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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1909
Page
6
A fragment describes extreme discomfort and relentless irritation. The subject endured six months of misery, with a brutal eight hour cycle of exhaustion and itching culminating in sleep for an infant preceded by a cut hair reference.
A testimonial from W. Harrison Smith of Mt. Kisco New York describing severe eczema and scalp itching cured in a month after using Cuticura Ointment Lotion and Soap. He credits relief to the products after doctors failed, noting improved sleep and hair growth and endorsing maternal usage from birth.
In Circuit Court of Oregon Lane County Bessie A. Hioagland sues Oregon & California Railroad Company George C Beebe and Wilkey Rickman for land described as SE 1/4 of Section 27 Township 18 Range 6 Willamette Meridian Oregon. Plaintiff seeks decree of title and lien relief with six weeks notice by publication. Court order signed July 1909 directs weekly publication in Eugene Weekly Guard starting May 29 1909. Walton Ness represent plaintiff.
Washington reports flooding near Monterey Mexico where Consul General Hanna states the disaster is worse than first estimated. Twelve hundred unrecorded deaths and fifteen thousand homeless are listed as rain continues and suffering grows.
A Monterey dispatch reports 300 bodies found near an old well on the city outskirts, Nearly 1000 bodies have been recovered to date and authorities fear total deaths may reach 2000 The federal government sends 20000 for relief as Monterey service is restored The American National Red Cross appeals for aid in Washington urging 50000 to 100000 for relief efforts.
Cottage Grove Oregon August 30 timbered mountains surround the area yet fruit varieties thrive. John Spray sold 134 acres to E C Lathrop of Auburn New York with 20 acres in winter apples and Bing cherries planned to expand to nearly the whole farm for apples and pears. Greene of Auburn bought seven acres all set in fruit trees and berries. James Lebow farm 160 acres east of Cottage Grove sold to Porter Brothers to be planted in fruit this year. Walden farm of Porter Brothers and Stewart will have 40 acres of winter apples and pears this fall. Mosby creek irrigation planned for both farms. B Denham buys 3.5 acres near city to plant 12 acres in orchard. Numerous timber tracts and city lands changing hands in Cottage Grove and nearby.
In Los Angeles on August 31, extreme temperatures over the past two days contributed to the deaths of four veterans at the Soldiers' Home in Sawtelle. The deceased include William Nugent vice commander of the Union Veterans League and veteran of the 71st Infantry John Wilson of List Illinois Infantry Arthur A Parker of the 6th Ohio Infantry and William J Gardner a Mexican War veteran.
Belden Wood ring a steeple jack who helped rig the Magpole on the Singer building fractured his skull when the chair toppled. He died soon afterward in New York on August 20. A Rambler bicycle in poor condition was reported to Chief Farrington and several other bikes were found around the city hall area.
Architect E R Wells is drawing plans for a new Methodist parsonage at Springfield, outlining design features and project scope for the church's residence needs.
A Douglas county report asserts positively that oil has been found within eight miles of Rowe burg, stating the discovery should aid regional development.
TRY THIS POR PESSHAT Try JELL-O the dainty appetizing and economical dessert. Can be prepared Instantly. Simply add boiling water and serve when cool. Flavored just right sweetened just right perfect in every way. A 10e pack item makes dessert enough for a large family. All grocers sell it. Don’t accept substitutes. JELL-O conforms with all pure food laws. Seven flavors Lemon Orange Raspberry Strawberry Chocolate Cherry Peach.
Mrs Walter McCormack visits from Eugene to spend weeks with relatives and combine business with pleasure. The steamer Hoscoe sails to Astoria for canneries. crew of Mongolians to join Hardcanner crew. A. Burden joins wife and Judge and Mrs Powter after Tellieops lake outing. Mrs W K Hollenbeck and children return from Eugene. Lumber mill restarts after short shutdown. Kyle & Sons logs secured to keep mills busy. Southern Pacific agent expected for a visit. Steamer Robarts delivers supplies to Wm Kyle & Sons. Coquille assists in transport. Wilhelmina trips to Umpqua for cement. 145 hogs shipped to W P Reed. Plans for 8 houses at Tsiltcoos club grounds near Florence next year. Miss Alice Markhart of Eugene completes Maple Creek school term and will attend Alder Ridge term. W L Phelps buys 160 acres on Indian Creek to log and river works. two million feet estimated. Barber to receive $1 per thousand. Chas Stonefield loses a watch overboard at Florence wharf. diving attempts fail. Attorney Bean informs Port of Siuslaw commission of transcript prep for port bonds. Morris Bros to review. bonds likely issued soon. Florence West.
Fred DeNeffe pitched a 3 to 1 victory for the Portland Kents Auto team over Smiths Eugene Colts at Midway Park. DeNeffe allowed only one stray hit while his teammates fielded cleanly. Baker of the Colts fared nearly as well, but two Portland runs came on Colts errors as Driver rejoined in the fourth inning and Coleman moved to center field. A large crowd witnessed the game as Captain Tice umpired a closely contested affair.
Stolen bases credited to J Campbell Morris Jewett Driver and Hobbs. Strikeouts totaled nine by DeNeffe and one by Baker. One base on balls issued to DeNeffe and one to Baker. Passed ball by C Campbell. Umpire Captain Tice and scorer Howe noted.
Brighton Beach Hippodrome August 30 Renault car driven by Charles Basle won the 24 hour auto race in 1050 miles, 117 miles off the record but 112 miles ahead of its nearest rival. Finishers include Rainier, Disbrown and Lund 938 miles. Acme No. 3 Fatcheke and Mannard 8823 miles. Allen Kingston Hughes and Egell 866 miles. Vantine and Kayouh 760 miles. Four starters did not finish including Stearns in a fatal collision. Laurente Grosse of Seams machine broke his spine and underwent surgery. recovery chances are slight.
Florence players led by James Jackson Si las Knowles Melvin Miller Edward Meachem Alec Dowell George Hargreaves Roy Hargreaves Andrew Charles Clarence Tanner faced Gardiner at the Umpqua with Forest Whit man umpiring. Gardiner won 32 to 1 after Sundays clash. Earlier Florence and Acme met for seven innings with five per side, Acme winning 19 to 18.
Klamath Falls August 30. Jim Hill's surveyors are bound for the area as Daily Herald reports. Southern Pacific engineers deny plans while reliable sources say a northern push seeks a better Deschutes route west of the Walker range. Crews will shadow Graham's notes and map storage for possible filing. Rev. F E Billington arrived from Silverton this afternoon.
Virgil Clover shot fellow Coburg resident John Mathews in the Mohawk mountains near Donna. Mathews, 35, with a wife and five children, was seriously wounded in the right groin and transported to Eugene hospital for surgery. Clover, around 20, is a Booth-Kelly sawmill employee.
Corvallis Gazette Times describes the Carver line from Corvallis to Alpine, noting eight to twenty five miles travel by C and A flyer in about ninety minutes, with open flat cars on a rough bed. A crew of thirteen works at the Carver line head, hauling timber with a donkey engine, while logs are moved by powerful traction through clear timber country. A new branch to McCready Gering mill extends six miles beyond Belfountain. A side trip to Monroe showcases Wilhelm store and residence with a vast department store and up-to-date stock.
Magladry & Shumate, Springfield dealers, promote a bright future with the slogan Study the Map. The full page ad notes Springfield’s ideal location and promises bargains in city and nearby property as demand remains strong. The firm reports good business and active demand for city and suburban holdings.
Seattle August 28 The National Conservation Congress adopted the water rights resolution favored by Chief Forrester Pinchot and Ex-Governor Pardee. It proposes limiting grants and water rights to a definite time and imposing an annual tax. Federal Judge Hanford of Seattle opposed, arguing land and water promises draw settlers west and policy changes would be unwise and unfair.
C Burden and E O Potter from Eugene, with wives, visit Marshfield after traveling from Sinslaw. The group jokes about walking the Siuslaw to Majman distance, may have been testing stamina. Burden, a former Oregon University coach, and Potter, a prominent attorney, are seen as leading figures in town. The party plans to visit Bandon then return home amid an enjoyable outing.
H N Williamson, secretary of the State Board of Horticulture in Portland, says prunes look strong this year while shipments of dried prunes will lag due to demand for fresh prunes. Pear and apple crops are generally light except Southern Oregon. grapes show promise, and hop crops hinge on continued dry weather.
Free camping available at the district fair in Eugene from Tuesday September 7 through Saturday September 12. Grounds beside the fair are set aside for campers with city water. The week features carnival entertainment and a school parade. Special round trip fare from Salem to Ashland during the fair. School exhibits and bands attend, prizes totaling over $5000.
S M Garland and J B Eddy arrived from Lebanon to advance right of way for a Woodburn branch line from Crabtree to Lebanon crossing the Santiam. They have spent about $9 000 in Lebanon and will relocate several houses. The project aims to extend toward Tollman Albany and Springfield, making Lebanon a station like Brownsville.
On Spencer Creek Aug 27 1909 a daughter was born to Peter Murland and wife In Eugene Aug 29 1909 a son was born to Eaton Clark and wife Mrs George W Cline a prominent Albany farmer’s wife died after months of illness aged 47 She is survived by her husband and three children including Mrs Harry B Cusick of Albany
By order out of the Circuit Court of Oregon Lane County the 7th of August 1909 Jennie Gillette vs W T Shurtleff and Treasure Gold Mining Co Limited defendants. Judgment for One Hundred Fifty Dollars with 6 percent interest and costs. Description covers Amelia lode mining claim Crede No 2 Lone Star and other claims in Lane County Blue River district. Sale date September 27 1909 at Eugene Court House, 9am to 4pm, cash with redemption.
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