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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1907
Page
8
The item lists a 1.50 annual price for inscription with advance payment and 2.00 if paid at year end. It notes entry at the Eugene Oregon post office as second class matter.
The Guard Printing Co. of Eugene Oregon invites subscriptions at 1.50 for a year of the Weekly Guard and offers a free one year choice of the Twice-a-week St Louis Republic or the Oregon Agriculturist. Old or new subscribers may select either paper. missing premiums will be substituted without extra cost. Remittances to GUARD PRINTING CO. Eugene Oregon.
J N Faithorn, receiver of the Chicago Terminal Transfer Railroad, proposes making railroad officials officers of both government and railroads and require an oath to observe federal interstate commerce laws. He argues this would deter violations, curb rebates, and reduce rate manipulation without a large army of inspectors. Perjury penalties would add further deterrence, Faithorn contends.
The passage notes a prominent Western railroad figure known for leadership roles. He formerly chaired major Western railroad associations and later served as president of the St Louis, Peoria and Northern. As Chicago Terminal road receiver, he engages with Chicago rail officials.
The writer notes New Zealand as an example where the people rule in practice, with government operating monopolies like railroads and telegraphs to balance industry and protect liberty. It praises affordable streetcar fares, large seating policies, and government checks on manufacturers, contrasting with American corporate dominance and costly transport.
The Denver News editor praises Governor Hughes of New York as a model executive who secures needed legislation without political trades. The piece laments the abdication of state legislatures, noting governors courts and interests increasingly wield power, leaving legislatures nearly powerless nationwide.
A columnist argues the cost of raising a son to twenty one runs about four thousand dollars. With six boys the outlay would reach twenty four thousand by adulthood. The piece questions whether investing in raising boys is worthwhile and hints at broader, more profitable crops or paths.
A father reflects on a son’s future amid a quirky boast and a life lesson. He argues that wealth and success come from hard work, and that if the boy grows into a responsible man, his parents will have pride and support in old age as they lean on him through life’s twilight.
In Portland court, Mrs. Eugenia Hoffman sues Duncan Scott for 4000 claiming she lent funds to invest. Scott testifies the money was for buying a batch of counterfeit currency. He recounts meeting men in San Diego, the robbers, and the held up exchange, while Hoffman and Donahue dispute the amount and purpose.
A preacher challenges editors on truthfulness while a newspaper editor retorts that a minister who always tells the whole truth about his flock would flee town after one sermon. The two institutions are described as a triumvirate with grave stones and flawless rhetoric.
The Washington Herald reports a Potomac carp dragged a boy into the river and attempted to carry him away. The tale appears as a candidate for the mature fakers' club, and it notes the item was published after Teddy left town for the summer.
The Hague conference formally opens and lengthy discussions are set to commence. The piece notes the involvement of the well known writer W. R. Stead amid the anticipated flurry of speeches and heated debate.
Bob Thomas, who built his fortune in Kentucky timber and turned to horse racing for fun, has become a celebrated figure since marrying. He quips that a man who won’t marry is simply no good, underscoring his belief in married life.
Visitors to Jimtown show square generate investor interest as paid press agents craft sensational yarns, shaping box office mood and expectations for future performances and profits.
A speculative remark questions U S plans toward Japan and the Philippines, suggesting financial backing could influence moves in Asia. The author cautions that outcomes are uncertain and shifts in strategy may occur.
A West Virginia saloon keeper tried three times to take his own life in a single day. The incidents raise concerns about patron prerogatives and safety at the establishment.
A rebellious screed urges merchants to flee, trash local shops, and sabotage town unity. It promotes buying elsewhere, condemns merchants for profit, and advocates violence and theft to damage the community while urging reliance on outside papers.
New brick yard planned east of Springfield by J and M Knox on land leased from Mr Machen at the head of the mill race. They will make 4000 soft mud bricks daily and expect 150000 to 260000 ready for market within thirty days, with press bricks planned for autumn. Local crime and social concerns noted as youths from Eugene were seen drinking, causing maternal distress. also reports Geo Lamar returns from Fullerton to become assistant postmaster and birth of L M Beebe and Mrs Beebe's son in Lyons Nebraska.
Birth announced in Cottage Grove June 17 to J E Blackmore and wife a healthy boy. Veg Wallace begins brick work north of town planning a 200000 kiln with potential expansion. Postoffice fixtures arrive and to be installed by July 1 with plastering and second floor lathing proceeding. S P company finishes Divide spur track while Curtin spur work expands siding length. Shippers drop idea of appealing to the State Commission as spurs proceed.
Oregon railroad commission received a report in Salem on June 21 stating trains will run on time. The statement was issued amid transportation delays and seeks to reassure the public of ongoing service reliability.
Frank Price of Spokane wed Inez Dunn of Eugene on June 6 1907. At the bride’s parents home in Eugene June 20 1907 Henry F Miller wed Irene Verne Smith at 2 36 p m with Rev H A Green officiating. The ceremony drew close relatives and a wedding banquet followed. The couple will live on the Miller farm west of the city.
In Eugene on June 20 Rex Meyers and wife welcomed a daughter. Also June 20 1907 R E Wainwright and wife of Mabel reported a son. On June 21 1907 Frank Rohne and wife welcomed a daughter in Eugene.
A mysterious equine illness kills many horses in Baker county and Durkee, with high fatality. New York plans a 2000 cell prison on Rykers Island, among the world’s largest. Spokane to see three Christian Church buildings this summer. Cleveland’s condition reports are largely groundless.
A roster style entry lists numerous individuals including Alford Everett Allen A G Anderson James care Jane Spracue Rolston D Brown W H Dayton Dr F B Dexter Burr Florio Signor Ford Mather Freeman H G Ganon Jack Graim Ethel Hileman Miss Emma Looney Miss Gretta McCormick Mary McKean Miss Hazel McMilana 8 C Morton Mrs Emma Pennock Miss Hilda Rice W L Riley Misa Mamie Sears C E Simons Samuel Styles John Wiesner August Wilkinson Velma M Williams Mahon Wilson Miss Mattie J L Page P M.
Mr. E. W. Goodloe of 107 St Lou is street Dallas Texas says in the past year he has become acquainted with Dr Kings New Life Pills and no laxative ever tried before so effectively disposes of malaria and biliousness They cost 25 cents at W L DeLanes drug store.
Eugene council committee of the whole debates amending the charter to permit city bonds for a new water plant. They favor Fall Creek source but keep wording unsettled for another meeting. Sprinkling ordinance dropped amid doubts of validity. Fire hose purchase authorized and street railway franchise approved for University avenue. Thanks extended to McAlister McClain and students for Fall Creek forest reserve survey. Senatorial boom motif noted as poet Miller plans Portland stay and future Canyon City trip.
R L Gile, buyer for Willamette Prune Association and manager of Umpqua Valley Prune Association in Douglas county, was in the area yesterday. He says prices will be high this year and contracts prunes at four to five cents. The France crop promises to be light and California yield will be about 60 percent. Oregon yield about 80 percent but of higher grade, aiding profitability. Lane county not a prune county due to more profitable crops. orchards are mostly five acre tracts.
Joaquin Miller described a public event wearing high boots and a frock coat as he recounted a senatorial bee with attendees and lively exchange, capturing period tone and local color of the gathering.
Delegates selected for the G A R encampment at Newberg include L P Tallman L Giletrap W J Bowman A C Jennings and J F Gates from J W Geary Post Corvallia reports the woolen mill running at full demand with orders into autumn School board names committees and Frank Reisner elected district clerk A Handsaker couple marked their seventh wooden anniversary N L Fitzhenry notes salmon in the McKenzie and local hunting prospects George T Mall to build a store at Deerhorn C L Goff to run it Mrs Dillard injured at Goshen and Merta Stuart offered a Portland schools post while touring East with Vira Stuart. Mrs Bauer travels to San Luis Obispo after a daughter’s shooting incident that isn’t yet clarified.
In San Francisco on June 17 1907 Miss Theo Hunt formerly of Eugene and John Morton Lyons left for New York City. Justice of the Peace Bryson in Eugene heard the afternoon ceremony at 1 30 o clock with Marshall M Eccles ton and Mrs Mary J Baker both of Junction City in attendance.
PILES Williams Indian Pile Ointment claims to cure blind bleeding and itching piles. It absorbs tumors and relieves itching instantly, also advertised for itching of private parts. Sold by Linn Drug Co. and by mail at 50¢ and $1.00. Williams Mfg. Co. Cleveland Ohio.
Twenty five broke horses offered from three to seven years old with weights between 1000 and 1300 pounds. Some good drivers and others suitable as draft horses. Contact J. T. Powers, one mile north of Spring mera. dj28 wiy6.
Joan Barrett of North Milla tells how a forty year walking stick carrier healed a stubborn sore with Bucklen’s Arnica Salve. The salve is guaranteed for piles burns and more by W. L. DeLane, druggist, 25 cents. Land cruiser estimate books offered at the Guard office.
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