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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1906
Page
3
The Eugene Weekly Guard announces subscription rates for its Friday publication in Eugene Oregon Pricing is 50 cents per year in advance and two dollars at year end The notice indicates entrance as second class matter at the Eugene Oregon post office dated Thursday September 2
Weeks ago officials pressed for required statements and Danbar’s reply prompted the governor to take matters into his own hands, signaling a unilateral move to resolve the issue. The development marks a shift in authority as the governor asserts control over the dispute and seeks prompt accountability.
The article warns that a boycott of a local newspaper in Goldfield is escalating toward violent measures aimed at stopping the sale and purchase of the paper. It argues such coercive tactics infringe on individual liberty and government by consent, urging resistance and denouncing the methods as un-American and unacceptable by conservative and thoughtful citizens.
Authorized to take and receive subscriptions and transact other business for the Daily and Weekly Guard. Names include W C Conner of Cottage Grove, Lester Stacy, Colture, J L Clark, and Cyeswell.
The Guard Printing Co announces August specials offering a year of Weekly Guard at 1.50 with a free year of either the St Louis Republic or Oregon Agriculturalist for new or renewing subscribers. September renewals get the same premium. Mail remittances and notices to GUARD PRINTING CO Eugene Oregon.
Governor Chamberlain ordered five railway companies to file detailed state statements on property values, stock and bonds, debt, business volume, and receipts and disbursements, under 1885 act section S122. He reaffirmed penalties under section 5123 for noncompliance and cited later legal opinions about the act.
A Yakima county tract of land, once brush and dry, sold for 82000 per acre after irrigation. The owner reports the apple crop this year at 70 per acre, with Spitzenberg trees thriving under water. The sale demonstrates irrigation's transformative effect and the newfound value of previously uncultivated ground.
A September Collier's notes that expressing opinions in a newspaper isn t mere self indulgence. Editors justify timely themes by reader demand, noting that editorial condition can become commanding when audience interests require it. The piece discusses writers shaping content to fit public expectations.
The speaker notes mild public boredom rather than strong annoyance at proposals for spelling reform. He cites Harvard and British opinion, saying people simply want closure. Language evolves and changes, not dictated by presidents, and official documents will revert to prior spellings until broader change occurs.
Lane county earned second prize for best agricultural and fruit display at the state fair. Messrs Snodgrass Wilkins and Warren secured 250 for the exhibit, with Warren in charge at Salem. Marion county won first place, while Lane county expects good returns from strong attendance and new visitors drawn by the county’s showcased products.
The article traces how irrigation and dry farming transformed the West. It notes Colorado River projects near Yuma Arizona and a soon arriving railroad to Beatty Nevada. Deserts like Death Valley are shrinking as water and rail reach the Bullfrog district, promising rainfall conservation and new fruitfulness.
Over four months Daily and Weekly juard editions show substantial growth with 150 new daily subscribers in Eugene and about 100 more in the county. The Caard’s circulation leads rivals, while advertisers are invited to inspect mailing lists and subscription books for verification amid broad financial turmoil in national trusts and insurers.
The article charges Hipple and his confederates with running the institution for personal gain, looting it repeatedly. It alleges million dollar thefts, with bolder acts over time, and accuses directors and attorneys of securities involvement as investigators close in, with pens awaiting penitentiary sentences.
Henry James, a language purist, condemns new spelling as harmful to future generations. He argues preserving traditional spellings maintains the beauty of English classics. He cites Shakespeare and warns against sentiments like reading with thru. He mentions Elliott of Harvard and Roosevelt remarks.
The text argues the Cuban situation is serious and uncertain until the United States annexes the island. It envisions Cuba as a near American territory that could become a garden spot with a stable government and strong protection for life and property, asserting there is material for good citizenship if properly directed.
The South holds fast to states rights as Mr. Sryan defends railroad policy in Louisville. His explanation was poorly received until a reference to states rights provoked a loud reaction, restoring his confidence before the audience.
Prospectors report abundant copper across California including Inyo and Lane counties. The writer notes exaggeration about the California finds and warns would-be explorers to avoid the Inyo desert amid the copper boom.
Secretary Wilson remarks that every acre of land has value and cites experiments with spineless cactus on the Mojave desert sand to feed cattle. He argues this plucky approach is what the Department of Agriculture needs across the country.
The special edition for Western Oregon is under way, expected to be the finest and most complete ever produced. It is being carefully prepared and will be issued on fine book paper with handsome illustrations.
Peru opens its doors to Secretary Root as he nears the end of a tour visiting South American republics and observing regional developments. The visit underscores continued diplomatic engagement with the hemisphere.
Miners from Grabifield stage a newspaper boycott crippling major mines and halting camp industries. Mor al warns against tampering with the free and untrammeled American newspaper.
Local residents who urged heavy rain now hope for drier conditions as storms ease. Community voices mix relief and fatigue after weeks of unsettled weather and flooding concerns.
W H Brown of Pittefeld Vermont says Next to a son the best thing is Dr. Johns New Life Pills for family health. They cure headache constipation and biliousness. Guaranteed at W L Delance drug store.
J G Cannon argues that culture and wealth without practical public life training fail to prepare leaders. He urges educated elites to engage with real-world issues, support public affairs, and devote time and thought beyond money to prevent misuse of influence and to strengthen public sentiment.
Rev W A Bartlett of Chicago argues college leaders condemn greed but offer few remedies. He warns many colleges have become commercial, training students to believe everyone is worth their price, noting religious training gaps and a New York preacher’s remark on workers seeking pay due to high living costs.
Ine Dunn Martin files for divorce from J B Martin, alleging cruel and inhuman treatment after their marriage on September 2 190. She seeks restoration of her maiden name and resides in Magene with her parents. Mary E Kauffman sues John N Kauffman for divorce on cruel and inhuman treatment. they wed in Kaygene on December 25 1800 and have a child aged five, custody sought for Belton H. Frey files for divorce from W Frey on desertion. married May 20 19 and he left on January 15 1905, with alimony provisions absent. Mediey & Johnson represent Frey.
Judge Algeria rendered judgment in the case of Lake M Richardson vs co H and Rhoda Dinehart for 2000 with six percent interest, 26 attorney's fees and foreclosure of mortgage. In H M Spurgeon v G R B Chrisman, county judge writ of review, the county court order of October 15 in the estate of Abraham Spurgeon, deceased, is affirmed.
Mrs T J Doreey died Sunday at the Frank Hyland farm residence near Junction City from Brights disease at age years, 15 days. She leaves a husband and seven children, five sons and two daughters. Services were held at the residence, the remains buried in Okid bollown cemetery. Neighbors extend sympathy in sorrow.
The Lane county WCTU convention closes tonight at the Baptist Church due to Epworth League events. Mrs. Wheeler was elected president with a slate including Anna Calkins as vice president and Louise DeSpain as corresponding secretary, as reports show 48 new members and eight unions active in the county.
Robt Vaughn reported to the Guard that a large tree burned in his timber fell during the night, striking two milk cows and killing them instantly. Each cow was valued at 25 dollars. W Cline, trainmaster for Southern Pacific in Oregon, arrived to oversee RaVens operations as the new post created. His duties began September 6 at Roseburg, overseeing tasks previously handled by J Morris, with plans to move headquarters to Portland.
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