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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1902
Page
5
A fragment reports the driver and guard of President Roosevelt’s carriage failing to yield to an oncoming trolley. The guard died defending the crossing, while the driver survived, highlighting the danger of cross traffic at speed and the need for rail safety.
The Oregonian questions the editor’s memory of past financial policies and their link to Labor Day celebrations. It contrasts modern prosperity with historical crises under Harrison and Cleveland, debating whether gold standards and government actions truly drive economic well being amid abundant crops and strong export markets.
President Kovevvet, in Fitchburg Missouri yesterday, attacked giant commercial combinations he claims exploit both consumer and producer. He warned that the public will not accept vague phrases and noted the failures of vice presidential attempts to curb monopolies.
Maria Lengsea an Italian immigrant in New York broke through immigration control and was detained at a facility. An Italian citizen here signed a civil marriage contract for her, signing in her place of detention. The act followed her husband and authorities permitted her to land, though the fraud appears plausible the government lacks power to act.
The agriculturalist editor of the Portland Telegram notes a new sheep breed to guard grain on the sod. The herd is to be grazed on the stable sod of the Willamette Valley grain fields. Stalks are cut high and much grain shatters during harvest. The sheep may have bills to save the grain that scatters out.
A judge fined a man ten dollars for kicking a dog, while on the same day another man charged with striking his wife received five dollars. The report notes the judge's indignation over the incidents and records the separate cases handled by the police.
A New York man faced with arrest attempted an escape on Monday night and fired a shotgun, shooting thirteen people in the melee. Police say most injuries are non fatal as investigators seek details and motive.
The notice honors Harold Gutt, infant son of Mr and Mrs O Gillet, who died at 11 months. Local residents Mr and Mrs Carl Christensen are ill at home. Doctors Kuykendall, Dale, and others visited for various illnesses. A large crowd attended a Wild West show. Creamery manager changes occur as H Wegner resigns. J Gilmore takes charge. Several residents travel to Portland, Eugene, or other towns for work, health, or commerce. Community members visit relatives, move, or plan stores and farms. local happenings include farm visits, illness, travel, and social calls.
Hardware item note highlights Mool or Deie cod seeders as good goods available at OCumbers Hardware with affordable pricing. The fragment mentions a hardware store promotion and product availability. Characters and phrasing reflect a vintage catalog style.
Manager Rowe of the Portland Carnival advertises a triple wedding as a show attraction but faces a setback when one couple withdraws. He extends invitations to central telephon headquarter staff in hopes of filling the scene, promising rewards. A San Francisco dispatch notes a Japanese liner with opium worth $1,000,000 arrived, drawing little attention.
Officials report Rome attracted 954000 foreign visitors from January to June and estimated spending around 70 million dollars. The city’s ancient sites and mild climate support a strong travel sector as tourism rebounds.
A fragment from the Portland Telegram hints at a supposed scheme to ruin eyesight using a small five by eight inch device covered with what appears to be dts. The text mentions offerings of F100 in gifts to provoke theft or misrepresentation with alleged speed and accuracy, labeling the matter almost criminal.
Daily notices list numerous people from Goshen to Portland making visits and travels. Dr A Sharples, B F Keeney, Ora Read, Romeo Gilbert, LE Besc, Dr EK A McAlister, Fd Crawford, J D Matlock, Mr and Mrs Giletrap, A J Johnson, Leone Kaysie, F U Sharkey, J Higgins and mother, Henry Hollenbeck, Geo Hardenaker, Miss Veree Long, WT Campbell, Miss Marie Pritchett, EJ Frasier, JH Heckley, H B Miller, Mrs Brown of Salem, EL Phelps, R P Colwell, Mies Therese Ader, Miss Pherese Friendly, F W Canfield, Mra OC F futile, Mra F A Ware, Mrs E D Mallock, Miss Ollie Marquis, Joe and Eugene Mallock, G W Wright, Miss Lydia Kisor, Edwin Sharpe, Mr Laura Harris’s party, J W Hobbs, Mra Sykee, W ot Loonghmiller, Prof and Mrs John Straub, WH Hoffman, Warock, Joe Lackey, Mrs Belle Smith, LS Logan, Mr Rees, Edward Rees, Mabl Rees, and others. Many visit Portland carnivals, Eugene, Cottage Grove, and Santa Rosa, with plans noted for travel and attendance.
Unity Oregon September 2. A Tupper deputy game warden has been stopping at A D Hyland's for a week. A timber crew from a mining company has been cutting at Hyland's over the past week. Rev Edward Gettioge preached Sunday. W J Royce of Eugene factory was seeking timber land this week. Several locals attended the Wild West show in Eugene last week. W RO Edwards to begin logging Monday. seeks bands or good pay. Ned Parke of Pleasant Hill visited last week seeking bee cattle. Nellie Matteson moved to Portland to stay with sister Mrs Jobo Kenro. A D Hyland to start pickive in 40 acre hop yard in three days. A F Edwards traded his old film for new and will start moving pictures later this week. The outfit is up to date and will satisfy.
Crow notes open road and land purchase by James Holland at Crow with new dwelling under construction. Local developments include J A Crow and family trip to Eugene and others visiting Baire. Hop picking begins at Liles and Owen yards. A letter reports Leston Love, son of Prof and Mrs J E Love, fractured his right leg but improves. Miss Myrtle Smith returns home to Hale after visiting sister.
All parties seeking student boarders or roomers must send names and addresses with statements of prices and numbers to the University office. A boarding pace registry will be kept in the office for convenience of all parties concerned.
Work in Seattle. Miss Caroline Rankin who has held a positive in a big New York photograph gallery for some time past, will be associated with U A Buehnvell in a first class gallery to be fitted up in Seattle, Carpeters' tools and where we shine. Good goods and full stock with bottom prices at Chambers Hardware.
Multiple sale notices describe Bershire hogs, Hereford calves, a black mare, and farm equipment. Listings include 160 acres near Jasper with timber, tillable land, and buildings. 216 acre stock farm near Goshen with water and plowed ground. several horse and cattle consignments. a portable engine and saw equipment for sale. Contact details reference McKenzie Stock Farm Springfield. W B Scott Jasper. CS Richardson Pleasant Hill. CA Parker Eugene. Philias Blais. OH E Watkins Spring Field.
Ad claims a sprightly step and rosy complexion from King’s New Life Pills. It promises improved digestion, no headaches, and mood uplift. Available for 250 at W L De Leno’s and Chambers Hardware, amid flood conditions.
An advertisement asserts a one day cure for a colic using Laxative Bromo Quine Tablet. It promises refunds if the user’s tenure is not cured and claims E W Grove’s siggoa cure included in each box, priced at 2 cents.
The notice announces a closeout sale of war era remnants at Chambers Hardware. Readers are invited to come early to capture the limited stock and secure bargains on remaining items.
Administratrix Amanda Strong has been appointed for the estate of H Fisher, deceased, by the county court. All persons having claims against the estate must present them with proper evidence to L Bever, attorney in Eugene, Oregon, within six months from the date of notice dated July 1909.
N Segar issues orders from the east for several carloads of Italian prone As shipped green to reach the market in proper condition. Growers are urged to contact Mr Sewar at once through elder mill and indulge in a healthy cup at Chambers Hardware.
A bicycle tube was found on Blair Road near Bemaa, with the store owner notified at GuakD office for pickup or further action.
Ed Copenhaven and Lola Kirk were married at the Sprinefl Baptist Church parsonage on September 3 by Reverend Bet Miller. The ceremony united two hometown residents in a quiet community wedding.
A claim for a tasteless malaria remedy named Groves Tasteless Chili Tonte is promoted with Ire and Quinine listed as ingredients. The notice emphasizes a No Cure No Pay price of 500 and references availability in Oville with a claim of universal effectiveness.
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