Peace Conference Progress in Russo Japanese Talks
From Portsmouth August 16 morning session of peace commissioners ends delayed, with article seven under discussion. Russia seeks concessions on Sakhalin, indemnity, and river/road access in Manchuria, while Japan demands gains for strategic sea power limits and warship demobilization. Talks hinge on final settlement of Port Arthur, rail links, and economic compensation as crisis nears.
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Br Associated Press
Portsmouth
Russia
Japan
Afr. Kresieretz
China
Port Arthur
Tsin
Berg
Amor
Wittetes
Ataaa- Churia
le Ray
Hurepe
Far East
Sakhalin
Tokio
Japanese Envoys Reach Washington Amid Armistice Talks
The report states Japanese envoys have arrived in Washington as settlements on the treaty bases advance. Leaders seek to expedite final details, hoping for a swift armistice if negotiations proceed, though distrust in Russian tactics colors the discussions.
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Roosevelt
Fever Work Intensifies as City Battles Yellow Fever
New Orleans reports show 42 fever cases in two hours with 29 from doctors and 13 reclassified by boards. Emergency hospital has treated 86 cases with 36 deaths, while three yellow fever cases appeared aboard the Sapphire quarantine. Indians among Esplanade saloon cases were transported to hospital after collapse.
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New Orleans
Merine Hospital
Wit
Doedors
Board of Health
Sapphire
Colon
Esplanade Avenue
Wes
Bayou Sale
Vicksburg
Miie
Buried in Quarry at Lehigh Port Land Cement Site
A devastating quarry accident at Ormrod near Lehigh Port land Cement mill left fifteen workers dead and many still buried. Rescue teams worked to recover bodies as heavy rains hampered efforts. Foremen reported all casualties among foreigners with teams pulling debris from the pit.
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Ormrod
Lehigh Portland Cement Company
HJ Killilea Injured In Train Collision
An Associated Press report from August 16 describes a collision between Cincinnati Hamilton and Dayton passenger train No. 31 and a Pennsylvania freight train near Cincinnati. The wreck destroyed two engines and caused minor injuries to four persons, with one other traveler reportedly able to continue to Milwaukee evening.
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Associated Press
Ind
Ween
Cincinneti
Hamilton
Dayton
Penneylvania
Cincinnati, Hamilton & Darien
Milwau
Unclear murder case near Appleton leaves questions
Special correspondence reports on a murder or possible suicide involving William Robio in Appleton Wisconsin. The narrative hints at motive, bullets, and a debated cause of death while noting related rumors about Robio’s finances and a linked death of Mrs C B in De Pere. The account suggests police and investigators will pursue a mystery from the prior winter.
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Wiliam Robio
Eloner
Appi
Sorne
Rohie
C. BB
DePere
Appleton
Postmasters Meet Sees Largest Convention Yet
Madison officials lead the Postmasters Association annual gathering with Keyes serving as president. Postmaster General Corteinau sent regrets and will be represented. An assistant postmaster general is expected to speak tomorrow. Congressmen Esch Jenk and Adams slated to address this afternoon.
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Br Keyes
Madison
Sociation
Moers
Ior
Corteiyau
An_assisia post asters
Esch
Jenk
Adams
Milwaukee arrest in horse stealing case reaches Marathon county
Special to The Northwestern reports Chief Bullwinkel arrested Joe Schuler or Schoeffer, claimed to flee to Marshfield, on horse stealing charges in Marathon county and Hamler. He has been sent to Amherst for trial.
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Northwestern
Milwaukee
Wis
Wisconsin
Jefferson Wis
Vermont honors Ethan Allen memorial ceremony in Burlington
The Vermont division of the Sons of the Revolution celebrates a ceremony in Burlington, honoring Ethan Allen. Officials including President Fairbanks, Secretary Hitchcock, and Governor McLane participate as speakers praise pioneer sacrifice and the state’s founding ideals.
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Associate! Press
Vermont
Ethan Allen
Fairbanks
Roosevelt
Hitcheeck
McLane
New Hampshire
Pairbankhs Speaks
Psirbamis
Vermont Society of the Sons of the Revolution
Aled
Ord
Ticonéeroga
Jen
Aitre
Bespirgusch
Funeral for Amgtael Malloy Follows County Death
Special to Northwestern reports the death of Amgtael Malloy in Antigo Wisconsin with funeral at nine o clock and ongoing misfortune including a wreck on the track near Neenah. A disturbance at Mic Roland s saloon left three injured and two shop windows broken. Mrs Selma Spengler to wed Mr W H Spengler tonight at the bride s father s home. City hall boilers sold to William Aylivard Sons by Mayor Charles Schultz.
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Michael Mai
Ana Assis
Tesk
Antigo
Bawa
New Mexico
Neenak
Nine O'Clock Church
Fai
Orta Lempke
Konet
George Sireske
Strobenhaim
Fond du Lee
Neenah
Scrapped goods prompt new bulk-head at Ger Mills
A garbled report notes that some Amey items were not bought for scrap and may be used. Kimberly & Clark is mentioned with a new bulk-head at their bad ger mills. Miss Gertrud Semmenbreaner and John Shiels appear in legal-ese about an estate settlement with heirs of Van Middelwerth.
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Kimberly & Clark Campany
Badger Mills
Gertrud
Semmenbreaner
John Shiels
van Middelwerth Est
Western Republican feud over Cummins Shaw for national ticket
A Northwestern report analyzes the Cummins and Shaw contest for the presidential nomination. It outlines party factions, with Cummins favoring reciprocity and tariff revision and Shaw aligned with standpat protectionism. The piece notes regional strength, possible outcomes, and the strategic implications for party unity and Georgia blue.
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Cummins
Suruary Shaw
Ghat
Es Benvien
Shaw
Prohabis
National Reciprovity Conference Opens in Illinois Theatre
A. D. Sanders of Chicago opened the National Reciprocity conference, with foreign consuls present, to discuss fairer trade relations and protect agriculture. Delegates from 21 states attend a 140 day session urging nonpartisan action to aid foreign commerce amid tariff and interstate trade debates.
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Ais. A
Sanders
Chicaxzo
Orher
Associated Press
Chicago
Ilinois
Resimotte
Ecalien
A. D Sanders
Committee of
América
Weathered Roads and Flooded Farms Hit Rural Area
Reports describe heavy rain causing damaged bridges and culverts, widespread road washouts, and ruined crops across the county. Farmers faced losses as crops were ruined and livestock areas were strained, with several homes and outbuildings reportedly affected.
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Wated Press
Hinkington
Felker Cup Race Report at Oshkosh
Fragmentary notes describe the Felker Cup events with mentions of Oshkosh rivals and trial races. Names and exact results are unclear due to OCR errors, but the text references Alpha, Winnehese, Fras sixth, and east DLOY with ongoing competition in a regatta setting.
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Alpha
Triangai
Oshkosh
East Dloy
Marsh Is Committed Not Guilty Plea In Mass Murder Case
George T. Marsh, sought in Chicago for murder, appeared in Brockton police court and was ordered committed without bail as a fugitive from justice after pleading not guilty. The Palmatier Sisters Orchestra is billed for Electric Park next Wednesday evening August 23, the first outside attraction this season.
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Brockton
Mass
iBy Associated Press
George T. Marsh
Chicago
Palmatier Sisters
Electric Park
New Minister to Chile John Hicks Named Envoy Extraordinary
President Roosevelt appoints Col. John Hicks as United States minister to Chile. He departs for Washington then sails via New York and Colon to Valparaiso, with a voyage of about 40 to 35 days.
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Ceni
John Hicks
Roosevelt
United States
Chile
Washington
State Department
New York
Colon
Panama
Pacitec
Valparetso
Santiago
Lourishing
Ands
Valparaiso
Col. Hicks
Penu
Harrison
Bee
Census Returns Revised in Oshkosh County results
County Clerk Fish completed census tabulation and sent results to the secretary of state for revision. The population figures for Oshkosh neighborhoods align with the paper, though errors in the Second ward overcounted Tremont hotel guests. Revised city total 20,471, with possible minor adjustments expected after official review in Madison.
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Fish
Secretary of State
Oshkosh
Tremont
Madison
Leonard Disorderly Court Fine Report
In municipal court Leonard pleaded guilty for disorderly conduct and was fined plus costs. Fred Otto pleaded guilty to assault in a separate complaint brought by Taylor and was fined one dollar along with costs.
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Fred Otto
Gud
Leonard
Taylor
Otto
Jail Deliveries From Northwestern Milwaukee Case
A rumor filled report from Wisconsin outlines a case involving A Cunningham accused of misappropriating mail at Sieddach with Earl yz and James Crane. The narrative links related events to Chicago and Janesville areas, noting prior transfers and a trailing investigation.
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Milwaukee
Bas
A. Cunniegham
Sieddach
Wis
Earl
James Crane
Chicace
Janesville Ga
Tramner
Ami
Race Called GFF Sparks Short Distance Lane Shuffle
Espana Red led at the start but the field fell back as the race proved a short sprint from the starting lane. Officials noted the early pace and the crowd watched as contenders jostled for position.
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Espana
Rail lines debate in Manchuria and world trade interests
A correspondent reports on Russia and Japan’s sway over Manchuria and northern and southern railway lines, arguing control will aid global commerce. The piece discusses peace restoration, the Open Door policy, and strategic value of Manchuria amid regional tensions and foreign influence.
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Russia
Jupsan-Sheald
Gulyustice
Russi
Welcor Manearri
Bene & Er Cat
Calumet and Hecla stockholders approve bylaw change
Boston August 13 stockholders at the Calumet and Hecla mining company annual meeting voted to amend the bylaws to permit shareholders to buy and sell shares of other mining firms. New offices of second and third vice presidents were created with Quincy A. Shaw and BR L Agazzie chosen to fill them.
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Associated Press
Boston
Mass
Calumet and Hecla Mining Company
Calumet and
Hecla
Quincy A. Shaw
BR. L. Agazzie
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