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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1903
Page
11
In the weekly Eugene Guard dated Saturday June 6, Mr Hermann recalls a congressional race. The column mixes humor about a toothy newborn in Olympia and a rural speculation on irrigation. It notes three million acres of wind potential in Eastern Oregon and the value of storage from winter snows to boost bloom.
British Columbia premier Prior was ousted from his cabinet last week and then dismissed from office yesterday morning by his superior, the lieutenant governor, ending his tenure amid a political shakeup.
The June flood in Kansas brings heavy property losses and deaths. At Salem asylum a woman set her dress on fire in several places and did not cry out as the flames consumed her, indicating a longing for death rather than rescue.
The Morning Plaindealer debuts in Roseburg while the Evening Review fills the local newspaper scene. Opinion divides over sustaining two dailies with readers likely to favor one strong paper rather than two weak ones.
Theron RK Strong, a Yale University senior, was arrested for disturbing the peace amid a hack drivers strike dispute over fare. Had his name been John Smith, the incident would likely have drawn little notice.
A Kansas City flood tale recounts four hundred drownings and forty thousand homeless. Armouradale, a suburb, sees three story blocks crumble as the Missouri River carves a channel through the center, nearly wiping the town from the map.
Baron Shibusawa visiting the country visited the Chamber of Commerce and met the president. He characterized the man as practical and asked how they could make money as the dominant topic of their conversation. The dialogue touches on Society, drew, the ladies, and the weather as lighter fare.
The report notes Joseph Chamberlain asking the King to bestow a special mark of honor on his wife, a move admired by many who value gracious recognition of obligation. The public scene prompts reflection on Chamberlain’s gratitude and the prominence of his American spouse.
Morning Q Register notes Mr White leaving for Home in Haker City and Mr Lathrop returning to Portland to recount events. The Guard gains some satisfaction from a 20 to 400 majority in Lane for Hermann who is called a rascal. The Republican majority across the district falls from five thousand to under two thousand amid intra party tensions and bids for office. Rod Hermann is said to be satiated with a one vote margin. The piece criticizes Binger and the party’s figures as burdens on supporters.
A recent census of Scotland and Ireland shows neither country materially exceeds Ohio in population and Ohio has room for a good many marr people.
Six hundred ninety five immigrants were denied admission to the United States above the Canadian border in April. Most of those excluded suffered from some form of contagious disease.
The census reports a world population of about 4260000000. It notes that inhabitants of Manchuria Mongolia Tibet and Turkestan were not counted, but their numbers were estimated to supplement the total.
The remark highlights that even great magnates like Carnegie or Rockefeller could probably smoke three or four cheap cigars daily without seeming extravagant. It contrasts moral opinions on wealth with tolerance for frugal excess among the ultra-rich.
A Philippine post office official is accused of stealing two thousand dollars of government money and the four hundred pound safe that held the funds. The incident is described as an audacious act likened to stealing a hot stove.
A New York man astonishes medical professionals by living with a bullet lodged in his brain. Observant doctors note that many people live without brains, yet this case highlights the peculiar and remarkable limits of human physiology.
The speaker argues against the idea that no man can work too hard, contrasting Harvard president Elliott’s view with the weariness of farmers who toil from sunrise to sunset and end up bowed and rheumatic by forty-five.
The American Society of Equity issues a farmers bulletin advising not to sell wheat until Chicago prices reach 1.00, then dump all on the market. The writer doubts the group’s notoriety and warns that if farmers followed the advice they could enrich themselves beyond measure.
William Dean Howells, famed as the dean of American letters, walked the Tenderloin district at night in loose English attire. He spoke with a policeman who saluted him, and the exchange touched on the idea that much character is lost in the district.
A fragmented dialogue shows a family quarrel about a boy named William. The mother questions why his sympathies lie with the cat while the father claims he sides with the dog, revealing a comic or critical tension in the scene.
Dialogue fragment shows a groom and bride banter over the mother joining their wedding trip. The bride asserts the mother will accompany them, noting the groom should be grateful they are including her in the journey. The tone hints at social expectation and family involvement in wedding plans.
In a brief exchange Mr Com rox reports his youngest daughter excels under her instructor. The mentor says she plays Mozart in a manner Mozart himself would never have imagined, reflecting high praise for her talent.
Daily Guard notes a June 2 reception hosted by Mrs Geo Lilly and Mrs Laura Bradley with about 125 guests. Roses and floral decor drew praise as Miss Ella Dobie and others served at the table, while cards announce the June 14 wedding of W Almond Hemenway of Cottage Grove to Ora Elizabeth Read of Pleasant Hill.
Public School Examination lists dates for eighth grade exams to be held in Lane county public schools on May 20, 21, 22 and June 17, 18, 19, 1908. Teachers must notify the number of questions wanted and the chosen examination date. Requests to be received promptly to ensure sufficient lists. April 15, 1903.
Nice clean beds at the Court House Lodging House for percenta. Every room an outside room. No cooking on premises except for family and that entirely disconnected from lodging part of house. No dusty carpets Clean painted floors with a rug to each bed. Just back of and on same block as Court House. Quiet locality. No beds at any time of the tram. Jayth Henderson's or Beard.
A list of real estate transfers is recorded, detailing multiple buyers and sellers, parcel sizes, township locations, and monetary amounts. Notable names include Eugene, Packard’s, Springfield, and Scott’s additions, with transfers ranging from 40 to 372.56 acres and prices like 100 to Ark, reflecting a broad slate of conveyances across townships 16 through 178.
Notarial commission for J A Roberts filed with the county clerk and a medical license for James F E Hosmer filed with the county clerk. The text lists witnesses Chester O Bean Kathryn Brynd Alvin Brown Jennie Simmons Walter Eddy Henry Dixon Maud Gillespie J T Brabham and notary public scope and filing.
In Leesville Indiana W H Brown, thought near death, owes his life to Dr King's New Discovery for Consumption. He testifies the remedy eased asthma pain and led to a cure. The ad claims cures for consumption pneumonia bronchitis and grip with a 30 cent price and a one dollar guarantee. Trial bottles are offered free.
A large light yellow Jersey cow, two and a half miles southwest of Eugene, disappeared from a farm after May 30. It was milking with twin calves, ear marks noted, believed stolen. Reward offered by B A Rickman, Eugene. Also an ad from Eugene Real Estate & Investment Co offering limited treasury stock in Lucky Boy Mining Company at Ticente for part owners to apply.
Diamond chick food promises rapid growth and strong health for young chickens. Chambers' Hard wars.
The document lists numerous constable fees and account items including Election, Reform School, Courthouse, Park, Light and Water, Sheriff, Death Watch, jail guard, and deputy positions. It records amounts for coroner services, burial costs, ferryman fees, surveyor and assessor deputies, and county officers. It also notes excursion rail rates east by the Great Northern Railway with various city pairings and sale dates.
Lace curtain stretchers advertised at Chambers Hardware with a quick sales push. The Rankin closing sale promises big bargains before it ends, urging buyers not to miss the chance to cure home items at reduced prices.
A promotional piece extols Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a cure for nervousness sleeplessness and irritability in early motherhood. It includes testimonials from Mrs. Ethel Trepid and Mrs. Anna Russell praising restored health and urges women to consult Dr. Pierce by mail for treatment and the Common Sense Medical Adviser.
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