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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1903
Page
7
McMinnville hosts a student gathering with delegates from Corvallis Albany Willamette Pacific University Monmouth Newberg and Oregon. the event features oratorical competition, college yells, a banquet, and a protest over judging rankings by Prof Kelsey.
Ernatus A. Smith, senior, won first place and best orator honor at the eleventh state intercollegiate contest held at Villard Hall. Miss Lacy May Cause, Pacific College, took second place as a large audience of students from multiple colleges filled the hall. Tensions rose as delegations cheered for their schools and orators amid lively displays of college spirit.
Washington dispatch reports Oregon delegation weighing new appointments for five land offices. Current incumbents and successors named include registers at Oregon City Roseburg La Grande Lakeview Burns and receivers at the same offices plus Burns. Changes expected soon with La Grande eyed for significant reform and Senate confirmations anticipated once agreed.
The executive committee may meet next week to consider a protest about scores. Officers elected at yesterday’s business meeting include President H. & Thomas of Pacific University Newberg, Secretary Charles Clark of Pacific College Forest Grove, and Treasurer Wm. Metzger Monmouth Normal Monmouth. The next contest is expected in Newberg. Studente and northern valley visitors were delayed by a wreck at Walker causing delays for departures.
A jury found WS King and his son Floyd guilty of cruelty to animals while Roy Hurlburt was discharged. Sentencing set for tomorrow at 10 AM. The defendants were arrested after Mrs Adelia Clemenson alleged her cows were chased on King's property, causing injuries.
The local Teamsters Union was reorganized last night at Labor Hall on West Seventh Street. Officers elected include President H P Morris, Vice President James Honig, Secretary-Treasurer V i Fuller, Conductor John Kloontz, and Warden S Y Abbott. A large attendance attended the meeting. The Federation of Labor plans a follow up meeting next Tuesday in the same hall to elect officers. The union labor movement in Eugene is advancing rapidly with growing interest in the organizations.
A morning assembly featured Supt Adame and Albany teachers visiting city schools. Dr Bechdelt introduced Adams who urged education as life's foundation, receiving hearty student applause. The Albany party included Supt Adams and several Misses and Professors. Musical numbers by Miss Ford and Stauffer followed with a Mendelssohn duet and a vocal solo. The E-8 debaters held a trial debate with Rowbury leading one side.
A son was born to Mr and Mrs Clive Cheshire on Wednesday March 11 14S. The brief birth notification records the new arrival and the Cheshire family.
Northbound overland passenger train crashes into rear of a freight at Walker station before 3 am. Engineer and fireman stay at their posts. One hobo wounded, no fatalities. Signals reportedly not heeded. caboose splintered. Engineer Charles Brandt, fireman Dening, and Conductor Sam Veatch in charge. Damage to engine, tender, and caboose substantial. Crews cleared track later today.
The Fourth Regiment Fourth Kane marksmen held a parade at the armory where Sergeant H. C. Hunter received his gold medal. Major Chrisman presented the honor as Colonel Yoran spoke briefly. The crowded event ended with a lively dance and enjoyable music.
Early morning near Hoffman House a horse hitched to J H Newman's fish wagon bolted at nine. It dashed along Park to Eighth, turned behind the Loan and Savings Bank, sped west, then north on Olive to West Fifth where it slowed and stopped. No major damage reported.
Wil lard Hadlock, long absent since September, left Eugene for Ogallala Nebraska with several hundred dollars and a San Francisco stop planned. Friends fear he was robbed in San Francisco and not heard from since. He is middle aged and single, formerly with the Foresters of America. dues are in arrears.
Elliott Lyons, condemned to death for a horrific crime, sits in county jail awaiting execution on April 17. Divinity School students and city pastors have visited him, reading scripture and praying. He reportedly expresses deep repentance and seeks forgiveness.
The Woodmen of the World hall hosts a county camp joint meeting next Friday in Eugene. A May 1 log-rolling is shaping up as a major affair with 200 new members expected. sixty applications already filed, Springfield leading. Uniform Rank camps in Eugene and Springfield drill regularly for the event, with strong growth reported by District Manager Woodcock.
The newly organized Court Lane No 40 Foresters of America lists officers including Deputy grand chief ranger W. S. Moon Eugene. chief ranger C. P. Houston. sub chief ranger T. W. Poole. treasurer E. E. Justice. financial secretary J. J. Johnson. senior woodward Walter Schatte. junior woodward J. R. Jones. senior beadle C. C. Hays. junior beadle I. W. Darrow. physician Dr N. J. Lee. druggist T. W. Poole. junior past chief ranger Edward Bailey.
Property listing describes a Lake area suburban tract near 2.00 per front foot to close out soon with crops that will pay. Describes the lot as very attractive for a home site and worth twice the ask. Owner seeking immediate funds. Includes address near West Eighth Street and a referenced city area.
A dense Portland society column notes visits and gatherings across Oregon towns. Mentions Herb Leigh of Portland, Rev Gilbert at Jas Robinson’s home, L T Harris returning from Seley, H C Galey cashier of Rowbury First National Bank in city, and several social guests from Albany to Salem. Also references Miss Hallie Watson, Pearl Hedges, Mabel Carter, and Leda Buren visiting or visiting with hosts. Mentions Mrs Julia Day’s mahogany Trowbridge piano gift and local lectures in Ashland.
University of Oregon manager Earl and Albany College coach Wire arrange a field meet in Eugene on Saturday in March. Albany, long a foe to be dismissed in track, aims to prove itself against the UO, buoyed by recent strong team records and a solid football season, seeking a creditable showing.
Seattle reports Rev. Mel Scott, described as colored, was sentenced to 15 years in prison for a reported incident involving a 14 year old girl in March. The girl died during childbirth.
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