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Oshkosh Daily Northwestern

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Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Apr 02, 1902

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Wisconsin election turmoil shows Republican sweep in cities

Complete returns from Wisconsin cities show Republicans winning majorities in mayoral races and a net control of several councils and boards. Notable contests include Rose defeating Anson and Tuttle for city offices while fusion tickets and factional splits influenced results in Madison Marinette and Superior. Women voters helped in Racine Kenosha Beaver Dam, with issues on water works monuments and licensing shaping outcomes.

Associated Press Milwaukee Wis David Rose Charles E. Anson Howard Tuttle Common Council Warren D. Tarrant Lyman G. Wheeler Board of Supervisors Wisconsin Neillegime la Folletta Citizens Madison John W. Groves la Follette Republican Party Storm Bull Groves Grafton Mazamanie Mineral Point Osceola Monroe Merrill Medford Durand Black River Falls Chitton Eau Claire West Muscoda Marinette Waupaca Portage Darlington Ripon Hudson Beaver Dam Neonah Elroy Baraboo Wausau Fountain City Marshfield West Superior Fort Atkinson Menomonie Trempealeau Plymouth Sparta Columbus Manitowoc Paste Waukesha Nellisville Menasha Brillion Viroqua New Lisbon Richland Center East Troy Lake Mull Mosinee Thorpe Cedarsburg Woodland Prentice Phillips West Bend Waters The State University J. W. Groves Madison Journal Nefils Racine Kenosha Beloit Simon Smith Dane Outagamie Alt Appleton Outaxamis Kaukauna Pla Marrison Stoughton Social Democratic Party Sheboysan Mensa Richmond Waupun Trempealeu Grantsbore Wirsaua Lodi Greywood Brodheal Lake Mills Galeaville Ase Muscola Deerflet Baraboc Randolph Wate Works Rick River Falla Trosteen Otto Gander Fred Otto A. Witamse Peter Reuter Peter Ohlsen Avepet Bran S. T. Rarpield Frank Rank Asscor Ferd Paolitz Toxtive O. C Tice of the Peace W. Y. McMullen Joan Schwler

WEYAUWEGA CATHOLICS REPORT INTERIORS AND SERVICES

The Weyauwega Catholic society renovates church interiors and will hold services every Sabbath now, with Rev Father Buon newly in charge and stationed in Wauonea. Changes come as Interurban office replaces day and night operators. Nela Nelson and Emily Sampson wed at the bride's home. Smallpox breaks out in Mr Wm Mykel's home near the village, with Addie Mykel as the first victim.

Weyawega Wis Apri Catholi Society Father Buon Wauonea John Lovell Robert Walton

Miss Hillis Wedded in Quiet St Paul Ceremony

Miss Ruth Hillis, daughter of James J. Hill, wed Anson McCook Beard at the Summit Avenue family residence. Archbishop Ireland officiated with Hon. Thomas J. Gibbons assisting. Guests included 131, with a Danz Symphony Orchestra providing music and an informal reception held afterward. The couple will reside in New York City and honeymoon at North Oaks.

Associated Press St. Paul, Minn Summit Avenue Ruth FU James J. Hill Great Northern Railway Northern Securities Companies Anson McCook Beard New York Mer. Anatole Ostér Afr James J. Hil John Ireland Thomas J. Gibbons Rachel Hill Erle Dahlgren Danz Symphony Orchestra George H. Fairclough Church of St. John the Evangelist

Sweep results elect George Banta mayor in Menasha

In Menasha Wisconsin on April 2 results show George Banta winner for mayor with an eighty two vote margin over Silas Bullard. The tally lists party affiliations for judges, clerks, and ward supervisors across the city.

Menashe Wis George Banta Henry Northrup B. J. Welschmen Lip Schwab John Jetwabuy John Scholls Mdermen John Lenz Nic'Remmel Dem L. J Noble Silas Bullard

Chicago Aldermen Election Yields League Victory and Referendum Results

Chicago voters elected 28 league endorsed aldermen with 6 defeated. Abolition of town government carried 57,695 to 45,215. Municipal ownership proposals for street railways and power plants advanced or rejected as indicated. Notable figures include Bathhouse John Coughlin, Johnny Powers, and Blind Hills Kent in key wards. Contests likely before election board. many wards saw tight margins despite large turnout.

Chicago Ill Municipal Voters’ League League Gray Wolves M. V.L M. V John Coughlin Johnny” Powers Turkey Man Elghteenth Blind Hills Kent J Board of Election Commissioners

Yaquis In Arms Threaten Mexican Government

A Bisbee report via Associated Press says Yaqui Indians in Sonora face pressure as Mexican soldiers seize water holes and push foreigners to leave. Raiders seek arms and ammunition, while officials warn of growing trouble and potential warlike actions against Yaquis.

Artz Bisbee Jaya Alcg Mc Donald Soiqui Rio Grande Sonora

Browning's First Book Auction Attracts Rarity

A sale of early Browning works from A. J. Morgan’s collection drew bids for Robert Browning's first book "Pamine, a Frustment of Confresion" with its astrograph. Only eleven copies are known to exist.

Trom New York A. J. Morgan Robert Browning

Western Passenger Association to dissolve as Chicago report says

The Western Passenger association the largest group of western railroads from Chicago and beyond is doomed to dissolution. John Sebastian predicts withdrawal will prompt major lines to leave. The Tribune notes the body organized two decades ago with six reorganizations, current chair E F MacLeod, and prior leaders Caldwell and Hilend.

Associated Press Chicago Western Passenger Association Missouri River Tribune John Sebastian Chicago, Heel Island E. F E. MacLeod Rock Island BR. D. Caldwell Lackawanna Railway Associaion J. H. Hilend St Pauyl Tribune J

Grand American handicap at Blue River park today in Kansas City

The Grand American handicap, part of the Interstate association’s tenth annual tournament, drew near a centric entry as shooting began at Blue River park. Perfect weather and a large field promise a multi-day event with strong bets on top shooters including Marshall, Fender, and others among the leading odds.

Associated Press Kansas City Interstate Association Blue River Park Centrica Aigo Haae Tom Marshall Fender San Francisco Marshall T. W. Murphey Cal Callison Crosby Gay Morrison Gilbert Elliot T. B. Ware Burnside J. L. White Bates H. Money Murphy Panning D. F. Fulford Utica C. W. Budd Des Moines H. O. Feudner Beakart California Tom Ware Spokane Annie Oakley Lillian Smith Winama W. R. Crosy J. A. Re Elcott Johnston E. G. Griffiths

Back Seat for Caesar on McKinley’s Greatness

New York hosts the War Veterans Association anniversary at Grace Methodist Episcopal Church where Bishop C il Yowler praises President McKinley. He credits him with paying the penalty of greatness and tracing McKinley’s lineage to early Irish kings. He asserts McKinley’s greatness surpasses Carsat, who would take a back seat.

Associated Press New York Grace Methodist Episcopal Church C. Il. Yowler McKinley Lincoln Garfield All Ireland Down Carsat

Democrats of Thirteenth Indiana district convene in Plymouth

Democrats from St Joseph Starke Pulaski Marshall Fulton and Elkhart counties met in Plymouth Indiana to nominate Prof Frank Jiering of Notre Dame to run against Congressman Ayl L Brick in the race for the Thirteenth Indiana district.

Bulletin Press Association Plymouth Ind Indiana St. Joseph Starke Pulaski Marshall Fulton Elkhart Frank 2. Jiering Notre Dame University Ay l L. Brick

Miners Idle Over Union Recognition in Rochester Strike

Ten thousand bituminous coal miners in the Rochester and Mitts burg region idle. They demand recognition of the miners' union signaling a long conflict. In Chicago builders strike, carriers and laborers reject an agreed wage rise and an agent’s pledge not to strike. A stormy meeting ends with plans to strike. 1,000 workers may be affected. Stamford greenswich and Port Chester painters walk out over contract terms, demanding union nonmember work ban. later the union accepts the builder’s compromise and the strike ends.

Associated Press Dubois Rochester and Mittsburg Coal and Iron Company Cincago Chicago Hil Herman Lilien Mr. Litten Granti Mg Lillen Lillern Stamford Conn Greenwich Port Chester Builders’ Association Master Builders’association Building Trades Counsess

Never Felt Better Ends In Tragic Train Depot Death

Minneapolis April 2. L. E. Parsons after telling friends he had gained ten pounds on a New York trip and never felt better collapsed at Union depot last night. A daughter accompanied him as he waited for a return train to Grand Forks. He dropped to the depot floor and died without regaining consciousness.

Associated Press Minneapolis Minn New York L. E. Parsons Union Depot

Murderer Fired House Fire Ends in Tragedy in Portland

AP reports a two story Portland home on Taylor Street near Second caught fire last evening. Firemen found Lin Hung, a Chinese woman, dead in bed with her throat cut. Dr. Lee Po Tei, her alleged lover, was arrested on suspicion of murder.

iBy Associated Press Portland Ore Taylor Street Second Enterton Lin Lee Po Tei

Messmer Not Appointed Archbishop of Manilla

Wisconsin special reports from Green Bay that Bishop Messmer of Green Bay will not be appointed archbishop of Manilla Philippines. A telegram from Mar Satalu states no appointment has been made and none will be for the present.

Northwestern Milwaukee Wis Wisconsin Green Bay Messmer Manilla Philippine Islands Mar. Satalu Lishhop

Postal Currency Plan Discussed by 6 Government Officials

Three officials from the Post Office Department and three from the Treasury Department meet to study a postal currency. The current plan envisions a small email currency replacing one and two dollar bills to enable quick transfer of small sums. Notes would be payable only at the designated place by the purchaser.

Associated Press Washington Nv. C Post Ofice Department Treasury Department Tme

Talmage A Sick Man

A Washington report states Rev Dewlit Talmage’s condition has remained unchanged for two days. Family members have been advised any improvement will be very slow and may be alternately required.

Presay Washington, BD. C Dewlit Talmare Ik Pirchciana

Scandal at Wheeling Indicts Ten Over Alleged Rail Probe

Wheeling West Virginia April 2 A special grand jury session ended with ten councilmen indicted for forming a combine to solicit cash from a railroad for a proposed ordinance. The probe also uncovered other scandals to be examined.

Presa Wheeling W. Va Grant Jury Iday Witcharee Shest Railway Pase Inc

Athens Steamer Wrecked Near Punta Arenas

The Athens steamer, under Captain Jones, was wrecked March 22 north of Case Tar, Chile, with eleven lives lost. The captain and the crew perished. survivors rescued at Punta Arenas.

Montevilen Urasnay Aritaeh Athens Jones Case Tar Cail Punta Arenas

President elevates several officers to brigadier general

Washington April 2 The president today announced promotions in the regular army. Major General RP Franges and Col. Isaac D Peruy were advanced to brigadier general along with Col. Andrew S Bor and Col. M. W. Sheridan to brigadier general to fill vacancies created by retirements and other separations.

Associated Press Washington, D.C Aris RP Ftaghes Isaac D PeRuay Andrew S Bor M. VV. Sheridan

Philadelphia Murder Suspect Held for Coroner Action

William Lang, charged with killing Mrs Elia J Furbush and daughter Madeline and fatally wounding Eloise Furbush, was held today awaiting coroner action. He offered no remorse, saying they deserved to die. Blaine’s condition remained poor with little hope of recovery. Charles A Furbush, husband of the murdered woman, remained at the crime scene as officers guarded him, not ready to speak.

Associated Press Philadelphia William Lang Elia J. Furbush Madeline Eloise Furbush Lane Blaine Charles A. Furbush Ella Jurden Promis

Many Bills Passed In Senate And House Actions

Washington date April 2 reports show rapid passage of bills. Relief for Smith Meyer and Pelse tied to plans for a congressional library building. Other acts authorize railway bridge, retirement admiral appointment, land patents, traffic bridge Savannah Hutchinson Island, land title in South Dakota, discharge certificate, cemetery lot transfer, ordnance to Indian veterans, condemned cannon for MacComb statue, claims reimbursement, miners home near Salt Lake City, and pension provisions. House proceeds with sundry civil appropriation bills, national parks items prompt discussion and a plan for consolidating park commissions next congress.

Associated Press Washington, D. C Senate Jonn L. Smith Meyer Paul J. Pelse Congressional Library United States District Court Winston N.C White River Railway Company White River Arkansas John Russell Bertlett Hest Navy Basin City Wyo Savannah River Savannah Hutchinson Iand Chatham County South Dakota A. W. Huntley Woodland Cemetery Quincy Secretary of War Detroit Mich Alexander MacComb U. S United States Spain Salt Lake Utah Batley Texas Maddox Georgia Committee On Appropriations Congress

Primogeniture Law to be Heard by State Supreme Court

The case Bem-Way-Bin-Xess et al v Ezra Eshelby centers on whether primogeniture applies to land once owned in absolute fee by a Chippewa Indian. Moose Tongue received 653 acres at Thiet River mouth. after his death the US Supreme Court ruled his son could leave the land, applying primogeniture. The petition asks whether tribal heirs can recover under descent rules, with Eshelby seeking to bar proceedings via writ of prohibition.

Guy Associated Press St. Paul Minn United States Supreme Court State Supreme Court Bem-Way-Bin-Xess Ezra Eshelby Moos Tongue Thiet River Falls Yeo Eehethby Rem-Way-Rin-Nese Moose Tongue District

Train wreck near Barberton kills soldiers in colonial region

Reports from Tuesday describe a Barbert on to Barberton wreck where a British Hampire regiment unit suffered 39 dead and 45 wounded as the train derailed on a down grade. Lord Kitchener calls the incident accidental after the engine and five cars jumped the track and exploded following a high speed slide.

Barberton Trancenal Colony Saidiere Hampsire Lord Kitchener

Cholera Toll Rises in Manila by April Noon

Manila reports up to noon on April 2, 117 cholera cases and 73 deaths. The Daily Associated Press notes the rapid spread of the disease in the city, with health officials rushing to contain outbreaks and treat patients amid mounting fatalities.

Durfee Pardoned After War Department Action

Mattoon Illinois April 2 Former State Senator Isaac B Crain reports that Lieut Oscar S Durfee has been pardoned by the War Department He was a volunteer in the Spanish American War and later managed the San Fernandino railway in Cuba He was accused in 1900 of embezzling 24200 in government funds and after advocacy by Senator Allison and others Secretary Root ordered a review leading to the pardon He is married with four children living in the city.

Washington, D. C Durfee Mattoon Jil Oshkosh War Department Ofiichila Cuba Fe Ds Tlayuana David Ey Associated Press Isaac B. Crain Washington Ozcar S. Durfee San Fernandino and Jucaro Crain United States Allison Iowa Root Puerto Principe

Detecting Blackmail in New York Police Department

Mayor Low voiced strong support for Police Commissioner Partridge saying he has unabated confidence and that the system of blackmail in the police department is nearer to legal detection and overthrow than ever before. He cited perfect understanding and cooperation among the mayor, the commissioner, and the district attorney of New York County.

New York Low Partridge New York County

Steel car wheel plant to be built at Bethlehem

An experimental plant costing several million dollars will be built at Bethlehem Steel works. President Schwab of United States Steel and ex-Pressed Steel Car chief Charles T Schoen will oversee the project to manufacture pressed steel car wheels. Machinery work has begun.

iBy Associated Press New York Bethlehem

Death by self-inflicted gunshot tied to foot in Appleton

Edward G. Weimar, long-time Appleton resident active in local politics, died yesterday afternoon after shooting himself through the heart with an old shotgun tied to his foot. A boarder at 1 West College Avenue hotel was robbed of about 30 dollars while asleep, the money taken from his clothes.

Appleton Wis Edward G. Welmar Weimar West College Avenue

Luncheon Dons for Jury of Women Causes Curious Court Debate

In a Brooklyn Eagle snippet from a 1898 case, twelve women serving on a jury were locked in a jury room. They demanded a substantial luncheon before continuing deliberations. The prosecution offered to pay. the defense supported the idea. The judge consented to a grand luncheon to aid justice. The event sparked jokes about money and time.

Attesner Shell Rome Cine Brooklyn Eagle

Love of Sweetheart in Honduras Mystery

William Schrieber, missing since October 1990 on charges of misappropriating $128,000 from Elizabethport Banking, is reported in Honduras. A letter says he farms bananas and ships them back, claiming he is well and hopes to return to repay the bank. He says he was short only $11,000 and sought details of his sweetheart’s death in this city months ago.

Associated Views New York William Schrieber Elizabethport Banking Company Honduras Bern Schrieber Baranay hia sweet+ heart

Rand Appointed Confidential Secretary to Postmaster General

Washington April 2 Associated Press Rand of Milwaukee Wisconsin was named confidential secretary to the postmaster general. It was understood he had been an applicant for the chief clerkship in the post office department under classified service exemption prior to civil service opposition, which prevented the change.

Associated Presa Washington, D. C H. MH. Rand Milwaukee Wis Apnon Postminster General Rand Wee Post Office Department Ebeeauw Civil Service Comralasion

Linemen Strike Against Oshkosh Electric Light & Power

Several linesmen initiated a strike at Oshkosh Electric Light & Power demanding higher wages. About ten to two dozen linemen and lamp trimmers walked out at ten this morning, while A E Thompson of the company said the strike does not hinder public service as enough workers remain to operate. The company noted fewer trimmers are needed due to new lamps requiring less service.

Oshkosh Electric Light & Power Company A. E. Thompson Thompson Iours

Weddings of Note Across Cities Today

New York reports the wedding of Minnie E Stone to Lt Swift W Martin at All Souls church with Capt M C Buckley as best man and bridesmaids including Isabella Martin and Gray. Norwich hosts Katherine Lucas Chambers and Francis George Hood in a ceremony led by Rev Dr Chambers and Dr Bruske. Greenwich sees Elisha Belcher Mead and Harriette Byne Bradford wed in a Second Congregational church ceremony. Washington notes Theodore G McGirr of the New York Athletic Club marrying Miles Trebecen Barbarian at St Patrick's church.

Bulletin Press Association New York Minnie E. Stone Charles Francis Stone Swift W. Martin Fourth United States Cavalry All Souls' Church Thomas R. Slicer Stone M. C. Buckley United States Artillery Isabella Martin Gray Sylvia Fleming Florence Meisner Dodge Peoria Norwich Katherine Lucas Chambers James Chambers Chambers Francis George Hood Saginaw. Mich Tiev Bruske Almacellex Mien Dufrene Nebraska Greenwich Conn Elisha Belcher Mead Standard OH Company Harriette Byne Bradford Samuel Bradford Brooklyn Second Congregational Church Washington, D. C Theodore G. McGirs New York Athletic Club Ceister Marriagio Tay Miles Trebecen Barbarian St. Patrick's Church

Man Hunt Shillingis in Lake View Riot

Citizens of Lake View joined a four man hunt last night intent on vengeance against a man who assaulted Margaret Murray. Miss Murray, now hospitalized with heart concussion, was the target of a revenge scheme described as a vigilante retribution. Participants returned at dawn discouraged after failing to locate the suspect.

Aresa Chicaze Lake View Margaret Murray Miss Murry

Election in Omro reshapes village ticket in local race

In Omro a village ticket battle ends with voters electing new leaders. The contest details names such as L Sullivan and George J. Wricht among trustees and officials. totals show a $15 tally and varied candidacies, while a separate obituary notes a woman who died after a long illness and a reflection on heritage.

Omes Vaherofaalar L. Sullivan Trojeven Independemi

MISS STONE STORY RETURNS TO AMERICA

Miss Stone returns from captivity and will address a London audience about her experiences. In New York, April 2 3 reports note she plans to depart for America Saturday but may delay. The Tribune notes Jeffords near London to address the American signatory.

Associated Vrars New York Stone Jtouw Yorrington Square Pope Philippines Philippine Rome Trivume Ag Tats Ater Henry White United States London George W. L. Meyer White Florence England Schaffer Submarine Department German Navy Navy Russa France Belgium Berlin Herald Germany PORTE Constantinople Macedonia Albania Allart Moscow M. Trepoff Jomes Vienna Lower Austria Amsterdam

Kessler Buys 10,000 Barrels Bourbon in Bourbon Market

Julius Kessler of Chicago has just purchased 10,000 barrels of Bourbon on the local market, raising his Kentucky holdings to 60,000 barrels. He acts independently of the Kentucky distilleries and warehouse company and aims for 75,000 barrels, fueling dealer bids and corner rumors as locals report scarce supply.

Associated Press Chicago Tribune Roulsville Julius Kessler Kentucky Kesstey Kentucky Distilleries and Warehouse Company Mr. Kessler

Chickamauga Address Memorial Moving at Cooper Union

Preparations are underway for a memorial moving at Cooper Union Hall next Thursday evening to honor John T. Altgeld and the important services of Til Nels Ernest J. Crosby will preside. Clair ence S. Darrow of Chicago will deliver the original address. A feature will be the trading of the Chickamauga address used on the battlefield by Governor Altgeld at the dedication.

Associated Press New York Cooper Union Hall Jonn TP. Altesld Soremnor Tilnels Ernest JI Crosby Clairence S. Darrow Chicago Chickamaugxa Altgeld

Dead number sixteen death toll from Dayton disaster

Fragmentary telegraph style report notes sixteen killed and many injured in Dayton incident. Mentions widows and survivors, unclear causes, and evolving death toll. Court and public notices referenced, with scattered weather and timing details.

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