Receiver Appointed for Southern Indiana Railway
Federal court in Chicago names M. J. Carpenter as receiver for the Southern Indiana Railway, after failure to meet interest payments on bonded debt. Extension to Chicago Southern Railway expected. action tied to John R. Walsh era and the Chicago Clearing House report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Chicago
Til
Southern Indiana Railway Company
Unitd States Circuit Court
John. R. Walsh
Rust and Savings Bank of
Chisago
Chicago Clearing House Association
Christian C. Kohlsaat
M. J. Carpenter
Chicago and Eastern Illinois Railway Company
Winish Road
Southern Indiana Road
John RB. Walsh
Chicago National, Bank
Chicago Southern Railway Company
Federal
Kohisuut
Southern
Indiana
Walsh
Chicago National Bank
Chicago Clearing House
National Bank Examiner
Osworth
Tllinois Southern
Wisconsin and Michigan Railway Companien
Bedford
Chileago National Bank
Home Sacings Bank
Equitable. Trust Company
John R. Walsh
Clearing House” Association
John R. ‘Walsh
Johnson Accepts Democratic Nomination in Minnesota
Governor Johnson told reporters in St Paul that he would accept the nomination tendered by the state Democratic convention in Minneapolis. He said he would await formal notice before finalizing his decision and stressed he would set aside personal considerations to heed the party call.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnson
Associated Press
St. Paul
Minn
Minneapolis
Taft Declines Meeting as West Virginia Delegation Fails
West Virginia delegation led by William Edwards of Charleston to the Chicago convention failed in an effort to arrange a Taft meeting. Edwards reported the mission as unsuccessful while expressing continued confidence in Mr. Taft.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Borin
William A. Edwards
Charleston
W. Va
Fcago
Taft
Virginia Polit- Line
Sela
Kawards
Zpreedone
Dominion plans dam system to conserve water in Canada
The Dominion government will dam streams along the eastern slope of the Rocky mountains to conserve water, prevent waste in spring floods, support navigation where needed, and enhance forest protection with ranger appointments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Winnipeg
Man
Aug.c
Dominion
Rocky Mountains
Canada
Cotton Prices Plunge In New York Market
Cotton futures for October delivery tumbled to 881, down 37 points from yesterday as frenzied selling swept the market. Traders blamed Wall Street speculators whose purchases earlier in the week had slowed the decline, with about 75,000 bales traded in the first hour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
New York
Wall Street
Hughes Candidacy Sparks Roosevelt Lunch at Sagamore Hill
James Sherman Republican vice presidential nominee arrived from Utica to dine with President Roosevelt at Sagamore Hill. He traveled by yacht with Frank H. Hitchcock and met a group of notable figures including William S. Bennet Michael J. Cady George J. Smith William J. Youngs Robert Bacon and others while discussions focused on Governor Hughes availability for a second term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
New York
James
Sherman
Utica
Sagamore Hill
Frank H. Hitchcock
Roosevelt
Hughes
Hitchcock
George J. Smit
Oyster Bay
Sheriman
Sagamore Hil
Abi Whs
William
Bennet
New York City
Michael J. Cady
Brooklyn
George J. Smith
Ulster County
N. Y
Wiliam J. Youngs
United States
Wixtern New York
Robert Bacon
Capt
Cameron Meek
Winslow
Bureau ‘of Navigation
James&. “Shaan
Troosevelt
Chalimah “Hitchcock
Hepublican National “Committee
William§.jennett
W. W. Cocks
Woo
Yourngs
United States District
Congress
State Committee
I States
Brookln
Mr. Sherman
Mr. Smith
Smith
Mesars
Sagamore HI
Bryan Will See Plans for Democratic Campaign
Chicago August 20 Associated Press reports that all plans for the Democratic campaign will be submitted to William J. Bryan at his conference in Chicago Saturday for final approval. National Chairman Mack directs bureau heads to present definite proposals, with Bryan expected to suggest changes. John W. Kern may attend. Mack will present the subcommittee selection for the eastern campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Chicago
William J. Bryan
National Committee
Mack
Bryan
Jonn W. Kern
Sat
Mr. Bryan
Allerhenies
Pitman Speaker Leads Shorthand Convention Banquet
Ben Pitman of Macinnad, age eighty six, addressed delegates at the National Shorthand Reporters association in Milwaukee. The session focused on the committee on legislation as the annual banquet to follow features Detweller of Philadelphia Goodwin of Milwaukee McDermitt of Chicago Morrison of Chattanooga McGuerrin of Kalamazoo and Eldridge of Boston as speakers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Milwaukee
Wis
National
Oscar L. Detweller
Philadelphia
Henry CD
Goodwin
W. E. McDermitt
Chicago
Charles L. Morrison
Chattanooga
Tenn
Charles H. McGuerrin
Kalamazoo
Michigan
Edward H. Eldridge
Boston
Missing Wisconsin Girls Prompt Lengthy Investigation
Special to The Northwestern reports the disappearance of Gertrude and Dorothy Biehn from Wisconsin. A. Wiscon sin authorities in Kenosha held talks with the district attorney while Racine searches began. Relatives deny knowledge of the girls' whereabouts as investigators probe alleged plots and missing belongings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northwestern
Milwaukee
Wis
Wisconsin
Gertrude
Dorothy Biehn
Bien
Kenosha
T In
Racine
Biehn
Thirteen Hurt in Wreck In Arkansas City
A train wreck near Fert, Arkansas injures three people, with passengers Fert, Smith, and Aves among the victims. The vessel involved is reported as a weight leuts iron bows collision, with emergency crews responding to the scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Prem
Fert, Smith, Ark
Aves
Restoration of Freunce's Tavern Reopens Historic New York Hub
Aug 20 report that Freunce's tavern has been restored after vandal damage and dedicated anew. It preserves the room where Washington bid farewell to his officers and ties to New York City's civic history with clubs and commerce roots.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Republican leaders meet at Sagamore Hill on New York governorship
A Sagamore Hill conference gathers Republican figures including Hitchcock and Smith to discuss the New York governorship and potential announcement. Roosevelt receives visitors as party leaders plan strategy ahead of the national convention. Sherman, Hitchcock, and Smith attend varied events while others travel by train and yacht.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican Party
Associated Preas
Oyster Bay
New York
Sagamore Hill
Kissell Still Lives After Hartford Shooting
A Special to The Northwestern reports Lovin Kissell shot by John Gerbier in Hartford Wisconsin. Kis sell is hospitalized in Milwaukee with condition stationary and expected to hold his own, despite a late night passing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee
Wis
Death of Philip Thompson on Juanita Near Milwaukee Harbor
The vessel Juanita, in a storm near Milwaukee harbor, sank after mate Philip Thompson died while standing at the wheel. Bystanders David Boome and others reported the incident as the yacht was being towed, Thompson collapsed and died, the boat vanishing from sight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philip Thompson
Thompson
Juanita
Imldiake
Milwaukee Harbor
Davia Boome
Bureau Opened At Hemel Street For Week Events
The bureau announces a week of activities at 132 Maln Street with headquarters at 134 Matn Street. A large crowd is expected for a Tuesday program featuring a trapeze act and other attractions. The event will include an Indians group under Chief Reginald Oxhkonh and a town band arrival.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spencil
Matn
Stre
Mi Fc Thriple
Grant Iinion
Taro
Gen
Wassow
R. I
Bain
Keshens
Reginald ‘Oxhkonh
Mr Stephenson's Tour Return Mentioned at Myera
A fragment notes Mr Stephenson's tour will return in time, with delegates referenced and a public event at Myera mentioned, though details remain unclear. The brief hints at an anticipated honor and formal proceedings surrounding the visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myera
oMnton
Vilas Shows Improvement Amid Steady Progress
A brief note indicates Vilas continues to improve with steady progress as reported today. however the text is garbled and fails to provide clear specifics on event, date, or supporting details.
Riot Fear Mounts After Negro Lynching in Springfield
Riot fears persist in Springfield as inquiries fail to identify mob leaders after the lynching of Scott Sturton. The city tightens police and militia posture while Gov Deacon and General Young review military control. several regiments depart, leaving about 1,000 men in reserve under civil authority.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
Scott Sturton
Bute
Tur
Woodruff
Deneen
Crtigens
Turmoil Eases as Troops Withdraw Delayed Normalcy Sought
City officials keep curbs on liquor sales and late hours while troops retreat to ease tensions. Sporadic gunfire subsides as workers return to the Tuxhorn mine and refugees continue to flee toward Missouri Chicago and Peoria with many planning onward journeys to distant cities.
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Tuxhorn
Miners’ Union
Simlar
Missouri
Chicago
Pe' Orla
Hijnels
Death notices for Ardra Davis and Jacob Wenzel in local city paper
Ardra Davis of Eleventh Street died after an appendectomy at Lukaside sanatorium at midnight Wednesday. Funeral set for Sunday at Two o'clock at Second Methodist Church with Rev W W Wilson officiating. Jacob Wenzel died at 8 30 p m at his home 39% Central Street after stomach ailment aged about 65. Survived by wife two daughters and one son. Funeral Sunday at his residence with Mr Irion officiating.
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Ardra Davis
Str
Jerame. Davis
Eleventh Street
Lukaside Sanitarum
Uty
Chenda
Mise Ninn Davis
Mra. John
Idaho
Reed and Hoeary Davis
Chester Davis
Duluth
Minn
Methodist Ehutch
White
W.W. Wilson
Jacob Wenzel
Jacob Wengel
Shrelye
Misaael
Osean Thullinger
Wenger
Edwin
Carl
Uves
Germany
Campbelleaport
Wis
Wenzel
Trale
Mina Marti
Catmabellayuct
Newcastle
Otlock Banitiy
Prealdance
Tey
Irion
Postmasters Send Greetings at Oshkosh Convention
At the Oshkosh postmasters convention the telegrams to President Roosevelt and Postmaster General Meyer were read with a standing ovation. President Crane proposed a convention committee with members including George W. Hurchard and W. Tcharner for Resolutions and nominations, plus an auditing group led by F. Dittmar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rennesvelt
Ganeral Meyer
I. M. Crane
Theodore Roosevelt
Wincambiad
Oshkosh
Meyer
George Via Meyer
Washington, D. C
Wisconsin
Sereran
Ef, M. Crang
George W. Hurchard
Fort Ackinson
W. Txcharner
Lis Crosse
H. Ostrum
the Mound
Keyes
Mulison
Riley
C. B. Valentine
Janesville
RL Dittmar
Seymour
TeCkinaman
Manawa
H. A. Pease
Cumberland
Hand Crushed in Sanding Machine Accident
Albert Reinke of 4 Mills Street employed by Banderob Chase was injured this morning when his right hand was caught in a large sander. The flesh on the back of his hand was badly cut and the hand severely bruised and crushed before the machine could be stopped.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Reinke
Mills Street
Banderob-Chase
Reinke
Auto Explosion Wounds Six Men Near Lafayette Indiana
An auto explosion near Lafayette Indiana injured six men, two seriously and possibly fatally. Victims include Thomas Donnan, farmer Ralph Lear of Roswell, and William Coffenberg, Leo Schuerster, Warren Mankey of Roswell, while the car burst into flames after hitting a fence at about 30 miles per hour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Tafayette
Ind
Thomas
Donman
Ralph Lear
Roswell
William Coffenberg
Leo Schuerster
Warren Mankey
American Battleships Begin Sydney Visit Amid Harbor Festivities
Sydney N S August 30 The first day of the American battleships stay at Sydney featured official calls by fleet officers on Lord Northeste and Sir Harry Rawson. An Amerikn dinner followed with sixty six officers present. The harbor and city were illuminated as crowds celebrated the arrival with a holiday mood and naval paymasters drew funds from local banks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Sydney
N.S
Lord Northeste
Australia
Harry, Rawson
New South Wales
Americas
Harry Rawson
Commonwealth
Joel
Nevers
Igh Cank
Bn Inter
Haliday
Farmer's horse runs away through town causing damage
A sorrel mare owned by Henry Schribovr of Eldorade escaped near Dr. Barnes on Eight Street. It dashed through High Street and Whugoo to Washington and Math, hitting a buggy and dragging it. A bystander halted the frightened animal by crossing in front and catching the bridle, throwing the horse to the pavement. The horse sustained multiple bruises while the buggy suffered damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Schribovr
Eldorade
H. M. Barnes
Eight Street
Arilmel
Malmalveet
Washington Street
Math Street
Opera House Square
Lipton Cup Race Canceled After Sea Breaks Moorings
A heavy sea broke moorings and forced officials to halt the Lipton cup race on Lake Michigan. The final race was called off as the Columbia strayed two miles from the course, delaying the event until today. The Columbia, from Jones and La Borde, contended for third while Chicago and La Rita were tied for first.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake Michigan
Chi Gage
East Columbia
Columbia
Plac
Cleveland
Chicago
la Rita IE
Jones and la Borde
Eddie McGoorty Beats Tom McCone in Third Round
Telegram from Billings reports Eddie McGoorty middleweight scored a decisive third round victory over Detroit fighter Tom McCone in a bout scheduled for twenty rounds. The Kerins Irishman has previous bouts with Hiddie. Plans arise to match McGoorty with Safion Burke or Carl Anders on future cards as promoters arrange dates in Fond du Lac Hammond and Oshkosh.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Ryan
Billings
Mont
Eddie McGoorty
Tom McCone
Detroit
Mich
Hiddie
Eddie
Erin
MeeGoorty
Sylvans
Fond du Lac
McGoorty
Safion Burke
Billy Papke
New York City
Hammond
Ind
Carl Anderson
Oshkosh
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MR. Taft
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Ben Pitman
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Suelil Club
The
Unison
Long Rocha
Sagamore Hilt
Hitchcock's
Altehcock
New ‘York
Hot Spring
Kissell
Hartford Manuface
Eke Michiees
Etter
Jo Bxeinee
Dla Hemel Cei
Maln Street
MR. Stephenson
Vilas
Phiysician
Ted Press
Midlan
Poll Flo Peils
Burt
Reina
Associated Trass
Springfeld
Deacon
Young
Miss Davis
Jerome Dayin
Jacob Wennel
State
Fe Kram
Anne Navid
Sander
Mur Street
Faculiure Ey
Vensetaego
Sydney Baska
Anta
Belonetaw
Henry
Bor
Sona
Janie
Petuiare
Tims
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