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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1908
Page
10
The New York stock market opened active and higher with large blocks traded. Notable gains and losses appeared across major rail and mining shares with shifts driven by rumors, while bonds eased and several favorites fluctuated.
The market held firm despite yesterday’s decline as September futures rose in wheat and oats while cash corn strengthens. Local receipts reached about 250 cars with strong demand from feeders. Chicago and Milwaukee reports noted mixed prices and steady to higher futures for wheat and corn. Cattle and hog markets showed modest activity with variable demand and steady to firmer prices.
Quotations reported by local dairies show prices for butter dairy products and hay. Live veal and beef figures appear with other farm staples and rough market rates. soft coal and lump coal are listed alongside feeds and straw.
Local dealers report quotations on farm produce and meats including beans potatoes apples oats barley corn and wheat with prices per bushel per ton and per barrel. Live poultry prices cover chickens spring chickens and dressed meats while meats include beef pork and lard with several items priced by local firms Zentner Mueller Boss & Wells Miller and other dealers.
Special to The Northwestern from Neenah Wisconsin reports an outbreak of a fatal disease called scour affecting horses in Neenah and nearby areas near Lake Winnebago. No cure exists and deaths occur within four days. veterinarians from Appleton and Chicago are testing an antitoxin. The article also notes petty arrests for drunkenness, a birthday celebration for Samuel Roberts heading a Fremont Taft club, and local Eagles officer elections.
Mehmed Ali Gey, former Turkish minister to the United States, recalls to Washington amid threatening letters from New York. Police guard the legation as he prepares to depart undisclosed for safety. The threats accuse the Pacha family and promise retribution. officials cite terror fears and heightened protection.
Beech Hargis, accused of killing his father Judge James Hargis, faces an August trial in Jackson Kentucky. He plans to plead self defense citing a hostile, abusive relationship marked by drinking, beatings, and denied business support, with allegations of property disputes and repeated attacks prior to the fatal day. Senator Bradley is among the attorney team for the defense.
Des Moines reports Mr Corley proprietor of a large millinery firm, his wife waiting outside a Providence department store when Detectives arrested him on abandonment charges. The case links alleged infidelity with Miss Solomon, a teacher, and years of marital discord ending with Corley leaving for Chicago and later returning to Des Moines to expand his business.
Two Oshkosh gentlemen unnamed in the report perished during a heavy storm on Lake Winnebago after their gasoline launch foundered. They fled Oshkosh earlier, drifted twelve miles toward Menasha, and were rescued from the boat just before it sank. An arrest at Appleton followed over a revolver case. A five month old child died from convulsions at the Mix home on Thiet street. A christening occurred for John Steen's new inn, and Miss Grace Kern invited friends for a birthday reception for her mother. Various local notices include a Menasha team schedule and community visits by residents, with several trips and local events listed.
New York August 18 evidence points to a motive for the shooting of William E Annis by Captain Ty Flaina at the Payette yacht landing. Jenkins Hains, the defendant's brother, stirred the crowd. Friends of both men say the friendship soured after a possible affair. District Attorney Dorrin sought letters from Captain Flaina to Mrs Annis that hinted at threats.
Bern reports a military dirigible ascended at Tegel at ten last night amid strict secrecy. Officials gave no details while rumors circulated of an overnight flight possibly to Hamburg and back. The crowd was kept out as guards surrounded the dark parade ground and a brief bright envelope and searchlight marked the takeoff.
Governor Davidson arrives in Madison after a fishing and park inspection excursion with Senator Isaac Stephenson in the Escanaba river region. He plans to address numerous official matters upon return and will accept only select invitations to speak at fairs this month and next due to heavy duties. General GLM Sturdevant returns from five weeks of West and Pacific coast travel and resumes duties as state claim agent.
Mexico City Aug 13 The Cosbocas oil well near Tampico burns for 43 days with no extinguishing success. From an eight inch hole the fireball has grown to a crater 108 meters across and flames rise over 100 feet. Students sent by the government estimate oil consumption at around 91,009 gallons per minute as the well continues to blaze.
Minneapolis, Aug 14 Gov. Tom A. Johnson publicly stated he would not allow his name to be nominated at the Democratic convention. His refusal stunned supporters who had hoped he might run again, but he affirmed his duty to his state and to the party.
Anna Lynch, wife of David Lynch of State Bound Shkeesport, is dying of elephantiasis. Once weighing fifty pounds she now weighs 610 pounds with legs measuring eighty six and ninety five inches respectively. Shin and body skin thicken and fold. Physicians report inoculation by some healer.
Tacoma report states the Springer family of Tacoma has a Pennsylvania oil estate valued near 10 million dollars. The Springer concern has long roots dating back ninety years, with workman ties strong in the local coal mines. The eastern end of the county received word yesterday of the potential oil claim affecting the Springer estate.
Aug 18 Pittsburg report says John Tobalk’s family ride from a christening ended when a horse bolted the carriage. A stork allegedly joined the scene and left a fine baby boy with Tobalk’s wife after the crash. No one was injured.
August 18 report from Constantinarie states Persia yielded after extended resistance. The terse dispatch notes a Tesrenentathyes Athens victory and mentions that physicians are among the few who relish old health amid the turmoil.
Milford Delaware August 18 Minister here received a message from an express office claiming a package marked Pleges claim that feces is leaking. onlookers note harsh reading and a reference to a body part described in a suggestive, unclear message.
Senator Tillman of North Carolina and Mrs Tillman tour Paris visiting the Madeleine and Place de la Bastille while praising the calm of the latter. He notes health limits on campaigning and plans to rest, then intends to travel to Holland after staying at Hotel Saint James of Albany.
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