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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1900
Page
5
The Oregonian shifts from harsh attack on McKinley to bold backing if he is re elected. The paper aims to widen its independent following as a mugwump mediator between campaigns and to pressure Republicans to buy its support when needed. The piece argues there is a method in the Oregonian's behavior.
Eugene business leaders oppose graveling Willamette street arguing it creates unstable sidewalks and would be costly. A sample near Beckwith and Rankin shows gravel placed along crosswalks that won’t settle, prompting call for a rock crusher and lower costs.
The piece argues pre election talk of money to loan pending the presidential result is common but unreliable. It notes editors may publish such speculation. It cites Governor Gaer praising McKinley on fewer Oregon penitentiary inmates and ex-superintendent A N Gilbert linking prison declines to salary reforms for county officials and district attorneys enacted in 1893.
The Southern Pacific in Oregon reportedly placed orders for 5800 freight cars, signaling confidence in next year’s business regardless of the presidential outcome. The company denies press reports that politics will paralyze business and states it does not instruct employees on how to vote.
A physician warns Vice Presidential candidate Roosevelt to limit speeches as his throat shows wear from long performances. Some speculate President McKinley may be arranging medical aid for Teddy Roosevelt to protect his voice.
A testimonial touts Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as strengthening mothers before birth, claiming it preserves health and prevents childbirth pains. The speaker, Mary Murdock of Topeka, notes ten births with one living child and credits the medicine with stabilizing her health and that of her baby. Also mentions Dr. Pierce's Pills for heartburn.
A letter urges a city law against burning damp maple leaves on streets. It argues burning endangers neighbors and passers by and scatters ash, recommending owners rake leaves into mulch piles on their property. The writer warns of social disapproval and a hot fate for negligent rakers.
Editorial warns of war fever driving expansionists toward territorial aggrandizement. It argues the Philippines should serve only as a base and hostage while Cuba falls outside rightful scope, cautioning that prolonged war could spark rapid calls for territory and affect a presidential election.
One week before the Salem Athletic Club game, the Salem Statesman lists candidates for positions from center Loomis to full-back Gault and notes Coach Kaareberg’s U O team, while Edwards recovers from a knee injury and several players are sidelined. The Seattle-like Northwest showdown promises a high level of play and a chance for Salem to showcase strong, youthful spirit against Portland expectations.
Notice from Sheriff and Tax Collector of Lane County Oregon dated October 16 1900 explains new law changes delaying service of tax warrants. Levy to be made November 1 1900 with immediate advertising to follow. Taxpayers urged to pay taxes promptly to save levy and ad costs.
Market brief lists butter at 35 to 50 cents per roll, wool at prices for Joe Poultry from 360 to 450 dollars per dozen, dried prunes 3 to 5 cents, flour 75 cents per sack, data 40 cents, potatoes 60 cents cash per 100 pounds, eggs 25 cents, wheat 50 cents, hops 12 to 13 cents.
Estray taken up by BE HILL near Jasper Lane county Oregon the following horse pair two bays branded JS and one black branded Jon on right hips Owners may claim by paying expenses August 1 Jasper Oregon
The hop market shows strong demand as R R Hayes rejects 16 cent bids for the remaining crop from T Linton. Reavey Bros sold TL Livesley of Salem 162 bales at 18 cents per pound, N P Hammitt Mohawk 35 bales to Ed Smith for Horm Bros at 11 cents, Jacob Strauemeyer 156 bales to Wm Neis of Portland at private price, John Anderson 98 bales to Frank Page for Faber Neis at 14 cents, and Lawrence Edmundson 1 bale to T L Livesley of Salem at 11 cents.
Wooten and Clartin of Cottage Grove passed through on last week’s way to their mines to perform required assessment work. Rev Fisher arrived to occupy the field by the annual conference and preached Sunday. Mr Will Larimer and Miss Abe Humphrey wed in Eugene last week. Oyster supper planned for October 20 to aid India famine sufferers. M A Veatch to move to the widow Griffin place soon.
A flock of 75 head of prime first class February and Mareb Jamie for sale, including Cotswold and all wethers. For more information contact L F Watkins in Monroe Oregon.
Thoroughbred Cotewold bucks bred from stock from Ladds Yamhill county stock farm for sale at reasonable prices. Inquire at residence seven miles east of Junction City or address J R Turnbow Junction City Oregon.
Old ad copy extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a superior blood purifier curing dyspepsia and skin eruptions. It claims the product clears impure blood, prevents shadows, and brings sunshine to households, with testimonial notes from users in Genoa Nebraska and Natrona Pennsylvania.
Daily Astorian condemns rowdy behavior in Eastern colleges, noting taunts toward Bryan by Michigan students and praising Oregon institutions for lacking such boorish conduct. The piece questions whether Eastern praise for such behavior reflects true manliness and commends Oregon for its absence of similar scenes.
JW Wilson of Oregon City sues Southern Pacific for 25000 damages after being ejected from a train in Oregon City in September. He suffered a broken leg. A large Baptists delegation traveled to The Dalles for the 15th annual Oregon Baptist convention, which will continue through Sunday.
Advert says EJ McClanaun offers the highest cash price for poultry buyers. Located Walton block at Rambler bicycle agency. They invite readers to sell all kinds of poultry to receive top payment.
One thoroughbred shortborne bull for sale, three years old. For terms and particulars inquire of J V Jenkins, Crow, Oregon.
Chittim bark wanted to W Sanders with highest cash price paid at Green's grocery store. Lane County ranch 320 acres west of Walker Station, south of Eugene. Contact DP SHERIDAN, Walker, Oregon. Also ads for Bate or Trane guns and dry plow logs with Oliver plow. F L Chambers handles them.
A 24 inch frame Rambler bicycle with drop handlebars was stolen from the residence of E and J McClanahan. Return to Rambler agency to collect a 6 reward.
A Portland Telegram column argues Hanna should not be harmed by Bryan’s allegations and suggests the public would view Hanna more favorably if the accusations came from a man who did not obtain a senate seat through improper means.
The report notes lumber production by The Booth and Kelly Company at Wenaling on the Mohawk and a shipment of eighteen cwt of lumber into Albany via the Lebanon road. Salem reports hops traders expect a peak before December 1 but crop availability may shrink. Also mentioned are Ebbert warehouse openings for apple packers and a hops sale by Miller Bros to Horst Bros at 12 cents. Mayoral treasurer details reference Lebanon Banking Co. cattle prices near rise for East shipments.
Scott's Emulsion of cod liver oil is extolled as vital for appetite, strength, and daily life. It claims to restore hunger, ease burdened meals, and restore flesh, presenting itself as the food that makes you forget your stomach.
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