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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1902
Page
2
The article reviews historical sheriff races in Lane County highlighting A J Johnson and W W Withers. It notes Johnson’s narrow reelection in 1896 and Withers’ broader margins in 1900, comparing broader Republican strength and near misses for other offices. It ends by predicting next Monday’s result from past patterns.
A La Grande letter in the Pendleton East Oregonian claims Union county aided delegates for the Republican county convention. It says in Union LaGrande and Elgin most men for sale were subsidized, with ordinary men earning 5 dollars for influence on primary day. It alleges defeats of ex-Sheriff Rogers and others by deceit, and praises two bartenders elected. the writer argues Furnish lacks moral scruples and promotes a corrupt view of the gubernatorial nominee.
The May issue of The Insurance Press lists life insurance payments by U S companies in 1901 for Oregon towns led by Portland with 394 027 and Albany 5 000 to Eugene 16 000. Oregon totals contribute to a U S sum of 217 162 530, up 20 000 000 from 1900, not including fraternal societies or accident and sickness benefits.
Frank Coleman brother of Lane county pioneers died at his brother H Coleman’s home on Thursday May 22 after two months of illness. He was 67 and spent most of his life in Lane county. Funeral held Saturday at 2 pm at the home ranch with burial beside his parents on the old donation home place. Survived by three brothers and one sister Henry WI and Enoch Coleman of Lane county, Mrs J Teal of Portland, Mr and Mrs D Zumwalt of Green Door. Visitors included May Zumwalt who is improving in California and is hoped to recover soon. Mrs Lucy Hayes visited Mrs Hollandeworth the past week. Mre W Gunton and Rosa Hollanda worth of Eugene visited Hadleyville last week. Mud on the road noted.
A Sumpter Union County editor railing against women’s church hats notes men’s disdain for odd adornments such as dead birds ribbons and chots in hats. He pokes fun at a geologist Professor Robert T Hill sailing to study Mt Pelee and vows the scientist won’t get scorched.
From Blue River May 4 special report notes Hawley and daughter Alta arriving recently while snow fades from mountain peaks. McCauley and Dick Hives resume work on the Evening mine. JJ James at hotel project. Carey Thompson and Culp with crews on Meade's building. Local activity surges.. Eastern visitors urge a railroad to develop regional resources as wealth awaits in rich mountain deposits.
Daily Guard notes a string of local movements: Walter Rowe ill in limbuago, RC Edwards off to the city, Sheriff Withers back from Salem, RH Groger arriving from Wea ling, Coleridge McElroy from Portland, P E Snodgrass from Baker City, Montgomerys visiting, Mrs A E McAlister en route to McMinnville, Mrs G Biddle and daughter Carmille to Albany, Deputy Fred Fisk to Siusian country, Rev Carl Thompson leaves for points north, Mrs RC Shelton visiting from Salem, Ina Mulwell returning to Dayton, Dr J W Harris to Junction City, B E Coggewell and wife return to Muddy, Berger family touring Klamath and Lake counties, Hon 8y Yoran back from Douglas County after campaign speeches, A A Jennings and B F Keeney to Smithfield for speeches, Frank Woodruff from Lorane via Eugene, Eva Ortechild to Roseburg, AC Frederick arrives from Riverside, Col Straight and Archbald and Fitch to Bohemia mines, Levi Withee and others from Lion county, J J Hughes to Seattle for musical position, Esther Johnson from Eugene visiting Brysons, and notes Pendleton East Oregonian.
A Union Oregon dispatch notes Mr Furnish delivering a "characteristic talk" that readers say is typed and read, while others claim his speech is unique. The piece ends with reflection on life and time, stating life is too short for hate as Club Woman comments emerge.
Special to the guard Dexter May 26 Mia Holbrook showing mental and physical improvement stays with sister Creewell Edgar Johnson shifts to Barnes place now Essex Bowen DC Matthews and wife visited Eugene and back C L Williams banks logs for second run to Eugene Dexter canvas disappoints Republicans Mr Kuykendall loses temper shoe fits Harrie Mr Frederick and Mrs Lindsay organize Fraternal Aid lodge at Dexter grain mill likely to close mid June due to wheat shortage
Grace Crow encountered a large wildcat on the road while driving milk cows. Her grandfather arrived and extinguished the nine vital sparks of his bob-tailed catehip. The region reports whooping cough concerns and sheep-shearing begins at W L Ford’s ranch. May brings sunshine, news of Mr and Mrs Jenkins visiting for the summer, and hints of fresh garden sass and gooseberry pie.
Coburg notes report Coleman ill with lagrippe, Geo A Drury and Mrs F R Rich visiting from Dallas, Mre F R Rich hosting relatives, Allingham opens new butcher shop on Willamette Street, near-fire incident at Wes Beeson residence. Nellie Beeson halts flames before major damage.
The University of Montana in Missoula has let a contract for a women’s dormitory and plans a gymnasium at a cost of $8500.
A solid inch of water fell at Chicago in forty minutes on Saturday, prompting brief weather chatter and local reports of sudden showers across the city.
A doctor awakens a madam and urges immediate aid from a clergyman and a lawyer to prepare a will. The exchange reveals a tense but nonfatal incident as the doctor explains he was roused in the night for a routine disturbance.
Sealed proposals will be received at the office of L H Johnson University Steward Eugene Oregon for sundry alterations and repairs to University buildings until May 31 1902 at 2 pm Plans and specifications available at the University steward office in Eugene Judge Bean Salem and Richard Martin Jr Portland Bid must include a 20 percent certified check Right reserved to reject any or all bids SH FRIENDLY Chairman Executive Committee Board of Regents University of Oregon
In a brief vignette, Tom praises a young widow as “a woman worth talking about” while another character notes that everyone is talking about her, highlighting social attention and jealousy in a nuanced social moment.
A column quotes Champ Clark describing overwork and nervous strain after a campaign. He credits three bottles of Electric Bitters with restoring his health, praising the medicine as the best all around remedy. The ad targets overworked men and frail women, offering Electric Bitters for 50 cents with a guarantee by W L DeLano.
The county clerk requires six freeholders to certify residency for voting. Voters should go to the polls early to secure affidavits before midday rush. Everyone should exercise the elective franchise.
Notice states that contracts for lumber to build or repair county bridges and culverts require an order from the County Court or a court member. Supervisors may approve small immediate purchases up to 500 feet to keep public highways safe, but must still obtain court approval eventually. By order of the court, May 14, 1902.
A French naturalist warns that without birds mankind would starve in nine years as insects and slugs would overrun crops. Birds sustain plant life by feeding on these pests, making human existence possible.
The Ladies of GAR will furnish coffee for comrades and families on Memorial Day May 30. Bring baskets and feel at home. GAR hall open all day. Committed by Boen. In Fiorenes Crown Saturday May 17 1902 to Mr and Mrs Al Miner daughter.
In Eugene travelers find new beds and freshly papered rooms at the Courthouse Lodging House. Floors are painted and bright Brussels carpet rugs placed at each bed, avoiding old dusty carpets. Located just behind the courthouse.
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