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Newspaper
Eugene Weekly Guard
Location
Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1909
Page
6
Readable fragments point to a May event in the state, mentioning a person named Vic and a local authority. Details are incomplete but suggest planning or notification activity tied to a government or community action. Further text is needed to confirm date, place, and scope.
Adrian Jett of The Dalles was elected president of the largest freshman class in University of Oregon history. He defeated Dean Walker of Independence in a close vote while Miss Hertha Masters of Portland was named vice president and Miss Florence Brownell of Portland secretary. Halley of Eugene won sergeant at arms with 47 votes.
St Johns Newfoundland September 28 The Arctic venner Jennie with Whitney on board has arrived there from the Greenland coast by way of Indias Harbor Labrador The report notes the vessel reached St Johns after a voyage from Greenland via Labrador waters.
County Surveyor Geddes returned yesterday from Eugene with the surveyor team’s report on Linn Lane county boundary. The document will detail the surveyed route and the foot form for three weeks of surveying work, and will be presented to the county court as the first Toe men’s progress. Album Herald also notes an advertisement for Dr. Shoop Health Coffee as a healthful substitute for regular coffee.
A historical ad touts Hyomei as a cure for catarrh germs. It urges breathing the antiseptic solution for quick relief and claims a guaranteed cure by the Red Cross Drug Company. The complete outfit costs $1.00 and endorsements note asthma relief from users like Mrs. Wim Hurten, 1909.
The Cook Peary pole debate heats up as dispatches indicate Peary plans to press direct charges against Cook. Cook readies a prepared reply in advance as the exchange nears the agate stages.
Goldfield November meeting of the American Mining Congress featured CC Goodwin's address on silver settlement read by John H. Hern, plus James A. Heckman's talk on the vital importance of properly settling the silver question. A federal mining department was urged in a resolution to Taft.
Mr and Mrs C F Hoadley left Eugene after visiting their daughter and may move back to Cedar Vale Kansas next year.
Lieutenant Commander Lam and Midshipman DeMeester appear in period costumes aboard the Half Moon during the Hudson Fulton celebration. They portray Henry Hudson and his mate from the famous voyage when the navigator mapped the river now named for him. Lam and DeMeester sail aboard the Dutch cruiser Utrecht, representing the Netherlands government at the event.
President Taft arrives in Spokane amid cheering crowds and rainbow skies. He outlines plans to seek congressional authority for issuing ten million dollars in bonds to complete West irrigation projects, reaffirming adherence to Roosevelt’s conservation policy and noting Ballinger’s alignment. The day includes a civic welcome, a grandstand speech before 10,000, and visits to irrigated districts en route to Hayden.
New York on September 28 hosted a Hudson Fulton celebration parade that showcased ancient Rome and New Orleans inspired floats. Captain A H Stoddard oversaw float construction, with B A Wilkstrom’s Mardi Gras design legacy noted. A grand reviewing stand stretched from Fortieth to Forty second streets before the new public library, as dignitaries observed the procession along the Great Court of Honor.
President Taft spent a calm day in Salt Lake City resting from rail travel. He breakfasted with 200 citizens at the Commercial Club, heard an organ recital in the Mormon tabernacle, visited Saltair, played golf at the Country Club, and planned a dinner at the Alta Club with a reception. He also spoke at the Mormon tabernacle in Provo praising lawfulness and prosperity.
Dr. R C Yenney of Portland visits Roseburg to study infantile paralysis cases in county and rules out contagion. Miss Madge Miller, 14, and Capitola Willis, daughter of Balter, remain seriously ill with unclear cause. Local doctors split on diagnosis between infantile paralysis and meningitis related illness. a Portland specialist deemed meningitis unlikely and advised against serum treatment.
The article notes that during new pure food law implementation many manufacturers rushed to alter methods, but Quaker Oats remained exemplary. It praises its purity, affordability, and nourishing value backed by Yale tests, highlighting adoption as a staple for vigor and endurance. Packaging options include regular and large family sizes, with both in standard and china-free versions.
The Bangs Livery announces a planned brick stable at the corner of Ernst Mighty and Pearl streets. The 849 by 160 foot town lot will be fully utilized, with options for two or three stories and a full basement for horses. The design aims for modern facilities and proper waste management to avoid nuisance. Currently horses are kept at the East Ninth and Pearl feed barn, three blocks away from offices and vehicles.
New Orleans reports say the September hurricane across Louisiana and Mississippi has killed more than 100 people and caused extensive property damage. Ongoing tallies list over a hundred dead with more names expected as wreckage is assessed.
A series of births reported in Junction City includes a daughter born Sept 22 1909 to Mr and Mrs Jesse Miller a son born Sept 14 1909 to Mr and Mrs John Jensen a child born Sept 22 1909 to Mr and Mrs H K Carr a daughter born Sept 21 1909 to Mr and Mrs Jesse Arvil and a child born Sept 23 1909 to Mr and Mrs H E Spickler all noted in local records.
Electric bulb to guide the night display. Official literary and musical exercises planned at the metropolitan Opera House and the Brooklyn Academy of Music with speakers of national and international prominence. Temporary emergency hospitals and ambulances arranged every five and ten blocks to aid the tired, sick or injured during land parades and carnivals.
Ralph D. Goodman and Ada M. Stiers wed at the Hoffman House Eugene on September 25 1909 at 1130 am with Justice Bryson officiating. The notice also highlights Dr Shoops Restorative claims for stomach heart and kidney ailments and mentions local produce by Co L Bartholomew and Mr Walters in promotion and exhibitions.
Sheriff H T Brown announces sale of Henry Fischer's interest in 320 acres in Lane County Oregon. The sale, at Eugene County Courthouse, occurs October 11 1909 between 9 am and 4 pm with cash only redeemable, under the 1909 judgment of Disston Lumber Co. against P Jones W C London and Henry Fischer.
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