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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1902
Page
6
The German Reichstag adopted a tariff paragraph allowing retaliation on nations discriminating against German products. The piece argues Germany cannot retaliate much, whereas the United States has abundant resources and room for growth, contending high tariffs hurt themselves and promote monopolies while reasonable tariffs foster competition.
Idaho faces anti Republican sentiment in a pointed reflection from the Roseburg Review. The piece argues Western states prosper under Republican policy yet Idaho’s gratitude wavers as it faces trust magnates and political puppets claiming divine favor.
Reports say Santa Maria Guatemala townspeople faced total darkness as ashes fell from the volcano on October 25. Ash seven feet deep around the base, with hot mud and stones, threatening a 30000 population zone near coffee farms as authorities seek clarity on who survived or perished. Six young New York collegians admit voter manipulation schemes, claiming they voted multiple times disguised as others to expose buyers.
Sailors desert under boarding house masters in Pacifico Casat porte leaving bundles of vessels idle. Shipowners suffer: when wanting sailors they must pay a 4 bonus, and when not needing crew they cannot rid idle men consuming three meals daily at owner expense.
The missionary Dr Sheldon Jackson helped secure government actions around 1900 to mount a large reindeer herd program. Reindeer were procured across Asia and from Lapland, expanding to about six thousand to ensure the northern Eskimos’ food supply if fish runs fail.
President Mitchell condemns coal pay by ton as unjust while weighing 2740 to 3190 pounds. The issue draws no counterclaim from coal operators, highlighting a wage dispute over tonnage measurement and fairness in pay.
Middle states manufacturers long favored cheap fuel face rising costs as gas supply wanes. Factories start relocating to access coal, with coal transportation proving cheaper than delivering gas.
The Portland Telegram notes that low fares have driven many workingmen to California destinations in recent weeks. A Portland to San Francisco trip costs fourteen dollars for 772 miles with a tourist car berth included, a notably inexpensive travel option.
In a New Jersey Federal court a case involves goods imported from Germany left in the custom house after the importer refused to pay duty. The items were sold for 2190 dollars less than the duty amount, and the judge rules the importer must cover the deficit to the government.
A Washington correspondent allegedly telegraphs a 1904 presidential forecast for The Oregonian yesterday. The piece suggests the column could have been produced in Oregon to save telegraph costs, implying possible fabrication or local assembly.
President Roosevelt comments that commodity prices have risen faster than wages and urges government action to reduce the former without harming labor. He warns that if he cannot reform trust control within his party, another leader may take charge after March 4, 1905.
A New York City coal sale occurred at 650 a ton the day before an election and dropped to 10 a ton the day after. The questions arise whether the lower price was kept to aid a political party or if the coal trust believed the election outcome ensured it would not be challenged in depriving the public.
A dispatch from Russia reports a Cossack station commander demanding a male child excess. Fathers of newborn girls are to receive fifty strokes with a aknout, a policy framed as progress since past practice punished mothers.
Oscar Fish earns thirty five thousand dollars yearly delivering mail on a four month run between Valdez and Eagle Alaska. A four hundred mile stretch is traversed by a team of Eskimo dogs through avalanches and frost bite. He endures peril to reach his destination each trip.
A fragmented note shows celebratory lines about an election result and personal reactions. The readable letters mention Pourtician and Pourrictas with expressions of delight and curiosity about the significance of the outcome.
Kipper-Skinover tricked his wife by offering a surprise if she learned to cook. She learned, but he rewarded her by discharging the cook, a mean turn that left her lacking a meal and the household in upheaval.
Snippets from a theater scene show Mas Kinper and Ma Kroper reacting to a villain who fires a jet of cigarettes. The ominous tone hints the character will die in the third act, underscoring a perilous performance moment.
The Portland Journal reports a robust hop crop with rising prices. Buyers eager to secure the entire yield at 26 to 27 cents per pound, while some seek above 30 cents. New York prices reach 20 to 36 cents. many sales statewide as one quarter of the crop contracted. a Salem judge’s ruling on contract validity stirs dealer unrest.
Advertisement listing red raspberry plants for sale. James Offut offers Marlboro and Cuthbert varieties at eight dollars and fifty cents per thousand. Mail address Box 1% Eugene Oregon.
Roseburg Street & Suburban Railway filed incorporation with the Oregon secretary of state and county clerk. Capital stock is 10000 shares of 9 each. Incorporators Hoa C A Selilorede SC Flint and FE Alley, all of Roseburg. Purpose to build a steam or electric street railway from the Great Central KR Terminal grounds to the city and suburban points. A Duluth capitalists group reportedly formed a second company for the same purpose. franchise grant under consideration.
Nora Rud dy quarreled with lover FJ Whitney in Harrison Idaho and, in a fit of anger, hired the steamer Powder Horn to cross the lake. She walked to the stern, refused to return when asked, and while the tug fired up to move, she fell overboard and sank before help could reach her.
Lovers A Horst of 802 California St San Francisco California seeks 50 to 200 acres of hay yards in full bearing in this vicinity. Wants full description of yards and buildings and notes quality grown this season. Leases to run one to five years with cash or share arrangements.
The article explains U S Army enlistment standards prioritize overall health and stomach digestion. It notes height is a minimum factor and many healthy men fail due to stomach weakness, as doctors assess internal condition beyond outward appearance.
Indigestion is described as the disease of all diseases affecting blood heart lungs liver and kidneys. The text argues that a weak stomach reduces nutrient absorption, leading to broad weakness, and promotes reliance on Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery to restore digestion and overall health backed by patient testimonials. It explains the stomach’s central role, cites a Blackstone Va patient, and promotes the accompanying Pleasant Pellets and a health guide.
The island city of Amoy faces a centuries old burial crisis as graves flood streets wells and plazas. With 44 000 residents and an estimated 5 000 000 dead the burial grounds overlap with housing water supply and sewers. Filth disease and foul air accompany rapid ongoing interments amid crowded conditions.
A preface on how three daily meals tax the stomach, taking about five hours of digestion per meal and fifteen hours of work per day. It argues rest between meals prevents dyspepsia and premature wear, noting continuous eating weakens digestion and can lead to dyspepsia.
Lord Spencer of Althorp, famed book collector, bought a bric-a-brac item for two guineas in Bond Street. A connoisseur later revealed the piece is a mere shilling marmalade pot with a green thistle painted on it, sparking humor on its value.
Mr Hyde voices sharp opposition to his wife's wish to join a women's self improvement society. Mrs Blyde defends learning there while Mrs Hyde asserts domestic duties. He ends by scolding the cat and punishing Freddy, reflecting comic domestic tensions.
The London Chronicle notes swift justice at Ascot where a pickpocket is tried in a room in the royal stand. A 1448 act creates a special court at the racecourse with Bow Street magistrate as ex officio justice of the peace to preside. The system arose from an 18th century assault on a royal person.
Fragmentary report describes a journey from Wendling to Albany and Portland with conversations about departing. Mentions Eugene Cottage Grove and a return to Portland, plus references to a fire department event and property details including a sixty acre parcel and a well fenced farm.
The piece urges cultivating laughter as essential to joy and well being. It argues happiness should be pursued with the same seriousness as work, noting play recharges mind and body after daily toil and is a fundamental life choice.
In a dialogue, Miss Skylight seeks career guidance from a professor who questions her natural inclinations. She declares a deep yearning to craft a world changing life work, while the professor bluntly remarks that she is born to be a mik ner.
Amusing tale from a country district near Faris describes the crowning of a rose queen. Asked for her fiance the queen replied she had none. The mayor insists on a sweetheart, and a willing swain promptly steps forward to fulfill the requirement, making the process seem orderly.
Wet clothing can conduct lightning and pass current without harming the body, while the person may die even if clothing remains. Rare cases have stripped bodies naked by lightning, and coverings on the feet are highly susceptible to serious injury where resistance is greatest as the current exits the body.
Fragmentary dialogue mentions Kitty-Fred and Bertha reacting to dreams. A Boston Tran script reference appears, with lines about awful dreams and a prior discussion from last week. The readable text centers on dream imagery and character dialogue.
A French gentleman saved from a river dunking was carried to a tavern where a waiter prepared hot brandy and water. He protested a split of a fortnight, asking for directly, while the jesting exchange with Joe amused bystanders.
A brief exchange contrasts money with social standing as Emma acknowledges wealth but questions living happily with an inferior partner. The line promotes discretion about one’s true status. The snippet reflects concerns about power, happiness, and social hierarchies in intimate relations.
A fragmentary note exchange shows Ethel Barrows writing to Mr Hicks she cannot become his wife, then a second thought letter to George inviting him to see her as his true Ethel. The text reflects a personal marital dilemma and indecisive proposals with dated wording.
A fragmentary line suggests a suitor offers his hand and fortune to a woman named Tie. The reply hints at unequal prospects, with the first option too large and the second too small, reflecting social constraint and choice in a terse narrative moment.
A mother reproaches Elata for throwing clothes on the floor while Elata defends her behavior. The dialogue suggests a didactic scene about manners and proper conduct during a theater act.
A playful exchange cited by Chicago News features Mrs Newed declaring she made a cake entirely by hand and Mr Newed reacting with surprise at the strength in her hands, lending a humorous domestic tone to a social vignette.
Hasker-Hello questions Crabbe about using the camera while Crabbe explains plans to bore an artesian well in their dining room. The exchange centers on improvising a home project and the fear of photography.
In a brief quote from the Boston Courter a speaker laments the rarity of good men while noting even bad men must yield to routine necessities. The fragment hints at a political or social commentary captured by the era's press.
The fragment suggests a group identified as Kadieno In odians of Paraguay involved in pottery making. The text is garbled and lacks verifiable details such as dates, places, or concrete actions.
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