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Oshkosh Daily Northwestern

Location

Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Aug 11, 1923

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Advocates Plead Coal and Farmers Problem

President Coolidge states he will carry forward Harding policies including world court involvement. He plans no extra session of Congress and stays in Washington, moving to the White House. Cabinet meeting held. pressure grows for immediate action on farmers markets and coal issue.

United Press White House Willard Hotel Washington, D. C Goolidge President Harding Harding Gill World Court Coe Inge Coolidze Cogudze Congress Massachusetts Washington Wihnute House Willard Calvin Coolidge Associated Press Washington, D._ C Coolidge Marion Bern

Gas price war sparks rush to filling stations

United Press reports South Dakota battles a gas price cut as 11 cent fuel draws crowds and joy rides. Governors and operators clash over supplies and timing, while farmers rush to stockpile and stations paint prices in red to signal discounts amid a looming supply squeeze.

United Press Mitchell, & Co South Dakota Sigma McMaster Pierre Mitchell

Famous Painter Dies After Long Illness

The renowned Spanish painter Madrid Joacquin Sorgilz F Bacu da died last night following a lengthy illness. Born in Valencia in 1863, he established a prominent career across Europe and influenced modern Spanish art. Funeral arrangements have not yet been announced.

Associated Prees Madrid Joacquin Sorgilz F Bacuda Valencia

Massachusetts Takes Political Leadership Nationwide

The piece argues Massachusetts holds unprecedented national power in 1920s U S politics, noting key figures in the Coolidge administration and Congress. It highlights Calvin Coolidge as president, Frederick Gillette as House speaker, Henry Cabot Lodge influencing foreign relations, and others shaping war, education, and commerce policy from Massachusetts.

Massachusetts Calvin Coolidge House of Representatives Frederick HH. Gillett Senate Henry Gabot Lodge Cabiinet Secrrtary of War John W. Weeks United States Tariff Commission Thomas O. Marvin Senator Lodge Samuel Winslow House Interstate and Foreign Commerce Committee William §. Greene Frederick W.dallinger Simeon D. Fess Ship of State Calvin C. Coolidge Weeks Henry Cabot Lodge Thomas C. Marvin William S. Green House Merchant Marine Committee Interstate and Foreign Committee Frederick H. Gillette Star of Ohio Warren G. Harding Middle West New England

Sunday School Secluded Nook Sparks Controversy in Church

Dr Henry Trails of Trails New York told the Michigan Baptist assembly that Sunday schools should teach the science of lovemaking and provide a secluded nook for youths to court. His "Sweet Sixteen" address drew praise from some and sharp rebuke from others during the talk.

New York Ralowell Sass Oo Songer Rudolph Marc Henry EB Trails Michigan Baptist Assembly Dr. Tralies

Schlerf Named Acting Postmaster in Oshkosh Wisconsin

The Post Office Department announced Ernest P. G. Schierf as acting postmaster of Oshkosh Wisconsin on April 23. The appointment comes from United Press reports in Washington D C.

Schlerf Oshkosh United Press Washington, D. C Ernest P. G. Schierf Wiseiletine Post Office Department

Kidnapped Messenger Robbed of $6000 in Chicago Area

A 17 year old patrol messenger for Elora Sineck company was abducted from two crowded elevated stations and forced to surrender $6000. He was placed in a car and later dumped some distance away by two bandits. Police report no injuries.

United Preag Chicago Nelson Campbell Elora Sineck Company Wes

Mexico to favor manual training over arts and sciences

A report from Mexico City notes a storming of executive offices by applicants for government posts, triggering General Alles and a presidential possibility for 1824 to push for more manual training and fewer arts and science schools.

Mexico City Alles Mexico

National Guardsmen Prepare for Final Camp Activities at Douglas Field

Camp Douglas Wis National guardsmen from the 120th and 121st field artillery and the 32nd invasion trains wrapped up training as their period ends Monday. A review at 4 PM honors Maj Gen William G Haun overseas veteran commander. Thirteen-gun salute greeted his arrival this morning. Government pay distributed tonight ahead of religious exercises tomorrow and camp break Monday.

W. G. Haans Associated Press Camp Douglas Wis National Reid Wiliam G. Haan Tturt Seconddivision

French policy in Tre Rhineland takes labor exchange building

Mayence authorities report French military forces took possession of the labor exchange building and began a policy prohibiting unemployment indemnity payments and offering no work to applicants under French and Belgian control. Officials say the policy will soon spread across the Rhineland.

Associated Press

Building Permits Show July Activity Across Cities

Reports indicate ongoing construction momentum with July permits totaling significant values. Associated press notes extensive building activity, citing SW Straus & Co investment bankers in Chicago.

Associated Press Chicago S W. Straus & Co Todas

Grand Opera Tax Heated by Atlanta Legislature

Atlanta lawmakers debated a $2,500 tax on grand opera aimed at funding annual performances. Critics called the levy a luxury tax targeting the “rolling, diamond-wearing” crowd, while supporters framed the opera as an educational cultural proposition funded by guarantors.

United Press Atlanta House of the Legislature Pope Metropolitan Grand Opera Grand Opera

Can't Swerve Him From Right

Prescient Coolings is quiet yet inflexible in pursuing what he deems right. A New York finageler audience praises the president, noting his background and contacts prevent fanaticism. Directors at Allis Chalmers lauded his restraint and seriousness.

United Press Milwaukee United States New York Allis Chalmers Company Col. Caries Hayden Hayden Stone & Co R. G. Hutchins, Jr Hall, Garten & Co John H. McCiement Arthur W. Butler Butler,Herrick & Marstall Arthur Coppell Miland, Coppel & Co

Officials of nation meet with Harding for last time

Marion today mourned Warren G. Harding as crowds gathered to pay last respects to the late president. The funeral group included Calvin Coolidge and Chief Justice Taft, with a mausoleum planned near his birthplace and burial site. The events shifted Marion’s prominence to Northampton Mass as the new focus.

Associated Press Marion Giene Htt Warren G. Harding United States Nitir Northhampton Mass Calvin Coolidges Mra. Haring Harding de. Harding Frealdent Coolidge Taft

Gas price drop ignites rush of North Dakota drivers

Aberdeen reports gas price cuts to 16 to 19 cents a gallon sparking a large influx of North Dakota motorists and joy riders heading to the city. Governor McMaster moves to buy and sell gasoline at 18 cents, while dealers sell amid reduced rates and chaotic demand.

United Press Aberdeen S. DB Deater Fantkton Pierre Standard McMaster National Refining Company

Bronze medallion of President Harding to be cast by mint

Washington D C Associated Press report says director Scohey ordered Philadelphia mint to produce a bronze medallion of President Harding. The piece will feature his relief and on the reverse the dates of birth inauguration and death. Each medallion will sell for 1.52 dollars.

President Harding Associated Press Washington, D. C Scohey Mint Today Philadelphia Mint Harding

Seven Prisoners Captured After Moonshine Bust

Deputy sheriffs from Foard and Aspery seized seven men and six moonshine stills after a chase from Cockerill's Fork along Lost Creek. Moonshiners exchanged fire but no injuries reported as the party returned to Hazard. Rumors of a trap or casualties were denied.

Freas Aspery Cockerill's Fork Lost Creek Prohibition Hazard

Masked flogging sprees prompt governor action in Georgia and Oklahoma

Reports from Macon Georgia and Tulsa Oklahoma describe multiple victims of masked flogging. Governor Walker orders state investigations and potential martial law where local authorities cannot maintain order as four beatings in Macon are confirmed and Oklahoma authorities probe Nathan Hantman case amid broader abuse reports.

Associated Press Atlanta Macon Walker Mae Rom Boho Ollie M. Peary Gus Roberts Perry J. B. Goodyear United Press Oklahoma City Olly Jr. Wrton Tulsa

Ohio Republicans Worried Over 1924 Nomination Support

Ohio GOPers, fond of Harding loyalists, expect to back Calvin Coolidge for the 1924 nomination. Carrit Thompson of Cleveland leads Ohio efforts to secure the state's 24 votes, with allies like Jake Gailligher and Senator Foss backing Coolidge as the logical successor.

Earl Johnson United Press Columbus Ohio Calvin Coolidoe GO. P Harding Coolidge Marion Carrit Thompson Cleveland Thompson Coolidee Hewat Cassage Hooster Inns Coolitze Warren G. Harding Washington Jake Gailligher Senatore Foss Willie Staunch Barding Calvin Cosildse Baurhestr Prosdire

Forest Fire Near Berry Lake Threatens Summer Homes

A forest fire near Berry Lake menaced summer homes as firefighters, volunteers, and horses aided the strenuous effort in a desperate fight reported to reach the city. The blaze threatened several properties and required rapid action to prevent losses.

Berry Lake Associated Press Mennsha Wis Daz

Cave-in and fire cause big damage in Winona

Fire and a cave-in at the J. R. Watkins company manufacturing complex in Winona caused extensive damage. An overloaded storage stack allegedly broke a third floor and collapsed to the basement, with damage estimated between 75 000 and 90 000 dollars.

Associated Press Winona Minn J. R. Watkins Company Litva

Chicago River Turned Back by Big Storm

Chicago flooded by heavy rains and electrical storm losses with two people electrocuted. Chicago River rerouted by drainage canal gates opened at Lockport to prevent backflow into Lake Michigan. Wires damaged. streetcars and subways flooded. basements inundated. tornadoes reported in Dakota with damage near Bismarck and Dawson.

Chicago Lake Michi-gan Lockport Anma Gastein Dakota Bismarck Kidder County Here Dawson

Iowa Governor to Fight High Gasoline Prices

Des Moines Iowa. Governor X B Kendall expresses interest in joining a movement to reduce gasoline prices. He plans to study South Dakota actions and bases for those measures as a possible model for Iowa, depending on statutory surveys and wartime context.

Iowa Prian Des Mones X. B. Kendall South Dalots

Family Reunion Held in Poygan Wis

Special in The Soctimestern Poygan Wisconsin reports Mr and Mrs T C Flanniwan hosted a family reunion at their Poygan home Sunday with guests Omro W I Tritt Poygan M Wikimason and sons Mr and Mrs Ray Fuller and sons Norman and Robert H T Wilkinson and sons Lawsonge and Cordun Oshkosh Victor Grutzmacher and Charles Flanulan Ripon. A three course dinner was served and the home was attractively decorated with flowers.

Poygan Wis T. C. Flanniwan Poyran Law Robert H. T. Wilkinson Lawsonge Cordun Att Oshkosh Cates Victor Grutzmacher Charles Flanulan Ripon

Weather and Roads Snapshot from AP Dispatch

Oshkosh clear and warm. Milwaukee, Sheboygan, Manitowoc cloudy and cool with roads falling. Kenosha partly warm. Janesville clear. Green Bay clear with good roads. Superior cloudy and cold with excellent roads. Racine rainy with soft roads. La Crosse fair and cool with good roads. Madison rain all night then clearing. Ironwood clear and cool with good roads. Appleton warm with fine roads.

Associated Press Oshkosh Milwaukee Sheboygan Manitowoc Kenouha Janessie Green Bay Waucau Racine Clowdy la Croese Madison Appleton Cisar

Cuno government faces collapse as Socialists call for retirement

Berlin reports indicate a united socialist caucus adopted a resolution withdrawing confidence from Chancellor Cuno. Berlin crowds on Constitution Day contrasted with tense police presence as talks suggest a new government led by Gustav Stresemann is possible. The vote in the Reichstag backed emergency taxes but highlighted the government’s failure to act on relief. The crisis stems from food shortages and rising prices, hitting workers hard amid political upheaval.

Associated Press Berlin United Socialists Cuno Ebert Reichstag Ns Nrobabie Gustav Stresempann German People's Party People's Party Democrats Wea Berlin

Local Showers and Thunder Expected Across Regions

Weather brief notes unsettled with local thunder showers possible this afternoon and tonight. Sunday brings cooler temperatures to western portions with fair conditions possible in eastern areas and scattered showers lingering in central regions.

Wiscontin Sontbrast Seth Partvan Sun Lane Sundar Ara Tentral Eavier South Pakats Associated Press Washington, D. C

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