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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1902
Page
2
The WCTU gathers for its state convention this week from today through Friday. Maine held a state and congressional election with a strong Republican result despite a spirited Democratic opposition. In Texas Fort Worth last week 7201 ballots were cast to nominate a Democratic candidate for Congress.
Dame Fisher Million, a South Carolina man described as a negro, faces a vagrancy conviction and a twelve month servitude order. Oregon City waterwheels claim the Whitlamette river’s flow, threatening the 42 foot falls’ operation for three September days. A British bark near Portland notes a month becalmed off Montevideo on the South American coast.
A fragmentary piece notes widespread quake reports in France and India amid upheaval. It cites Helen Stone the kidnapped missionary saying prayers aided her release, criticizes delayed talks for ransom, and mentions Cuba considering a lottery to repay a 35 million loan as a moral issue.
Charles S Coon a prominent candidate withdraws from the Republican race for Congress in Washington's Third District. His exit narrows the field as contenders proceed toward the party nomination.
President Roosevelt accepted an honorary membership offer from the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen at Chattanooga. The exchange prompted questions about the Brotherhoods purpose beyond politics and its relevance to the public.
Jobo Larsen attempted a loop the loop on a bicycle at the Portland carnival Saturday evening. He was hurled seventy five feet into the air where his bike struck the tightly packed crowd. Despite the collision no one suffered serious injuries and the rider escaped with minor harm.
A confused clipping describes coal workers in England reportedly refusing to work without proper mine permits. The text is garbled but suggests pressure on authorities and labor action affecting production.
A New Zealand steamer discharged eight thousand sheep carcasses in London after their meat spoiled in cold storage. The vessel was diverted to sea and the carcasses dumped overboard. In Oregon Klamath County halted bounties on coyote scalps, noting few sheep and attributing predator control to jackrabbit grazing impact.
In a Vermont town during a prohibition state, critics urge caution in judging Rev Sam Small the popular preacher and lecturer. The article argues those charged with violations are often not violating the law, noting that the sold substance resembles little whiskey beyond its name.
An Illinois man suggests that Chicago derives from the Indian word Jikag meaning pole cat and notes debate over whether the term references the animal or an odor in the area. The Southern Pacific builds an Ashland oil tank with 2.25 million gallons capacity, 30 feet high and 115 feet wide. Wood fuel use by Southern Pacific narrows to the Oregon division and will soon change.
Last Saturday the United States treasury vaults contained 597 936 194 dollars in gold, the largest single amount in its history and, with one exception, the largest ever held by any treasury. About eight years ago Kassia prepared for a gold standard shift and held roughly 598 000 000 dollars in her treasury.
Oregonian notes Charles Schwab's $800,000 salary is drawn from a trust which has cleared $150 million in the past year. The Portland paper’s breezy tone hints at favorable ties to Schwab amid steel trust discussions.
A year after President McKinley was shot in Buffalo and died after eight days, the nation recalls the tragedy. Citizens reflected on the events, the funeral, and the enduring impact as leaders and the public marked the anniversary with ceremonies and somber observances.
Mortgage satisfaction entries and multiple real estate transfers dominate the court page. Balfour-Guilbre Loveetment Co transfers 40 acres, Jennings to Fisher 40 acres, Wiltse 160 acres, Canfield 16 acres, Landers to Hoch 1.57 acres, Wells to Wells 68.40 acres, Weiss 160 acres, Parvin to Parker 21.15 acres, and Hard to Keeney land in Acme. Marriage licenses issued for William Douglas and Rosa Hollandeworth. Mining locations recorded by Mitchell and Beck in Bohemia and Bobemis districts. Probate matters cite the estate of J K Sturtevant with executor TG Hendricks, showing receipts, disbursements, and a small balance.
Notice states the partnership between CC Hammond and CS Cheshire has dissolved by mutual consent with Cheshire retiring and Hammond continuing. All firm bills will be collected by CC Hammond. Dated Eugene Oregon September 4, 1902.
A fragmented editorial tone piece extols rainy winters in Western Oregon and links plentiful rainfall to health. It warns against approaching winter without sufficient rains and references doctors and graveyards in a grim coastal rhetoric. The passage alludes to cholera fears and wartime era language about the Philippines.
Four threshing machines exploded in Whitman county Washington on Saturday raising the season total to eight. The incidents follow eighteen separators destroyed last season by explosions and fire, the first such record. Smut in grain or petroleum lubricating oil is suspected as the cause.
The Oregonian reports confetti tossing at the Portland Carnival where handfuls of color powder were thrown down the backs of genteel women and into open mouths. The paper notes the practice causes skin irritation and is not fit to eat.
Fragmentary report notes General Chaffee pursuing peace in the Philippines while acknowledging ongoing clashes. It mentions General Crook as a noted Indian fighter and references hostile actions against indigenous forces.
In this personals roundup several residents are listed traveling to and from Portland and other areas. H R Kincaid and Mies Fannie Hemenway are noted in Portland, numerous professors including L P Snapp and L P Roapp take trips to Everett and the Blue River mines, while J W Lekio and EJ Melsnshan travel to Portland for Carnivals and trains. Other entries report hop picking in Hays yard, a high school principal arrival, and ongoing chatter about Roseburg and Senator Booth with bank and paper company references.
The GUARD offers a ten volume Encyclopaedia Britannica set in good condition with 6902 pages and 96 colored maps and many illustrations. It is worn from use and lightly condensed to emphasize American subjects while omitting excess length. The sale reasons include receipt of a complete Britannica five volume American supplement.
Don’t abuse your eyes. Prolonged irritation can weaken the eye and render it unfixable, says J O Watts, a graduate optician at Over Chambers’ hardware store in Eugene. He urges immediate inspection for any eye discomfort.
Rev DJ Hadloog of Ashway RI announces Electric Bitters as a genuine all around cure. He credits them with curing jaundice and long liver troubles, praising their work on liver, kidney, and stomach issues. The product is sold for 50 cents with a satisfaction guarantee by L De Lano.
Mrs Mary F White C F Somers Miss Nettle Kress and Miss Nellie Smith have each bought a Trowbridge piano from Morris and Craw. The purchases mark another wave of popular pianos in town.
Fragmented note from Zion reports a logging camp engine moved by Hill Pros, a fatal incident involving Edger Jotoson’s dog, a boy named Preston firing near Dexter schoolhouse, and a price push in Linn County for picking beans with 40 cents per seven bushels and 50 cents per rut bundle.
Ep Hows, proprietor, announces 25 cent beds at the Court House Lodging House. The facility will operate strictly as a lodging house with new bedding and furniture, freshly painted rooms, and Brussels carpet rugs. Each outside room is fire safe and located near the courthouse, near main business street, with beds available at any hour.
Describes multiple city additions with hundreds of lots for sale at $50 each, near Willamette Street and First National Bank. Promises limited supply, upcoming price increases, and offers fruit land and Locust Hill farm properties with trees, farmhouse, barn, and suburban acreage. Agent promises showings at the First National Bank and may entertain exchanges for Amberland.
A clean overnight option near the courthouse featuring new beds, freshly painted rooms, and Brus sels carpet rugs. No worn carpets, just bright, tidy spaces behind the courthouse.
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