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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1902
Page
5
The Eugene Guard reports a thinker suggests building mountain cabins with glass watchers to detect fires, sending men to the locality, and using rangers to warn the public and keep fires from starting, since only rain or divine aid can extinguish fires.
In New York City last Sunday, ministers urged political participation as a duty of Christians. Rev Robert Paddock told YMCA listeners that pastors must engage in political subjects, noting many voters sell their votes daily and urging citizen involvement at primaries.
The Russian press censored signals exchanged at a czar Kaiser meeting. The Kaiser sent farewell signals claiming dominion of western seas while the czar replied with Eternal friendship. The rulers worried that England and France would object to their isolation at sea.
Surgeons in Chicago yesterday extracted an inch and a quarter blade from a son's brain after years of hospital confinement for convulsions and epilepsy. The account notes how modern surgery now dares operate on vital organs that earlier surgeons avoided.
President G Stanley Hall of Clark University studies the near absence of insanity among Negroes attributing it to fewer experiences in civilization. He suggests brain quality and racial exposure may influence mental health differences between races.
In McMinnville yesterday a defeat for woman suffrage and for mayor and council salaries was reported. The quiet campaign contrasted with the excitement that accompanied other heated local issues in Yamhill County's capital.
The Geological Survey reports Utah's Great Salt Lake could disappear soon as irrigation draws off tributary streams. The warning cites ongoing water use around the lake and stresses the potential regional ecological and economic impact if current practices continue.
KA Booth John F Kelly Geo H Kelly coordinate Oregon venture as incorporators of Oregon Land and Livestock Co with $1,000,000 capital. Office in Eugene. Plan to cultivate cattle sheep goats horses and build roads and water systems on Military Road grant lands and other tracts. Booth anticipates large scale operations and substantial land acquisition in grants and nearby holdings.
Spencer farm consisting of 44 acres six miles north of Eugene along the river road was sold today by owner Jeff D Spencer to Edward Quinn and Charles Leveson formerly of Minnesota. The price was thirty dollars per acre totaling 15,200 dollars. C A Fegow & Co. coordinated the sale.
In Walton Furnace Vermont William Aptrey sent 18 miles for Backlen’s Arnica Salve and reports a horrible fever sore on his leg cured. The ad claims the salve also cures bruises felons ulcers eruptions boils corns and piles. It is guaranteed by W L Delano druggist.
Questioning headaches and fatigue, the notice urges readers to consult Dr Lowe about glasses. It claims his eyewear improves visual function and boosts nervous and brain energy, with many in the region testifying to its benefits.
An ad touts Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a tasteless quinine remedy with the claim No Cure No Pay. The price is shown as 50e, promising relief without taste or bitterness.
The Oregon Irrigation Association with over 400 delegates gathers in Portland on November 18 and 19. Railroads offer six day excursion fares from Oregon points. City events include a bell concert free theaters visits to wheat ships public library Oregon Historical Society and federal and city buildings plus a Willamette River cruise to show Portland’s enterprise and hospitality to visitors from across Oregon.
A reader notes that after visiting the Northern Optics Ophthalmology of Chicago, they offer free examinations and promise relief for defective sight through proper eyeglasses and vision correction.
H Clay Bridges died at Pleasant Hill at 7 p m on Wednesday November 5 1902 from consumption. He was 18 years 6 months and 5 days old. The body was interred this afternoon at Pleasant Hill cemetery. Rev RG Callison conducted the service.
Wonatetter sold his interest in the barber shop to partner Bert Vincent who will conduct it. Branetetter has a petition in Portland and will leave for that city at once. Vincent will hire a competent man to assist him.
An infant son of Nand and Katie Doak, formerly of Hadleyville in Lane county, was born near Joseph in Wallowa County on October 81, 1002. The child is 6 months and 6 days old.
For Rent. One hundred twenty acres adjoining Eugene. Seventy six acres plow land and thirty four acres pasture. Part of Bisi donation claim. Apply to AC Woopcock.
An old advertisement proclaims a one day cure for colds with Bromo Quinine Tablets. It promises a full refund if the cure fails and notes E W Grove's cure is printed on each box.
Part payment for pianos brings a batch of second hand organs by Mason Hamlin Estey Newman Bros Chicago Cottage and other makes. They will be sold at half price. Visit No East Ninth Street Morais & Craw to view them.
D H Turner of Dempseytown Pennsylvania reports dramatic results from Dr King's New Life Pills claiming they cured constipation and liver issues in two weeks. The ad touts the product as infallible and notes a 25 cent price at W L DeLano's drug store.
Stops the cough and works off the cold with a promise of cure in one day. Ad highlights no cure no pay and a price of 25 cents for the tablets. Strong brand name and value proposition aimed at quick relief from cold symptoms.
Real Estate CC Cefmao and Sop with dealers in Bohemia and Bine River mining stops list farm and city properties. Alco holds a large catalog including lots in RF Scotts addition to Eugene Office No 6 West Ninth Street Eugene.
Albany College second team defeated Brownsville High School Tuesday by a 16 to 5 score. CA Fitch, editor of the Lakeview Herald, died at 9 o'clock last night from an overdose of morphine. Hampton Brot arrange for the Mandolin lab to play at their store every Saturday night during the winter. Their first appearance was Saturday night and drew interest.
The ocu optician will be in his Eugene office all week and until the 16th, then absent until December. Those wishing to consult about eyes and lasers should note the date. Also advertised was a sale: one 2 year old sow with eight 8 week old pigs, with the seller at V Robev ky Eugene.
The text promotes Dr Harter's Iron Tonic as a superior blood builder and purifier. It argues blood health anchors overall health and describes the tonic as a decades tested remedy endorsed by many medical professionals who have not found a substitute.
An advertisement from The Dr Harter Medicine Company Dayton Ohio promotes Dr Harter's Iron Tonic as a remedy against scrofula pimples rheumatism and other blood related disorders. A testimonial from Margarite F Yenzell of Detroit Michigan dated January 10 1901 praises the tonic for curing rheumatism and improving general health noting the Crescent trademark on every bottle and urging readers to insist on the genuine product.
LT Reynolds, a member of the state board of horticulture, visited Eugene this morning to inspect local fruit trees. He noted trees in the area were largely free from scale and injurious pests, but soils were prevalent in the city center. He announced a more thorough inspection would occur this winter and praised the fruit farm of 8 P Sladden just north of town.
A robust blacksmith in Tilden Ind suffered ten years of rheumatic torture. After taking Electric Bitters he reports a complete cure. He credits the tonic with curing his pain and restoring health. The remedy purifies blood, regulates kidneys, improves digestion, and eases nervousness. Available for 60 cents at W L DeLano's drug store.
Hugh Hampton opened a new meat market this morning at the former Meo Cornack Stand No 15 East Ninth Street after thorough renovation. Hampton is a well known citizen and seeks a generous share of public patronage.
City Treasurer Prank Ireisner announces all warrants up to and including No 331 registered January 13 1902 will be paid on November 10 1902 at his offices. Interest ceases on that day.
A Brown horned Jersey and a light fawn Jersey cow strayed from Moriog field Lane county on October 6. A liberal reward is offered for information leading to their recovery. Contact J A Hout Spricnefield Oregon. Also listed are various men’s footwear deals from Gilbert including 128 pairs at $4 and 83.108 pairs at $5, with several patent leather pairs priced 3.50.
FOR SALE Namber of back sheep and Durham calves for sale Two miles south of Pleasant Hill A J Ciuzan FORK SALE Three good logging horses and a logging outhy will sell in part or as a whole Also first-class Durham cow with young calf CHARLES UR RER.
Circuit Court proceedings list cases to recover money, divorc es and testimony, with several matters confirmed or referred. Jury draws noted and multiple parties named, including Ward and Wright, Upham, Payat, Christian, and Smith families in unsettled and advisory actions.
At the bride’s parents home a Wednesday forenoon ceremony united Miss Miliscent Mack and WL Gilham of Portland. Rev H A Green officiated Kiating. They take this afternoon’s train for Portland.
Firemen rushing into a blazing home pulled sleeping residents to safety amid smoke and heat. The scene underscored dangers from neglected coughs and colds and promoted Dr Kings New Discovery for Consumption as protection against throat chest and lung troubles. Ends with a sales pitch for a tea spoonful dose and Tri bottles free.
Bargains in farms two miles from Elmira Oregon. A 160 acre tract with 80 acres plow land and 80 acres pasture. Good range, barn, fenced, residence with orchard and living spring. One of the finest small places in the county. Address Frank Parry Elmira Oregon.
A sale advertisement touts Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonto as iron and quinine with no genuine cure promised. Also offered are men’s working shoes in several price tiers and sizes up to 11, with several pairs discounted to $2.00 and up.
The report details the full description of yards and buildings, noting layout, dimensions, and access points. It records how quality grew this season, citing improved materials, maintenance, and upgrades that enhanced safety and utility across sites.
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