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Newspaper

Eugene Weekly Guard

Location

Eugene, Oregon, United States of America

Date

May 02, 1903

Page

7

Campaign headquarters opened in Oregon circles

J Lathrop of Portland assistant secretary arrived from Jacksonville to establish the headquarters at the Sociede Hotel. Capt Sam White detained in Baker City with his young son, plans to reach Eugene soon to lead the campaign. Roames outlines an active campaign starting April 29 with stops at Ashland Canyonville Cottage Grove Newberg and May 2 in Champoeg.

Soicede John Bh. Lathrop Portilan Jackonville Sam White Clairman Bia Waker City Npon Eames Jacksonville Roames Ashlan Canyonville Cottage Grove Newberg Mer Reumon Champoeg Oregon

Henry J Day Seen South and Political Notice

A March 23 letter from Henry W Stewart, a Spring Held boy and Southern Pacific agent from Comstock, California, details an encounter with Henry Smy the ex deputy sheriff of Lane County. Smy allegedly dodged recognition and departed for Leno Nevada and Ogden Utah after a confrontation at the depot. The letter also reports the Reames organization gaining momentum, with A B H Reames favored in the southern district while Hermann’s support appears weak in the north. The Daily Guard pledges to publish Democratic headquarters news first.

Henry W. Stewart Southern Pacific Comstock Sacramento California Henry Smy Lane County Sheriff Withers Leno Nevada Ogden Utah Tmla Jeff Eugene Henry Stewart Jos. W. Stewart Springfield Sprinefield Eugene Shell Il Gillewd Daily Guard

Oregon National Guard Inspection Near Eugene

Acting under Secretary of War Root and Major Edward Chynoweth of Vancouver with Col James Jackson of Portland, inspectors will survey the Oregon National Guard. They plan to replace the Springfield rifle with the Krag Jorgensen as part of aligning state militia arms with regular army standards, with Eugene visits slated for April 50.

Root Edward Chynoweth Vancouver James Jackson Portland Oregon National Guard Eugene Wat

J W Baker Appointed State Game Warden in Oregon

Salem Oregon April 24 Governor Chamberlain announced the appointment of J W Baker a Democrat of Cottage Grove as State Game Warden succeeding Hoo L W Quimby the Republican incumbent to take effect July 1 Baker has served as clerk of the Oregon Senate in 1867 and 1878 and is described as capable and loyal to the party The report notes his limited public office experience but expects able service in the new role.

Salem Covernor Chamberlian J. W. Baker Cottage Grove Hoo. L. W. Quimby Laker Ainoe Oregon Senate

John Larrison Seen Before City Courts on Theft Charge

John Larrison of Springfield appeared before local magistrates accused of stealing a wheel belonging to P. Jones. He pleaded guilty to the charge and said he sold the wheel to a Creewell buyer. the property has since been recovered. Larrison was examined and recommended as a candidate for the reform school, taken there this afternoon by Deputy Mary Brown.

John Larrison Springfeld

Amicition society notes weekly high school program

The Amicition society renders its weekly meeting program with violin solo Merlin Harding reading C Ertz address C W Evans instrumental music Hendershott Brothers and W Moore prepared paper KR Kerr and contemporaneous speeches. Piano solo S M Met ueen story Glen Parrow a misprint listed Grover Keatly as Grace Kestly corrected.

Amicition Society Merlin Harding Reading C. Ertz C. W. Evans Hendershott Brothers W. Moore KR. Kerr S. M Ueen Glen Parrow Grover Keatly High School News Grace Kestly

Relatives in Eugene Mourn Oil Tank Blast Casualties

Report of eight men and two women killed in Minneapolis oil tank explosion distress Atwood family in Eugene. C H Durrip and Harold Colburn died, with A G Atwood and Jacob Domm among the casualties. The tragedy came unexpected and causes deep sorrow for relatives by marriage and blood.

Guard Minneapolis Atwood C. H. Durrip Mia A. G Harold Colburn Jacob Domm Urief

Geodetic Survey Prep for Pine River and Cascade Work

Col. A B French of the government geodetic and geological surveys plans field work in Pine River and Hobemia mineral areas in the Cascade mountains and other ranges. Pack outfits tents and camp paraphernalia are in Nell & Sons warehouse awaiting supplies. About 20 to 25 men to be employed with roughly 20 horses and pack animals.

A. B. French Government Geodetic and Geological Surveys Imagene Pine River Hobemia Cascade Mountains Nell & Sons

Brick shortage halts Salem dormitory and opera house work

Contractors Mou rer and Welch returned from Eugene after failing to secure brick for a State University dormitory contract. Salem and other towns pause building as brick supply dries up. J M Martin in Eugene speeds brick output, risking premature drying. foundations now cement. Opera house construction suspended due to brick scarcity.

Salem Journal Mourer and Welch Eugene Salem

Socialists Campaign Highlighted by Ingle and Wilkins

Corvallis socialist nominee Hon J W Ingle spoke yesterday while Hon M W Wilkins of California delivered a stirring address. Observers praised the masterly effort and predicted converts. Wilkins reportedly doubled socialist votes in his California district. Campaigns proceed along lines of Socialist doctrine and honesty under challenging circumstances.

J.W. Ingle Corvallis Congress M. W. Wilkins California Wilkins Ubstrict

Dr F W Prentice Leaves Eugene for Chicago Trip

Dr F W Prentice, a leading Eugene physician, departs for Chicago to pursue a post graduate eye ear and nose course. He will study Betz apparatus for rheumatics and Thermo Therapy, attend clinics, and return in about six weeks to two months.

F. W. Prentice Chicago Prentice Eugene Betz

Albany Politician Praises Local Streets Superintendent

The Albany Democrat lauds the city’s streets superintendent, praising his diligent weekend inspections of Main Street, tireless cleanup efforts, and vigilant sidewalk oversight, and expresses a wish to see Albany rival its sister city in street upkeep.

Albany Democrat Eugene Albany

The Eagles Convene First State Convention in The Dalles

The Order of Eagles holds its first state convention in The Dalles on May 6 and 7 with many Eagles expected to attend. Eugene lodge members will join as regular delegates, drawn from past officers of various lodges.

Order of Eagles Dalles

Robert C. Johnson to Transfer to New York Office

Robert C. Johnson of the Associated Press, long based in Portland Seattle and San Francisco, will move to the New York City AP office. The move is temporary and may become permanent soon. Johnson, a former U C student, is well known throughout the state. Ben Hendricks, once with Jim Corbett, is a noted local boxer who once boxed Corbett in London.

Robert C. Johnson Associated Press Portland Seattle San Francisco New York City Dole Mr. Johnson U. C Ben Hendricks Ole Olson Jim Corbett London Donaldson Corbett

Trouble Ahead for Miss Ware in Land Office Scandal

Eugene Miss Marie Ware former U S Land Commissioner faces perjury charges as Washington seeks indictment. Secret agents traced corruption claims tied to Roseburg and Eugene offices while politicians and timber interests loom large in a widening land deal scandal.

Daily Guard Marie Ware Eugene U. S. Land Comprover Particips Criminls Land Office Mies Ware Woehington Hitchcock General Knox Miss Ware

Eugene Daily Guard Briefs Apr 2 1910

Lee Minard from Cottage Grove and J H West from Pleasant Hill are noted visitors in Eugene. Various locals and travelers are listed including Mrs. Potter of Halsey, J M Shelly, Joe Templeton, Mrs Minnie Washburne, Amelia Currin, Ira and Herbert Hyland, Mrs P Walsh, J W Ingle of Corvallis, and many others. Notables depart for Chicago for further study. Drs. Prentice and York travel for post graduate work.

J. H. West Pleasant Hill Clarence Luckey Urna Frank Potter Halsey Eugene Friends J. M. Shelly Joe Templeton Minnie Washburne Portland Amelia Currin Cottage Grove Ira Hyland Lowell Herbert Hyland Mabel Maude Lane Harrisburg Rowland Geo. McCulloch S. W. Long William Barker BE. A. Taylors Eugene Lathrop Jaksonville A. B E. Reames Sam White Cawthorn

New Pastor Joins Cottage Grove Church

Rev J M Boyles has accepted a call as pastor of the Cumberland Presbyterian church in Cottage Grove. He and his family arrived yesterday and he will begin immediately. Boyles is described as an earnest worker in the Christian cause and comes highly recommended.

J. M. Boyles Woodbarr Cumberland Presbyterian Church Cottage Grove Boyles Mr. Boyles

Fell Dead in San Leopold County at 32

The article reports the death of a 32 year old man named Taterteca in San Leopold County after a heart attack. He was well known in Eugene and the piece notes his long residence in the area. The text reflects an old time style with fragmented spelling and place names.

Feshiley San Leopold Sef Filense Eugene

Eugene Baseball Club Elects Officers andpreps Field

The Eugene Baseball Company, incorporated this week, met to elect officers led by President Al Hampton and manager Chas Griffin. Opening game set for May 3 in Eugene. Grounds on West Eleventh Street improved with a smooth surface, fence materials hauled, and field closure to begin Monday as players practice nightly.

Eugene Baseball Company Svarg Fisher al. Hampton W. F. Gilstrap Do. Yoran CM Young H. L. Traver Ww. Yy Ku Chas. Griffin Eugene Yey Old Lawrence Streets

Genevieve Major in Washington Nearing End of Life

Word from the Times reports Miss Genevieve Major, now in Washington, is in the last stages of consumption and not expected to live long. Born and raised here, she is described as an exceptionally fine girl and her friends fear for her condition.

the Times Genevieve Major Washington McClain Albany Nixon Annie Griggs Lee Zoe Shannon Wes Lingo Salem John Jane Koehler 8. P. Lines Oregon Montgomery

Will Vote for Reames, Prof Wann Says Election View

Prof W A Wann of Eugene on the Democratic ticket for Superintendent reports meeting many Republicans in his rounds who will vote for Reames for Congress. He notes Wann travels widely on behalf of Mutual Life Insurance Company and believes Reames will be elected.

W. A. Wann Eugene Reames Harrisburg Bulletin

Woman Minister Performs Monroe Wedding Ceremony

James E. Looney and Miss Ollie Inghram of Monroe were married Wednesday afternoon at Rev Humbert’s residence in Corvallis. The ceremony was conducted by Mrs Humbert, an ordained Christian church minister famed in the region. The couple plans to reside near Monroe.

C. A. Wooley Junction Ivan McQueen Lorane City Robi. Cherry Salem Eugene Velene Eastham A. C. Patterson Acme R. A. Booth San Francisco Corvallis James E. Looney Ollie Inghram Monroe Humbert Christian Church

Timber Transactions in Glendale Timberland Looms Large

W H Strowbridge of Lendale plans to bend 42000 acres in Glendale region to log 1 2 billion feet of lumber at 25 cents per acre. A 25 mile railroad will be built to haul timber. A mill will be erected and operations expected to start this fall.

James M Mary Keeney Walter B. Scott U. S Arthur Co Addizon G. W. Long P. D. Gilbert Georgetown Olive BE Laing A. A. Tupper Reeves C Susan Edwards Prank H Addie E. Rogers First Presbyterian Church of Florence Morse Jobe C Elizabeth H. Adkins John A. Plummer Colonel F Angie Smith Thomas R. McMaster Fairmount Alfred H. M. Kirkland Herman Ensley O. A N. L. Davis Oren C. Davis Ml. EK Laura A. Moore W. H. Goezler Joseph S Letha Burnett Benjamin Hall Amanda VanSchoiack Frederick and Fannie Shepard Harten F D. F Elis Jane Miller Frederick Shepard John F Ida L. Kelly Booth. Kelly Lumber Company Margaret Stewart M. A B.S. Owens E. Railroad Minnie Culp Cornelius J Sophronia Hible James Keeney Is & FD Frederick Gosest M. D. Mitchell Dorris Eugene Alberta S. Me Murphey S. FE. Koapp Jr Skinner Fens W. H. Strowbridge Oflendale Glendale

Card of Thanks to Friends and Family for Kindness

Card of Thanks expresses gratitude from Reina and family for the sympathy shown during illness and loss of their mother. Mentions Mrs Purcell and Mrs Gas Rean, and notes letters from friends. Also mentions Herbert Weaver of Browns and his upcoming relocation to Eugene for his future home.

Purcell Gas Rean Herbert Weaver Browns Eugene

Also Mentioned on This Page

JE Lathrop Henry J. Day ELEC Ted A. B H. Reanes Coos Curry Hermann Oregon National Guard Inspection Govenor Chamberlain Coast and Geological Survey J. M. Martin Opera House The Eagles New York Cares Grip Anand Wy Lions Box Bugeue San Fracisco Mugeneth Imperial Hotel Miga Ware Fund Department Roseburg U.S Wuadge Bellinger Dugene Soother Looland Hétle Commissivone Thi Lloyd Horace McKinley McKinley Linnen Bellinger J. J. Walton Combine Judge Hellinger Taro Lee Minard A. L. Roney Goshen Beutgen Lillian Goodenow Cottige Grove Fred Applegate Douglas County Eugenes Clyde Hackett W. L. Copperwell Prineville Bend Country Keeler Gabbert Vinnie Knapp St. Helens Miss Knapp Mrs. Gabbert G. W. Anderson Illinois Frank McMurry Burgess Ford Lane County Rural Mail Carriers’ Association Timber Transactions
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