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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1925
Page
6
A fragmented defense of a proposed growth plan appears in a city planning discussion. Analysts debate zoning, development density, and infrastructure needs while residents express mixed concerns about traffic and school capacity.
The plan outlines a large scale future program for St Vincent's Catholic church and parish complex. It includes a new school and sister's home built with red brick, heating the entire group, and a total cost exceeding 445,000 dollars. Financing is led by Rev Aloys Rating with the church guiding state building projects.
Dahkesh united of the National grand seeks entries for a valley wide pistol shoot near Fox River. Teams from Chickerh Keen far Waupaca Anpletost Fend Neenahs Menasha will compete on the Oshkosh range with Brig. Gen. Charles R. King, honorary patron, and Capt. H. Replinger leading local organizers.
Local reports describe a lively scene as Republican delegates arrive in Oshkosh for the convention. Milwaukee leaders push William L Pieplow as a possible dark horse nominee while crowds gather at hotel lobbies and main streets to discuss his prospects and engage in spirited conversations about the race. Senator Irvine L Lenroot also arrives, attracting attention from attendees and local residents.
A dubious ad promotes a homemade skin whitening mix using two lemons and three ounces of Drenant White sold by druggists for a few cents. It claims to whiten, soften, and beautify skin with a fragrant lotion for face and hands, warning that it must be prepared by the user and cannot be bought ready to use.
Delegates and leaders moved between hotel and campaign headquarters on Main Street as discussions shaped committee decisions. Roy Wilcox led a late arrival visit, while Wallace Ingalls opened campaign hub and John G. Thompson’s name circulated among supporters. William J. Campbell was praised for organizing a large Republican rally amid late night talks and flag motifs along the streets.
Advertisement touts McCay's Cod Liver Oil Compound Tablets as a simple way to add pounds and improve health for thin people. Claims include a nearby druggist endorsement, a money back guarantee if not gaining weight in 30 days, and examples of gains in adults and children.
A dated advertisement touts Dave's Mentha-Pepsin as a superior stomach remedy, claiming rapid relief for indigestion heartburn and gastritis. Testimonial from Calvin Dilks supports its efficacy with a money back guarantee.
Demand for labor is high across crops in Winnebago county with farmers eager to harvest. Murt Maione, superintendent of the free employment bureau, notes many men needed for harvesting and general farm work while women are sought for maid and domestic positions. Last week 61 men and 30 women registered. 53 men and 19 women secured work. The bureau logged 65 calls for men and 21 for women with 60 men and 27 women recommended.
Bek Aura Hutchinson of Chicago visits Mia CW Bowron at 422 Jackson Drive Frank W Schneider county clerk of court attends Ells convention in Superior Miss Alma M L Mertz has returned to Mil Teshe nursing in the city Mrs Dave Howard of Orlando Florida visiting at 681 Jemerson avenue Miss Nera Schroeder Eureka and Miss Jean Osrender Omaha deputy county clerk depart for Los Angeles for vacation Mrs Margaret Pietl Oshkosh recently played a violin solo at Sacra Heart Amarillo Texas Mrs Nicholas Pietana to perform again next Sunny Bay relatives note an uncle and aunt Mr James R Fyson Amarillo
Capt A G Dinsmore, 82, a Civil War veteran and former Soldiers Home quartermaster, attends Wisconsin Republican convention in Oshkosh. He has voted for every GOP presidential candidate since 1856 after backing Free Soil earlier, calling himself a Lincoln Republican and stressing unwavering party principles.
Robert Farrell pleaded guilty to speeding on Algoma Boulevard. His trial was set for August 7 at 2 o'clock and he was released on his recognizance. Eric Bittner and Nathan Peterman also pleaded guilty to speeding on Algoma Boulevard and each received a fine of 10 dollars and costs.
A cryptic plea repeats the phrase Stop Asthma Torture Now amid garbled text, offering no clear facts or names. The fragment provides no verifiable events, organizations, or dates to summarize into a coherent news item.
An old advertisement promises quick relief from varicose veins and eczema using Emerald Oil from Mueller Potter Drug Co. Claims weeks of cure shortened to days with nightly applications. Encourages readers to buy at pharmacies and notes weather remarks following the ad.
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