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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1908
Page
4
A trio of letters from Philip Kratz and Philly Kraty of Fountainville Pa praise Peruna for restoring health and easing asthma. They cite kidney weakness, catarrh, and cold prevention, noting the medicine kept in the house and used during trips. They thank Dr Hartman for the remedy and describe long illness recovery and sustained good health.
Government actions target A Smith land holdings in Linn County totaling about 144000 acres. The case involves alleged conspiracy with F A Kribs and B A D Puter, Puter already jailed over related dealings. A government official is compiling a complete list of Smith assets in the inquiry.
John Donnelly mayor of Doylee town Pennsylvania testifies in front of witnesses that Philip Kratz is an honorable citizen. He declares Kratz signed the statements about Peruna and believes them true in all particulars based on his presence.
The Cottage Grove bridge on Martin Street suffered damage from high water and a portion remains closed to heavy traffic. Materials are ordered and ground work will begin once rain stops, with long timbers brought in by Joe Damon Wood for immediate repair as bids for a new structure are sought. The Ladies Club plans a city park project, and local militia teams prepare for upcoming matches and National Guard events amid road district improvements and a district fair drive.
Frank Curtis died at his residence in Junction City on Monday forenoon at age 55 years 4 months 3 days after a lingering illness. He served as city marshal in two or three terms and was a mail carrier on R F D No 3. Funeral services were held at his residence and he was buried in Goodman cemetery near Monroe. He left a wife who died in March and seven children.
The biology department under Professor Sweetser gains expanded space on the second and third floors, a new bacteriological lab with an incubator, two sterilizers, and modern equipment. The herbarium houses 15,000 donated plant specimens, and new rooms and skeletons enhance anatomy, physiology, tetany, zoology, and histology labs. An electric elevator links floors, boosting departmental efficiency.
The article notes updated gear and pre medical students gaining access to advanced tools, enabling broader experiments and hands on practice. It highlights increased readiness for clinical study and potential improvements in training outcomes.
J. W. Hobbs a United States internal revenue agent for Western Oregon visited Ashland and said Ashland and Newberg are the driest towns in Oregon with Corvallis third. He noted that past blind pigs are gone and city officials claim to enforce the law within their power.
Corvallis hosts a large boosters meeting in the Commercial Club rooms as plans emerge to raise a $6000 booster fund. Speaker J H Hartog from Eugene outlined the impact of community teams, noting Eugene’s progress and urging local businessmen to sustain momentum with the Commercial Club in supporting civic development.
In Salem on October 14 at the Catholic church George H. Miller formerly of Eugene and Miss Nira Martin were married by Father Moore. Miller, a plumber with Martin Ludwig of Albany, is described as a popular young man, while the bride has been a Salem resident for some time.
In Eugene on October 16 1908 FP G Bradway and wife welcome a son. Also in Eugene on October 16 1908 W C Trotter and wife of Mohawk welcome a daughter. Six miles north of Eugene on October 12 1908 J M Wilson and wife welcome a child. In Eugene on October 14 1908 John Korn and wife welcome a daughter.
Cynce Frasieur, a young man, arrived from a logging camp near Hale on Thursday with a crushed leg but no broken bones. He is at General Hospital under care of Dr. F. M. Day. Mr. and Mrs. William Johnson express gratitude for kindness and sympathy amid their sickness and death.
In Omaha on January 16, Hearst faced a slander and libel suit brought by Oklahoma Governor Haskell in the Douglas County circuit court. A deputy sheriff burst into a room during a train incident. Hearst, only partially dressed, denied disturbance and noted his prior offer to cover the costs if the suit proceeds.
Caleb M Ward and Martha Malvinan Ward celebrated their sixty years of marriage at their Halsey home after moving from Henderson County. Born in Illinois, Ward served in the Civil War era unit, with six children and numerous grandchildren attending a festive reception. A mock wedding was staged with their granddaughter as maid of honor and a planned real ceremony. the couple later continued plans for a quiet life on their farm near Halsey.
Harrisburg Oregon dispatch reports Postmaster C L Morris and Dr W H Dale on a boating trip in the Cascade mountains. Morris became lost in fog and rain near Foegy Peak, found a trail to Courtney Creek, then reached the valley and phoned home. Searchers scoured the area as Morris endured a bitter night, later recovering with help.
George Scott of Bla cky was telegraphed news of his father's death in Kansas and began a trip early Thursday to reach home.
A dispute over ownership of part of South A street led to a tense clash between city and private interests. After council approval to cross the expanded area and remove a fence, the owner claimant tried to pull it down. A guard intervened as tempers flared and a pistol was drawn, but no shots were fired and no one was hurt. The matter is to be resolved in court. the marshal acted under city orders.
When a Tuesday rain storm raised the McKenzie and Willamette rivers logs from Booth Kelly Lumber Company were rushed to safety. The McKenzie drive of 10 million feet nearly reached Coburg before the rise. crews piloted logs to the mill pond. This morning the Willamette rose 36 inches and stood still while the McKenzie at 40 inches also paused.
Walter Eaton, a University mining engineering student from Eugene, plans to skip this year’s college to pursue openings in Bohemia. He spent part of the summer there and is confident in the district’s prospects for large ore strikes, having traveled widely and earned top college marks.
Globe Arizona October 14 Norris Rowe’s license stalled after a trainmen and drivers strike. Workers say no wages for six weeks. management blames high license for payroll shortfall. Attempts to load a show failed. circus men and volunteers tried, now seeking arbitration.
Congressman Hobson of Alabama, famed for the Merrimac feat, will tour Oregon on October 21 under Bryan campaign auspices. He will speak in Portland at events led by the state central committee, outlining naval expansion and other major issues.
Lincoln Nebraska October seventeenth The Nebraska military academy three miles west of Lincoln was destroyed by fire this morning. Sixty five boys were evacuated safely. The estimated loss is about 100000 dollars with the building insured for 20000 dollars.
In San Frenches Cal Gert 17 reports a murder mystery near Dupont and Pee fief streets. Philip DeMartini a Hallan arrived in town last night and stayed with relatives at Dupont and Pacific. The room shows a struggle and police theorize DeMartini was thrown from a window. Rosa and Antonio De Martini cousins to the dead man were helping with the investigation. DeMartini's head was crushed and both arms broken.
The department of economics at the University plans to gather facts on topics likely to reach the legislature and present concise, reliable material to Oregon senators and representatives. It covers state revenue sources, public lands, school finance, wagon roads, and railway finances, with a public access aim once completed.
The Southern Pacific roadmaster for the Salem division from Salem to Roseburg moves to Eugene. Roadmaster 0 H Miller will have an office there. The old baggage room at the freight depot is being fitted for his office and the transfer will be made once completed. Miller will relocate his family from Drain and become a permanent Eugene resident.
Albert A Winter and Mrs Flora Prince both of Lane County wed at United Brethren pecans in Eugene with Rev J W Sprecher officiating at 4 p m. Albert H Peabody of Leaburg and Miss Myrtle Irene Hooker of Panther married at Christian church parsonage in Eugene with Rev J B Mc Callum officiating Wednesday evening October 14 1908.
Berlin dispatches report frightful massacres in Armenia by Turkish troops sent to Viran Shehr to quell mutinous townspeople. They overran the city and killed and subjected women and children to fearful treatment. Civil Engineer Simon Klovhdah left Eugene for Waldo Lake with workers to aid reservoir rock cut work before snowfalls halt mountain labor.
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