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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1908
Page
6
Authorized agents may prepay and receipt for subscriptions and handle other business for The Daily Guard weekly. J L Clark and Geo A Drury are named as forwarders with address details and remittance lines directed to GUARD PRINTING CO. Eugene Oregon.
Advertises subscription deals for the Oregon Guardian and Weekly Oregon Journal. Offers include free premiums such as a kitchen set or six diver spoons with annual or mixed term subscriptions. Also proposes a special two dollar option with a complete premium package and stresses timely delivery of items.
An aged Los Angeles Times piece recounts a gunners tale of foreigners serving aboard Japanese ships during the Russo-Japanese War. John O'Brien, Irish descended, claimed service on the Chitose and prior commands, noting many officers and sailors were non Japanese and motivated by pay and adventure.
The passage contemplates maritime power and future engagements, noting potential clashes with a highly capable enemy and the need for steadfast national support. It warns that victory depends on united action and preparedness, stressing resolve and strategic patience.
General Manager O'Brien and Gen Passenger Agent McMurray of the Harriman lines toured Eugene and praised the electric car service, track work, and the city site. They foresee a new depot and yard as model railroad facilities and plan a June 24 excursion from Portland to open the depot, highlighting Eugene as a forthcoming commercial hub.
The Guard reprints editorials defending State ment No 1 of the direct primary law. Oregon papers unite in favor of letting the people choose United States senators, opposing political bosses and urging Republicans to embrace the reform. The piece argues popular elections strengthen the majority party and curb machine influence, noting southern states already use popular vote to select senators. It asserts the direct primary safeguards self government and freedom from bribery and corruption.
The text argues that Oregon voters favor Republicans and urges party leaders to abandon machine politics. It warns against open or underhanded assaults on the primary law and predicts Democratic success if bosses cling to control. calls for honest Republicans to support genuine candidates in June.
State Senator F. E B. Beach of Port proposes that Linn County be exempt from paying any part of the tax to support the State University. He argues opposition comes from a few hostile locals, not the amount asked, and says exempting Linn County could prevent statewide hostility and allow the university to become a credit to Oregon.
Efforts to interest schoolboys in rifle practice gain traction nationwide though funding hinges on war department support. General Robert Shaw Oliver urges $100000 in army appropriations for rifle education in schools and civilian clubs with arms, ammo, prizes, and indoor outdoor contests.
A movement to organize a local building and loan association in Eugene led to the appointment of a committee by the Commercial club to oversee the effort.
A New York dispatch covers the 15th annual meeting of the United States League of Local Building and Loan Associations. Delegates from across the states hear that assets rose to about 55 million in 1997, with total capacity for 728 million in people’s capacity. California shows a membership drop but asset growth. The Commercial Club committee, C H Fisher J M Williams and Dr Leonard, will explain the plan and hold meetings to inform interested parties about the organization and the building and loan scheme.
A special dispatch from the Oregon clan argues that Kentucky politics show liquor interests pushing extreme measures to undermine primary elections and nominate candidates. It cites bitterness toward Beckham faction influence and alleges prodded resignations amid a broader assault on party processes.
The Statesman denounces misrepresentation in the university appropriation debate while noting opposing arguments rely on false statements. A Minnesota man revived after physicians declared death calls dying the most delightful experience. Judge Cake outlines a Republican platform supporting direct senatorial elections. A Tennessee woman’s plan to mix populations prompts voter concern over state-neighbor effects. Joe Cannon says he rarely swears, using strong words only as emphasis.
A lively editorial notes harmony claims by Multnomah and Lana counties against reform measures. It calls out politicians, precinct workers, and editorials in Portland. Mention includes N N McArthur running in Clackamas Multnomah for governor and W C Belt in Sellwood, with calendar quirks and comments on Heney’s fee and Eugene’s growth plans. Stays within period voice. emphasizes local political maneuvering and upcoming primaries and general elections.
Senator Whyte of Maryland, the oldest senator, argues a long prosperity period acts as an intoxicant and typically drives the country into a monumental jag with a looming morning after.
Thurston residents stay busy with improvements painting rebuilding fencing stump pulling and garden work. People plan to move fencing brush plant early potatoes while Mr Rhodes prepares the hop yard ground for farming after years of careful hops operations and strong prices for picking. The hop season’s return brought gatherings and pleasant meetings, but that time may not return, hurting many in the community.
The piece questions why many readers oppose Statement No 1 and the direct primary system, noting Oregon newspapers rarely attack Statement No 2. It argues media shape public will, cites bias in coverage, and asserts several papers align with the right side while many oppose reform efforts.
The Oregon political clash heats up as George C. responds to Fulton’s charge against Heney. The exchange suggests Clackamas leader remains active and may unveil more inside history about his Astoria adversary to the public in coming weeks.
Mr Norman Coulter of the Delbert Building in San Francisco publicly endorses Electric Bitters as a tonic medicine. He says it treats stomach liver and kidney disorders promptly and strengthens the system. The note mentions Kuykendall's drugstore and a debate victory by Grants Pass high school over Marshfield to win the Southern Oregon high school debating league.
The ad touts Texas Woader as a remedy for kidney bladder and rheumatic troubles. It promises a two month treatment at one dollar a bottle and offers testimonials by mail. Addressed to O J Hall and Dr B W Hall in St Louis for orders and testimonials.
J. L. Bristow, former postmaster general, formally declares his bid for the United States Senate to fill the seat of Cheater J. Long of Kansas, whose term ends next March.
A vintage advertisement claims Pollister’s Rocky Mountain Tea cures illness for all ages. It asserts the product strengthens weak men women and children and boasts decades of use with a price of five cents for tea or tablets from L N Drug Co.
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