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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1908
Page
5
A Montreal mother cites Cuticura remedies as essential for her family. She notes eczema and scalp eruptions cleared after using Cuticura Soap and Ointment, with ongoing reliance for sores. The testimony dates to May 21, 1907, from Mme. Napoleon Duceppe of 41 Duluth St.
A Massachusetts woman reports healing a year long foot ulcer after eight months of using Cuticura Ointment and Cuticura Pills. The notice also promotes Cuticura products and a free book on skin diseases from Mr. drug and Chem, with mail order details.
Judge Chrisman ordered Lizzie Humphrey's two babies Myrtle and Verge Humphrey to remain wards of the juvenile court while she may keep them, with C. A. Nadeau as guardian reporting monthly. Citizens secured a home and work for Mrs Humphrey and the children, who were in court under nurses care.
Postmaster J L Page Assessor B F Keeney and J R Sellars traveled to Portland today to testify before a United States grand jury about Peter Weaver. Weaver, who recently sent threatening letters to Mr Sellars and others from the Eugene post office, was briefly jailed for sanity concerns before vanishing. Federal officials are pursuing charges and an indictment against Weaver is anticipated.
In Reno Mrs Clara Mackay a member of the 400 known for London and New York life shocked society by lighting and puffing a cigarette at a banquet last evening in honor of her husband. Men present were stunned by the audacious display on Commercial street area.
H C Mahon president of Sunset Lumber Company reported the purchase of the Corvallia Lumber Company's mill in Corvallis. The 20,000 feet per day plant employs twenty men and includes valuable city property. The deal closed yesterday with terms not disclosed.
The ad notes scrofula can be present in children with slow onset and symptoms like dyspepsia catarrh and consumption risk. It promotes Hood's Sarsaparilla as a blood purifier and also mentions Garasat tablets as a chocolate-coated option, priced at 1 dollar per 100 doses.
The Sunset Lumber Company advances a coastal road project, with about fifteen miles finished and work pushed rapidly. President and manager Mr. Mahon is the largest stockholder, and the company's headquarters sit in Eugene.
Topeka June 12 A severe rain and wind storm struck the Kaw valley between 3 and 7 am bringing tornado like winds and downed trees. Two inches of rain fell in Topeka and nearly four inches at Valley Falls with damage reported at Wa mego and other towns including St Marys Junction City Abilene Salina Holton and Council Grove.
Reports from Emporia Kansas On June 12 describe a southern county tornado causing significant damage in Madison where several buildings were demolished. No injuries reported as yet. emergency crews survey the wreckage.
Despite last night and early today’s heavy rains the Kaw and Missouri rivers continue to fall. Flood conditions are greatly improved.
St Louis June 12 The Mississippi River is rising rapidly with the danger line passed. The crest is anticipated to be reached by Sunday as the river continues to climb.
San Francisco June 12.A трев failure in hotel guest disappearance case prompts detectives to probe the absence of three men Dewey of Chicago fur house Howard Englishman Thompson of Ocean Park Cal all vanished about ten to fourteen days ago leaving luggage to cover bills with no trace found. Dewey’s Chicago directory listing reportedly not found.
San Francisco dispatch reports L F Cull, son of real estate man L C Cull who vanished May 10 on a Santa Cruz mountains trip has received four anonymous letters claiming his father is alive and held for ransom. The letters promise knowledge of his whereabouts for a large payment and specific rules.
Mr and Mrs 8 B Norwood and daughter from Eugene spent Sunday with kin and friends. Frank Dinges Junction stock dealer visited early in the week. Mr and Mrs Jake Margoth and children went to Goshen Saturday and returned Sunday after a pleasant trip. Dr Fred Mendenhall was recalled from Cottage Grove Sunday to tend J F P Schooling who has been critically ill for weeks. Miss Ruby Scott and Audry MecNecken visited relatives in Eugene yesterday. Harrisburg Bulletin.
Governor Hughes asks sheriffs statewide to enforce the Hart anti race track gambling law passed yesterday. The directive seeks swift action against illegal betting at tracks and related venues.
In San Francisco on June 12 Judge Lawler denied the motion to dismiss bribery indictments against Abe Ruef Patrick Calhoun and Tirey L Ford. The new indictments closely mirror the previous ones and defense argues juror prejudice. Demurrer arguments are scheduled for next week.
The Daily Guard reports Judge Harris disposed of or acted on numerous cases in the adjourned term. Verdicts include foreclosures, property recoveries, and money judgments against McFarland, Wynegar, and others. several cases continued or dismissed. Notable items include liens, receivership actions, and several judgments totaling hundreds of dollars with attorney fees.
Chicago June 12 Man Billek the Bohemian fortuneteller condemned to death for the murder of seven Veral family members was today granted a stay of execution to allow an appeal to the supreme court.
Birmingham June 10 Confederate veterans denounce Secretary Taft for his Memorial day remarks he said to belittle General Grant noting Grant's alleged heavy drinking. Generals W L Cabell of Dallas Clement Evans of Atlanta and George L Gordon are cited in the reaction.
The three aspirants for the position of commander in chief to succeed General Stephen D. Lee, who died recently, are all brigadier generals in the Confederate army. The United Confederate Chairs of America began its general convention here today.
Lists committees for the Junction City Fourth of July celebration including Sports Parade Decoration Advertising Finance Grounds and Program with named members. Also reports on a remarkable escape by Mrs J H Starr of Monroe and her son Loris when dragged by a sled and horses, plus notes on local arrivals and an accident involving a Connecticut man.
New York June 12 The Lusitania lowered the transatlantic speed record by seven minutes, clocking four days twenty eight hours and eight minutes to complete the trip from Sandy Hook, beating the prior fastest voyage by the Lusitania’s rival.
In New York on June 10 a reported amicable settlement ends the Gould Harriman dispute. Gould keeps Western properties west of Pittsburgh and will run the Western Pacific in harmony with Harriman lines but may not extend to build a transcontinental system crossing the Alleghenies to join the Western Maryland line.
Local notices report three marriage ceremonies on June 10 1908. Louis A Kanoff wed Eva Pear Hay at the M E parsonage officiated by Rev D H Trimble. John H Harper and Alma Deffenbacher married at Rev J B McCallum’s home with Rev D C Kellems presiding. Bert Kirk of Douglas county and Ruth Shade of Kane county married at Rev H N Mount’s home in Eugene.
Promotion for a Chautauqua event in Ashland Oregon inviting interest in fine music art Bible study cookery and other activities seeking postal information from the 8th O. Chautauqua Association. emphasizes diverse cultural offerings.
A sure cure one you can depend upon Hickory Bark Cough Remedy claims purity and effectiveness for all lung troubles coughs colds hoarseness and sore throat. Available at Hull's Red Cross Drug Store and first class dealers everywhere.
June 11 report says Kaw river fell and receded from the flooded district while the Missouri rose slowly. Railroads largely operate with Union Pacific Missouri Pacific and Santa Fe bridges underwater using Frisco tracks. Thousands remain homeless in Armourdale and Argentine, but no distress is reported as residents assist those in need.
Topeka reports normal conditions with some lower town areas still flooded. Business recovery rapid. total loss not exceeding 500 dollars, excluding the Union Pacific tie plant.
Ursel Windes, 18, died after cramps while swimming at Winona mill dam. Companions Jimmie Black and Delbert Kelly struggled to free him. The body was recovered by Fred Baldwin and D. Branch and will be transported to Coburg, Oregon, for burial.
Special correspondence from Lost Valley June 9 reports Baptisms after services by Rev. Kelley, local sawmill work by Parvin and Cruzan Brothers, Mr. EB M. Johnson's illness, and plans for community events. Residents Noles and Leo Strand have local ties. Williams holds lumber for upcoming improvements. anticipated picnic and social activities at Trent and school.
The passage describes the back as central to a woman's health, with aching signaling trouble. It links nervousness, headaches, loins pain, and lower body weight to feminine disorders and urges immediate attention. It promotes a single remedy claimed to quickly remove the cause and restore health.
Mrs Will Young of Rockland Maine says three bottles of Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound cured dreadful backaches and side pain after disappointing prior treatments. Mrs Augustus Lyon of East Pa notes severe backaches and bearing down pains eased, making her feel like a new woman. The ad touts the 30 year history of the remedy for female disorders including displacements inflammation and irregularities.
The article extols summer baseball in Eugene as a civic tonic providing relief from routine. It notes crowds gathering, friendly chatter, and boisterous cheering that lift spirits and rejuvenate workers who otherwise seek breaks from desk life.
New York June 12 subscriptions for 25 million dollars of new Union Pacific bonds totaling 50 million dollars were closed today. The issue drew heavy investor interest, with subscriptions exceeding the amount offered.
If the adjutant generals of Oregon and Washington carry out recommendations, Edward men will enjoy a full two weeks at American Lake this summer, replacing the previously ordered ten days encampment.
Head officers of the guards request a two week encampment plus four extra days arguing the extension will greatly benefit the men. It remains to be decided whether the request will be granted.
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