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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1903
Page
12
The article recounts government experiments proving mosquitoes carry malaria and yellow fever. It cites the widow of Dr. Lazare, who died after inoculation in Cuba, seeking relief from Congress. It warns that exposure to malarial influences risks illness unless the blood is strong and well nourished.
The Salem Journal urges towns to embrace baseball, arguing a strong local league boosts reputation and crowds. It laments idle talk and promotes home support, predicting Salem could host some of the Pacific coast’s great teams if fans rally and teams stay disciplined.
Judge Kincaid ruled today in the Fellman Nicolle Hurd logging road dispute in favor of Mr. Hurd. Evidence showed Hurd built a road in a narrow canyon at substantial expense and that establishing the Fellman Nicolle road would exclude him. The petition for the road was denied.
Joe Solobrick of Colusa California recounts 15 years of rheumatic pain before trying Electric Bitters. He credits the medicine with complete relief and praises its benefits for liver kidney and general debility. Sold for 50 cents with satisfaction guaranteed by W L DeLano, druggist.
New York reports the Philippines end of Mackay’s Pacific cable to be completed today enabling uninterrupted telegraphic service worldwide. President Roosevelt will officially open the system on July Fourth and wire from the White House to John W. Mackay in New York. The link from London to Hong Kong spans about fifteen thousand miles.
Washington July 2 Kaiser William took offense at a report forwarded to the government by the commander of the U S battleship Kearsage during a recent inspection. The President has directed Minister Tower to make a suitable apology. Penn Indiana July 2 a cloudburst near this place flooded the Wabash River, submerging North Peru with six feet of water and forcing rail lines to shut down.
An act from the latest legislative session requires warehousemen or grain storage operators to post bonds. Effective July 1, it becomes unlawful to operate without a surety for faithful work. Penalties include up to 80 per day fines. Bonds range from 10 000 to 80 000. Each year by June 15, a storage and receipts statement must be filed.
Street Commissioner Turner sprinkles gravel along Willamette Street edge as a Salem couple quietly heads on their bridal journey. A sympathetic friend attached a note to their suitcase reading we are newly married please congratulate all, drawing notice and scattering rice by the time Woodburn is reached.
A long list of callers and travelers visits Eugene area. Folks arrive depart for Florence Creswell Springfield Portland Albany Cottage Grove Roseburg Independence McKenzie region and beyond. Notables include Rev Beutgen Rev Holmes Prof Condon Prof McAlister S. P. engineer Frank Anderson and officials on assorted trips and outings through early July.
Real estate transfers include Chas N Wait executor estate to M B Barker lots 2 3 4 and part of lot 1 block 4 original plat Eugene plus other lands. Stickneys to Higgins on College Hill Park lots 1 and 2. Willamette Real Estate to Charles Stanton lot 3 block 3 Crescent. Various other land deeds and mining claims listed with names and locations. Notary notice, marriage licenses, guardianship petition for Hans Hansen, plat filing for J E Young's addition to Cottage Grove.
A dispatch from Washington reports John Barrett of Portland will assume as minister to Argentina on July 10, serving until a China or Japan post becomes vacant. He previously declined Japan, and the State Department notes the decision could reflect shifting understanding of his diplomatic assignments.
Excursion rates east via Great Northern Railway. Chicago and return, St Louis and return, Peoria and return, St Paul and return, Minneapolis and return, Des Moines and return. Dates of sale June 4 5 and May 7 to 11 July 15 16 and August 2 3. Tickets good for 60 days. For full information call or address H Dickson city ticket agent 122 Third street Portland Oregon.
An auction or debt reminder from Chambers Hardware hints at unsettled balances and a request for payment. The message stresses owing money and urges future consideration, reflecting a local business collection note or informal reminder.
Freano California July 2 report of a battle on Tule River reserve near Porterville Sierras. Hob Filas an intoxicated participant in a holiday horse race stole to his cabin seized a rifle and opened fire on fellow Indians wounding four. He fled into the brush and remains at large.
Married Jos C Whitney of Fall Creek to Ida B Carr of Creswell on July 1 1908 at Creswell M E Church with Rev C A Housel officiating They will reside at Creswell Also Owen A Thompson wed Maggie K Walsh at the bride’s mother Mrs Kate Walsh home in Jasper on July 1 1903 and will live in the western part of the county
City marshal J.8 Stiles issues notice dated June 20 1903 ordering property owners to mow all grass and weeds adjacent to their properties and to clean up alleys at once. The directive emphasizes immediate compliance.
The famous Smeede farm near Wal terville comprises 177 acres with river bottom land and good improvements. Seventeen acres in hop, 12 in fruit, 2 in hay and vegetables, balance pasture. Cleared over 0,000 in twenty years. in best condition. For sale at reasonable price. Contact RE. F. Baker & Co. Eugene Oregon. Office over Lane County Bank.
C A Wintermeier invites applications for Fourth of July stand privileges in Hugene. Names include A W Christensen at northwest corner west park Homer Lakin at north center west park H W Donn at northwest corner west park W R C at center west park Epworth League at southeast corner county jail yard Ladies of G A R at southwest corner jail yard Frank Blanton on Eighth street west of the hall. Fees unpaid may withdraw. Some stands already underway. Literary exercises planned on the platform southeast corner east park.
A new chapter of the Odd Fellows Lodge was organized in Creswell with Judge J. J. Walton guiding the ceremony at the meeting. The lodge opened with 99 members, including 7 charter members and 32 initiated that night, with officers Fred Wright Noble Grand John Weeks Vice Grand Chris Hazleton Secretary and George Hawley Treasurer.
Walter Ross, manager of the Parker opera house, plans to keep the Parker running and has booked enough attractions to cover through January 1904. Scheduled shows include Where is Cobb, The Habits of Hamilton, Hello Bill, Millionaire Tramp, and Where the Bells Toll among others. With a new theatre, Eugene will have ample attractions next winter.
The warehouse behind Kay's gun store has been condemned as unsafe due to fire risk. Plans move to erect a corrugated iron building back from the alley to take its place, replacing the entirely wooden current structure.
This afternoon in Eugene Misa Rosetta McMasters wed Mr Geo Miller as Justice Wintermeier officiated the ceremony.
The Mazamas plan a pleasant annual outing with well provisioned meals and comfortable transport. The main party will climb the Middle Sister while the North Sister ascent tempts venturesome mountaineers. A meeting for all interested is set with President P L Campbell on Friday evening July 4 at 8 p m in the Hoffman House parlors.
Salem special notes that Oregon will elect 10 circuit judges and 1 district attorney next spring alongside a supreme judge and a food and dairy commissioner. Three over until 1906 and Rakin will serve until 1908. All district attorneys go out of office next year. Quiet campaigning will begin later in the year.
After the season ends July 20 Eugene promises several exhibition games with Portland Vancouver Oregon City and Eastern Oregon teams. Management aims to keep the squad in the area and play on home grounds against Northwest amateur nines, confident in a strong, splendid team capable of defeating opponents.
An advertisement touts New Life Pills by W. L. De No as a busy remedy turning weakness into strength improving energy and mental power. Priced at 26 per box, the copy markets the product as a health booster despite lacking medical claims or endorsements.
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