19 Aug 1916
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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1916
Page
1
President Wilson presses for an eight hour day as fair workplace standard while proposing postponement of overtime issues for impartial investigation. Rail executives led by Louis W. Hill resist eight hour labor rule citing economic strain and potential receiverships, urging arbitration and rate investigations instead. Washington talks continue with support from major western lines for a negotiated solution.
Champ Clark opened the Maine campaign for Democrats in Brunswick, praising the Wilson administration and Congress while noting Charles E. Hughes touring for the presidency. He argued Hughes has spoken enough to form judgments on issues and declared Hughes has shot his bolt but missed the bulls eye.
President Wilson outlines a plan to settle the rail strike by recommending an eight hour day for workers, seeking congressional authorization to form an impartial study body to observe effects and report facts without recommendations. He argues the eight hour standard gains broad social support and may require future adjustments for wages and railroad costs.
War Department officials refuse to confirm reports that Major General Funston urged immediate withdrawal of General Pershing's command from Mexico. General Bliss, after visiting the border and Pershing, prepares a mobilization report and may have joined Funston in pushing withdrawal as military opinion favors. The issue opens the agenda for the Joint international commission.
No material change in the epidemic of infantile paralysis during the eighth week. The week ending at 10 a.m. reported 36 deaths and 124 new cases, versus 32 deaths and 125 cases prior day. Minnesota added four deaths for a total of 36 statewide. Wisconsin reported three new cases including Brussels and Depere, with Malden Rock also noting five cases.
Reuters reports the Russian drive on Kovel has resumed with Brunsiloff’s forces breaking through near Czerniewicz after earlier Stokhod delays. Heavy fighting persists along the Somme and at Verdun as Allies counter in the Pozieres area and Germans hold Fleury. British gains on the Somme push two miles with 200 to 600 yard depths toward Combles and Peronne.
Associated Press reports Washington observers saw a looming congressional clash over President Wilson's veto of the army appropriation bill but Hay of the house military committee appeared to back passage with revised articles of war. He denied talking with General Ainsworth about exemptions and defended his support of the exemption clause as justice for retired officers. He plans to retire next month to join the court of claims.
Maiden Rock Wisconsin news reports Wil liar G. Ashton sold The Maiden Rock Press to L. G. Decker of Chippewa Falls. The transfer marks the fifth change of ownership since 1910.
The Duke of Aosta who commanded the forces that captured Gorizia is now guiding his victorious troops across the Isonzo River. He is vigorously pursuing Austrian units retreating from the city.
Reports from San Antonio and Corpus Christi detail widespread property destruction and crops damaged after a tropical storm from the Gulf. Drownings are feared near Rockport, with no bodies recovered by noon. Brownsville soldiers report tent losses but no major casualties. Weather forecasters predict possible relief rains for the Midwest, while Chicago temperatures soar toward 98. Milwaukee endures a scorcher as heat continues across the region.
Charles E Hughes avoids entangling with state issues as he mediates between Republicans and Progressives in California. He spoke to fourteen thousand at Civic Auditorium praising efficiency, leadership, and a strong foreign policy while denouncing Democratic tariff policy and endorsing preparedness. He warned against mixing politics with military prep and urged an assertive American role globally.
British naval aircraft attacked German ammunition dumps at Lichtervelde Belgium near Bruges. Forty eight bombs were dropped from about 3060 feet and large fires were seen after the raid. All aircraft returned safely.
Hatton and Philipp head to Green Bay for a Monday race meeting as the paper lists social events and a revised golf program. Oshkosh building news highlights waterworks profits while Usher's Milwaukee letter appears among sporting affairs and society notices.
La Crosse Wisconsin August 18 A former Bostonians baritone Jack Martin aged forty eight dropped from a government rock barge into the Mississippi River He had worked as a laborer and was once part of the original Robinhood company and a vaudeville star.
Oshkosh Yacht Club awards the Commodore Bray Challenge Cup for one year to Typhoon and Marchioness IV of Minnetonka win Class B and Marchioness IV leads Class C races. Natomah of White Bear and Bunny of Pewaukee Yacht Club claim second prizes as the morning regatta concludes with Typhoon clinching top honors.
Italian steamer Stampalia once a New York Genoa passenger liner and later a troop transport has been sunk, believed torpedoed. The 9000 ton steel twin screw vessel, built in 1909 and 476 feet long, was taken over by the Italian government and bookings for Genoa canceled. Local agents reported the loss via United Press from New York.
Aug. 19 in Janesville Wisconsin Richard Boehling turned on gas in his room saying he could not stand the heat. His wife found him dead several hours later. A note left behind explained the motive as unbearable heat.
Black River Falls Wis Aug 19 Lightning struck the Lutheran church under construction at Northfield causing about 10000 loss and damage also hit several barns and houses in the area authorities reported detailing the destruction and fire.
Washington reports long delays in selecting the three American members for a joint American Mexican commission to address Mexican border differences. President Wilson seeks trusted figures, with Justice Brandeis and Zone absent, while several top candidates decline. Officials note secrecy, consider War Secretary Baker and Lane, and expect picks within days as Pershing’s role shifts and border tensions ease.
Local observations show a cloudy night and Sunday with possible showers. Forecast mentions thunderstorms, variable Sunday weather, and partial clearing by Sunday evening. Record notes time and temperature readings with garbled remarks and partial city references.
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