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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1902
Page
5
The article notes signs that a Great Central railway from Salt Lake to an unnamed destination is taking shape. It mentions Walters, an Ohio furniture store worker earning nine dollars weekly, as heir to millions and wonders his plans. It recalls juror bribery convictions in Illinois with fines of two hundred dollars each.
Grants Pass endures a spate of fires with business blocks and a major mill destroyed in recent years. Despite devastation, residents show spirit as new structures rise to replace the burned ones and keep the town moving forward.
Mrs Wagoner claims the reward for Mer rill's body discovery and delivery to authorities, while Tracy may pursue a prior claim. Lord Salisbury and Sir Michael Hicks Beach resign from government duties, seeking retirement from onerous offices, though officials rarely step down unless necessary. King Edward is expected to recover.
Many papers argue bloodhounds are valuable for following trails that detectives cannot. They possess instinct to follow a trail, but capturing the game remains dangerous work and depends on men accompanying the hounds.
Ten thousand freight handlers press for one half cent more per hour while ten big railroad companies resist. The Chicago wholesale trade stalls, merchants suffer daily losses nearing a million dollars. A Virginia constitutional measure bans official passes on railroads, but enforcement is questioned as railways may still grant free rides.
The piece notes officers tried by court martial for crimes from murder to theft have not seen convictions. It argues Prees’s initial sensational coverage fades as trials proceed and defendants are found not guilty, questioning whether army trials are white-wash or if journalists should be tried for sensationalism.
Fragmentary text describes the city revered as home of piety facing rapid transformation, with early hints of concern about cultural or social shifts impacting its traditional character. The readable fragments imply a shift away from historic values observed by locals.
The Philadelphia North American denounces the city council as sordid grafters and ignorant to competitors, showing utter indifference to public welfare. It claims officials are active in ill doing yet fail to act without the prospect of loot.
The document portrays Belding as a bold, defiant figure who boasted he would not kill himself or flee, insisting on facing lawful execution for plans to exterminate a family he had long feud with, a stance described as freakish among criminals. The article compares his resolve to other cases while underscoring his claimed bravery and readiness for punishment.
Citizens urge a railroad from Salt Lake or Winnemucca into Southeastern Oregon to unlock vast resources in Klamath Crook Lake Harney and Malheur counties. A crossing via Middle Fork Pass could reach Portland and Coca Bay, boosting passenger, lumber, grain, stock and trade transport and positioning the line for transcontinental competition. Early completion is hoped.
Walter B Dillard of Goshen Oregon is elected principal of the Riddle School District. A University of Oregon graduate with AB and AM degrees, he has seven years of teaching experience in district 9 and 45 and coached track at Oregon. The board says they are fortunate to secure his services for the coming year.
The advertisement invites residents to bring chittim bark and wool to W Sandere in Eugene where the merchant promises the highest cash price. The notice emphasizes prompt payment and a simple transaction for raw materials.
In Eugene travelers can rent a bed at the Courthouse Lodging House. New beds, freshly painted rooms, clean painted floors, and Brus sels carpet at each bed. Located just back of the courthouse.
July 1 notes list numerous local movements and visits. Hon R A Booth remains in San Francisco while BF Keeney and J A Sears travel through Goshen and Baginaw respectively. Several residents head to Albany for visits or return home after trips to Spokane Cottage Grove Eugene and Moscow Idaho. A typhoid case is treated in Wendling and Foresters of America prepare to install officers.
Dexter Jottings reports Parker returns from Idaho to Pleasant Hill while Williams’ log drive reaches Fail Creek. Barney Williams moves to Taylor place and J Allis runs his logging camp. Large timber is being cut. Midgely and Hollenbeck of Eugene inspect the Midde Fork timber prospects. Misses Henry Cain and Tom Bowe head to Prineville to locate. The Goshen Zion route is a fine main stage in Lane County with a new three seated rig. Grandma Neetie visits Wesley. High winds Monday blew down timber across fences and fields, a common July pattern.
One of the choicest residences in Eugene on Willamette street offered for sale. Also 147 acres on the Military road near Eugene and Lowell with 70 acres bottom land, 12 acres cleared, and a timbered rear hill. includes a four room house, smokehouse, and harness. Trade or sale contemplated. Rent listing for stock and fruit ranch, 440 acres with 50 in cultivation and 10 in orchard, near Walterville. contact E M Bowerman.
County Commissioners Court invites bids for grading and graveling on the McKenzie River route starting at Hendricks Ferry to Barney Wood hill and for hauling and spreading gravel on the road between Thureton and McKenzie stock farm. Bids due by October 10, 1902. Bond required and court may reject any bid. July 4, 1902.
At the grand lodge session in Portland new officers of AOU W are named. William Smith of Baker City is Grand master workman and G H Durham of Portland is Grand foreman. Other posts include Virgil E Watters from Corvallis as Grand overseer and Newton Clark of Hood River as Grand recorder.
Classified section notes a 358 acre farm six miles south of Creeno Oregon for trade in Lane County with good bottom land and ample water. Also seeks workers for timber mill on Coast Fork River with good pay in Cottage Grove Oregon. Farrow Co advertises binders mowers and rakes, buys a buggy horse and handles real estate insurance and cans for bargains.
A consumer note asserts Grove's Tasteless Chill tonic contains only iron and quinine as printed on each bottle. The label stresses there is no cure and no pay.
Courthouse notices show several property transfers including Bernhard and Bertha Winter to Louis E Bean for 160 acres in township 10 laorde at $1800, Wolf and Rachel Sanders to C Jen for 3 acres in township 176 6 4 w at $400, Louis E Bean to Chas Mayhew for 160 acres in township 17 or 46 at $1.60, M Travis to Fred Fick for 160 acres in township 19 or 6 w at $1.60, and a note about a laxative advertisement with E W Girove’s signature on each box.
A small notice requests a few cords of wood to be issued on a subscription basis from the GUARD office. The item is sought for community needs, with arrangements to be made through the office.
The University of Oregon will open its twenty seventh session at Eugene on Wednesday September 17. The year shows a promising outlook with new faculty members selected for readiness and skill. Repairs and improvements are underway on buildings including the dormitory gymnasium and Deady Hall. Students seeking admission should contact the president for guidance. catalogues are available on request.
Junction Deadwood Stage Line leaves Junction on Monday Wednesday Friday at 6 am for Maleton via Deadwood and way points Returns Tuesday Thursday and Saturday. Single fare five fifty for rolled trip. For details inquire at Bayant or address East Drugstore Junction City.
Washington July 17 report to the secretary of war recommends a new uniform color for soldiers known as olive drab. The shade is described as less visible in the field than other colors, marking a notable change for U S and European military apparel.
Chickens butter and eggs bought at highest cash prices by Seattle Produce Co located on West Sth street in Eugene. Also mentions a remedy for malaria chills and fever with tasteless iron and quinine in a bottle, offering no cure no pay.
Woodchoppers sought to cut buyer wood along the river road at Jenetion. Applicants should report to the stated address for job details and access.
Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets promise to cure a cold in one day with a no cure no pay offer. Price set at 25 cents. Advert contains bold claims and typical patent medicine language of the era.
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