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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1903
Page
12
A vintage health ad urges protection against colds and La Grippe with Dr Hlarter's Iron Tonic. It warns of dangerous after effects that weaken lungs and kidneys, claiming iron fortifies the system to ward off illness or fight it after infection.
SARTER'S ON TONIC claims to supply iron to the blood to combat Colds or La Grippe. It asserts use before during or after illness can prevent or shorten the course, with women especially benefiting from its strengthening effects.
A mixed Oregon dispatch reports floods swelling in the Middle West refugees finding new homes, hotel construction near the depot, a new laundry mangle bought for $1000, and new shops opening in Salem area. It notes coaching changes, local police resignations, burglaries in Corvallis, illness in Brownsville, a pastor granted leave, and a humorous post office tale about debts and editors.
June reports from Scripps News Association describe major forest fires in multiple New England towns. The fires darken skies with smoke as authorities assess damages amid dry spring conditions. Also noted are Vatican concerns over Pope Leo's serious illness and Prince Henry of Prussia's planned North Pacific coast visit. Horace McKinley, under arrest for land deal fraud, claims a mystery warrant points to his ex partner Clyde Lloyd in a separate suit.
A dynamite discovery on the Chicago and Alton track near Lincoln, Bloomington, June 4, raises suspicions of an attempt on the president’s life during his special train passage. Chicago anarchists are suspected as police and secret service teams probe the case, which officials deem highly alarming.
In Grant's Pass the recent election saw substantial betting on county results. Josephine County favored Reames with a 175 majority, surprising many. Some Republicans and Hermann supporters lost up to 100, with others losing from 10 to 50.
A Lloyds dispatch from Valparaiso reports the Pacific Navigation Company steamship Arequiah foundered Tuesday night with five aboard. The gale wrecked several large ships and many smaller boats in Valparaiso harbor, causing significant damage to the city.
The Eagles state convention meets in The Dalles Oregon on Friday and Saturday with delegates from Oregon Washington Idaho and Montana. Officials expect about 60 delegates to attend and the lodge plans to entertain guests royally with a Friday business session and a Saturday banquet.
Reports from Pekin dated June 4 say the rebellion in Yanan Province is widening quickly and may surpass Boxers in atrocity levels. The growing unrest signals a severe crisis with potential for further uprisings.
A first class farm combined for sale with stock ranch features. The listing notes a compact operation with three and limited details, inviting inquiries for full specifications and pricing.
Miss Marie Ware was arrested in Portland on charges of forgery and conspiracy, with Deputy U S Marshal Worthington taking her into custody briefly at the Federal Building. Bonds of 1000 each were posted by G F McClintock and Finley Morrison for her appearance. Attorneys O Day and Tarpley represent McKinley and Ware. Authorities say she will face trial like others connected to Oregon land frauds.
Hon C P Hoff of Portland was sworn in as Labor Commissioner by the State Board, after a visit to Salem. He is described as affable, capable, and plans to move his family to Salem for his official headquarters. Hoff is an agent for the Southern Pacific Company, formerly of Lane County, now residing in Portland. Local residents extend a cordial welcome.
At last evening s regular Cyclone Hose Company session officers were chosen including Geo Willoughby as President Claude Gray as Vice President Archie Livermore as Secretary and Treasurer W A Gilbert as Foreman W A Kaykendall as Assistant Foreman C W Evans as Sergeant at Arms Trustees named Sam R Thurston Nathan Barrett and H C Eastland A banquet at the Hazelwood capped the event.
On complaint by his mother Mrs Rose Belle Wood William Raymond aged 13 was examined before County Judge Kincaid and sentenced to the reform school. He was taken to Salem on the afternoon train by Deputy Sheriff Harry Bown.
The Guard spoke with several farmers who report grain crops badly need rain. Ground is hard and dry and without timely rain the yields will fall below average this season.
Public schools in Eugene mark the last day of the term with high grades and student effort praised. High School graduation exercises occur tomorrow at 7:30 in the Christian church with a 10 cent admission and a lengthy program featuring students, music, orations, essays, and diplomas.
Final details for the completion of a vinegar factory by FE H Ingham and J H Zimmer were announced. They purchased the Ebbert warehouse east of the S P depot and will relocate the Ing ham warehouse to the new site to allow larger production. Incorporation papers are being prepared with a capital stock of 24000, aiming to make it the coast's largest vinegar plant and secure favorable rates with the Southern Pacific for large shipments.
Adaline Sackett of Coburg aged four years and single was examined for insanity before Judge Kincaid and sentenced to the state insane asylum. Dr. L. W. Brown and T. W. Harrie were the examining physicians. The cause is cerebo embolism or hemorrhage at age three. She has been weak minded since then. She was taken to Salem this afternoon by Deputy Sheriff Bown with Mrs. Jennie Barnard as guard.
Corvallis contractor W. O. Heckart, who came from Eugene, has secured a new contract for a residence for Dr. De Bar, costing 1400. This adds to his existing 10,000 brick job and other contracts, bringing his total to over 20,000 in the Eugene area. He has more work than he seeks at present.
The school board awarded the Salem contractor Welsh & Maurer the bid of 24,259 including heating and ventilation, 600 under rivals. Architects Pugh and Carey prepared the plans, with work to start after school closes and the Central building to be moved 40 feet west as the foundation is laid for a premier Willamette Valley high school ready for fall term.
Jerome Lytle a former Lane County resident born at Coburg was crushed attempting to board a Portland bound train at Dayton. Thrown beneath the wheels his leg was amputated and he died in the afternoon at St Vincent s hospital Portland. His brother N B Lytle is visiting in Prineville with Mrs Poindexter.
Samuel Baughman longtime Pleasant Hill resident died Wednesday after a lingering illness aged 80. Survived by wife and children Joseph Sacramento FE G Baughman Seattle Mrs Margaret Parke Pleasant Hill Mrs L Doering Juniper D C Baughman Cottage Grove Mrs Sadie Lawrence Nome Alaska funeral Friday afternoon with interment in Pleasant Hill cemetery conducted by Rev R G Callison likely to draw many relatives and friends.
The county commissioners cut a $200 claim to $125 for John Hooker whose team was killed when a Panther Creek bridge fell. Hooker will not accept the reduced amount and plans to hold out for the original $200. Attorney L HBilyeu represents Hooker.
The Siuslaw Timbermen's Union holds its annual meeting at Walton school house on Saturday June 13 1903 at 10 o'clock a m. The session includes election of a board of directors for the ensuing year and other important business. President J L Atkinson presides.
A vintage advertisement touts Bricklen Arnica Salve as a thorough remedy for sores cuts bruises ulcers skin eruptions and piles. It claims complete cleansing and guaranteed satisfaction by druggist W. L. DeLano.
A long list of visitors and residents passing through Eugene is noted. A. J. Ward of Vida and J. A. d. Crow of Crow, among others, travel to or from cities like Portland Albany Salem Cottage Grove and Cottage Grove. Notables include Gov George E Chamberlain and Dr F W Prentice returning from Chicago. several locals plan summer moves to Mohawk Drain and Mount Shasta areas.
Complete precinct tallies released by County Clerk Lee show Hermann a Republican 1887 vote total, Elmore a Prohibitionist 117, Ingle a Socialist 142, Reames a Democrat 1572, with Hermann leading Reames by 315 votes. The tally reflects full returns across all precincts counted.
Special meeting of the city council convened at city hall with Mayor Chrisman and full board. It authorized the recorder to advertise sewer bids for several sections including a 22 inch main on Jefferson and a 15 inch line between Pearl and Oak to East Fifteenth. Bids, published in the Guard, propose additions along East Eleventh and opposite blocks of Packard's addition. Petitions for sidewalks and a grade on East Sixteenth were referred to committees. East Eleventh street sprinkled during university commencement week. Street Commissioner Turner gains a helper becoming a regular employee at 60 per month. W. W. Purdy appointed.
Eugene lodge I P O Elllis hosted an official visit last night from Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler F E McDaniel of Baker City. A large audience attended the meeting with Dr McDaniel giving an address and several lodge members speaking. A postmeeting banquet was a highlight of the evening.
At the home of Dr and Mrs C H T Atwood 576 High street Miss Sadie May Atwood married Dr William Leslie Martin at 8 p m Rev B F Rowland officiating Attendants were Miss Mary Jessen and best man Dr C A Atwood The wedding march was played by Miss Viola Haas Guests presented gifts The couple will reside in Eugene the groom works as a dentist with his brother in the McClung block.
A. Hopkins of Coburg, very ill with gallstones, was taken to Portland today for surgery at the Samaritan hospital. M. Burns accompanied him. Once a strong man in the neighborhood, he has wasted away to a shadow of his former self.
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