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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1909
Page
7
A Northern and Southern veteran exchange lines about reunion and readiness to take up arms again if the nation needs it. The Southern veteran recalls Civil War battles with Stonewall Jackson and Lee, while the Northern veteran recalls Vicksburg and Bull Run, ending with commitment to defend the country together.
The editorial urges Eugene to pursue railroad expansion by local funding and initiative. It argues a twenty five mile line could boost undeveloped areas and elevate the city as a commercial center, encouraging further lines with local subscriptions and enterprise. It dismisses reliance on foreign capital and calls for quick, energetic action.
An editorial asserts tuberculosis is not hereditary but caused by bacterial infection. It urges public action to curb transmission by keeping streets clean, preventing spitting, and reducing airborne germs. The piece highlights public responsibility and medical progress against the disease.
A historic call urges cities to fight tuberculosis spread by enforcing anti expectoration laws and eradicating disease vectors. The text argues for embracing railroad expansion to make Eugene a transportation hub, supporting Siuslaw railroad and Carver extension proposals to attract stronger lines and foster urban growth.
A columnist notes some people place inflated value on themselves seeking large damages for heartbreak and damaged reputation. A New York case, for unjustified arrest, saw a plaintiff claim twenty pounds lost due to humiliation, seeking $10,000, implying he values himself at $500 per pound.
An officious traffic policeman in Cincinnati was chastised for overstepping duties after arresting a wagon rider for running into a car. Soon after, he received a genuine silver medal from the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, prompting disbelief and amusement in Cincinnati.
Reports from the steamer Veraston describe a severe mosquito attack along the Madeira river Brazil. Most of the crew were disabled, three men died, and fifteen were hospitalized in Kingston Jamaica. New Jersey officials mock the mosquito outbreak while lamenting other local losses. Horsemen complain the Eugene district fair purses are too small to attract entrants, with Marshfield Derby prizes cited. Senator Bourne joins the White House golf club and may back a second term bid.
A poem evokes the little green tents where weary soldiers sleep. It recalls men who were young at sixty two and went to distant wars, where sod shelters became a symbol of sacrifice and national pride.
The Siuslaw district approved a $100,000 bond for harbor improvements, pledging to transform western Lane County. Proponents say the project will attract investment, spur lumber and farm outputs, and boost rail and water transport linking Florence, Eugene, and beyond, signaling rapid regional development.
The notice lists Misa Grace Meredith of Eugene who died in Redlands at 20, survived by mother and siblings Birdina and Joe, with burial likely in Napa. Also William Albert Holzgang dies at one year six days in Eugene. Tyron J. Brackett, Civil War veteran, reported at 760 Pearl and to have funeral later. James Higgins dies at 75 in Eugene Hospital from a general breakdown after influenza, funeral planned at Gordon's with Masonic interment.
At Deerhorn schoolhouse East Eugene W C T U held an elocution contest. Mrs Hobbs won the medal after readings including Poor House Now and Father’s Prayer. Others read How Long Oh How Long How Long The Result of Treating and On Chimney. The program was well received and the community invites the group back.
Born May 24 1999 to Mr and Mrs Rudolph Brown a daughter on the Long Tom. At Eugene hospital May 36 1909 to J H Colde and wife of Wendling a daughter. At Eugene hospital May 26 1909 to Joseph Koke and wife of Eugene a daughter. Opal Hatch 16 of Salem died at 1 30 yesterday morning of heart failure after a lingering illness.
An old advertisement touts Perry Davis Painkiller as the oldest and best medicine for internal and external aches. It sells 35 cent bottles and urges readers to carry it for emergencies in thousands of homes worldwide.
Notice in Lane County Oregon Circuit Court that Susie H. Balderree filed on May 8 1909 for initial registration of Lot 6 Block 1 Beotts Add to Eugene. Defendants George M Winds Merritt Winds unknown heirs and all concerned must answer by June 15 1909 or the application will be granted by default and the title will be registered.
W N Delano will construct a brick building on the site of the old frame Watkin g and Miller meat market on Willamette street. The firm Watking and Miller have been notified to vacate by July 18, the lease expiration date.
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