
The discussion notes that excluding nonacademic students understates enrollment. If all students were counted, total near 1200, favoring Corvallis Agricultural College against the C A C. It argues newspapers should verify enrollment data rather than rely on The Guard.
A consular report notes Nanking funds for enlarging Shanghai government mills and Tientsin awakening to cotton production. Shanghai officials plan a joint stock spinner mill with 5 million taels capital. Two provincial delegates tour Europe and the U.S. to study methods as Lachih mill shares are sold in Szechuan.
Henry Clews predicts a healthy 1909 driven by improving world money markets, good crop returns, and stable commerce. The Oregon Tradesman echoes that normal conditions will curb speculative distortions and advance development in the Pacific Northwest, forecasting new records in multiple sectors and rising population and wealth.
A peculiar marriage between Dr. James H. Hamilton and Miss Etta Brodski on New York City’s East Side sparks debate. The Society for Ethical Culture leaders say a state statute grants their group the right to solemnize marriages, challenging popular notions of binding unions and divorces.
The bill would authorize Siuslaw residents to form a harbor district, issue bonds for harbor improvements, and not curtail Port of Portland rights. Portland delegates object, fearing Astoria would form a district to control lower Columbia improvements, harming Portland shippers.
In a newspaper interview former mayor Phelan says the nation is nearer war with Japan than ever before. He questions why San Francisco residents should worry, noting the city has endured Ruef Schmitz and other graft and suggests the perceived danger could be a welcome diversion.
Oregon's dignified senators enact a law requiring hotel keepers to furnish beds with sheets nine feet long. Voters still regret rejecting a proposition to pay salons $10 a day for their services.
A fragment hints at debate over post March strategy, suggesting a shift from forceful action to conciliatory measures. The tone implies some expect a gentler approach after a pivotal date, contrasting with earlier harsher methods. The source emphasizes opinions on policy or political strategy without detailing specific events.
Fire destroyed the Underwood skating rink owned by E Frasier and leased by Cooper and McDonald. No insurance covered Frasier taxes floors and galley cost totaled 3800. Cooper and McDonald had 1500 insured. expected loss near 3000 plus orchestra several hundred. Suspected arson as odor of kerosene noted. Mrs Jessie Boughton reported the blaze at 1230 AM from the boarding house rear of the rink. Firefighters delayed water and bell alarm. Neighboring structures were saved with damage. The rink was used late Saturday night and fall of roof occurred after flames enveloped the building.
Wm Kyle reports strong prospects for the harbor bonding district bill to pass with little or no opposition after talks with most legislators. Coos Bay Tillamook and other coastal towns rally behind the measure, boosting its influence for the Siuslaw region. Wm Brynd leases the Western House to H Cassidy for a year and plans to retire from hotel business February 1. Ethan Pratt heads to the Umpqua life saving crew after passing the physical exam. High water last Tuesday sent logs down the river. about eight hundred thousand feet stored below Palmt Terrace. Florence Weat
D. H. Weyant of Oregon Sienna Paint Co plans a Eugene branch once a suitable building is found and a full line of goods is offered, with a Cottage Grove branch to follow. He leads the Seattle exposition forestry exhibit and will devote time there after the upper valley trip. Booth-Kelly Lumber Co sends a fine flaishing material exhibit to the show.
A stay of execution was granted for James A. Finch, the condemned murderer of Ralph B. Fisher, by Judge Bronaugh in the circuit court, postponing the February 5 execution. A notice of appeal and certificate of probable cause have been filed, with Deputy Merriet Attorney Fitzgerald and Special Prosecutor Spencer preparing the bill of exception from Finch's attorney.
Menemsha Light, Island of Martha's Vineyard, Jan 25. Captain Sealby and fifty crew members of the Republic were transferred to the derelict destroyer Seneca near Vineyard Haven Sound lightship and began voyage to New York. The Gresham states the Republic sank last night after officers and crew were taken off by the Gresham and transferred to the Seneca.
The White Star liner Baltic carrying 1650 passengers from the Republic and Florida reached Quarantine after a collision Saturday. Six people are reported dead and two injured. The Republic sank, likely total loss or heavily damaged. The Florida, struck in the collision, was seen this morning near Ambrose channel lightship en route to New York.
H J Hover of Spokane and his wife were aboard the Republic when it rammed the Florida. Passengers, mostly women, were moved to the Baltic under cover of darkness with searchlights. The Florida later rescued passengers from the Republic. two fell overboard but were saved.
The annual inspection before a large crowd showed Co A, Fourth Regiment, C N G, with 69 enlisted men and 3 officers in attendance. Major McGlaughlin led the drill as Inspector General Jackson was unavailable. The unit performed nearly all evolutions perfectly and received praise for its arms and accoutrements. A social dance followed the inspection.
It is understood from reliable sources that the Albany Springfield train will soon run into Eugene each evening and start from this city each morning. Eugene will become the terminus of the Nation branch service, a change urged by the Commercial Club and promised for months. Engineers and conductors are bidding for the run, with the new schedule replacing the current Eugene to Springfield Wendling line. Daily Springfield Wendling service will end, and two trains will shift: a morning exclusive laager train and an afternoon combined freight and passenger train, as now.
Tenant H H Hunter living in Salem will be here to assist Second Lieutenant L F Jensen who held command of the company during their absence.
V. v. Elmer, J. B. Young, D. D. VanWinkle and J. B. VanWinkle incorporate the Willamette Automobile Company to operate an auto business in Eugene. They plan a large garage and have ordered a substantial number of Rambler automobiles.
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