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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1900
Page
1
A partial OCR excerpt references Eugene and a local rite or event. The text is garbled and names or dates are unclear, but it suggests an aging ceremony or gathering in Eugene, Oregon, with mentions of groups or locations. Limited readability prevents full details.
A Junction City man named James Hovterd, a well to do farmer, attempted a cash merchandising venture after years in politics. He started a grocery business, failed quickly, and left investors facing losses as Harry Nilliga and Clark offered to close accounts. The scheme involved selling notes, collecting money, and absconding with funds within thirty days, amounting to substantial sums and affecting multiple creditors.
Hag S H Hozgat H Hagvard of Empire City Coda county visits Eugene as Union candidate for prosecuting attorney. Known for service 1876 1880 and 1908 county practice. Backers urge upright capable man to fill the position on ballot. Inspector Edwards and Fuller review the freak steam in Eugene and its log towing potential with new owners deciding to enter towing business.
A correspondent defends J R Hill against accusations that he opposes a union ticket. The writer recalls Hill’s past support for reform unity, notes Hill’s absence from a prior meeting due to other duties, and claims Hill later endorsed the writer’s view. He nominates Hill as delegate from South Junction, asserts Hill declined, and criticizes a rival for partisan meddling in the North County race with references to local editors and newspapers. The letter asserts no Democratic, Populist, Silver Republicans in the north end and calls for orderly conduct among Republicans. The author signs with willingness to prove his statements if challenged.
Portland letter-writer L Aimm erman rebuts a Oregonian misread on the Blue River nines output. He says Ye Lucky Boy mine is profitable, not for sale, and not to be boarded. He challenges the source of the information as unreliable.
The May 24 Lakeview Rustler reports a fierce fire leaving the business district a vacancy pit. Goods are being ordered by wire and contracts let for rebuilding as locals salvage what they can and rebuild under makeshift shelters. Dr Daly and union politics are noted amid the destruction with a stark portrait of displaced citizens and burned buildings.
Hon I Bilyeu addresses Siuslaw precinct residents in Lorane Oregon on Saturday evening June 4 at 1 o clock. The event draws a large audience with many ladies present. HG Miller of University Book Store reports interior improvements at the business. The Salem post office building will be a handsome three story structure, as described by the Statesman, comparing favorably with the Oregon Capitol and the Marion County courthouse nearby.
Federal judge issues injunction allowing the fed and local health officials to compel inoculation of Chinese residents in San Francisco to prevent plague spread. Court orders cannot prevent residents from leaving the city.
A Regide reporter notes that Smith claims tax cuts favored foreign firms, with real estate taxes down 20 percent aiding railroad and land companies. California land and personal property taxes affect farmers, merchants, and others, while the Beta taxes were $115 lower than last year. Hilda Hobson arrives in the city with a Celestial paramour, the original Hilda who once lived here and now travels from Lane County.
Last evening a four year old child of G L Larimer of Springfield fractured its arm below the elbow after falling from a teetering board. Dr Brown attended to the case. Albany Democrat notes Eugene event with Mr William Ralston and Mrs Pisteina Biddle on May 2 and conveys best wishes from many locals.
Scranton Pa May 29 All of the Roaikas gunbda from the Padge squadron have been sent to Taku. The move suggests a planned troop lag and the need for Maist ance from dowd greygeihes. Auction Wed of the Lehigh Valley road line Sayre to Jersey City yields SGbqGdes.
Well known grain buyer W H Baber of Junction leased the Junction City Flouring Mill from Eugene Savings Bank for a term beginning July 1. Baber plans to run the mill full time and expects it to yield fair returns.
A reader comments on delays in recording deeds and questions legality of warrants and county procedures. The letter mentions a one month lag, a planned audit, and concerns about misuse of records to pressure individuals, with demands for accountability from Lee and other officials.
A stream of visitors and movements through Eugene is noted, including Pam residents Dally G d and My 2 Rep L Pont, Dr Dell Jo mp Gr FoR Portam, JP Jehaps in Tig Marthe Paige for city affairs, and Mrs deott Boagraa. Several residents from Albany and Milwaukee visit Prossor ang and Mrs Jne Stragb, with Judge Herritt delivering speeches in outlying districts.
May 28 Creswell Oregon Trypheni Tiffany appointed postmaster at Creswell replacing the late William Tiffany Contak Bork Braves. A three year old child of Gabriel Cummings fell from a wagon yesterday fracturing a collar bone. Dr Brown set the fracture and the patient is recovering.
In a troubled session, Hou. D. It is said that R. Skipworth missed his vote, with Long Tom speaking and Republicans divided. Skipworth mourns the lapse as the outcome falters amid the fray.
Real estate transfers listed include Henry Gates to Paul Sorenson for 16.56 acres near Creswell and Cottage Grove plus bond deeds and quit claims. Edward F Judkins to Edwin Crawford for 20 acres. J M Harris to S C McCoy for 160 acres in Lane County. First National Bank Eugene to LC Potter and W A Potter. various other deeds and bonds totaling several thousand dollars.
A May 27 1000 letter from L. Simons to The Brownguile Times criticizes McQueen for grafts in the last legislature and asserts loyalty to Republicans. It notes a local mill shutting down due to work stoppage, with Miller declining to continue operation and ownership unclear.
The article notes Lord Roberts advancing toward Pretoria within ten days to protect mines and mentions an authoritative cable stating the Orange Free State has been annexed, renamed the Orange River States, with Kroger of Travava cited. The tone reflects wartime reportage on strategic moves and territorial changes.
The service includes a baccalaureate sermon by Deg E Sanderson D D at 11 am with ordination of six young men to the ministry of the Word, directed by Ren Rose and assisted by Dean Sanderson and Rev Kellemes, followed by the annual address to graduates and a church record of condolences for Mrs. Cona Ham and others, with notices of Miss Heattie and travel plans.
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