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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1906
Page
5
Fragmentary notice from Eugene Oregon listing a price per year and end date with unclear phrasing May 2 and references to a SecO matter and I class. Names, dates, and precise action are unreadable. keeps the core offer and location vague.
A fragmentary 1906 discussion questions party loyalty and ballot endorsements. It names three legislature candidates lacking league backing and condemns alleged “Saloon Power” influence. Prohibitionists are urged to favor enforcement over banning measures, portraying temperate citizens as central to the issue.
In a Republic paper edited by S Li Moor the community praises James Hayes Democratic candidate for representative and corrects a prior error naming I N Edwards as the farmer on the ticket. Hayes is described as an able man and good citizen, with town support in the vicinity.
Fragmented OCR text discusses Republican managers facing misgivings over liquor issues and anti-saloon alignments. It notes independent tendencies, party divisions eroding, and cooperation across representatives. Mentions Roosevelt, Ryan, and public relief as themes within a shifting party landscape.
The piece argues that voters should think independently, criticizing party throttling of action. It praises Leon Edmonson as earnest, industrious, and ambitious, a candidate deserving support to build a useful record for his constituents and future career.
Lane county records compare four year salaries of H. D. Edwards with Commissioners Hill and Price. The data shows Edwards drawing the highest annual pay among the trio, highlighting notable pay differentials for the period observed.
The Eugene Divinity School schedules a baccalaureate sermon by Rev. F. Walden of Seattle at the Christian church next Sunday. Five will be ordained, six will graduate Monday evening with Rev. Davis Errett of Salem delivering the address. The school reports its best year yet with strong attendance, library growth, and a boosted endowment under Dean E. Sanderson.
Mrs Lucia Wilke of Caine Wis found Bucklen Arnica Salve more effective than wealth in curing a long standing tanning on her leg. The salve, praised as a great antiseptic healer for piles wounds and sores, cost four cents at De Dunbee's drug store where Fred C Bean is in the city from
Dudley Newell a 22 year old University of Oregon student from Eugene drowned near Judkins Point after a canoe overturned in swift Willamette waters. Companion Wm Neal swam to shore, aided by a large crowd of students and citizens as search efforts continued with grappling hooks and divers.
Fortunate Missourians recall Dr King’s New Discovery curing three consumption patients who improved dramatically. One moved to Arizona but returned after treatment. The product is touted as a universal cure for cough cold and throat and lung ailments with a trial bottle offered.
Wood bids will be received by the board of directors of School No 4 Engens Oregon at the clerk's office until noon Saturday June 2. Bids for 100 cords four foot grab oak and 110 cords four foot body wood to be delivered to various schoolhouses in Regouie on or before September Wh 196. A ten percent bond is required with approved bids. Board reserves right to reject any or all bids. Frank Reisner clerk School District No 4
The Lane County Leste reports the Anti-Saloon League endorses Fred Fisk for sheriff on the Democratic ticket. It praises his past service, competence, and clean record, noting the Balance of Power League endorses him without solicitation and expects a faithful, capable official.
A reader named David Beers criticizes Lane County officials over graft and improper spending on district 32 road projects. He argues higher taxes persist despite debt reduction and urges electing new county court members to curb political graft and fund permanent improvements.
At the Cottage Grove board of directors meeting teachers for the next year were chosen. All current staff were retained except Keily and Taylor who declined re employment. Lula Currin and Laura Hefty replace them.
A daughter was born to Grant Hyland and his wife in Bugene on May 2, 1006. The birth adds a new member to the family audience.
Postmaster Robbed at River ton Iowa and narrowly escaped harm, per his letter praising Electric Botters for twenty years liver complaint and jaundice relief. The tonic, claimed to aid stomach liver and kidney problems, is sold at Le Lane's drug store. Springfield residents hype local baseball, planning a Sunday game between north and south side teams amid strong turnout. A brickmakers named Martin and Cook lose a mare from their pasteure.
Governor Chamberlain vetoed a fertilizer bill that would license each fertilizer brand and empower Dr. Withycombe to seize shipments and arrest dealers lacking licenses. The act would fund salaries for the Agricultural College and increase Withycombe’s pay, while letting a state institution enforce criminal law without court review. Critics say it ties enforcement to politics and oversteps judicial processes. The piece notes political shifting among Oregon Republicans and mentions a 7,000,400 feet log drive to Deoth Kelly mill.
San Francisco May 21 Assistant U S Attorney Black states S A D Puter was arrested at Alameda for complicity in Oregon land frauds and will be sent to Oregon for federal proceedings. Earlier Oregon convict Patel escaped in Boston after Burns nabbed him. his Berkeley family link and quake anxiety are noted.
Washington May 21 The US Supreme Court ruled against Senator Burton Kaneas in a two count case. He must serve six months in jail and pay 2000 fine on one count and six months in jail plus 200 fine on the second. Indicted for appearing before a department for personal gain in a government proceeding. Burton barred from ever holding office. Sixty days to file a motion for rehearing. Evidence notes from St Louis appeal. Burton ceases to be a senator when the sentence begins.
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