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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1903
Page
12
The 1907 article recounts government malaria and yellow fever experiments showing the mosquito as a disease carrier. It notes the widow of Dr. Lazeare who died after Yellow Fever exposure and urges warning to those in malarial areas to keep blood pure and nourished to ward off illness.
Local ads promote Yoran’s Shoe Store and Chambers Hardware at Preston and Hales with a range of goods. Items include rocking chairs, pocket knives, express wagons, soft felt hats, and fly protection products by Jo-Bos-So-Kill. Also advertised are furniture deals, sheeting prices, and Asbestos sad irons highlighting heat efficiency.
Two Laper cemetery trusteeships vacant due to death. Interested citizens meet in Irving on Saturday afternoon October 10 at 2 o'clock to fill the vacancies. J. C. Jennings, Trustee.
A brief comic dialogue shows a mother asking Madge about the parlor, Madge revealing only the engagement ring, and a playful exchange about Rome being built in a day. Tommy quips Rome was built in the night, reflecting schoolroom humor.
An authentic message from Constantinople dated yesterday describes brutal actions by Turkish troops in Sorovitz Macedonia. Reports from Vienna note the insurrection spreading on the Hungarian frontier with Mehoma and Melnik destroyed. Zontcheff declares Turko Bulgarian talks worthless as fighting continues near Hatcheno.
A gallon can of nitro glycerine was found on the Northern Pacific track six miles east of Butte, placed to blow up a high trestle and wreck a passenger train. A track walker spotted the device minutes before the Northern Pacific Coast Limited passed. The gang blamed for threats is believed responsible. Berlin monument unveiling to Wagner, unattended by officials, with Prince Reuss presiding and 2000 choir voices.
In Birmingham on October 1 Senator Morgan criticizes any move by Roosevelt to reopen Panama negotiations as an evasion of the Spooner law and a breach of faith to voters. He doubts the president would let America be cowed into submission by Colombia.
At a morning meeting of the Republican National League executive committee in Chicago the choice of venue for the next Republican National Convention was debated with St. Louis Philadelphia and Indianapolis favored. The body, with about 500 000 members, avoided endorsements while urging support for Roosevelt and noting health. Mayor Seth Low attended. By noon the contenders were narrowed to St. Louis Philadelphia and Indianapolis.
Chicago Oct 1 Judge Grosscup said in an interview he declined a tempting offer to argue the Northern Securities Company suit before the Supreme Court this fall. He cited his oath and duty as an official and his belief in honest corporate organization for the public good.
The Chicago to New York auto run by Sandel and Holcomb completed at nine o'clock this morning, setting a new record of 78 hours. The car left Chicago at two o'clock central time Monday, with drivers Bing ham and Adams relieved near Binghamton by Sandel and Holcomb.
Washington Oct 1 The navy department has received a telegram from San Pedro California signed by Admiral Carl Wachen Lordenstod asking where the submarine boats and transports left in the United States during the Civil War are located Secretary Moody will be consulted before an answer is sent.
Seattle on October 1. Milkman Hoppe and farmer Smith were held responsible by the coroner's jury for the death of Carrie Constantine who died after drinking milk poisoned with embalming fluid. If further developments implicate them they will be arrested and charged with murder.
R. B. Balconer, noted in Scottish circles and Caledonian Club secretary, took his own life this morning at age 70. Destitute, he left a note attributing his inability to settle debts as the motive for his act.
Chicago October 1 The death list from last night’s accident when the Wisconsin Central Flyer struck a trolley car has risen to six. Frank Gray colored man died this morning and charges of criminal carelessness are openly leveled at the incident.
Dannemora circa Oct 1 three Van Werner brothers Willis Frederick and Barton were executed by electric chair in a swift ceremony lasting under fifteen minutes. Willis the weakest went first followed by Frederick and Barton with all three deaths reported in quick succession.
A co operative company with an issued capital of 660000 will operate a grocery business.
Warrants issued for General Bell and Chase of the National Guard over alleged false imprisonment of four men recently released by the court. The militia has barred civil officers from passing the line, and reports say attempts to enforce violence against officials remain possible.
Washington Oct 1 The comptroller of the currency appointed receivers for Bolivar National Bank of Bolivar Penn and Packard National Bank of Greenfield Wis Both banks cited lack of funds as the reason for failure The Greenfield institution is described as old established
London Oct 1 The Classico Jockey Club stakes of 10000 sovereigns was won this morning at Newmarket by Lord Siever's boree Sceptre ridden by Hardy Miller's Recke with Meher up was second Both horses were favorites.
In San Francisco on October 1 Captain M. Myer a pilot killed himself by shooting in Gelden Gate Park. No reason was given for the act.
Federal Grand Jury returns indictments against State Senator Green of Birmingham New York for conspiracy to defraud the government. Also charges Scott Towers, post office employee, with illegal contracts and collecting government claims. Green and Beavers previously indicted in the same case as investigations unfold.
Germany demands heavy indemnity for an outrage against a German female cook at the military hospital in Constantinople. The note seeks punishment for discharged hospital directors and assistants and calls for money and guarantees for future safety of German inhabitants in Turkey.
Little Hugh McCallum six year old son of Rev and Mrs J S McCallum had a miraculous escape after a wood wagon wheel passed over his body. He fell while climbing with three other boys and the wheel crossed his abdomen and right leg. Dr J W Harris treated him and no broken bones were found though internal injuries could develop. The boy remains conscious and is not able to sit up. He is expected to recover if no internal injuries appear.
The mayor designates Friday October 2 as Eugene Day at the District Fair. Public school children will be admitted free Friday afternoon by request.
The Guardian reports that the Lord Chamberlain issued a conditional promise to visit the United States and Canada next spring. The statement frames a possible cultural and theatrical exchange, with no fixed dates announced and plans contingent on official approvals.
Portland Oct 1 James Connors wounded in the O R B N holdup has been identified as John Williams who worked for W Farr in a Goble area logging camp until a week before the crime. Sheriff Storey arrested H B Betts at Tacoma this afternoon as one of the suspects following matched descriptions.
Numerous callers gathered at the Embassy in Newport to learn details of the sudden death of Ambassador Herbert of England. Condolences poured in and Mrs Gioelet declined to discuss the impact on the Duke of Duxburgh’s forthcoming marriage to the ambassador’s daughter, with the ceremony likely postponed and kept private.
London Oct 1 An entirely new kind of airship has been inverted by William Beedle Capetown engineer It is constructed of steel and aluminum and will be tested by the British war office on Walham Green on Saturday.
Walter Edris of Spokane writes that he is traveling for Crescent Manufacturing Company of Seattle and is doing well not dead broke as a Eugene man claimed. He corrects the misidentification and notes many Eugene people live in Spokane with pleasant memories of Eugene.
The Guard announces a reliable complete telegraphic service to appear on the first and third pages of the Daily Guard. The aim is to keep every page readable with live news matter distributed across all pages, benefiting readers and advertisers alike.
Boxes of soft pine available from Sugar Pine Door and Lumber Company in Grant's Pass Oregon. Orders taken at Booth Kelly Lumber Company's office in Kagene for fruit boxes and various picking boxes.
At the district fair grounds a large crowd enjoyed four swift horse races despite dusty paths. Attendance reached about 1600 today with 1200 yesterday. Tomorrow features a stock parade at 10 and a main event in the equal race. Entries include Gentlemens driving and a 2:25 class with George D. and Mopelmont among others. purse amounts range to 150 dollars.
J. E. Hosmer M D offers special work on eye nose and throat with office hours 9 to 11 am and 2 to 5 pm. Office in I O O F block and residence at 1% West Fifth Street.
Publishers announce a joint clubbing rate with Wort land Journal and Weekly Oregonian. Subscriptions in advance cost 2.25 per year for the Werxly Guarp, Seni Weekly Journal, and Oregonian bundled access including news, telegraph, features, and market reports.
Oct 1 report from Beirut Washington via WWC says Admiral Cotton cabled that the American consul at Port has learned the sultan appointed a new governor general. He is en route to Beirut to assume duties.
Sodon reports in the Stock Exchange that Earl Tromer, minister to Egypt, has accepted the Colonial Secretary position after Chamberlain's resignation. It also states Lord Milner will be recalled to Africa.
Baltimore October report notes Archbishop Kain’s condition improves unexpectedly this morning. Physicians express cautious optimism about recovery prospects.
The China pheasant shooting season opens amid mixed results in Eugene as hunters report birds wary and hard to reach. Sportsmen blame year round hunting by locals and critique wardens efforts while urging a longer break to allow pheasants to recover.
Brevities note a glee club formation at the Agricultural College in Corvallis. Florence residents Edward P. Clarrington and Elsie Steear obtain a marriage license in today’s notices. The Dalles carnival opens with BE Arnold’s attractions Headline mentions Dr J BE Hosmer’s card and a Lane County license for Mies Mertie Owen and Ole Kayser. Eugene items include recent medical convention travel and a Portland lawyer’s wrist injury from a bogey incident. Bowling season resumes with high scores and last year’s champ E O Tobey. A Portland carnival attraction Dirty Dora is accused of faking mud with jam mix.
Mira Hertha Day of Ivison married A. Stevens at the home of the bride’s parents Mr. and Mrs. I. B. Day with Rev. M. P. Horn officiating. Both are well known young residents with many friends wishing them happiness.
Mr. McMarry, a young employee at Muidgley’s sash and door factory, suffered a severe injury yesterday when a wobbling saw amputated his first finger at the third joint. The doctor performed the necessary amputation.
Lane county buyers seek stored wheat from any location. Top prices offered. Call or write The Junction City Milling Co in Junction City Oregon for arrangements.
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