19 May 1908
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Newspaper
Janesville Daily Gazette
Location
Janesville, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1908
Page
1
The report details local activities from Amberg Manitowoc and nearby areas including a controversial charter convention debate in Amberg May 1, a gathering involving the Gathalie Federation and several clubs, and upcoming university discussions. It notes arrests, social events, and community planning across Wisconsin towns with multiple names and dates.
An incident from Laporte Indiana mentions Mrs Gunness and asserts examiners identified false teeth. The account references Dr Marton and immediate dental findings related to teeth found with a missing or attacked person. The fragmentary text implies verification of false dentition connected to the case.
In a Grand Jury proceeding in May, T Ay Molniyres & Co of New York, a stock broker firm, faced renewed criminal charges amid alleged large losses and stated ties to prior failures. The hearing involved jury members and accusations of significant financial improprieties in their brokerage operations.
In New York trading the railroad group climbed on heavy turnover with most majors advancing to yearly highs. Strong demand and gains across steel and related sectors boosted the market as traders priced in improving railcar demand and allied transportation shares.
Thrae Thousand Dollars bail set in Deblaville as former Citizens Bank of Belleville cashier C Story faces embezzlement charges and false reporting to the bank department. Attorney Masen and district officials prepare for court with detectives detailing alleged theft of 280500 and related falsifications.
In Brooklyn a 72 year old teacher George Storry was shot and killed today by his son in a family dispute over an attempted marriage. The son then fled, leaving investigators to pursue the motive and any further charges.
The article describes prisoners chained day and night and fed on bread and water during appeals and court actions. It notes petitions written on behalf of a broad group and mentions observers and officials in a foreign legal context. The piece references conditions, visits by delegates, and various procedural steps in what appears to be a wartime detention scenario.
Two defendants pleaded guilty before Judge Wyner in a city court case linked to a planned robbery and shooting. Other defendants faced charges related to the conspiracy and the Western Union Telegraph Company complaint, with railway and telegraph regulation issues noted as part of the broader matter.
A former member of the county commission was found to have taken his life in a bid to escape disgrace. The incident, dated May 13, is reported amid confusion over the circumstances and the summation of his time with the commission.
In Chicago the National Electeratight Association convenes for its annual meeting drawing experts and enthusiasts from around the world. Notable figures such as Nicohy Pesda and others from Harvard University attend as discussions focus on upcoming experiments and theoretical advances in energy and electromagnetism.
Fragmented report notes Bryan supporters pressing a delegation to attend the Democratic National Convention. Names like Col. Gutay and William Torry are mentioned concerning candidacies and allegiances. The piece centers on who will represent Bryan and the strategy for Denver.
Dysfunctional OCR summary describes a Denver mayoral election with candidates including W. Spear and Hlorgen Ehetipk amid liquor regulation debates. It mentions centers, dates in May, and party platforms, with unclear lines about republican and democratic positions and alleged hidden steps to curb a tragedy.
A fragile summary describes a forthcoming meeting on reciprocal tariffs with delegates from multiple states and regions. The document lists attendees, agencies, and topics including trade relations, oil policy, and potential measures affecting imports and marketing. Strong entities appear as names and regions, though the text is highly garbled.
The third educational conference of the Methodist church opens in Atlanta with educators from across the nation. Prominent speakers include Henry G. Prichatou of the Carnegie Foundation, Georgia Governor Toler Smith, and university leaders from Georgia and Minnesota.
Veterans from Indiana and Kansas gather in Kokomo for the grand encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic. Delegates attend receptions and speeches, with a parade planned past the courthouse square and Alhambra Hall hosting opening ceremonies.
The Catholic ceremony for Rt. Rev Ignatius Horstmann was held today in Cleveland. The service featured solemn pomp and ritual as clergy and mourners gathered for the funeral in the Cathedral.
A passenger train on the Norfolk & Western line derailed near Columbus. Twelve people were reported injured, with others injured as cars left the track and spread across the rails. Local trains and officials coordinated immediate aid and investigation.
A garbled report describes the Washington State Democratic convention at midnight, instructing delegates for Peerless Ong and linking to California loyalties for Wesleyan and other states. It notes delegations to the national convention and mentions Alabama and Montgomery context, with inquiries about indictations and political chase.
Fragmented list shows mixed commodity prices and openings across markets with unreliable spellings. Entities include Wheat May, July entries, and various tech and consumer items. no coherent narrative or verifiable figures.
Lansing, May 19. Delegates from statewide churches gather for the sixty seventh annual meeting of the Michigan Congregational Association. Opening events include a formal supper, with local clergy and educators participating as featured speakers and organizers.
May market update from Janesville Wisconsin lists bagged corn meal oats and various feeds with price per ton figures. Butter and creamery notes cover deliveries at Elgin and other markets. The district reports 661700 pounds of output for the week, with butter quoted at 380.
Explosion on a freight car in Cleveland derailed a train, shattering windows and alarm spreading panic. No injuries were reported as dynamite caused the wrecked trucks and frightened passengers in the early morning incident.
Beloit aldermen introduced an ordinance to raise the saloon license from 500 to 1000 dollars per year. The measure, drafted with the city attorney, passed the first and second readings and was referred to the judiciary committee amid Dry Rockford tensions. The council rejected a bond motion for 3290, passed over vetoes, and faced hiring disputes over a contractor from Rockford.
May corn prices climbed in early trading as buyers covered short positions and awaited delivery on the May contract. The market showed strength amid higher demand and concerns over near term supplies, pushing quotes up from earlier levels.
The General Conference of the Methodist Church in Baltimore decided to elect eight bishops contrary to the Board of Bishops. Evanavilla LO. 0, F Coming announced plans for investitures. Candidates from Wyandaville and a large delegation from CulOft City, Texas, were expected to attend.
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