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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1903
Page
5
The weekly Eugene Guard lists offices near the corner of Seventh and Willamette streets opposite Odd Fellows Temple with Main 191 telephone for contact.
The passage notes fourteen thousand travelers to California in seven weeks and northwest migration. A Sioux City man bet a beauty he could beat her at Ping Pong, losing and having his whiskers gifted as souvenirs. Timber shortages affect railroads with Great Northern testing a three-cornered tie, costing more to cut but promising greater strength. The British government proposes a five hundred million loan to Irish tenants to buy lands, with fixed sale prices to curb landlord extortion.
Forty years after leaving his Massachusetts home to seek fortune out West a man returned to find his wife now a widow. The two were remarried, the journey echoing the tale of Marion Martin of Cottage Grove who lingered in Missouri while emigrating westward. He finally acknowledged a seven year residence before returning.
Jo Jung Toy a Chinese hop grower of North Yakima is defendant in a divorce suit filed by a white woman plaintiff who claims she received four hundred dollars from Mongolian husband at marriage a month ago and seeks a division of his substantial property. She alleges incompatible habits and customs and asserts she married with intent to gain his wealth.
The country’s press associations complain about metropolitan papers overexposing the Pennell-Hardick scandal in Buffalo. They critique sensational coverage as filth and slush, arguing it twists public perception and unfairly taints private life, while praising the many upright individuals who are rarely mentioned.
Portland policemen balk at new proposed standards citing strict fitness tests. The article notes San Francisco requires an 8 yard 15 second run and two feats such as chin-overs, carrying a 15 pound weight, or vaulting a four foot horse. It argues many current officers may fail as they age, challenging the gymnasium benchmark.
A fragmentary exchange appears to record a humorous domestic telegram style scene with playful banter about quarters and family, mentioning a person named Harry and remarking on five sisters with one engaged. The readable bits suggest a light conversational moment rather than a full news item.
Kk McMaurphey of Eugene Commercial Club reports a Portland run Bureau of Information project offering free exhibit space, transport, and staffing at Portland Union Depot to showcase Lane County grains fruit minerals and lumber. Officials Ladd Drake Killingsworth will visit Eugene. a special meeting is set to hear more details and weigh participation.
Creswell news notes March 25 report visits from Eugene by Kelsay and Noland, a Woodman hall concert Friday, Wm Buoy sells farm above town to eastern buyer for 700. Social to be held next Friday or the 27th, Frank Miller on leave from Booth Kelly camp at Seaburg, Dr Scarbrough back from Los Angeles, Mr Gorrell now in charge of the S P office here, formerly Drain night operator.
We express appreciation for the kindness and sympathy shown by friends and neighbors during our recent affliction. We will always hold them in grateful remembrance. Geo Learned and family. Eugene, March 24.
Pattern pamphlet from Eugene Woodlen Mills advertises 175 cloth patterns suited for boys knee pants offered at low prices.
Frank Reisner announces candidacy for City Treasurer in the upcoming city election. He seeks votes from residents and outlines his plan to manage municipal finances and budget oversight.
Wool and Mohair buyers at Frank and Donn's announce highest cash prices paid for those fibers. Traders and farmers are advised to bring offerings promptly to secure top rates. The market signals a strong willingness to pay premium for quality fleece and mohair in today’s trade.
Boys urged to trade in worn rubber items with W Sanders in Eugene. The buyer offers 4 cents per pound for all usable rubber salvaged, encouraging residents to convert discarded material into quick cash.
In Eugene, highest price paid for Mohair is offered by Lee Hoselton at Julius Goldsmiths cigar store. The notice invites buyers to present bids and contact the dealer for terms.
Pleasant Hill reports a quiet period with locals C. C. Parks and Jno Renwick returning from Coburg as mills shut down. It notes small events including a basket social at Woodman Hall for the Pleasant Hill C E with baskets selling well, and updates on local employment, schooling, and creamery plans.
A list of March 5 allowances items from county accounts, including bridge work, hauling, lamber and bridge bolts. Names such as L Evans, T Templeman, W Able, J O'Brien, J Pespesel, J Baker, and many others are recorded with amounts ranging from a few cents to several dollars.
Farrow and Company advertises a selection of plows and barrows claimed to be the best, inviting customers to purchase reliable farming tools.
A span of mares for sale weighing about 1200 pounds. Will sell with or without wagon. Address Caspar Bartsch Pleasant Hill.
Real estate transfers list partial lot and acreage parcels in Springfield Eugene Cottage Grove Coburg and other areas. Notarial commission for J E Young and mining location by Hiwatha Mining Milling Company.
Reported by C. Coffman & Sons for last week. W. M. Kays farm on river road north of Eugene, 0 acres at 4 percent miles. Transfers to Chas. Knoop and town lots in Eugene. Daniel Shaffer farm near Salem, 100 acres to W. C. Steward for 81500 dollars. Several deals on hand likely to close this week.
Commission paid to buyers of 1000 acres of land in tracts from 3 acres up at 14 to 425. Two miles from a small town and nine miles from the railroad. For particulars address Geo A Hoek owner 738 Ferry street Eugene Oregon.
BR DORRIS announces candidacy for re election to the office of Recorder in the city. The statement presents intent to seek another term and to continue duties in the municipal record keeping role.
Rev M La Rose spoke to a large audience last evening at the Christian church about the Tentmaker of Tarsus. He and his wife were guests of the congregation, and he will soon return to Tacoma where he serves as pastor of the Christian church.
Prof Chas Burden of Eugene organizes Mazamas expedition to the Three Sisters in June and seeks transportation options and commissary cost estimates. Those wishing to help should consult Prof Burden for figures and arrangements.
An advertisement proclaims Fulton Compounds cure kidney disease at chronic stage. It cites customer recoveries and endorsements from druggists like Willlis & Mart, Dr Markley, and others, asserting weight gain and renewed work capacity. The flyer pressures readers to buy and cites February 102 and December W dates as proof of long-term effectiveness.
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