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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1906
Page
3
An independent weekly published by Campbell Brothers in Eugene Oregon announces its Friday issue schedule and subscription rates. The notice records a price of 81.50 per year and 2.00 at year end, with postal entry details and issue dating February 25.
Extracts from MecClure's Magazine argue typhoid fever is mainly waterborne. Pollution, polluted rivers, and poor filtration drive outbreaks. cities like Pittsburg and Ithaca faced high death or case rates. Public health law, reporting, and municipal budgeting are blamed for ongoing risks.
The Oregon City Courier praises Governor Chamberlain for honesty and efficiency, urging voters to reelect him next Jane. It compares him to national leaders Folk and Lafollette, rejects party cries, and vows the record of his administration will win high commendation for principle and probity.
A short notice advises using F. J. Schofield's fertilizers to bring early berries and better prices. Prompt asks readers to drop a letter or postal to him at Eugene for information.
The Springfield city council accepted a proposal for a waterworks system from Willamette Valley Co. and will proceed after ordinance passage. Fire protection is promised by January 1, with full system ready within one year. City water will be offered to public and private users at reasonable terms, likely expanding usage to nearly every household.
J B Eddy of Southern Pacific Co visited Springfield this week seeking an ordinance to permit Oregon & California and Southern Pacific to build, operate and maintain two oil storage and delivery tanks. One tank will hold 60 000 gallons of crude oil for storage and a 30 000 gallon delivery tank for supplying cars and engines. The tanks would be on the Oregon & California Railroad Co grounds south of Main Street on Third.
The Coburg Modern Woodmen of America camp merged with the Engeng camp. Eighteen members transferred certificates, creating a new camp with over 24 members.
Greenleaf reports heavy rain with the creek at winter high levels. H B logging broke a jam on Thursday and logs filled the creek briefly. Levi Berkshire returned from the log drive. Telephone service expected next week along the line. Fr P Pepiot improving from lameness. Walter Jay and Pete Wilcutt report good trapping luck. Brother of O Wilcutt in Cauda and his wife both died within three months. Mrs Alice Wheeler and daughter unhurt after mule accident. J A Burnett returns to Chicago after winter visit. Will Ward returns from Eugene after stock shooting. Locals hopeful a railroad will pass through the valley. Emile Roberts loses a ewe. Steelhead seen in small streams feeding Lake Creek.
The final eighth grade examination for public schools will be held on May 17 and 18, June 4 and 15, 1008. Teachers must notify the chairman of the action to arrange exam details and ensure question numbers and venues reach the examiner in time.
A brief note states that Diamond chick food beef serapa and grit will solve issues in raising young chickens and directs customers to purchase at Chambers Hardware. The message emphasizes obtaining Diamond products for poultry care.
Oregon National Guard is slotted to lead United States mobilization if China hostilities erupt. Washington reports Oregon ranks second only to Wisconsin among guards, with preparations under way in Portland for a full infantry regiment and a light artillery battery within three days. Officials note Oregon's wartime Philippines record and Portland’s open port status influence the mobilization plan.
J B Willoughby promotes spraying twenty acre orchard adjoining Eugene to combat the San Jose scale. Public notices urge immediate action with a home formula using quicklime sulfur salt and water and advise using bean spray pumps for best results.
Readers in St. Louis can receive a 24 by 32 inch colored picture titled The Departure of the Bride from the Home of Washington for sending one dollar to cover a year’s subscription to the Twice-a-Week Republic and Farm Progress. The offer notes Washington at his Virginia home bidding the bride and groom, with Fer rin’s painting reproduced in sixteen colors. Subscriptions may be prepaid by money orders or drafts. the offer may be withdrawn at any time. Subscriptions should be sent to The Republic, St. Louis, Mo. 217 6tdw.
A native born U S citizen age 48 and a progressive Republican. Pioneer of Oregon living twenty nine years in Willamette Valley and eighteen in Baker City. Willamette University AB 1578 admitted to bar 188_. Long active in public affairs as Baker City mayor several terms and school director. Broad business and community endorsements. party loyalist and unifying figure. Strong home support in Baker County and Eastern Oregon, noted as leading lawyer and campaigner with clean record.
The marriage of Miss Lou M. Dinehart and Cyris L. Richardson took place February 28 at Rev M F Horns residence 832 Mill Street with Rev Horn officiating. Both are from Pleasant Hill where the groom is described as a prosperous young farmer and the bride as an estimable young lady. they will reside in Pleasant Hill.
A fragmented note complains that stopping the paper would harm business while urging vigilance against typhoid fever. The text references rising cases and the responsibility of daily papers to warn residents about water safety and public health dangers despite potential personal costs.
The Currin family marked John’s birthday at the Cottage Grove farm with a family gathering. His wife also celebrated a birthday in April. Elders were hearty and expect to dance as they celebrate together.
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