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Newspaper

Eugene Weekly Guard

Location

Eugene, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Nov 26, 1908

Page

5

Oregon Defeats Corvallis Eleven At Multnomah Field

Varsity outplays Corvallis at every point in a 0 to 0 first half and a punting battle in the second half. Moulton kicks give Oregon a halftime lead as Latourette stars at quarterback and Clark boots well. Crowd at Multnomah Field roars with Oregon fans and reports confirm two field goals in the first half.

Varsity Corvallis Eleven Moulsen Oregon Oregon Corvallis Wolfe Multnomah Eugene Punta Corvallis Latourette Clark Dodson Michael Maing Pinkham Moullen Alag Tigers Wolf Gagnon Agrics Dobbin Pinkham M T Daminon Wallace Wugrds Kelly Gilles Evenden Moulton T. Ll Cady Latonnette Gagnon Hurd Wola Malin R. HL L Cooper Clark OreoCoon Fred Moullen

Filing of Suit Creates Sensation in Los Angeles

In Los Angeles on November 21 a suit was filed in the United States circuit court by Mrs. Melissa Z Funk of Attica Indiana to recover 20000 from the 200000 estate of Theodore F P Bunnell founder of Grand Junction Colorado and a Santa Monica capitalist The suit cites letters and promissory notes signed by Bunnell claiming remorse for a 13 year old girl and a petition for forgiveness through notes payable from his estate The deceased lived in Santa Monica for years and died a year ago near Colorado Springs His wife died two years earlier The executor refused the claim The first note bears the date April 26 1860

Los Angeles United Sates Ecircuit Court Melissa Z. Funk Attica Ind Theodore FP. Bunnell Grand Junction Colo Santa Monica Cal Wee'tern Courte Bunnell Punk Meliser Woodlawn M Tuck

Speakers Set for Good Roads Meeting Saturday

The Good Roads committee plans a Bu venue meeting Saturday afternoon with Hon J F Albert of Salem and Judge John H Bealt among principal speakers. Invitations were extended to numerous local leaders and officials from Creswell Cottage Grove Springfield Junction and more for short talks.

Bunée Commercial Club J. F. Albert Balem John H. Bealt City G. RR. Chrisman J. T. Atkinson W. T Rallye Meadow Rodney Stott Coburg BR. J. Hemphill Pleasant Hill George A. Dorris Springfield J. Jeebo Ell Bangs F. J. Hard W. C. Conner D W. Bath Cottage Grove J. M. Stafford T. A. Schaeter L. D. Scar

Sperry Denies Shore Leave for 10 Sailors at Manila

In Manila on November 21 Rear Admiral Sperry refused leave of absence for sailors of the Atlantic battleship fleet during Manila Bay stay. He cites medical officer advice and concerns over cholera outbreaks, noting no cases have been reported to health authorities. The decision provoked strong reaction from Governor-General Smith and is likely to reach President Roosevelt for resolution.

Manila Sperry Smith Manila Bay Hle Health Department Helom Roosevelt

Died In Eugene John Clayton dies at 72 in 1908

John Clayton aged 72 died in Eugene on November 2608. He never married and lived alone near the river in the northwest part of the city. He was a native of Scotland and the funeral is set for Monday at 2 PM with interment in the I O O F cemetery. Deredent and Mrs James Offitt are noted.

Eugene John Clayton Deredent Wie Scotland Honoaver James Offitt W. D. Carpenter Nex

One Vote Against President Gompers in AFL Election

Denver reports Samuel Gompers was re elected president of the American Federation of Labor with one dissenting vote by Daniel J Keefe who withdrew as a candidate after supporting the president. James Duncan and John Mitchel were re elected as first and second vice presidents and all other vice presidents were also re elected. The next AFL meeting place was chosen.

Denver Samuel Gompers American Federation of Labor Daniel J. Keefe Atlnome Gompeore James Duncan Granite Cutters’ Union John Mitchel

Crowds Exceed Expectations at Cottage Grove Fair

Cottage Grove saw larger crowds than expected on the fair opening day. Attendees viewed exhibits across women’s crafts, home products, and foods, plus notable displays in mining, vegetables, and school projects. Livestock and fancy horses drew interest, with notable entries from local breeders and regional exhibitors.

Cottage Grove Nes Lane County Biegest Crow Lorane Fred Walker Iowa Nebraska Cottare Grove Cottage Grove Manufacturing Company Oregon Mineral Water Company London Morton Creswell

Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises Vitality For Debilitated

An advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure for general debility and weakness. It claims the tonic vitalizes the blood and restores vigor to all organs, offered in liquid form or Sarsatabs, 100 doses.

Hood

Arcade Theatre Opens in Cottage Grove Amid Block Upgrades

Grove Notes Hanna and Cline bought the cigar store from M. A. Clark and added improvements. E Wallace tears down Veath block walls damaged by fire to raise a new building five feet back to align with neighboring structures. Burkholder block nearly finished with interior filling, soon housing a dry goods store. Cottage Grove also awaits broader county talk as county seat.

Ths Ge Grove Hanna Cline M. A. Clark E. Wallace Veath Burkholder Carpenteras Cottage Grove

Rate Cut Proposed for California Lumber Shipments

Washington officials move to apply Pacific Northwest lumber rates to California shipments to Chicago, dropping the rate from 61 to 59 cents per thousand. Lumbermen from the Pacific coast and eastern states gather for the ways and means committee hearing to present their case, with Oregon witness C. W. Nibley and Portland’s George M. Cornwall preparing briefs. Western and eastern interests debate duty levels and potential changes to wood product import terms.

Washington Inter- Blas Commerce Commission Pacific Northwest Callifornia Chicago Pacific Coast Ways and Means C. W. Nibley Oregon George M. Cornwall Portland Wars and Means Cornwall Nibley Newspaper Publishers’ Association Canada

Eagles Will Build Home On Willamette Street

Eugene Aerie No 275 of the Fraternal Order of Eagles plans a new home on Willamette Street near Fifth next spring. A three story block is favored though two stories are possible. Membership has grown to about 300 with 81 new initiates in three months and aims for 400 by year’s start. The aerie is financially sound and paid out significant sick and accident benefits.

Eugene Aerie Order of Eagles Willamette Street Fifth The Aerie Aerse Aerle

Anna Gould Plans New Divorce After Court Revelations

Paria Nov. 18 Anna Gould reportedly intends to apply for divorce from the Prince de Sagat. Court statements indicate ongoing marital troubles as the former Count Honore de Castellane’s attorney Maltre Roonet made the sensational claim. Honore de Castellane attended and smiled.

Paria Anna Gould Prince de Sagat Count Honl de Castellane Anna Hon

Important suit in federal court in San Francisco

In San Francisco on November 20 Henry B Ripley filed a United States circuit court suit to recover property losses from the Spring Valley Water Company after the April 19 1906 fire. He claims numerous assigned claims may total 17 000 000 and alleges faulty water main operation and insecure foundations. Judge M L Pipes of Portland is in the city for a day or so.

San Francisco United States Circuit Court Henry 8. Ripley Spring Valley Water Company

Cottage Grove Fair closes with strong poultry show

The Cottage Grove District Fair concluded with clear skies and strong turnout. Poultry dominated the exhibits under judge B. F. Keeney, featuring breeds from Langshans to Bantams and a lengthy array of prize winners across multiple entries and pens.

Cottage Grove R. C. Arne B. F. Keeney Lane County Keeney

Sale of extensive Miller and Lux properties in dispute

Los Angeles reports extensive Lux holdings in Oregon and California were sold for about 20 million dollars with 1 million paid down. German American buyers led by Liggett and Meyers and Adolphus Busch were linked to the deal. The assets include 450000 acres in California with 30000 oil lands and 250000 acres in Oregon, plus 120000 cattle and 20000 on ranches. The deal would shift San Francisco butcher monopoly to a Rasterg firm. reports denied by Miller & Lex office in San Francisco as of November 21.

Los Angeles Lux Oregon California Liggett and Meyers St. Louis Adolphus Busch Sancisco

How Haas Got His Revolver Inquest Opens

San Francisco November 20 The coroner s inquest into the death by self inflicted action of Maris Haas began with a focus on how the revolver reached Haas The gun expert O Diwmer testified moisture would have rusted a concealed weapon if kept in the hill shore area Officers testified it would have been impossible for Haas s wife to slip him the weapon during a jail interview

San Francisco Maris Hhas Haas O. Diwmer Hill Hane

Harvard Wins Great Gridiron Battle

Harvard victorious in a hard fought gridiron clash as reports describe a tense contest with strong offense and stout defense. Details remain fragmented but the outcome favors Harvard amid a competitive showdown.

Harvard

County Should Offer Big Bounty on Cougars and Gray Wolves

Vida, Nov. 20. Editor Guard recounts Al Montgomery missing goals but tracking game with Milo Thompson and Fred Montgomery. A cougar killed a goat after being treed and shot. a wildcat was also killed. The dog, a famed varmint hound, has treed bears and cougars and killed bobcats. The writer argues for higher bounties on varmints to protect deer, urging $2.50 for wildcats and $20 to $25 for cougars and gray wolves.

Pr. Brown McKengie

Will Eugene Hold A Winter Chicken Show At Cot tage Grove

Rural interest grows in Cot tage Grove for a possible chicken show this winter if Eugene fanciers decide to organize. Wheat day faded as Wood tents day passed with little order others. The Eugene visitors enjoyed an evening band concert at the pavilion and many traveled home on the night train.

Eugene Cottage Grove Engene Reine Saturn

Albany College Wins Football Game From Eugene High School

Albany College defeats Eugene High School in a late afternoon game as the visitors score multiple touchdowns and lead into the second half. The contest features turnovers and key plays, with Albany securing the win despite Eugene’s efforts.

Albany College Eugene High Schoo

Print Paper Famine Near Athens Warns Mills

Fragmentary 19th century dispatch warns of looming paper shortage in Athens region. Poor conditions and rising costs threaten mills and distribution. Authorities weigh duties and tonnage impacts as investors worry about supply and prices.

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