Confusion Reigns In Capitol As Labors End
Madison Aug 14 The Wisconsin legislature adjourned after passing the emergency appropriation bill and approving acts on nurses state aid and mothers pension. The body, amid confusion and last minute actions, approved salaries, tax provisions, and a legislative budget board while members rushed to depart for trains. Assemblyman A C Krembs of Portage was noted among recent misfortunes affecting lawmakers.
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Wis
Senate
Assemblyman
Hedding
Milwaukee County
Bosshard
Assembly
Laing
Caldwell
Burke
Justice Marshall
Smith
Falk
Nelson Falk
Lake Mills
Srase Mad
Treisurer
Ptror
Philipp
Onsin
Capitol
Wisconsin Assembly in Turmoil as Members Suffer Spates of Accidents
A chaotic scene in the Wisconsin Assembly sees legislator injuries from a trick donkey and falls on Capitol steps. Others, including Cyrus L. Lathrop, D. J. Vincent, F. L. Prescott, and George E. Scot, face serious health crises or personal misfortune. One member, Chris Paulus, dies by suicide amid financial strain.
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Mr. Brembs
Assemblrman
Cyrus L. Lathrop
Waukesha
Capitol Steps
WU Health
Assemblrman A
Frederick
Asburg
House In
D. J. Vincent
Kenosha
Bill Fle
F. L. Prescott
Milwaukee
Madison
George E. Scot
Madison General Hospital
Scat
Prairie Farm
Fond du Lac Bill Passes in Wisconsin Senate
Madison August 13 The senate passed the Kellogg bill allowing the Fond du Lac superior court to hold branch sessions at Ripon and Waupun. Assemblyman Pieper spoke on a dam bill at the request of Dunn county. Other measures were sent to third reading or carried in conference. D Griswold named to state fair advisory board. Action on nurses bill deferred. Senate and conference members listed.
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Wis
Senate
Superior Court
Fond du Lac
Ripon
Waupun
Pieper
Menomonie
Dunn County Board
House
State Tax Commission
Assembly
D. Griswold
West Salem
Goernor Philipp
State Fair Advisory Board
Bichler
Whitman ‘Dhl
Action J
Whit- Mian, Baxter and
Skogmo
Ripon Rector Resigns Amid Health and Climate Hope
Ripon Wisconsin August reports Rev A C Chapman of St Peter's Episcopal Church resigns as rector to take effect in September due to long term ill health. He led the parish for nine and a half years the longest tenure among church leaders. Also noted the city tax commission completes a new bookkeeping system and the marriage of Grace Bennett and Robert E Freston at the groom's parents' home with Rev BR Preston officiating.
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Ripon
Wis
A. C. Chapman
St Peter's Episcopal Church
Chapman
St. Peter's
Preston
Northwestern University
Evanston, Ii
Fondra Lac
Frault Claire
French War Office Reports Fighting Near Artois and Argonne
Paris reports from the French War Office describe fighting in Artois north of Nariau and around a railway station with bombs and grenades. In Argonne, the enemy attacked along the front in the Marie Therese sector yesterday evening but was repulsed with noticeable losses. a renewed dawn attack was checked as the night remained quiet elsewhere.
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Paris
French War Office
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Narieu
Eee
Argonne
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Berlin
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Lins
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Petrograd
Warsaw
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Pew
Wil
Napoleon
Moscow
Amsterdam
Germany
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Dardanel
Rex
Bay of la
Gata Tepe
Sari Basir
Therjak
WAUKAU RESIDENT DIES IN WISCONSIN OBITUARY
Mary Pinkney Steele, wife of Charles Ie Steele, died in Waukau on Aug 14 after a long illness with anemia. Born April 13, 1835 in Juneau County, she moved to Waukau at age 14 and resided there. Survived by husband, two sons Eugene and Glen, and sister Mrs Martha ial. Funeral will be Monday at the home.
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Waukau
Wis
Mary Pinkney Steele
Charles Ie Steele
Juneau County
Steele
Eugene
Glen
Wankau
Martha Ial
Wanukau
Joseph Steele
Charles L. Steele
Oshkosh
Pan American appeal seeks Mexican leaders to restore government
A Pan American appeal to Mexican leaders and factions to restore peace moves to U S distribution. The plan aims to convince leaders to reestablish sovereignty and constitutional rule without outside aid, with translations to Spanish and delivery through Latin American missions. General Carranza faces pressure as U S officials and European powers show cautious support.
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Washington, D. C
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United States
State Department
Mexico
Carranza
Mexico City
Vera Cruz
Silliman
Scott
W Ho
Train. Crew Accused After Manitowoc Accident
In Manitowoc Wisconsin August 14 Joseph McDonald son of a Michigan farmer who worked on car ferries was killed early today in the Chicago and Northwestern yards. The body was mangled and a coroner's inquest is set. Rumors claim sensational developments may follow from the accident, the second in weeks in the same area. Crew carelessness is alleged.
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Northwestern
Manitowoc
Wis
Jozeph McDonald
Michigan
Chicago and Northwestern Railway Company
Mayor Kenkel Plans Superior Public Pool With Steam Heat
Appleton Wisconsin August 14 Mayor Joe Kenkel of Superior after a recall victory says a new public pool will be built beside the city hall and heated by steam from the municipal building. The pool will be the only such facility of its kind in the state and comes after his inspection of the concrete municipal pool in Appleton.
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Wis
Joe Kenkel
Superior
Lake Superior
England detains coal for Swedish navy
Stockholm reports Britain refuses to permit two shiploads of coal bought by a Swedish firm for the Swedish navy to leave England. The decision draws sharp Swedish criticism and dominates public attention.
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Associated Prec
Stockholm
England
Prem
Suffragists Celebrate Lucy Stone Blackwell Birthday
A large Massachusetts delegation led by Alice Stone Blackwell gathered at Copps Hill to honor Lucy Stone Blackwell on her 97th birthday. A bronze tablet was unveiled at her birthplace and a suffrage tree was planted by her daughter, Miss Blackwell.
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Associated Press
Worcester
Mass
Massachusetts
The
Suffrage Association
Alice Stone Blackwell
Cops Hill
Lucy Stone Blackwell
Pioneers Fragist
Miss Blackwell
Wind Flower Wins Third Class C Race At Northwestern Reatta
Wind Flower of Minnetonka edged seven rivals in a light wind shore race on Lake, finishing seven minutes ahead to earn third in Class C and move to 23 points toward the championship. Katrina, yesterday’s winner, finished second today with a total of 19 points after placing fifth yesterday. The wind shifted from southeast to southwest, turning the course into a broad reach and delaying Class A starts.
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Bulle B
Skip
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Charles H. Burras
Chicago
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Wallace Meier
Oshkosh
Harmen
Starter
J. T
Burglary Wave Hits Oshkosh Area With Family Targeted
Fewer than Appleton and Os hoshian residents report burglaries across Oshkosh. Two more break ins occurred last night raising the count to eleven in four weeks. J G Donahue, an insurance agent and former Elks leader, was among victims. His family connection to Oshkosh society is noted as police seek arrests.
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Appleton
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Basse
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Pat
Penahne
Hiram Maden
Kratz
Max
Woha G. Donahue
Manitawor
D. XN. Cameron
Mutual Life Insurancempanys
Tenoving
Manitewor
Oshkosh Judge of
Elks
Teflera
Mra’ T Donabne
Cari
W. Hollister
Oshkosh
Republica Cruiser Floated Expected After Grounding
The Portuguese cruiser Republica ran aground near Peniche south of Lisbon while en route to Oporto. Advices from Peniche say the vessel is not in danger and is expected to be floated at the next high tide after the crew disembarked.
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Republica Geen Agroand
Lisbon
Uby Ascuuated Press
Paris
Republica
Peniche
Oporto
Pentche
Yachts Round the Home Buoy in Northwestern Regatta Clash
In brisk opening races of the Northwestern Regatta, about a dozen yachts compete for prestigious cups. The Northwest scene shows Oshkosh Yacht Club Class A boats nose to nose near the home buoy as crews trim for windward advantage. The White Bear Tornado and Bray’s yacht clash in the foreground with La Belle II of Fond du Lac visible in the background.
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Northwestern Regatta Association
Inland Lake Yachting Association
Northwestern
Oshkosh Yacht Club
Purse Hoard Recovered From Eastland Ship
Three bushels of jewel purses and other personal property of Eastland disaster victims were recovered as the ship was brought to an even keel three weeks after the catastrophe. Engineers under federal supervision prepared to inspect the hold and ballast systems while pumping operations continued to remove remaining water.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Will Colow
Fire in San Salvador destroys half million in property
San Salvador capital suffered a major fire affecting about 500000 in losses. Reports from J. Hil of Baruch & Co. state his firm’s warehouse along with Papinit Brothers and Imberton & Co. were destroyed. The blaze, reported from San Francisco via cable, underscores extensive damage to multiple businesses.
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Associated Press
San Francisco
Cal
Salvador
J. Hil
Baruch & Co
Papinit Brothers
Imberton & Co
Ogden gateway case settles major passenger rate dispute
The Interstate Commerce Commission ruled on a key passenger rate controversy involving the Union Pacific and Oregon Short Line at Ogden. The decision addresses which railroad would handle through traffic and current fare parity, noting time, distance, and service advantages of the Union Pacific over routes via Denver and the Rio Grande.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
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Union Pacific
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Oregon Shore Line
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CAO Ufs
Idaho
Harlan
Omaha
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Rio Grande
Waukesha Depot Robbed by Young Bandit
A young man under twenty five robbed the Waukesha depot at gunpoint yesterday, taking 3123.62 from operators George F. Wright and J. J. McDonald. Wright, relieved by McDonald, was at the telegraph when the robber, wearing a cap and dark clothing, entered the post and ordered him to open the till. The bandit fled with the cash, leaving the station quiet.
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Wis
George F. P Wright
J. J. McDonald
Oelack
Wright
McDonald
Man found dead with knife wounds near Boulder Junction
Emly Robinson, a woodsman, was found fatally wounded in the rear of a warding booth at Boulder Junction this afternoon. Mett Kelley, last seen with him, is under arrest at Eagle River. The incident occurred in Rhinelander Wisconsin on August 14.
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Stern
Rhinelander
Wis
Emyl/ Robinson
Woodaman
Boulder Junction
Mett Kelley
Eagle Riv
Postmaster Appointments Tied to Wisconsin Michigan Towns
President Wilson today named Herman G. C. Schuette postmaster at Manitowoc Wisconsin and John Mera postmaster at Escanaba Michigan in a White House appointment notice. The orders mark changes in local federal service and reflect ongoing cabinet level patronage.
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Washington, DU. CO
Wilson
Herman GC Schuette
Manitea Ae Wis
John Mera
Ais Escanaba, Mich
Cardinal Denies Peace Move In Swiss Conference Report
Cardinal Gibbons at Southampton rejects London dispatches claiming a meeting of neutral cardinals and bishops in Switzerland to discuss peace plans. He states the morning paper’s description has no truth and says no official Vatican initiative exists. London reports mention invitations to Roman Catholic authorities in neutral countries, though not officially sanctioned.
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Aus
London
Y Connel
Easton
Macx
Switzerland
Cardinal Gibbons
Southampton
Rame
Vatican
Intervention Bad Folicy and Appointments Contfirme
Today's paper lists policy missteps and confirmed Philipp appointments amid a busy news slate. Regatta judges and photographs highlight aquatic events while lawmaker sessions, church services, and theater attractions fill out the day.
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Philipp
Oshketh
Gallipoli
2Veseas
Mexico
Auto bandits rob Leonard Seed cashier for 800 dollars
Four armed robbers held up the cashier of the Leonard Seed company in Chicago and escaped with 800 dollars. The incident occurred today as the bandits fled the scene after the robbery. No injuries reported.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Leonard Seed Company
Steady German advance east of Warsaw reported
The German drive from Warsaw pushes eastward across a 60 mile front as forces under Von Mackensen reach the Hadzen to Viedova line. Sokolow Siedlce and Lukow are reported occupied, creating a German front about fifty miles wide and nearing a possible pivot toward Erest-Litovsk.
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Merlin
Sekulow
Siedlee
Lukow
Warsaw
Malieun
Dardamelles
Uby Associated Press
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Petrograd
Berlin
Marshal von Mackenzen
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London
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Sokolow
Siedlce
Erest-Litovsk
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Nicholas
Mentef
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Scholz
Eichhorn
Flack
Cotton production uptick in the south and near normal exports
Washington August 14 report from the census bureau notes increased southern cotton manufacturing and heavy use of linters with nearly normal exports, countering expectations of wartime reduction in consumption and distribution.
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Associated Press
Washington, D.C
Awe
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