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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1908
Page
4
In a municipal court case, a second affidavit of prejudice against the same judge was filed after the judge was absent on the return day. The action would shift the matter to Justice Clute since transfer to Justice Kaerner’s court is not possible, prompting a potential venue change.
Attorney John W. Hume for defendant in the case of Mrs Augus ten Friederich vs Mrs Mary Maggie Meyer filed an affidavit to Justice F A Kaerner acting as municipal court judge. Proceedings moved between Kaerner and Justice L E B Clute on a prejudice affidavit. A plea on abatement was sustained and the case returned to municipal court where the action for care and board of a child spans time between Morel 7 and March 1, 19%.
Otto Storbeck, an employee of the Diamond Match Co and well known local politician, was injured Monday evening on Fifth Street when his bicycle was struck by an automobile near the Brooklyn Engine House. Storbeck was riding east when the car, following a buggy, collided with him causing the incident.
Storbeck sustained a severe cut over one eye requiring stitches after a buggy collision. Other injuries were minor bruises and the horse and buggy involved could not be identified. He was transported to St. Mary's Hospital by city ambulance.
Theodore Delaney, a patient at the Northern State Hospital for the insane war, was fined four dollars and sentenced to fifteen days in the workhouse for drunken loitering. He had prior arrests, including July 11 for skulking near Mrs. E N Conlee's residence on Church Street. Police found him sleeping under a veranda at 40 Union Street, continuing a pattern of intoxicated concealment.
Francis E L McGovern district attorney of Milwaukee County and Senate candidate spoke to about 800 veterans in Armory B. He warned that rail monopolies and trusts concentrate power, harming economics and politics, urged unity beyond party lines, and urged voters to back a candidate who will carry out their wishes. He contrasted an oil man who buys votes with a steadfast ally of La Follette and praised Theodore Roosevelt.
Joseph Kaufmann of Yazel Street faced a misdemeanor charge for disruptive conduct after allegedly ringing six fares and attempting to stop a streetcar bell with a plan to rouse youths. He paid the minimum fine as his first court appearance. Police say officers have monitored the White City line for weeks amid complaints about young riders, especially on Sunday evenings.
A Penna reader recounts coffee’s harming effects and credits Postum with curing nervous tension headaches dizziness and heart palpitations after switching to the cereal drink. The testimony claims better sleep appetite and energy with a nightly cup of Postum and warns against coffee’s health risks.
A city official targets widespread complaints about fare disputes and offensive language. He plans to curb the practice by hiring plainclothes specials to monitor and intervene as needed.
In probate court Markell petitions for probate of the will of Mrs Mia Latindsa Conklin of this city. Hearing set for September 8. Personal property not exceeding 3000 and rent estate not more than 10. Heirs named include Hamer Frank, Hame James, May Clara Spin cer, Mrs Ame Emery, Mrs Wakeman, Mrs Kul mer, Thomas Roche as administrator. J W Durfee of Oma appointed as administrator with $200 bond. Heirs include two brothers H Fo and POA Luckhart of Oshkain.
City hall arches formed from nine lights each and a larger twelve light arch at the Water Street entrance will be kept for Old Home Week and used at council meetings. The building is festooned with bunting in official colors and American flag. The janitor previously had minimal funds, but a $50 appropriation enables extensive decorations and a welcome sign at State Street entrance.
William Rhyner, a Black Wolf area farmer, was arrested on Oregon Street Saturday evening. His wife appeared at the station Sunday to pay his fine so he could release to lead the threshing crew this morning. He paid a fine plus costs. details of the incident remain matter of local record.
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