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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1902
Page
7
The Eugene Guard comments on the end of a political campaign, comparing the papers to daily chores and noting editors feel released after ballots. The piece uses humor to reflect on newsroom fatigue and the fluency of coverage during election periods, urging reader awareness of the craft behind print.
Berlin dispatch reports American critics note the tax system in Germany heavy on middle and lower classes. A Volmarstein taxpayer with 6000 marks income paid 2126 marks in state and communal taxes, over one third of income, illustrating taxation strain across commercial districts.
New York will treat its poor to good music this Summer with classic selections on Manhattan recreation piers instead of ragtime. All seven piers open to the public on Decoration Day and no band leader stays longer than a week. Some acts change twice weekly with a 30 night limit, featuring Italian tunes in Italian neighborhoods, Vaterland melodies for Germans, and Irish airs for the old stock.
The article notes Senator McLaurin’s shift on patronage under McKinley, his term expired, social and political ostracism at home, and a potential Roosevelt appointment to a prestigious but easy court position, seen as a discreditable bargain. It implies past sacrifice by his supporters and questions future integrity, predicting possible further corruption.
The days of miracles are not passed for Frank Miracle who is named register of the land office at Helens. Democrats claim an advantage begins this morning as the saying rainy day for Democrats may hold true if there is any truth.
The piece questions gambling money backing Senator Kuykendall and whether supporters are manipulating voters. It contrasts editorials from The Oregonian praising Furnish and the idea of rewarding faithful public service, urging reelection of Sheriff Withers and predicting a larger turnout and majority on Monday.
The perfect Decoration Day weather was followed by misfortune as floral decorations on the graves were ruined within hours. The scene reflects a somber, reflective mood on the day and the enduring cycle of memory and loss.
The Democratic party of Lane County honors the university alumni for their service. Traie for state senator and Hale and Edmunson for representatives, all graduates and representatives, receive credit to the youth of democracy.
Snow fell in the Adirondacks and Rochester on Wednesday night as temperatures dropped to freezing. The seasonal shove toward warmer weather continues despite a lingering chill and a trace of snow in some areas.
The Register notes a prominent Democrat offered to bet $25 against $20 that Senator Kuykendall would be reelected, marking the closest argument or push toward Kuyken dall's campaign as the race nears.
The English observe their king's birthday during a convenient season, choosing May 31 to honor King Edward whose birth is in November. The tradition reflects a flexible approach to celebrate the monarchy at a suitable time of year.
The fragment references eighty thousand barmaic workers described as toiling fourteen hours daily for two and one half dollars weekly plus “ree beer” as compensation hinting at harsh labor conditions and scant pay within a distant market.
The Atenhison Globe notes a household moment as a newborn’s colic prompts parents to exchange reproachful glances, joking that the other person got them into the situation.
A fragment reflecting a proverb about familial consequences with a critique of Eve and her experiences, noting that while she endured some effects, she did not face a particular ridicule or burden described as a sleeping r-Puck.
A fragment quotes Puck musing about someone who went abroad to be baptized in the Jordan River. It questions how the traveler could have saved enough money for the journey, reflecting a satirical tone on religious travel expenses.
County officers and staff payments listed include sheriffs deputies clerks assessors treasurers surveyors and ferrymen with detailed salaries aw ards for May and other expenditures. The lengthy ledger shows salaries for county officials and daily expenses for paupers roads bridges and public works across multiple departments.
A verbose tale on Turkish modesty and female illness argues local doctors miss female diseases, urging women to consult Dr. R V Pierce of Buffalo. It promotes Favorite Prescription and Golden Medical Discovery, citing letters of gratitude from patients who regained health and strength after treatment.
Publisher lists numerous city side lots from 50 dollars each with 120 lots in a south side addition near College Hill Park. Describes Hapersons and dozens of acres for sale, including Locust Hill farm with 1300 prune trees and 200 black walnut trees, plus farms Gordon Ranch 227 acres, Wilson Place 144 acres, Oranger Ranch 160 acres, and three ten acre tracts near the courthouse. Contact at First National Bank for viewing. prices from five dollars per acre in places.
Items describe Roberta Bros relocating cigars to a room above Ye Furniture Go store, a delivery cancellation by Dr Geof Sweeney of Oakland due to illness, Miss Bramley returning to Boise teaching duties, and several brief notes on local education, publishing and appointments including Prof E D Ressler and Rev Macfi Wallace activities.
Blood vessels of the era Purkinje described a vivid, entertaining experiment to reveal the retina’s blood vessels by a moving candle near the eye. A dark trunk rises at the center as veins branch outward, showing that the retina receiving light lies behind the vessels and casts their shadow on the surface.
The Tennessee governor, nicknamed Gov’ner Bob, faced a legislative committee demanding a halt to pardons. He tapped a bell, ordered the pardon clerk to proceed, and declared he will sign every pardon the clerk makes if interference continues.
An elderly John Quincy Adams, at eighty, meets an old friend in Boston. He reports his health as good but laments the dilapidated state of his house, saying it is cracking at the foundation, its roof worn, walls shattered, and the building nearly untabable. He indicates he will have to move soon, though he remains well.
The late Lord Queensberry stormed to a newspaper office with a heavy whip after protests over Tennyson’s Promise of May. An elderly editor faced him. Queensberry hid the whip and claimed he came to discuss the matter, recalling his famed rules.
A plain Auvergnat begs a favor in a street meeting and is brought to Versailles by the Duc de Roquelaure. The king grants the request, but the duke explains the obligation, saying the petitioner would be the ugliest man in the king’s minions without him.
A mother points out the moon to her boy in broad daylight. The child argues that the moon is visible but says it is not lit. He looks again, concedes sighting the moon, but concludes it is not lighted, reflecting a charming daytime misperception.
A fragmented dialogue depicts a man and woman debating marriage and hair parts. He vows never to marry a woman who parts her hair on the side, she retorts she will not marry a man who parts his hair in the middle, and they conclude with a resigned silence.
Vickers and the speaker discuss memory and reliability as he asks if seven percent can lend him ten dollars for about thirty days, indicating financial trouble and a casual loan request.
A terse hotel scene from the Indianapolis News shows a nervous Tenderfoot questioning the lodging. The proprietor bluntly suggests the graveyard as a preferred alternative, highlighting grim humor in a wary exchange.
A reflection on social influence shows that desire often grows when people observe others pursuing a goal rather than arising independently. It suggests that visibility of action, peer interest, and shared enthusiasm spark pursuit rather than intrinsic motive alone.
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