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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1901
Page
6
The article reviews the suicide of Bresci, assassin of the late King Humbert, in his Italian prison. It laments solitary confinement and quiet observation, arguing torture and cruel conditions persist despite reforms and condemn the Italian killer.
An opinion attributed to the Supreme Court is described as excluding territorial possessions from constitutional protections, arguing duties and imports may be controlled by Congress there. The piece portrays sugar interests as powerful and questions US reach beyond states, suggesting the constitution’s reach is limited in territories.
A commentary on John D Rockefeller speaking to his son's Sunday school about benefactions while withholding a claim that his labor payments yield a yearly $70 million profit from $23 million paid by the public. The piece questions true philanthropy and suggests fair pricing of oil products as reform.
European governments press China for 355 million in six percent bonds payable in gold, effectively doubling the claim on a silver standard. The note suggests sending back white missionaries to remind of the commandment Thou shalt not steal.
The census returns of Great Britain reveal Scotland now has a larger population than Ireland. Years of oppression and denial of rights have driven mass Irish expatriation, forcing a people with strong ties to kin and homeland to seek new homes abroad.
The Portland police judge hiked the sidewalk bicycle fine from one to five dollars and now requires the payment up front as security, ending the previous credit arrangement.
The Oregonian reports Standard Oil directors declared 12 percent dividend in March, after 20 percent in March last year, noting $32 million profits on $100 million invested this year. It details capital dilution from $10 million to $100 million in 1899 and claims $113 million in profits on the inflated capital in two years, arguing elevated yields mask true value and price effects.
A group of transients were arrested in Albany for robbing a freight car of perfumery and pencils. After a justice court examination two were held for the offense and four were bound over as witnesses. The county must bear the expense of their confinement until the court convenes.
The death at Newport removes a once prominent Willamette Valley figure. He had long passed the allotted three score and ten years, leaving behind memories of a man esteemed as a friend by many.
A remark highlights the coffin combine as among the closest and most successful trusts, remarking how singular such a stake is to enter, since no man should wish to be involved in it.
Daily Guard reports Eu gene High School track events held at the University of Oregon with Kaykendall’s team leading the 108 yard dash broad jump and 440 yard run. Crow and Gideon were top finishers in several races before a rainstorm halted further events. remainder scheduled later. An adjoining real estate ad offers 6461 acres with 100 cultivated, timber, water, and a 9 room house near a depot for 12.50 per acre.
In Washington Senator Depew predicts President McKinley will be renominated and elected to a third term. He argues the people favor continuity, business interests trust his administration, and fears of change favor McKinley. The piece notes other Republicans share this sentiment and compare past figures to today.
A joint meeting of Philomathians Amicit ians and Dexiane featured a debate on ship subsidies as proposed in Senator Hanna's bill. The negative won the judges decision after discussions. The evening also included addresses music and recitations by society leaders and guests.
The long distance telephone line has been completed to Pleasant Hill, expanding regional communications and enabling rapid outbound calls to the town from elsewhere. Local officials hailed the milestone as a boon for business and personal connections.
Eugene public schools near summer break with exams starting May 20 for elementary and following day for high school. Memorial Day activities, track games on campus, dramatic club play, brass band concert, Eighth Grade promotions, and the first Eugene High School commencement in the Christian church. Names include Herbert Eastland Lola Howe Loris Johnson Mae Kinsey Clay Rhodes Nellie Smith Frank Taylor Orville Waller Chester Washbourne Cora Riggs Wold.
London reports detail how royal and noble ranks differ in what counts as necessaries when controlled by trustees. Dukes may require seven bottles of champagne weekly plus carriages and servants, while viscounts and barons have smaller allowances. doctors fare somewhat better though wine is restricted. The piece notes how guardians, income, and debt affect what a duke, viscount, baron, or commoner can keep, with lawyers and clergy facing unique limits.
A Massachusetts boy, aged six, fears sleeping alone after a new baby arrives. He recalls his grandfather's war service and asks his mother to let him place his grandpa's flag at the head of his bed, hoping the protective folds will keep him safe as he drifts to sleep.
Sealed bids will be received by the Lane County Oregon county commissioners court until 1 p.m. Wednesday June 5 1901 for furnishing materials and building a 75 foot covered bridge over Hear Creek near the Mahan place four miles west of Junction City. Bids require diagrams plans and specifications and the court may reject any bid. County Clerk EU Lee notes bent costs and procurement details.
An advertisement touts Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as a cure for itching piles and wounds. It claims thousands of cures and a money back guarantee, with WaveLane as the holder. A brief note mentions a woman seeking a refund at the sheriff’s office after an incident near the depot.
An English traveler staying with mountaineers took silver from a packing case to eat. An old woman cried, saying she weeps because her son is absent to rob the traveler of those beautiful things.
A fragment captures a humorous exchange about a man in a celluloid collar and $3 trousers set against a philosophical aside on time and life. The dated Philadelphia North American voice adds period flavor to a casual street scene.
A Kansas City Star excerpt recounts Rufus a boy polishing a doctor's shoes during a shave. The doctor tests paralysis by pin prick, and Rufus, skeptical, asserts he knows more about rheumatism and paralysis than the physician. The boy accepts his fate and calls himself common ole misery.
A professor declares the pole a useless measurement during a lecture. A Polish man protests and seeks apology, then is told it takes 40 poles to make a road. In a separate exchange a prosecutor and talesman discuss a White Caps injury case with a jokey misdefinition of a whitecap.
In Detroit Free Press style, Dashaway and Miss Pinkerly discuss a doctor's strict diet. She reveals one day weekly when she may eat freely, making the luncheon invitation notably bold and indicating she accepted the proposal.
Fragmentary OCR describes a community event with a band procession and campment planned for July 24 and the Fourth Regiment involvement. References to national parade, celebrations, and a mass meeting are noted, with unclear names and dates due to text damage.
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