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Oshkosh Daily Northwestern

Location

Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Aug 22, 1908

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Stocks Soar As Bear Raid Fails To Hold Market

New York August 22 Stocks surged in heavy trading with total two hour volume at 1 091 300 dollars the strongest Saturday activity since 1906. Leaders in gains included Amdonmonted Cooner Rock Island New York Central St Louis and San Francisco and Smelting as buying ran up prices before a later wave of selling trimmed gains and left the market feverish.

Associated Press New York Harriman Cooner Rock Island Common New York Central St. Louis San Brancheco

Uniform Bill Passed by National Fraternal Congress

Put-in-Bay Ohio August 22 After a stormy closing session of the National Fraternal congress the uniform bill modeled after Ohio’s fraternal insurance law was passed and will be recommended to the state legislatures this fall. Critics say some companies use lower rates to gain business and will push for higher rates until solvency is proven.

Associated Fress Put-in-Bay National Fraternal Congress Ohio Congress

Lightning causes tunnel explosion kill two workers

In Pottsville Pennsylvania on August 22 a lightning strike triggered a dynamite blast in a mountain tunnel 1300 feet underground. Two expert tunnel drivers Phillip Elinger and George Hollenstein were killed and Morris Wolfgang was severely injured with a shattered leg and possible fatal shock. Six men worked in the tunnel when the strike occurred.

Associated Press Pottsville Valley View Phillip Elinger George Hollenstein Morris ‘Wolfgang

Advisory Committee Named to Aid Pillsbury Flour Mills Reorg

Receivers for the Pillsbury-Washburn Flour Mills company in Minneapolis announced an advisory committee to represent creditors in the reorganizing effort. Members include FE W. Decker of Northwestern National Bank, Gilbert G. Thorne of National Park Bank, Charles W. Folds of Charles Hathaway & Company, F A Chamberlain of Security Bank, and C T Jaffray of First National Bank Minneapolis.

Associated Press Minneapolis Minn Pillsbury-Washburn Flour Malls Company Limited FE. W. Decker Northwestern National Bank of Minneapolis Gilbert G. Thorne National Park Bank of New York Charles W. Folds Charles Hathaway & Company F. A. Chamberln Security Bank of

Pension vouchers mailed free to retirees

Washington August 22 Pensioners will hereafter use the mails free to return pension vouchers under a postmaster general order amending postal laws. The directive, effective October 1, lowers the rate to 2 cents per ounce for letters sent from the United States to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland.

Associated Press Washington, D. C Eral Meyer Posaiaster United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland

Frost Injures Grain In Manitoba Frost Hit Wheat Crop

A heavy frost in Winnipeg and surrounding Manitoba areas damaged newly grown grain. The frost struck overnight causing injuries to the wheat crop in the northern districts, threatening reduced yields for farmers. The report notes the frost's severity and potential impact on harvest timelines.

Fond du Lac Man Sentenced for Forgery

Eugene Haessly of Campbellsport was sentenced to one year in the state reformatory at Green Bay after pleading guilty to forgery. He forged a $77.14 check at Hub Clothing in Fond du Lac on July 18, obtaining the check by claiming he would deliver it to the owner, R. J. Waumle of North Fond du Lac.

Fond du Lac Wis Eugene Hacesly Campbellsport State Reformatory Green Bay Fowler Hacasty Haessly Hub Clothing Company R. J. Waumle North Fond du Lac

Duel Ends Feud Between Local Notables in Tennessee

In Cumberland Gap on August 22, George Britton and Frank Davis, prominent locals, dueled at the Louisville and Nashville depot near Shafe. Britton was killed by a fifth bullet to the heart after five shots. Davis was wounded in the abdomen, chest, and shoulders and unlikely to die today. The feud reportedly spans three years.

Associated Press Cumberland Gap Tenn George Britton Frank Davis Louisville & Nashville Shafe Here Britton Davis

Conspiracy Charged Over Three-Week Strike

Bell Hardy of the Federated Trades of the Canadian Pacific railway system alleges a conspiracy by company officials to disrupt union labor. He cites early year conferences by railway superintendents and shop mechanics and reveals notices issued April first threatening to terminate all schedule agreements and negotiate individually with workers.

Uy Associated Dress Montreal Bell Hardy Federated Trades Canadian Pacific Railways System Hardy Ster

Night rider attack burns 8000 pounds of tobacco

Twenty masked night riders attacked the Walter Gatloney farm near Falmouth Kentucky burning a tobacco barn and 8000 pounds of tobacco. Galloway fired from a window hitting a rider who rode for medical aid as the raiders scattered. Authorities seek the wounded man and possible arrest.

Associated Press Brookville Walter Gatloney Falmouth Galloway Sameam Palmouth

Woods His Temple Divorce Shocks Wisconsin

In Appleton Wisconsin Judge John Goodland of Outagamie County signed a decree granting Ida Ebeling a divorce from William Ebeling after a renewed street quarrel in which Mrs Ebeling alleged she was struck. The couple had a long pending case and the decree followed a trip to the judge's home in the woods.

Associated Press St. Paul Mihm Appleton Wise John Cgoodland Circuit Court Outagamie County Ida Ebeling William Ebeling Ebeling Een Hay

Wisconsin Motel Keepers to Meet in Milwaukee

Green Bay special reports the Wisconsin Motel Keepers association gathering in Milwaukee August 6 to 8. Frederick G. Hall of the Beaumont house and D G Smith of the Cook hotel plan entertainment including a Wednesday business session and a banquet at 9:20. Activities feature a river outing to Ridge Point, games and dancing, plus an city automobile tour.

Milwaukee Wis Green Bay Wisconsin Wisconsin Motel Keepers’ Association Frederick G. Hall Beaumont House D. G. Smith Cook Hotel Ox River Ridge Point Beaumont

Fifty Teams Entered For National Rifle Match Practice

Fifty rifle teams from the United States cavalry infantry navy marine corps naval academy Hawaii and the District of Columbia plus forty three states gathered at Camp Perry for the final day of practice for the national match.

Associated Press Camp Perry United States Cavalry Infantey Navy Marine Corps Naval Academy Hawaii District of Columbia

West Point cadets punished for hazing by year suspension

Secretary of War Wright announced President Roosevelt approved his recommendation to suspend eight West Point cadets for one year without pay or allowances. Two first class officers Russell and Weaver will face stricter discipline. orders to carry out the action are to be issued soon.

Associated Presa Washington, DC Wright West Point Military Academy Roosevelt Sidiamiss Flrst William ‘T. Russell Wiliam T. Russell Engineer Corps Army Thousevelt Sagamore Ati Scott Russell Weaver Academy

Roosevelt letter authorizes Druid Society to open Welsh convention

President Roosevelt authorizes Col R A Phillip to act for him and press the button to open the national Welsh convention at Scranton. He expresses regret at his inability to attend and wishes success to the organizers and attendees.

Associated Presa Roosevelt R. A. Phillip Lackawanna Druid Society Ton Pac Scranton Theodore ‘Roosevell

Hains Mind Unbalanced Says Counsel in McIntyre Claim

John J. McIntyre for Petr tlaims Jr stated Hains may plead insanity to a confession implicating Mrs Itaina in the murder of William Dennis. McIntyre said the mental state affected Hains so he could not be responsible for his actions and anticipated bringing the statement before the court. A conference of the brothers’ counsel discussed case conduct.

New York John J. McIntyre Petr Tlaims Jr Willia McIntyre Rounacl

Art Smuggling Case Ties Up Boston Conference

In Boston on August 22 a lengthy conference linked WEhrard J. Crane Jr of Chicago to Mrs Emily Rockwell Crane Chadbourne and Mrs John J Gardner of the city over a stamp duty dispute tied to a collection of art said to be under customs scrutiny. Henry W Swift, Gardner’s counsel, joined the talks as Crane planned to stay in town briefly.

Associated Press Boston Mass

Kissell May Recover From Hartford Shooting

Louis Kissell aged Hartford Wisconsin manufacturer shot by John Gerbir a dissatisfied employee last Tuesday. In Milwaukee hospital no definite prognosis yet but hopes rise as patient shows slight daily improvement though blood poisoning has not developed.

Northwestern Milwaukee Wir Louis Kissell Hartford Wis John Gerbir Milwaukee Hospital

Oshkosh Defeats Rockford In Matinee Drive

Oshkosh drivers win decisive matinee over Rockford as the Driving Club meets at Oshkosh. The paper highlights the Y M C A physical director appointment and features portraits and illustrated fashions.

Oshkosh Rockford Oshkewk Y. M.C Milwaukes Cook-Connor Coulitt Friendalss Reoniene Amalie Frimery

Riot clash at factory ends with gunfire and injuries

A fierce strike riot at Edward Levy & Co factory left several workers and strikebreakers injured. Police fired warning shots as the mob dispersed. a special policeman attempted to separate combatants, while fear and chaos marked the confrontation.

Agsochitedl Prensa Covell Cine Nan Edward Levy & Co Stlkers Elolia Pempleton Pelediy Lem Otihers Walvely

Alaska Baseball Tour Heads for Spokane Start

Fairbanks Alaska baseball team has arrived in Seattle and will begin a state tour starting in Spokane. Players plan a southern swing for the winter then travel along the Atlantic coast before returning to Seattle next spring.

Seattle Waeh Fairbanks Alaska Spokane Atlantic Coast Omaha Neb Nebraska University Ames Iowa Canada Nebraska Ratn Newport R. I

Frost Hits Wisconsin Regions Damaging Flax Crop

The Dispatch reports a heavy frost across Minnesota, North Dakota and northern Wisconsin with extensive flax crop injuries. Wheat in shock and ripening corn are seen as out of danger, while Glenwood and Augusta report significant frost impact.

Associated Press Bt. Paul Minn Minnesota North Dakota Wisconsin Walt Glenwood Augusta Wis

New York Man Shoots Self in Firm Office

Francia HIM, forty two, of Hincmfield Nevada junior member of Henry C Kelly & Co twine and paper dealers, killed himself in the firm's New York office today by a gunshot to the head. The incident was reported by Associated Press from the New York bureau.

Associated Press New York

Menominee Man in Trouble Over Check Endorsements

Franklin I. Pishler of Richmond, Yu formerly of Menominey Mich, was arrested in Windsor on a false pretense charge for securing endorsements on two checks totaling 24 dollars drawn on the First National Bank of Richmond. The complaint was filed by Norman Roos, a Ber- Nn Ontario manufacturer. Pishler offered no objection to crossing the river and was jailed in Windsor.

Associated Press Detroit Mich Franklin I. Pishler Richmond Menominey Yeaterday First National Bank of Norman Roos Ontario Pishler Windsor

Mexican Target Threat Reports From Black Hand Letter

Mexico City reports a threatening note to Judge Juan Perez De Leon from a supposed Black Hand member. The letter, sent from Mittaburg, warned of the judge’s life and references a Pittsburg hotel inscription. Authorities seek tracing help from Pittsburg and Philadelphia police.

Associated Press Mexico City Mittaburg Black Hand Juan Perez de Leon Pittsburg Judge de Leon Pitsburg Philadelphia

Indictments Grow as Grand Jury Targets City Crimes

The Sangdinon county grand jury indicts Thomas Mirela and twelve others in a fatal assault on Wilken Bow chief clerk, plus acquits whites for burglary and destruction of Lopez’s restaurant. Dozens of assault cases involve local residents while Judge Creighton orders warrants as more suspects are pursued.

Springfeld Atty Speciaorand Sangdinon Thoina Mirela Wilken Claike Offre Howe John Walling Wag Dt Fourteenth Milton Lopez Whch Abrahaim Lvytier Deegan Ub Led Today Digee Pat Bern de Raumes Creighton Cfrcuit Court

Groom Vanishes on Way to Wedding in Milwaukee

Ralph Woodldy, 28, a traveling salesman for the Albherst Stone Company, disappears four days before his planned wedding to Miss Larey Warren, 25, in Milwaukee. Detective Joe Marrett searches the city. Robert Harday and his father from Warren, Ohio, are en route. The wedding was set for tonight. Woodldy was last heard from August 14 near Wooster, Ohio.

Northwestern Milwaukee Wile Ang Ralph Woodldy Hh Ae Alherne Stone Conyacny New York City Boag Bron Jha Tances Larey Warren Weoxter Salt Joe Marrett Cnusxin Sheboygan Miss Warren Wooster Plankington Hotel Ith

Cattle Embargo Costs Highlight Scottish Commission Visit

Montreal Aug 23 The Scottish agricultural commission of 25 leading landowners touring Canada arrived and discussed the foreign cattle embargo. W H Henderson secretary said the embargo in the British market costs Canada over thirty million dollars and its removal hinges on the commission's report.

Associated Press Montreal Scotland Canada W. H. Henderson Commission

Nerve tension surges in Pratt City Alabama strike zone

August 22 Birmingham reports extreme nerve tension in the Alabama strike area. An alleged attempt to assassinate Anthony Davis a non union miner at Pratt City last night sparks discussions. Deputies tried to arrest at Tennessee mine No 6 near Pratt City but faced resistance from white women Warrants issued against two women for interfering with an officer.

Associated Press Birmingham Ala Alabama Anthony Davis Pratt City Tennessee Company

Bryan Plans Tour Close At New York

The National Democratic committee moves to Chicago for a September meeting to finalize presidential campaign strategy. William J. Bryan and Mack lead talks on a middle western tour, with stops planned in Indiana Illinois Ohio Kentucky before concluding in New York. Bryan plans limited speeches, focusing on key midwest centers, and will rest Sunday in Chicago before continuing with chairs and reporters.

Associated Press Chicago National Committee The Demos Bryan Mack Demdocratic Middle Western Wiliam J. Bryan Democratic National Committee Des Moines Mr. Bryan Middle West Indiana Ilingls Ohio Kentucky New York Minnesota Johnson Gabung Bipetus Daiiy Kisyun Water Culberson St Wat Dhon Ohin Pmsley Todly Brean Garber Roukle Omiake Jaabneon Cleveland Hayan Tirvin Chatreman Mack Kern Cans Didate Salem Topeka St. Paul Peoria Wil R Ent Qhietty Tincoln Charles W. Bryan Tose Nathmat W. Je Wade Iowa Mayor Brown Linecoln Daanderath

Two Dollar Bill Ruse Reported in Chicago Arrests

William Wright claimed adopted son of A P Wright lawyer of Streator Illinois and Daniel Mhodera of the same city were arrested in Chicago on August 22charged with passing ten dollar notes as two dollar bills in a counterfeit scheme involved raising denominations and altering currency.

Assoeh Chicago Wiliam Wright A. PB. Wright Streator Daniel Mhodera

Vilas Improves as Former Senator Gains Ground

Madison August 22 Dr Philip Fox reports Colonel Vilas shows continued improvement. The weather forecast calls for fair and cooler conditions across Wisconsin with light frost likely in central and western areas tonight into Sunday.

Northwestern Madison Wis Philip Fox Vilas San San

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