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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1908
Page
3
A detailed antiquated ode to penmanship urges the desirability of neat writing. It prescribes posture, arm and wrist alignment, paper angle, hand position, finger placement, and coordinated movements for mastering clear legible script. It emphasizes practice with controlled letters, progressive spacing, and narrow well formed characters.
New York opening prices rebounded from yesterday's lows as Erie issues rose on a proposed note offering. Readings and copper stocks swung, with Reading 14%, Union Pacific and other issues advancing before noon. Wheat in Minneapolis quiet amid steady receipts. corn firm on wet weather with limited activity.
A Massachusetts naval officer sues for divorce after a trip to the Pacific Coast. His wife left for her parents and now he counters with a claim that she has a habit of green eyes and bowlegs. He notes his own uniform hides curves and hints at possible stock depreciation in matrimonial resources.
An opinion argues New York may soon allow teachers to use corporal punishment to enforce discipline. It claims moral suasion fails in a cosmopolitan city and suggests parents should discipline children at home to teach obedience, noting adults often survive such treatment in youth.
May opened lower for gold and wheat futures with profit taking weighing on provisions. Cattle receipts near 18 thousand and hogs steady to slightly higher. cattle market steady to lower, hogs weak to lower. cheese butter eggs steady in Milwaukee reports. diverse cheese boxes sold in Plymouth. butter and cheese prices varied with regional activity and futures quiet in Liverpool and Milwaukee markets.
A Victorian study of table manners at card games stresses graceful conduct for both sexes. It urges accepting defeat with dignity, avoiding boastfulness, showing interest in play, promptly accepting invitations, and being a courteous, welcome guest at gatherings where cards are played.
The listing shows sheep, flour, grain and dairy prices, with ranges for lambs, No 2 northern wheat at 31.8 and May delivery, rye, oats, corn, barley, hay, and fats. Dairy quotations include eggs and milk products, while produce lists beans, beets, beets, and other field items priced by local dealers.
The New York telegram reports Chancellor Day of Syracuse University had charges brought by Trev Cocke of Brandon, Florida dismissed by Bishop David H Moore. The bishop said the charges were defaming Day and likened them to a senate attack. He asserted another suit could be brought against any US senator instead.
Menasha Lodge No. 676 Elks to install officers with Exalted Ruler Fred Huubann leading. Officers include Albert Christofersen secretary Fred Butterwort treasurer J. Tuchscherer tyler and H. Schlegel as representative. Also notes travel plans for A. Wieckert and local events at Brighton Beach and Dam remarks.
An authentic report from Berlin states that a 4K in Prussia will be introduced in the Prussian diet to raise the civil list of the emperor. The sum amounts to 3,900,000 dollars a year, paid to the emperor as king of Prussia and not as German emperor. The increased cost of living and the number of dependents strain the royal purse. It is learned that the emperor lived within his income for years, saving portions for his children rather than appealing to rich friends for loans.
In St Petersburg April, Associated reports top American jockeys Herman Rax and Windstafe were engaged for Russian racing circles. Laghrefi and other Mosco stables play central roles in the maneuvering, highlighting the growing cross national jockey movement.
A report from the area describes a youth shooting another boy in a troubling incident. The event involved two local youths and prompted police and school involvement as investigators seek details. Community officials urged calm while outlining safety measures and potential charges pending facts from the inquiry.
Associate Prev Montreal reports that the Alberta minister of public works finalized arrangements with the Tell Telephone Company of Canada to acquire the company’s lines in Alberta for a substantial sum, completing key steps in expanding provincial communications.
A description of a Georgian Colonial style city home by architect Bless Sedgwick of Minneapolis. Features include a full front entrance with tall columns, brick veneer, two stories plus basement, nine foot first floor height, eight foot second, hardwood floors, plate glass, and a potential total cost from 7000 to over 10000 dollars depending on finishes and extras.
The Bell company recently sold its lines in Manitoba to the Manitoba government for 675000. It now holds only lines west of the Great Lakes in Saskatchewan around Port Arthur and Fort William. Officials expect the firm to dispose of these and focus on eastern operations as Alberta takes possession at midnight.
Neenah Wisconsin April work begins on the E F U property corner of South Commercial street and Huat Doty avenue. Contractor John F Brown removed a small house formerly used by Cramer and Ivery stable. Robert Law to supervise construction of the new BE OF U building. A boy Arthur Tuttle found safe after running away to Campbellsport. he slept in a gym and was returned home. Neenah clerks plan a Buster-ball on April 21. Various local items and errands noted.
In Saint Paul Minnesota, twin infants, a boy and a girl aged three months, died after reportedly ingesting soothing syrup. Authorities say the children were taken ill last night and briefly revived this morning before dying again. The coroner arrived to investigate as details remain unclear.
Australia plans a September visit by a foreign dignitary with a stop in Hobart Perth Adelaide and other ports. Officials express hopes the trip will proceed smoothly despite mixed public sentiment and weather concerns.
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