14 Aug 1912
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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1912
Page
1
Washington Aug 14 Taft vetoed the steel tariff bill arguing it raises revenue only and ignores protection for American industries. He criticizes hurried drafting and calls for non partisan study by a tariff board. House quickly votes to override, Senate unlikely to act.
Special Commissioner Lores with U S and British consuls left Iquitos for the Potamayo rubber district to investigate reported atrocities. The trip aims to document abuses and assess accountability in the region.
Auburn August 14. John Marussewski of Cheektowage New York died in the electric chair this morning. He had shot or killed Patrolman Charles E Shaffer and Frank Kosac in Buffalo last Labor Day.
Mrs Madeline Astor gives birth to a son named John Jacob Astor at 8 15 this morning. The infant becomes heir to a fortune of 4 million dollars with detailed will provisions ensuring equal shares for surviving children. The birth follows the Titanic tragedy where John Jacob Astor perished.
The senate repassed the pension appropriation bill with a provision to abolish all pension agencies by February 1 1918 and the house is expected to approve. Thousands of veterans may be relieved as funds run short and delays in the deficiency bill jeopardize regular pay across posts. The paymaster general indicated some funds could be disbursed if the deficiency bill is not enacted soon.
Miss Marlea Bishop daughter of Dr and Mrs L A Bishop formerly led Brunot Hall Spokane music dept and is named director of the vocal department at Florida Woman's College Tallahassee a division of University of Florida She will begin in September with two assistants and will give state wide concerts while the college promotes itself through faculty concerts and tours.
Fragmentary text indicates Northern Lite Insurance and executives Gipevial and Dr W. 4. Fite involved in a credit scheme. Details unclear due to damaged OCR.
William Bruce McMaster American vice consul at Cartagena Colombia was killed. Dispatches say he was shot with unclear details and an investigation is under way. Officials note a prior self defense killing of a native and a past attack affecting relations with Colombian authorities.
In circuit court Judge Burr presided as a hearing began on a motion to extend the time to redeem property in Kiel v Oshkosh Builders' Supply. Attorneys Thompson and Rouch argued for the trustees. Williams and Eaton contended for the bankrupt firm and Kiel. The aim is to maximize creditor value, with a bid of 8000 dollars under consideration.
District Attorney Earl Rogers resumes his argument in the McNamara bribery case criticizing a plea deal. He labels the agreement a "hideous" compromise letting one defendant escape hanging and another serve a term, while others linked to The Times murder would go free if they stayed out of the country.
Charles F. Moll Milwaukee club business manager met Green Bay club president Murphy for several hours in Green Bay. A baseball deal was hinted to be announced before the week ends. Players Outfelder Smith and First Baseman Mollwitz have been performing well and may get Brewers opportunities.
William T Farley of Milwaukee known in the ring as William Egan and Kid Monroe faced federal grand jury charges alleging misuse of the mails. He was arrested on a complaint by his son in law William Tripp who says Farley sent obscene letters to Tripp's wife.
Eau Claire Med notice from the Citizens Loan and Building Company dissolves as of today. The banking closure affects local residents and creditors in Eau Claire Wisconsin with administrative steps to settle obligations and finalize affairs. Local authorities and officers oversee distribution of assets and discharge of duties related to the dissolution.
A Central American peace commission from the Cartage Rica court arrived at San Juan Del Sur and plans to move to Managua this afternoon to begin armistice negotiations with the belligerents. The advance party includes magistrates of the arbitration court and signals the start of formal talks.
New York officials uncover vast payoffs from gamblers and disorderly houses to police for protection. Tariffs vary by venue from 40 to 1,000 dollars monthly with inspectors' bank accounts running into hundreds of thousands. Indictments focus on murderers, while payments and names surface in grand jury testimony.
Milwaukee August 14 District Attorney Zabel questions the arrests in the West Allis assault case saying the men in custody may not be involved. He doubts the identifications made by wounded officer Haran and notes the accused, named Roma Peter John and Joe Mostaci, were held after positive hospital identifications of Roma. Wyatalevik’s condition remains serious with slight signs of recovery.
In Chicago on August 14, Mrs Florence Bernstein on trial for shooting her husband to death frequently threatened to blow his brains out according to testimony. Julius Glick, brother in law, testified she threatened to kill him after he refused to pay a thousand dollars for diamond earrings. Women spectators reacted emotionally as she entered the courtroom.
Mrs Edna G Hutt wife of artist Henry Hutt seeks an absolute divorce in Nevada court and custody of their child It is not believed Henry will contest The couple rose to notoriety two years ago after Mrs Hutt filed a New York separation suit charging cruelty with alimony and fees awarded pending trial The husband had retorted she was no longer an inspiration to him.
Washington Aug 14 the Democratic cotton tariff bill passed the Senate by 19 to The measure included an amendment repealing parts of the Catalin reciprocity act except the paper program. Progressive Republicans urged against the bill while La Follette and Kenyon supported substitutes drawn by the tariff board. The House had previously passed the wool tariff over Taft's veto, a result noted as under debate for Senate action.
An authoritative statement was issued today regarding the secret vote by federations of railway shop employees west of Chicago. The general strike vote failed by 451 votes as many members did not vote. In Brainerd unofficial reports say about eighty percent of shop employees opposed a sympathetic strike.
District Attorney Kubla of York travels to Hot Springs to fetch Sam I Schepps as a witness in the Hosenyval murder case. Schepps demands clearer identity than Rubin could provide, and Rubin recalls a prior New York gambling talk to watch Schepps’ return. The interview ends abruptly with Schepps indicating a desire to travel to New York with Whitman’s representative noted as Mabie. Rubin later visits Acting Mayor Pettit.
Green Bay August 14 Henry Goldman theater owner was arrested for overcrowding his moving picture house in violation of the city ordinance. He paid his fine and costs totaling a small amount. Police report this is the first arrest of its kind here and vow enforcement of the overcrowding ordinance.
A fragment notes that no New York police agents are present. Bernard Sandler, Schepps' attorney, is described as a special visitor today, indicating ongoing legal proceedings or consultation in the case.
Investigation into guardsmen losses at the Diamond Match plant after the encampment shows the company friendly to the Wisconsin Guard. Adjutant General Boardman says authorities are satisfied with the company, noting discharged men were not punished for attending camp. Captain Minning explains his pay and role changes, while officials praise the company’s support and call initial reports of job losses misleading.
Manitowoc Wis Aug 14 The Presbyterian church board formally accepted the resignation of Dr Edward Sheppley pastor after sensational charges brought by his wife following domestic trouble at home He is still in the city and may return to his previous study or profession no action has been taken to secure a new pastor
Wytheville Va Aug 14 Friel Allen accused of complicity in the Hilleville court house murder plead guilty after a trial in the regional court. The defendant admitted involvement in the crime and faced sentencing proceedings underway.
Insurance Commissioner Ekera departed for Wisconsin to arrange an audit of the Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Co of Sindison. State law requires periodic inspections of insurers, with the Northwestern previously examined five years ago. A team of auditors will conduct the review over an estimated four months.
Charles Dy Hilles arrives in Chicago to launch the Republican presidential drive with attacks on the Democratic Party and President Wilson. He downplays Roosevelt and the Progressives, plans to direct West and Indiana operations from Chicago and New York, while Roosevelt aides map a nationwide schedule from Sagamore Hill and Oyster Bay.
Negotiations between China and Tibet at Lhasa have stalled no longer, with a possible settlement on the horizon. Tibetan forces, once rebels against Chinese rule, faced months of siege until Chinese troops finally surrendered and began disarming in exchange for sustenance.
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