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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1903
Page
1
Commander Dowie in New York blames press for conflict while claiming healing fails due to time differences between Eastern time and Central time at Zion City. He orders Chicago prayers at 8 o clock and vows to continue despite fatigue and illness among several hundred adherents. He plans a world tour with his wife and son, as many within the host are quarantined.
New York readers note a quiet scene at the Zionist gathering with Commander Dowie arriving to a small crowd and sleepy reporters. He urged the Zionist host to spread the restoration gospel and take action.
Dr. Parkhurst, reform preacher of New York, writes Elijah Dowie condemning his preaching. He says he attended to hear the gospel but found Dowie preaching Zion City and "stink pot" below standard. He adds you cannot bully or blackguard people into the Kingdom of heaven and expresses shame in the audience.
Henry Schoel of Shedds escaped serious harm after a deer charged him on a farm near Albany last Sunday. Walking with F. W. Seack, the deer pursued by a hound darted into a field, paused, then lunged as Schoel dodged. A hoof grazed his face as he narrowly avoided severe injury.
A hunter fired at a wounded deer, which charged toward him. He kept calm, aimed at the deer's head, and killed the animal instantly, preserving his life through decisive action.
Allen McLay appointed receiver of the Maryland Trust Company of Baltimore today under bonds of one million dollars. The institution, capitalized at two million, was reported to have undivided profits over three million and loans and discounts totaling six million.
Tucson dispatch reports Kurt Moe Farland, foreman at the Lake Superior mine in Bisbee, Arizona, stabbed to death last night by I lesser Obermutha, a discharged hoist engineer. The homicide occurred as local authorities investigate motive and seize possible accomplices. Further details on the suspect and motive are expected from Bisbee police.
Newberg Oregon October 19 Miss Millie Halst a 26 year old woman living in Newberg committed suicide on Saturday evening by drinking carbolic acid. She was seen pacing near Balsinger Bros store then collapsed and said she had taken carbolic acid. A man asked if it was accidental she replied No I am tired of life. She died about an hour later after doctors were summoned and she was moved to her home nearby.
The regular bi monthly gathering of the Young People's Christian Alliance is set for Sunday at 6 15 PM at the Congregational church. Members should attend and assist in making the meeting a success with the topic Seasons from the life of Moses led by Irving Wold requiring full cooperation from all societies.
The Tageblatt reports a riot in Pisk Holland where police arrested four Hebrews as political suspects. Hundreds of Jewish protesters intervened, freeing prisoners in a fierce clash that left one woman dead and many injured. Six Jews were later imprisoned.
New York on October 19 saw a dominant market move after the unexpected suspension of the Maryland Trust Company of Baltimore. Declines were widespread with Union Pacific steel preferred and Amalgamated Copper among notable losers as the ceiling fever ebbed.
In Baltimore Maryland the Union Trust Company was closed amid speculation it stemmed from nerves and was unnecessary. Receiver White expects to reopen for regular business on Monday.
Washington officials report M A Lewis superintendent of supply division is discharged for favoritisms in letting contracts. Lewis Kempfer registry system chief removed for incompetency and waste. C B Berry a clerk dismissed for forging affidavits and inefficiency. New York postmaster directed to remove Otto Weis for soliciting funds for promotions.
London editorials from the afternoon and morning papers express regret over the Alaska boundary event yet concede the justice of the decision. They note Lord Alverstone would not have sanctioned the ruling otherwise.
New York reports strained conditions on the L railroad line as west- and off-line workmen threaten to strike tonight if grand officers of the Brotherhood of Engineers and Firemen oppose them.
The district embraces Lane, Linn and Benton counties and several teams will participate in the competitive drills. San Francisco, Vet. 21. All Pacific coast states have opened a campaign against dentists practicing without license. The California Dental Commissioners caused five arrests today.
Baltimore October 19 The Union Trust Company has been placed in the hands of a receiver as financial turmoil prompts emergency action. Local creditors await details on asset liquidation and court proceedings. The move follows mounting withdrawals and liquidity concerns at the Union Trust.
In Cork on October 21 city officials awarded Andrew Carnegie the freedom of the city. He then laid the cornerstone of the new library building for which he donated a substantial sum, ending with a礼 unknown amount.
An unknown young woman, richly dressed, bolted up the aisle during a St Theresa cathedral service in Lincoln Nebraska and declared she had taken carbolic acid. She whispered a final confession to the priest, received absolution, and died in his arms. Identified later as Miss Panny Hallard, daughter of a Fort Dodge miller.
London dispatch reports the British ship Milton Park, which left Liverpool in March, is believed to have been lost with the captain and her twenty four crew drowned.
Fort Riley Arkansas reports today multiple engagements on leased ground. The signal corps will operate tonight to support communications and coordinate activities across areas engaged.
Washington report states acting comptroller of the treasury appointed National Bank Examiner Cunningham as receiver for the Federal National Bank of Pittsburg after the bank refused to reopen. The bank's capital is listed at 2,000,000.
Cleveland on October 21 reports Orin Hickok once famed as a top driver and trainer was today adjudged insane at age seventy. His case is described as hopeless.
New York Oct 21 The failure of the Pittsburg Federal National Bank caused only a momentary dip in stocks with advices indicating broader financial stability elsewhere in the market.
Honolulu report states the French bark Derichment sank on October 10 near Frigate Shoala. The captain and seven survivors were saved while sixteen sailors are missing.
Belgrade report states the Official Giazette will publish an edict recognizing Queen Natalie as the heir to the personal estate of the late King Alexander. The move confirms succession and sets the legal framework for estate distribution in the wake of the monarch's death.
London dated October 21. The Canadian commissioners on the Alaskan boundary award Jette and Ayleworth are preparing a secret report detailing the commission's findings for submission to the Canadian government.
Junction City October 19 The degree team of the Degree of Honor expects to win top honors at the First Willamette district convention to be held in Tarrytown on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Went up for Sir Arbam Ohio Oct. 21 Henry Montague an actor formerly of Ezra Kendall Company was sentenced to one year in the penitentiary this morning for forging a check for eleven dollars or more.
The dispatch reports nine people killed in yesterday's Persian earthquake, a correction from Brat's earlier fifty two. Eight villages were destroyed.
Birmingham October 19 The Post reports the cabinet met earlier than planned due to the menacing situation in the Far East.
Berlin reports the Serban government will replace large orders with Kruppe rifles and ammunition and deliver in March. Conservative observers speculate the move signals a Halkan outbreak in the sprog.
The St. Petersburg press voices protest at American interference in old world affairs. Novoe Vremya criticizes U S missionaries, says American diplomacy backs political propaganda, and claims U S energy in Pacific waters seeks Chinese commerce and Oriental market control. It notes closer U S Japan ties eclipsing European powers.
In Superior Wisconsin on October 21 the local post office was robbed last night of more than 10000 dollars in stamps and currency taken by burglars.
A petition circulated to the 8. P. Co. asks the Albany local to run to Lebanon. Businessmen and residents sign, arguing the current railroad service is a burden and Lebanon contributes much business. Locals say trains once ran here and a return is needed to Portland travel times.
In Justice Huchapan's court Harry Krooka son of H H Brookes editor of the Plaindealer was placed under 1000 bonds to keep the peace. A complaint sworn by Ona Sloper accuses him of threatening her life and being obnoxious on several occasions. He pleaded guilty to carrying concealed weapons and was fined 15.
Coburg county court advertises for 1000 cubic yards of large stones to shield the south end of the Coburg bridge from McKenzie river overflow and stone to fill piers. The ongoing bridge work including new spans and piers promises a heavy expense this year.
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