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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1900
Page
1
A fierce blaze at the Eugene Lumber Company destroyed the mill and lumber yard, with only portions saved. Fire crews battled hot embers, water supply limits and sawdust fires as bystanders aided, while insurance was minimal and prospects for rebuilding remain uncertain.
A scanned Eugene Oregon page lists the First National Bank of Eugene Banking business notes and a tribute from the Ladies of the G A R. It records a condolence resolution for Mrs J W White with details of mourning and a Woodmen of the World fraternal home project in Walterville. Also notes the death of M C Smith of Crow Nebraska, funeral at Gate Cemetery, June 1900.
Daily Guard reports James F. Amis sold the Weekly Citizen to R. H. Miller for good will. Miller takes possession after this week's issue and plans a seven column folio with independent political stance. Amis retires to his farm with a long rent. editors wish him long life and prosperity.
E R Parker born Pleasant in early life, educated in common schools, taught at least three years in Trent school, holds a state diploma, and presents himself as thoroughly qualified for the assessor’s duties on the County Citizens ticket. Also notes Danish Colony interest and a Danish church at E C Smith farm west of the city. Funeral of Thomas Kay huge in Salem with De Molay Commandery honors. details of pallbearers. School placement for Phil Crawford. marriage of L A Reed and Lillian M Lewis. Legal notices from Magaiep and Manaran regions.
George Fisher and W T Campbell sue Eugene Loan and Savings Bank with county commissioners E O Potter W T Bailey and H D Edwards alleging improper deeds and diversion of a public square and highway. Plaintiffs seek to void deeds compel removal of obstructions and stop alleged nuisance with costs and further relief. bank signals intent to proceed with building despite suit.
The Eugene Lumber Company’s mill burned yesterday, crippling jobs for about 40 families tied to the mill and river logs. The Daily Guard proposes a voluntary cash bonus or advance for timber to restart the mill, urging local business leaders to act swiftly. Also notes the death of James Linn in Jacksonville at about 11:30 last night. he was 25 and had worked for Oregon Furniture in Portland before health issues.
The 5-year-old son of George Fisher fell from the barn loft this afternoon and broke his left leg at the hip. Doctors Paine and Selover set the limb, and he is said to be progressing nicely. Will Gilbert, praised for steady nerves, walked a beam 6 by 8 inches on the river bridge above the driveway while guiding a hose to battle a rooftop fire, earning hearty applause.
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