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Oshkosh Daily Northwestern

Location

Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Aug 07, 1908

Page

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Train wreck near Imboden leaves three dead and several injured

A Frisco passenger train No 266 derailed twelve miles east of Imboden Arkansas. The engine plunged down a twelve foot embankment, destroying mail baggage and smoking cars while a gas tank exploded burning the mail car. Three men died including Engineer Cooper and Fireman Lee Booker. Four others were seriously injured and several more lightly bruised. A separate auto crash near Philadelphia injured six, and an Albany blast victim died bringing total fatalities to three.

Associated Press Imboden Ark Here Engineer Cooper Memphis Tenn Lee Booker N. F. Overy Breil Chamberlain Hernbecker Wolf Clayton Philadelphia Lena Brown Albany John Harrison Millwaukee Avery Portable Lighting Company

Roosevelt Hosts Visitors Amid Campaign Talks At Sagamore Hill

President Roosevelt meets a dozen visitors at Sagamore Hill including O K Davis of The New York Times and Frank Hitchcock as talks on campaign finances national situation and New York politics unfold. Hitchcock downplays any official endorsement plans. Frank M Chapman also expected to arrive for an overnight stay.

Associated Press Oyster Bay N. Y Roosevelt O. K. Davis The New York Times Sagamore Hill War Wright Col Hugh L. Scott United States Military Academy West Point Frank Hitchcock Feaders Hughes Frank M. Chapman Wil

Taft Heads to Greenbrier Horse Show Drive

Willam H Taft with Mrs Taft Gen Clarence R Edwards and W Cameron Forbes leave Taft Virginia for a forty mile mountain drive to White Sulphur Springs West Virginia to attend the Greenbrier county horse show arriving about three this afternoon They plan to stay at the Greenbrier hotel until Monday and return Tuesday by train Also T J Ystview ambassador to Japan and Mr and Mrs Post Wheeler joined the same drive.

Associated Press Mot Springs Willam H. Taft Show Grounds Green Brier Hotel Taft T. J. 'Ystview United States Japan Post Wheeler

Minority stockholders seek removal of receiver in Strawboard case

In Chicago on August 7, minority stockholders of the American Strawboard and United Boxboard and Paper companies filed in the United States circuit court a petition to remove Sidney Mitchell as receiver. They allege Mitchell and associates manipulated affairs to place Strawboard under Boxboard control, defrauding minority holders. The petition claims Boxboard's stake in Strawboard violates Illinois law barring one corporation from owning stock in another.

Associated Press Chicago American Stra:board Company United Boxboard and Paper Company United States Circuit Court Sidney Mitchell Reeceiver Mitchell Strawboard Company Boxboard Company Barboard Company

Right Direction in Business Conditions Cited by Dun

A brief note reports cautious optimism from Dun on improving business conditions. The source highlights his measured outlook and a sense that trends are moving toward steadier growth.

Eagles Go on Jaunt to Seattle for Fraternal Convention

Nearly 1 000 members of the Fraternal Order of Eagles plus families boarded a Burlington train in Chicago for a four day convention in Seattle starting August 11. The itinerary lists stops at St Paul Butte Spokane and Denver and the trip will last fifteen days.

Associated Press Chicago Ill Order of Eagles Burlington Seattle St. Paul Butte Spokaine Denver

Castle quits Good 108 to campaign in Congress district

Land Commissioner F H Castle of Black Hilver Bulls resigned from his post after seeking vacation to campaign for Jenkins in his district and support Gen C H Russell in the Second District. The board, including Secretary Frear Treasurer Dahb and Attorney General Gilbert, accepted the resignation. Gilbert issued a legal opinion saying Castle can spend his vacation, while Frear and Dahb warned they would be responsible for his statements. Castle, in a later interview, defended his right to speak while not under civil service. He has served nineteen years at a salary of 3,800 annually.

Mailiton Wis F. OH. Fr. Castle Black Hilver Bulls Jenkins C. H. Russell Board of Commissioners Frear Treasur Dah Gilbert Tony Castle Civil Service Dabt Castile Civil Servicer Delat Severn Milwaukee Cshkhosh James B. Trottinian Mibwaukee Ik Qin Strangp Republica Nombine Qeaffies Haining Michigan Crown Menas Northwestern Stree Loman Messie Dail Freap Whern Beedle En Mentonad Davidson Agadnst Tee Rived Saackerru Trotzpan Wirmerbagn Winnebran Madison Man Mena

Mack Opens Headquarters in Chicago as Campaign Opens

The Democratic National Committee formally opened offices in Chicago with Norman Mack arriving to lead campaign planning. Mack called subcommittee heads to meet, planned to attend Bryan’s Lincoln notification, and pressed railroads for reduced rates similar to Taft’s notification. He held talks with Roger Sullivan and other party figures and sought railroad concessions through Western Passenger Association channels.

Associated Press Chicago Democratic National Committee Norman &. Mack Treaney Auditorium Mack National Committee Lincoln Macik Roger GC. Sullivan Lillness Huential Neb Central Passenger Association Taft Western Passenger Association Linncoln

Pasture Cows in Neenah Streets Stir City Hall Meeting

City officials and representatives of the W T H P Co met at Neenah city hall to discuss taxation of the company property here. Alderman Mertz reported cows on Hewitt Green Seventh and Lighth streets using streets as pastures with barb wire across thoroughfares. A second session will occur this afternoon with Menasha board of review present. The city attorney will report next Monday. The council also considers plans to plot burial grounds near Oak Hill cemetery with a $1500 appropriation easing the burial-space shortage. The clock in city hall tower may be repaired for public use. Repairs to the local lighting system by W T H L P Co cost $8000 to standardize power. Crossings on side tracks near Washington Monroe and Caroline streets are to be watched by Wisconsin Central. A social event note mentions a picnic at Mrs Amos at Biksood.

Northwestern Neenah Wis City Hall John T. Beggs Milwaukee Neenah Board of Review Menasha Board of Review Mertz Hewitt, Green Seventh Lighth Oakhill Cemetery Parks and Public Building Committee Croft L. H. Freeman Washington, Monroe Caroline Streets Winnines Man Canadian Pacific Railway Picific Coast States Canada Rowhd House Kent Canadian Pacific Ottawa Calgary Pacife Railway Hew Hoilermakers KamJoops

Cadets Suspended From West Point Over Hazing

Chaos over discipline as West Point suspends military cadets amid hazing allegations. Reports claim tensions rise as union actions and transportation strikes threaten operations and crop shipments. The article notes potential ripple effects on national security and regional logistics.

West Point

Charity Bequest From Mrs Lowry Disclosed In Will

Philadelphia notes report Mrs Anna J. Lowry of this city left nearly a million dollars to charity in her will. The bequest provides $800 for care of parrots and palsied relatives, funds for churches and missions, and a large trust for future use. Three of her servants receive substantial amounts and other institutions nationwide are named.

Associated Press Philadelphia Annia J. Lawey Ales Lawsy Wen Uushing Struiay United — States Pennsylvania Society For the Prevention Amerlein Mra. Lowry

Golden Jubilee Planned by Wend Du Lac Church

Plans unfold for St. Peter's Lutheran congregation in Fond du Lac Wisconsin to celebrate its golden jubilee. The church set a commemorative program and agenda for the milestone event scheduled a week after August 1.

Wend du Lac Fond du Lac Wis Sunéey St. Peter's Lutheran Ietory

Army shoot opens with divisions from all states

The annual Army shoot begins with teams from the United States Army divisions, including Cuba and the Philippines represented. Twelve medals, four gold and eight silver, await the top competitors as preliminary rounds start today with slow and rapid fire events planned through Thursday.

Associaed Pres Chiings Annn Army' Sha Sheridan Spud Cuba Phillipwics States Army Wil Hin

Body lies in state for Senator Allison in Dubuque

In Dubuque Iowa the body of Senator Allison lies in state this afternoon and tonight in the Allston home parlor. Delegations will attend until tomorrow afternoon as funeral ceremonies proceed with simple rites and a private burial planned.

BYT Associated Press Dubuque Allston Iowa Allison Bemnator Alison

Soakin rove that were enerat t night an ri and

Missouria and Kansas blamed for crop damage as reports tie heavy rains to ratna outbreaks. Officials cite weather and pests as factors harming harvests across the Midwest. Partial text limits full clarification of events and dates.

Kansas City Soakin

Bryan Talks With Mack During Nebraska Campaign Conference

In Fairview Nebraska on August 7 William J Bryan and Norman B Mack discussed campaign matters including logistics for a not yest announced event. A brass band serenaded Bryan and he rewarded the musicians with cigars after the visit and a brief audience with ex Senator Futigrew.

Associated Press Fairview Lincoln Neb Willam J. Bryan Nitin Norman B. Mack Mick Chlougy Jeairview Bryan Uryan Fegin Grown J. Joseph Futtigrew South Dakota Liryan Bryan Presenia

Convention committee delays report on constitution bylaws

Milwaukee August 7 The committee of nineteen on constitution and bylaws of the National Travelers' association of America appointed at yesterday's convention session is not yet ready to report. The panel worked most of last night and chances are favorable for several hours longer. The convention will not meet until the committee is ready.

Northwestern Milwaukee Wig Afedcration of America

Cardinal Gibbons improves after illness in Rome

Rome reports Cardinal Gibbons is much better this morning with symptoms of intestinal indisposition gone. He was taken ill on Wednesday at Castle Gandolfo and brought to Rome the next day. He slept well and his temperature is normal. The pope was informed of the improvement and expressed great pleasure. Many people have inquired about his health.

Ity Associated Press Rome Rus Cardinal Gibbons Castle Gandolfo

Strange to Stick Seeks Stay in Race for Lieutenant Governor

Oshkosh man declares he will remain in the race for lieutenant governor on the Republican ticket. He says he has not withdrawn and stands squarely on his own judgment. He cites personal independence and denies pressure from Trottman supporters, detailing his plans to continue his campaign in Wisconsin.

Oftman Berenda Witt Madinon

Fielding Extends Ten Day Window for Alamo Race

Dr Frederick J Fielding owner of the Alamo motor launch offers H C Doman ten days to repair the boat for a $1000 side bet. Doman says repairs impossible within ten days after a crank shaft fracture and engine damage. If the start is missed the forfeit is $600, and acceptance must come by Monday noon before Fielding sails.

Alamo Doman Frederick J. Fielding H. C. Homan Hia Dr. Fielding Mr. Doman Miet

Four Boys Arrested After Mason City Safe-Blow Plot Fight

A gang of five boys argued over plot details for blowing a Mason City bank safe. Four were captured at a hay mow and brought to jail. one escaped. Names include Frank White Henry Nelson Carl Shuckley and Ray Burgi with homes in Des Moines.

Associated Press St.Paul Minn Aug Mason City Frank White Henry Nelson Carl Shuckley Ray Burgi Des Moines E White Buregixs Commiat Bank

Turbulent Wisconsin GOP Intrigue Over Nomination

In Milwaukee Aug 7 the Wisconsin news reports a chaotic struggle within the Republican camp. Key figures including W R Pestalozzi, Julia Strange, John Strange and A T Rogers dispute support and candidate strategy for governor and state tickets amid cross party tensions and alleged pressure to influence ballots.

Associated Press Bia Senate Cooke John Strange Winnebago County Cook Strange Halton Moe Gavern Stephenson & Cook

Painters Choose Madison as Convention Site

A special from Milwaukee reports Madison was selected as the meeting place for the State Painters Convention. Officers elected include President EF W Dupke and Vice President Benjamin Fe Munts from Madison, with other officers to be announced.

Northwestern Milwaukee Wis Yeloitsaya Madison EF. W. Dupke View Benjamin Fe Munts Madisen Etary Ireage Leynart Forester Mibwaukee

Murder attempt fails in Bloomington political feud

Unsuccessful gun attack targets Joseph Landis, a socialite candidate for state senate in Bloomington. Prosecutor William Sacks reports Landis arrested and connected to a bitter newspaper controversy fueling the incident.

Associated Press Bloomington Joseph Landis Ean~ Bese Willam Bod Landis Alfie

Mother Stewart Dies in Hicksont Night

Eliza beth M. Stewart known nationwide as Mother Stewart, temperance figure, dies at her Hicksont home. In other news Conrad Tranglitz and Herman Harmman plead not guilty to assault and battery on Henry Moor in West Alsoa, trial set for August 13. Clinton Waddell injured after a fall from a roof at 273 High Street. taken home to 9% Boyd Street with back and ankle injuries.

Conrad Tranglitz Herman Harmman Henry Moor West Alsoa High Street Clinton Waddell Boyd Street Waddell

Wisconsin Forecast and Bun Bun Day Note

Forecase for Wisconsin calls for generally fair weather tonight and Saturday. It will be cooler tonight with a light breeze. A playful Bun Bun Day mention is included with no additional details.

Wisconsin Cranberry Sam IRB

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