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Newspaper

Eugene Weekly Guard

Location

Eugene, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Sep 17, 1908

Page

2

Milk Condensing Plant Nears Reality in Eugene

W G Allen reports a milk condensing plant for Eugene is practically assured with a six month target. Capitalists led by C E Rogers are evaluating local milk supply, with construction likely once a site is chosen. The plant would process about 20 000 pounds daily, costing around 45 thousand dollars and boosting local dairy prosperity.

Eugene Guard W. G. Allen C. E. Rogers Rogers Bis Allen

Eugene City Council Bans Near Beer Sales

Eugene passes ordinance prohibiting non intoxicating malt liquors sold as near beer. Cigar shops and soft drink places affected as dealers report big business from near beer. Roseburg brewery plans to challenge the law by sending a lawyer to Eugene.

Eugene Roseburg

Bryan presses Taft to speak for himself in debate

Baltimore dispatch notes William Jennings Bryan demanding direct, plain statements from Taft rather than the president's endorsement. Bryan argues Taft’s platform is vague and that Trust, labor and tariff positions remain unclear, with Roosevelt’s influence questioned as Taft campaigns.

Baltimore Taft Washington Bryan Mr. Roosevelt Tee Roosevelt Bryan S Ald

President Roosevelt Praises Taft In Letter Response

A Montana citizen Conrad Kobis received a Roosevelt reply to his letter about Bryan's claim of being the president's heir. Roosevelt commends Taft, saying he supports the wage-worker and will defend rights of both rich and poor, condemning lawlessness and injustice in all forms. The piece notes Taft's wisdom and moral courage on the bench, qualities that also define a great president.

Bryan Roosevelt Conrad Kobis Montana Mr. Bryan Taft Mr. Taft

Lane County Coast News Notes from Florence

Special correspondence from Florence reports Percy Collier cut his knee badly while axing on his father's surveying crew near Heeata Head. Nine stitches were needed and he stays at EB R. McCornack's on the North Fork until it is safe to travel to Eugene. Salmon fishing is poor and log shortages threaten the Florence sawmill closure in about three weeks. The schooner Oakland, loaded with lumber for San Francisco, waits for fog to lift to exit.

Florence Percy Collier Heeeta Head EB R. McCornack North Fork Eugene Oakland San Francisco

Minefield Defends Speaker of House

New York, Sept. 14. A Methodist opposition to Speaker Cannon over the Littlefield bill to curb liquor shipments into prohibition districts prompts a reply letter from Congressman Littlefield. He says the bill raises grave constitutional questions while noting support for passage, and defends a speaker’s right to express opinions without being labeled a dictator.

New York Cannon Littlefield

Famous minstrel Henry stricken at Emmett Idaho

Emmett Idaho Sept 15 Henry a veteran minstrel man with Pearl and Horseshoe Bend mining interests was stricken with apoplexy Tuesday. Dr Platt Marsh reports his right side paralyzed and he is helpless, growing weaker with age a strong factor against recovery He was nationally known in the minstrel business and led a large touring troupe.

Emmett Idaho Henry Pearl Horseshoe Bend Hi Henry United States

Kennedy Laxative Cough Syrup Aids Throat Health

A dated line notes Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup does not clog the bowels unlike old cough remedies yet eases throat irritation and inflammation. Sold by all druggists.

Kennedy All Drugeivta

Hood River Hosts Unil Verony Event in Northwest

Hood River stages a regional gathering titled Unil Verony with sixty three members. Only two other arm stations in the Pacific Northwest participate in the event, highlighting limited local representation.

Hood River Unil- Verony Arm“Trations Pacific Northwest

DeWitt Kidney and Bladder Pills Ad

DeWitt Kidney and Bladder Pills sold by all druggists claim to ease backache rheumatism and bladder inflammation. The text advertises their use for weak kidneys and related ailments.

Berlin Imp Governor Nomination Hint Surprises Ambassador Hill

Berlin reports Ambassador Hill was startled by a possible nomination for New York governor by the Republican state convention. He has not confirmed any plans and said he is surprised by the suggestion.

Berlin Ambassador Hill New York Republian

Minnesota Indian Lands Opened for Settlement

Duluth Minn Sept 15 More than 46000 acres formerly in the Casa Lake Chippewa Leech Lake Fond du Lac Red Lake and Winnibigoshish reservations are opened to settlement under general land office orders. Lands are entry eligible under homestead laws at 1 25 per acre in five annual installments with a pro rate drainage charge under Minnesota drainage plans tied to Volstead law.

Duluth Minn Casa Lake Mississippi Leech Lake Fond du Lac Red Lake General Land Office Minnesota

Hearst Bares Dinner Tale On Bryan Remarks In 1912 Card

W R Hearst released to the Associated Press a statement responding to W J Bryan's denial of Hearst's speech about John Temple Graves nomination for vice president by the Independence party. Hearst recalls meeting Bryan at Dr Cox's house dinner with witnesses present and quotes Bryan claiming a future Democratic nomination and one term presidency with implied party support. Bryan should apologize if misinterpreted.

Atlanta W. R. Hearst Associated Press W. J. Bryan Mr. Hearst John Temple Graves Independence Party Bryan Chanler Mr. Bryan

Complete cough remedy with herbs and tar

An ad touts Hverwort with tar and wild cherry as a standard cough remedy for coughs colds asthma and bronchitis. It claims no opiates or harmful drugs and safe for children. Price one dollar. Sold by Linn Drug Co. and Williams Mfg. Co. Cleveland, Ohio.

Linn Drug Co Willams Mfg. Co. Props Cleveland

Rumor Of A Eugene Swimming Tank Next Summer

Rumors circulate about establishing a swimming tank in Eugene for next summer. The proposal may reach a decision soon as officials weigh feasibility and local interest.

Eugene

Hickory Bark Cough Remedy Sold Nationwide

Grandmothers of Western Pennsylvania created Hickory Bark Cough Remedy used for a hundred years. Now available from Red Cross Drug Company and dealers everywhere. Pure and effective at stopping coughs, touted as the best remedy made today.

Pennsylvania Red Cross Drug Company all @egiere

Bryan Opens Jersey Campaign With Taft Challenge

Philadelphia dispatch reports William Jennings Bryan arrived in Philadelphia and assailed Taft Roosevelt influenced pro boss control. He noted Maine’s small Republican margin, predicted Democratic gains in New Jersey, and forecasted a Democratic victory this November. He met New Jersey leaders and planned further speeches to boost the campaign.

Philadelphia Wm. J. Bryan Baltimore Taft Roosevelt Bryan New Jersey

Bryan Challenges Taft on Tariff and Independence

Philadelphia dispatch quotes William Jennings Bryan asserting Taft cannot dodge issues. Bryan notes his long advocacy for tariff reform, direct election of senators, income tax, Filipino independence, and calls Taft to define his tariff, labor, and railroad positions amid debates on imperial costs.

Bryan Baltimore Taft United States Atention

Bryan Invades Little Jersey State

Trenton New Jersey September 15 William J Bryan arrived to deliver a speech or two in the state capital and planned stops across New Jersey as part of his campaign tour.

Bryan Little Jersey State Trenton N. J William J. Bryan New Jersey

John Temple Graves Joins Hearst Ticket in Atlanta

In Atlanta on September 11 a formal notification speech was delivered by John Temple Graves before about two thousand attendees. The event marked Graves joining the Hearst ticket amid political agitation and public interest in party alignment and leadership.

Atlanta John Temple

Graves Heads Independence Party Ticket at Casino Theater

Graves was nominated for president by the Independence party at the Casino theater with Hearst and other prominent men on the platform. Graves received an ovation as Hearst and Flisgen spoke to a packed house. Hearst devoted his address to leaving the Democratic party and questioned Bryan's sincerity, calling him a trickster and traitor for seeking support four years hence.

Graves Independence Party Casino Theatre Hisgen W. R. Hearst Hearst Flisgen Democratic Party Bryan

Kodol promises quick relief for indigestion

A vintage advertisement touts Kodol as strengthening the stomach and rapidly easing indigestion symptoms. It urges readers to buy a bottle today and notes the product is sold by all druggists in the area.

Connecticut Democrats Face Draft For Governor Nominee

Hartford September 15 Connecticut Democrats meet in convention to name governor and other state officers and a congressman at large. Leaders see potential victory this fall but several prominent Democrats have declined to run. The convention meets tonight for organization with Mayor Ignatius A. Sullivan presiding. Nomination and platform vote are set for tomorrow.

Hartford Conn Connecticut Ignatius A. Sullivan

Taft to Meet Negroes at Cincinnati Visit

In Lexington on September 15 the Colored National Baptist Association opened its annual convention with about 1,000 delegates, including many notable Black leaders. After adjournment next week, a large delegation will call on Judge Taft in Cincinnati.

Lexington Colored National Baptist Association Taft Cincinnati

Republicans Carry Maine by Small Margin in Presidential Year

Portland Maine September 14 Republicans won Maine by about 8000 plurality as against 26816 in the last presidential year and 8064 in 1906. At midnight returns from 468 of 519 towns give Bert M Fernald Republican 72117 Obadiah Gardner Democrat 64993. The Democratic vote up over 13000 from 1904. The Republican vote fell about 2500. Gardner popular with farmers.

Robert 5. Hudspeth Bryan New Jersey Judge Gray Delaware Denver Fort Roosevelt Portland Maine Bert M. Fernald Obadiah Gardner Cobb Davis Gardner

Methodists Denounce Uncle Jor Cannon

Canton Vermont September 14 The Central Vermont Methodist Episcopal conference unanimously condemns Speaker Cannon for refusing to allow a vote on the Littlefield bill and urges defeat of J G Cannon by lawful means, calling for retirement of unstatesmanlike representatives.

Canton Central Witnels Methodist Episcopal Conference Cannon Littlefield J. G. Cannon House of Representatives

Hughes Renomination Could Trigger Major GOP Slump

Saratoga N Y September 14 Republican State Chairman Tim Woodruff warned delegates that renominating Hughes at the state convention would unleash the greatest slump the Republican Party of New York has seen this fall. Woodruff spoke to a large upstate group about the governor ship scenario.

Saratoga N. Y Woodruff Hughes

Roosevelt backs renomination of Governor Hughes says Hughes favored

The official statement from the executive offices says the president has spoken with Secretary Root and Congressman Cox about the governorship situation. He will not dictate but has told friends that he strongly favors the renomination of Governor Hughes.

Roosevelt Huthes Thhe Root Cox Hughes

Hughes Nomination Seems Certain in New York

Saratoga Sept 14 The anti Hughes faction concedes renominating Governor Hughes is near certain with a convention later today to hear Elihu Root speak as temporary and permanent chairman. Root urges a nominee who will deliver continued good government and electoral support for a Republican successor to Roosevelt while fights over anti race track gambling and direct primary laws loom.

Saratoga Hughes Elihu Root Associated Press Root Empire State Roosevelt Republican Party Democratic Party Cleveland Grover Cleveland Senate House

DeWitt's Salve Endorsed as Best Pie Ingredient

DeWitt's Carbonced Witch Hazel Salve is promoted as the best product for pie making and is sold by all druggists.

DeWitt

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