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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1910
Page
6
Women speak of the cure for secret ailments through Dr. Li. V. Pierce of Buffalo Minnesota. The favorite Prescription is widely credited with relieving female distress and restoring health, earning trust across communities.
A double wedding near Vale Oregon was disrupted when John Williams of Bellevue Idaho vanished days before the ceremony. Miss Pennington and James Park married on time while Williams’s sister awaited the groom. The sheriff searched fearing foul play, but Williams later returned home with no explanation given by him or his parents.
V Robovaky Sr receives a letter from his son V Robovaky Jr an attorney in Cedar Rapids Iowa stating he has sold the property and will soon relocate to Eugene to take up residence in that city.
Raywin Hurlburt a 14 year old son of a local plumber was committed to a reform school at Salem for forgery. He attempted to pass a 32 dollar check drawn in his favor on June 29 at Tom Bennetts meat market and later at Sterners grocery. A horse trader accompanied him. The forged check led to a pony purchase and later a suit of clothes before discovery and sheriff notification. He confessed at the juvenile court hearing.
The piece notes an extreme Sunday heat with temperatures near 95 degrees, the Portland reading at 97, and Eugene likely around 85. It describes people minimizing outdoor activity and staying indoors to cope with the heat episode of the year.
Vev. I. Smith, a commission merchant on Ninth Street, is installing a large cold storage room at his place of business to enhance refrigeration and storage capacity for perishable goods.
Local store advertises heavy reductions on kids, men and women footwear. Pat. Kid and Cadet styles, kid, vici and tan oxfords, plus box calf and gunmetal options, all discounted from $1.75 to $4.00 range. Henderson, Thompson and Hamill brands featured with sale prices highlighted. Also notes reductions on corsets and knit ties as part of liquidation.
The Eu gene Young Men's Christian Association board met and planned improvements for next winter. A deep well and possible electric pumping plant to supply water were discussed, grounds would be leveled and grassed, and a large rear wood shed for fuel planned. The employment bureau is successful and camping trips were postponed due to staff illness and limited numbers. The Buchanan lectures begin with Mr. Buchanan and slides of Paris Kime tonight. Prizes were awarded for parade decorations and flower displays by individuals and groups, including Rebekahs and several children.
The two year old son of Mr and Mrs J P Thorall living near Point Terrace suffered a ragged wound on a cheek after a mishap while playing near the house. It is believed he fell and struck his face on a sharp object. A local fire and police blotter notes arrests for J H Miller and Wm Jephcott for drunkenness and disorderly conduct with fines paid. Other items include a liquor charge against Mr Benson, a postal service route change between Florence and Wald and visits by Rev David Leppert to settle in Florence. The schooner Oakland sailed for San Francisco with lumber. A fire near the north jetty was quickly contained at the government building. The launch Queen went to Coos Bay for repairs and freight then returned.
The third annual sweet pea show in Cottage Grove on July 11 under the Women's Club drew praise as the best exhibit since the event began three years ago. Judge Ralph L. Scott of Portland commended the club, and the Lawson building was festooned with flowers for the event. A parade featured on Saturday at 11 o'clock, led by the mayor.
A fire about 9 30 Friday morning in Brownsville destroyed the home of S P Barger, caused by a stove flue, with an estimated loss of 1000 and 500 insurance. City hall and Osburn’s drug store roofs also caught fire, water damage to stock possibly 5900, likely from a windborne cinder.
LeCrosse Wisconsin July report: J Ole Storey Oregon lumberman and former mayoralty candidate offered a 19000 fountain for Copeland Park to honor his mother, but the park commission refused the proposed prominent site, suggesting a corner location instead. Storey left for Oregon after disputes over placement and the commission’s stance.
The Grants Pass Outlook quotes the Eugene Register urging a Republican revival in Oregon. The piece questions how far back the editor’s nostalgia reaches and notes the 1870s to 1890s era as open to debate. The writer asks the Register to define what constitutes an old fashioned Republican item in the state’s history.
Builders push Fifth Street loop of street railway aided by P B E and officials to cover the remaining 6059 required after earlier 12000 bonus shortfall. Local committees organize along route to raise funds while College Hill line nears completion. If on target, work could start this summer and finish by fall, with full West Fifth Street to connect to College Hill loop.
Judge Harris handed down several decrees in the circuit court. Milo McCord vs Margaret McCord grants a divorce on grounds of impotency. they wed at De Witt in 1908. Hughes versus Hughes resolves partition of property with Creswell property to be sold by a referee. Oregon and Southern Railway case overruled demurrer with deadlines to plead. Harvey vs Scott awards $1675.
Rev. Bender new U B church pastor expects to move family from Medford. Miss Mary Day visits Eugene then Irving. D C Bruce from Roseburg visits Irving friends after 4th in Eugene. Mrs Charles Metcalf Seattle visits son Harry Zumwalt near Irving. Miss Whilmna Goode extends visit to Halsey. Mrs E H Fisher Portland visitors in Irving. Miss Harriet Knight Eugene visits Irving relatives. Mrs R B Bond goes to Eugene. Irving notes several miles of sidewalk recently built as progress continues.
The Salem German society plans a trip to Eugene on Sunday in July to help dedicate the new park and German society clubhouse. Salem residents recall a prior visit by Eugene residents and will return the favor with a special car organized by officials for those attending.
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