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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1910
Page
3
Kirkwood and his vessel the catboat ride a gale against the brigantine Allytheer. He boards seeking Calendar and Dorothy Calendar, but confronts Captain Stryker’s crew while the ship fights the North Sea storm and the mystery deepens.
In a dim cabin a crew reveals a sparse, depressing space as eight bells mark a watch change. Captain Stryker greets Kirkwood with crude humor, invites a drink, and attempts to peer into Kirkwood’s presence while the ship’s atmosphere grows tense and uneasy.
The McKenzie river valley known for fishing is eyed for a fruit future. Residents believe the unusually rich soil, abundant water, and favorable elevation support apple growing. A few unmanaged orchards exist, with more land cleared this spring below Vida for orchard expansion.
The ad touts air flights without wires and weapons of war while praising Dr King’s New Discovery to treat coughs colds and bronchial illnesses. Testimonial from James M. Black of Asheville North Carolina claims cure after other remedies failed. Trial bottle free with guaranteed purchase.
Sutherland's Eagle Eye Salve is advertised as a remedy for eye ailments with bold claims of fast relief and minimal cost. The listing emphasizes economic value and simple application, targeting homemakers and general shoppers seeking affordable eye care products.
At the request of western Oregon chambers of commerce the government orders an oil prospects examination along the coast range. Chester W. Washburne of the U S Geological Survey will lead, urging locals to report seeps asphaltum gas salt and related signs to him in Astoria for a thorough, unbiased survey.
Louis W. Hill president of the Great Northern asserts railroads will not retrench, citing ongoing Oregon orders for 150 miles of new road and rails for other extensions. He says no layoffs are planned on his line, predicts a good Northwest crop, and notes Wall Street pressure affects policy. Other railroads deny retrenchment links. A Laidlaw observer foresees land tiling and rising values.
Springfield and vicinity marks Captain C. J. Dodd and Mrs. Dodd’s golden wedding anniversary at their home near the city. Born 1839 in Springfield, Illinois, Dodd fought in the Civil War, earned a Medal of Honor with George J. Reynolds, and helped recover General McPherson’s body. They have eight children and eighteen grandchildren with one great grandchild. The piece notes family ties and widespread local residence. It also mentions local real estate trends and seasonal business patterns in the valley.
Springfield officials report only one man, John Bryan, truly able to work in city stone projects. After threats to quit, the council posts a notice seeking teams at 50 cents an hour or city will hire its own, with Bryan paid the same as others. Real estate men note early uptick in land business.
Roseburg Oregon June 17 Miss Kate Fullerton a Roseburg native and University of Oregon graduate married Rev Thomas Wesley Graham of Minneapolis Minnesota at her parents West Roseburg home. Officiated by Rev John A Townsend with assistance from Revs Burkhart and Smick. They will honeymoon at Seaside and Columbia Beach then move to Minneapolis where Graham is secretary of the Y M C A department at the University of Minnesota.
Dr and Mrs Lemon announce the birth of a son on June 16, 1910 at their home on West Seventeenth street and Stewart avenue in Eugene. The birth adds a new member to the Lemon family.
Turner Oregon resident O H P Cornelius reports his wife’s discovery that Snow Liniment cures Poison Oak Poisoning. She treated herself and two friends, sharing success. Available at Dillon's Drug Store in 25¢ 60¢ and 1.00 prices.
The mill closed today due to inability to source logs from the camps. Yard and planer crews stayed at work while mill foremen and loading teams faced shortages. A week or so of repairs occurred, with logs expected to flow from the Willamette for a steady summer run.
Springfield, June 18. Workmen on the P. E. & E. bridge reached bedrock at the third pier yesterday, and pumps were moved to the remaining side for the final pier excavation. Cementing proceeds on the first two piers, with underwater pours required on the last two due to imperfect cofferdams. Timbers near delivery, rear-bridge work to start once cement sets.
Springfield brief notes: county road finished and ready for use, praised as fine as the baseline Portland road though regret over not extending pavement to East Eleventh in Eugene. City hall remodeling underway, new city safe installed. Social updates include local outings, Eastern Star initiation, Rivett building progresses, and a birth in Gosh en with June 18 1910.
Construction on the logging railroad from the Oregon and Southeastern terminus toward the forest reserve covers two miles and a quarter. Right of way cleared, grading and timber framing for bridges underway under Joe Damewood. The line will extend O and S E operations and support Fir Lumber Company’s plan to buy 76 million feet of government timber, erect a sawmill this season, and mill next year.
Advertises Eagle Eye Salve as a guaranteed cure for granulated eye lids with no cauterizing or scarifying. Claims nationwide availability through Lom Drug Co and a price of 250.
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