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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1903
Page
12
A historic health note extols Tonie as an antidote and purifier for impure blood. It claims strong effects on wellbeing, praising its longstanding use and endorsement by many physicians who deem it superior to substitutes.
Fragmented notice touts Dr. Harter's Iron Tonic as cure for rheumatic ailments and weakness. It praises Mick Perrot and Jesse Haters, mentions a Tonite event, and lists a street address at 640 Second Ave.
Iton Morning Tribune notes June digo D. M. Risdon aged eighty two. born June 3 1821 in Vermont, risdon settled Lane County Oregon in 1850 and served as first representative from Lane in the legislature. He and wife plan their fiftieth wedding anniversary in October and friends wish them good health.
Goshen Lodge of Rebekahs met last evening with the center taking charge of ceremonies. Charter is fifty four members current. Elected grand officer Mrs Eliza Delph vice Mrs Dillard secretary Kate Treasurer Mrs Elliott. Appointive posts to follow. Eugene delegation reports entertainment by the ladies.
A fragment reflects an 19th century claim that W H Brown was saved from a near death by Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption. It boasts immediate relief from coughs and bronchitis with a claimed complete cure and offers trial bottles through W Maud druggist at a price.
The royal family of Servia, including King Alexander and Queen Draga, were killed by a mob of soldiers as continental powers protest the revolution. Peter Karageorgeevich proclaimed king. Separately, San Francisco woke to a five second quake, Portland fears record Willamette rise, and East St Louis faces widespread flood with many missing or drowned.
In Portland this morning two female pickpockets resisted arrest for about thirty minutes, kicking biting and fighting officers before they were subdued and photographed, though their features were distorted in the process.
Portland reporting that M. A. Phillips accused Sadie Hooper of courting married men. In retaliation she entered his scow while he was away and wrecked belongings, destroying everything in sight in a sudden morning confrontation.
On Asylum avenue Salem Oregon Tuesday morning June 9 1905 Mrs Adaline Sackett aged years of apoplexy B F Sackett of Coburg son of the deceased came down on the afternoon train yesterday and will take the remains up on the 1 oclock train today for burial at Coburg Salem Journal June 11
New Epworth League officers have been elected with Olin Ford as president Fife Chorpening as first vice president Gladys Newell as second vice president Carrie Williams as third vice president Ida Noffsinger as fourth vice president Theela Dove as secretary and Fred Lamb as treasurer.
Residents and taxpayers in School District No 4 Lane County Oregon solicit Osburn to run for school director with a June election. Osburn agrees to stand and vows to serve without fear or favor if elected.
A crew of five Pacific States Telephone linemen aided by Local Linerine Westbrook and Patterson work in Springfield today installing a new exchange. It will start with 40 phones, more than Eugene had when its system began. The Springfield central office will be in Peery's drug store, and Eugene and Springfield systems will be practically one with free mutual calls.
Unclaimed mail at the Eugene Oregon post office as of June 11 1903 includes Mrs Dora Andrews Miss Margaret Andrews Mrs J O Chistengen G B Cow Patrick Cox Miss Minnie Donovans Thos Hammond Mrs Mary Jones Miss Nettie L James Mrs Paley Muncey W H Pipes Adolphus Bellman F A Southwick Mrs Helen Wood M B When calling for above please say when advertised J Ll PAGE P M
The Fraternal Aid Association elected new officers led by President W N Marshall and Vice President Mrs E D Matlock. Secretary Mrs F L Poindexter treasurer Leslie Smith medical examiners Dr C H Atwood and Dr Lula Marquam chaplain Mrs Joseph guide Mrs Groves observer Mr Long trustee Mr Joseph past president Mrs Manville.
Junction City Oregon on June 11 reports councillor Clyde Mahon has resigned from the common council. I T Nicklin is appointed to fill the vacancy. The night police force also changes with S O Starr named to succeed B W Liugo who resigned.
A bundle of eight keys was found on Sixth Street. The owner may reclaim them at the Guard office.
Individual seller T G Hendricks advertising about 300 lots across seven Eu gene additions and a new one released. No agents. direct sales only. Lots moving quickly. buyers urged to call early. Some properties exchangeable for timber lands.
A Winchester Indiana man named M. M. Austin used Dr. King's New Life Pills to treat his wife's severe stomach and liver ailments after doctors failed. The remedy brought immediate relief and she was eventually cured. Sold at WL. De Lancs drug store.
Col Reynolds and officers from the Vancouver army post visit to inspect about forty horses purchased for the army by Stewart and Bangs. The animals are tested through strenuous stunts at Bangs Park, with defects and strengths recorded. They are described as a fine set of cavalry quality horses.
Albany Oregon June 11 John Bergman elected captain of Albany College track team for 144 season. Bergman, from Florence Lane county, shown as fastest sprinter in Oregon colleges and an all around athlete in high jump and pole vault. Selection praised as solid choice. Kalkaska Michigan June 11 Prosecutor Smith says Mrs McKnight confesses to poisoning her brother John Murphy his wife and baby. A partial confession noted Monday night with denial of baby’s death. Mrs McKnight admitted giving Mr and Mrs Murphy capsules of strychnine and quinine.
The Thimble Club hosted by Mrs. Julius Goldsmith announced the engagement of Mrs. Minnie Buckman to Frank Page of the Hoath Kelly Saginaw store. The wedding is planned for Tuesday June 16 at Prof. and Mrs. Cep Lilley's home. The afternoon featured dainty refreshments and cheerful company.
Real estate transfers recorded include sheriff Fred Fisk selling land to F B Dunn. Samuel Sparks to Willie White. Mary Clendenen to George Hadsall. Booth Kelly Lumber Co to R A Booth. Rosses to Harriett Wright. and deeds involving I D Larimer and others with various tracts in townships 184 and 158. Several witnesses named including James L Clark, Geo L Dorris, and W H Vincent.
Wallace arrivals flock to Oregon as about 20000 immigrants reach the state since February rate cuts. High School students begin summer work as vacation starts. The city marshal targets unbellied bicycles for pedestrian safety while A K Marston moves to the county poor farm. Northwest directory and gazetteer are distributed to local businesses. school art selections arrive for fall display. masterworks planned to decorate school buildings ahead of opening day.
Rankin's music store and Rankin's furniture offer deep discounts on pianos from brands like Chickering and Weber and a closing out sale ending soon. J J Walton, a U S Commissioner, handles timber land proofs and filings while promoting land office business.
Sealed bids for Jefferson Street sewer Oak to Pearl streets Fifth to Sixth streets and related mains will be received by Eugene Common Council at the Recorder's office until 8 p m June 16 1903. Bids must include price per sewer with five percent certified check. Completion by Sept 1 1904 optional extension. Bonds required. Council may reject any bid.
A large dark bluish roan horse strayed from premises at Eu gene on Saturday night, June éth, with a whitish spot on the forehead. The horse was wintered on Pleasant Hill and left in that direction. A suitable reward is offered for return or information. Jd. R. Campbell at Guard office.
J M Wilhelm from Creswell and W T Kayser from Cottage Grove listed among locals in Eugene. Ernest Bean returned from Salem, H F Ankeny from Southern Oregon, L L Swift headed home to Baker City. Mrs Louisa Pengra of Ashland visiting Eugene. Warner Brown back from Portland. E Hoag of Wendling, down from mills. Garfield H Macrum, student, left for Forest Grove. P H Bristow from Cottage Circle visiting Eugene. Frank Sharkey from Lucky Boy mine on business. May Mitchell returns to The Dalles for summer. Mary McCornack and Marion Cleaver return to Lebanon. A H Norton leaves for Grant's Pass. Esther Jakway of Portland visiting mother in city. Guy Mount, University student, leaves for Silverton. M A Brumley of Salem visiting Eugene, departs. Wm Powers of Gray Harbor, Mich., visiting in Springfield with B F Powers. Fanny Barbie to Portland for a stay. L F and Geo C Stanley from Ashland seeking business location in Eugene. Ada Brown leaves for Tacoma then Pendleton. Deputy DA L T Harris goes to Cottage Grove on gambling case. G W Bishop, English professor at Ashland Normal, passes through to Portland. Misses Vestella and Sadie Sears guests at Vincent-Larimer wedding in Ballston. Dr T B Ford and daughter Sadie return from Salem graduation. BE 8 Godfrey, EB Calvert, J Tempary, Col R Reynolds from U S Army at Vancouver in city. Misses Lola Currin and Alice Merriman go to Cottage Grove. Rev and Mrs Thomas Handsaker of Iowa arrive Monday for visit. Prof Howe leaves for Astoria to speak at commencement. Henry Huddleston back from Blue River with Idaho miners touring district.
James A. Lowe of Net tle's logging camp at Leaburg suffered a broken jaw yesterday afternoon when a log jack-screw lever slipped and struck him in the chin. Sol Dotson and another man were injured but less seriously. Lowe was taken to Eugene hospital for treatment.
Two weddings marked Wednesday events in Eugene. Stella Pitt Dorris wed Dr. Charles Macrum at the parental home with a Richards era ceremony and a supper reception. Edythe Dorris Vincent married Sanford Larimer at 627 Hilyard street in a quiet gathering, both couples planning homes in Portland and Springfield respectively after July.
A vintage ad touts Bucklen’s Amnica Salve as a thorough cure for burns sores bruises boils ulcers skin eruptions and piles. The product is sold by W L DeLano the druggist and priced at 25 cents with a satisfaction guarantee.
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