26 Aug 1905
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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1905
Page
1
In a crowded track scene, Big Field suffers injury amid the year’s top stakes. Prominent horses like Burgom Star and Fim Flap tie into a tense betting race as plans for a large crowd unfold. West coast entries and trainers, including Timbers and the Kelene pair, loom over the event with a slow but hopeful outlook for a landmark race day attendance.
In Worcester on August 23 Associated Press reports William Tageart cousin of Captain Tastart again testified at the TyrE divorce trial. Asked if he received money from Mrs Taggart he evasively replied no. The attorney aims to show payments from Mrs Taggart and press questions about a May 31 1900 draft.
Testimony described drafts totaling 600 dollars tied to Chicago broker Muriburt and MrsTasgart’s agent Simenciat, with questions about Mrs Taggart’s feelings and the defendant handling of funds amid confusion over ownership and payment.
An unclear report describes naval submarine tests aboard vessels near a lunar or island setting, with the president expressing admiration for the experimental craft and the crew. Charles BL Nelson is mentioned among officers aboard.
Open shop notices issued by major printing houses under the Typothets challenge union policy. Nonunion printers hired as part of an independent declaration spark action by pressmen locals and union officials. A nine hour day and wage disputes noted as the strike builds amid shop floor tensions.
Special report describes fears for a woman's safety tied to her husband’s debts and family pressures. Fragmentary text mentions August dates, local villagers, and concerns about return home. Observes possible financial strain and social tension within the family.
The article notes the naming of a commission to negotiate the dissolution of Nerwary and Swede with a Danish or Swedish involvement. Foreign Minister Loeriand Ss.ani MM. and other officials are listed with August dates and formal proceedings described.
Fragmentary Associated Press item cites Governor Follette praising Deneen and suggesting political regeneration begins. Content is garbled with repeated phrases and OCR artifacts, unclear names and dates, offering only a rough snapshot of a Peoria interview context and generic political testimony.
Youngstown reports a planned purchase by United States Steel of about 40 600 tons of Bessemer pig from the Bessemer Pig Iron association for September delivery. A special meeting of the association is set for Cleveland. Price is expected at 1.50 per ton.
Report of talks in Portsmouth on August 26 indicate Russia pushing for a commercial settlement with Japan over the northern half of Sakhalin. Roosevelt’s mediation seen as limited, with no formal tribute and a potential price for withdrawal discussed. Nations debate whether Japan will concede, while observers expect a purely commercial transaction if any agree to exchange.
Cleaw up continues as authorities report improving conditions outside New Orleans. With the state board of health relaxing quarantines around fever areas, small settlements are expected to clear the pest soon. Householders in New Orleans are fumigating following the Marine Hospital authorities appeal. Gulfport’s yellow fever announcement causes no surprise, and no general quarantine will be imposed.
The report notes cases near Gulfport and Mississippi City, with Lake Providence at risk of isolation. Governor Blanchard faces hurdles in restoring rail service. Dr Marour and nurses head to Leesville while President Souchon and a delegation assess state board control at Patterson. In St Tammany Parish one case fled, one recovered, both linked to New Orleans.
Kentucky turfman John E. Madden, owner of many thoroughbreds, was found guilty of criminal contempt for ignoring a Supreme Court subpoena. He was fined 1250 and sentenced to thirty days in Raymond Street jail, Brookline, as sheriffs pursued him at the Waldorf Hotel where he was to stay. The case surfaced during a suit against him and was before Supreme Court Justice Burr.
Government plans construction of coal handling facilities and harbor works expected to commence. Project includes building focal gratiwats and related infrastructure to support traffic and trade at the port. Officials anticipate economic benefits from expanded maritime activity and resource access.
Sppeinees to succeed Frank T. promoted to sec ond, assistant attorney general 'ius salary. is Tis graduated by the univers: in fish axe schol}
Fragmentary note mentions eleven deceased with unclear names including Assbontet FP and references to Trinidad Col. Aus. and American involvement. Details are damaged and verification needed.
Arthur Graenewald wins the vs cup with pictures and portrait. Washington Teghi reports New York letters championship series. Army doors wide signals by Lieutenant Colonel Watron. Oshkosh Driving Club officers shown with portraits. Milwaukee survey of Lake Winnebago by government set to proceed.
Rev Benedict Rosinski of St Stanislaus church says two men and a woman held him for 24 hours in Cedar avenue, robbed him of $30 and jewelry, forced promissory notes of $500 each plus two $500 checks, after luring him with a plea for spiritual consolation. Police arrested the trio and expect grand jury action.
The First Presbyterian Church interior will be redecorated with a new porch, hardwood doors, and enhanced decor. The parsonage next to the church is being rebuilt by carpenter work led by T. Rayerail. estimated cost about 24 dollars with plans to reopen September 3 after summer vacation.
Three hundred twenty three thousand young spruce trees arrived at Potsdam, N. H. from Germany. A company plans to plant them and expect to cut from the stand about twenty years hence.
The Steellers hosted the season’s top dance at Stony Beach with about fifty couples joining in a playful hayseed program. Walter J. Crawford supplied Pisano music in a rural setup while local dignitaries and campers from Pauko tuk performed country personae, bringing laughter and lively audience participation.
The report describes delays in river bridge work due to rock and hard bottom conditions. Workers propose driving planks outside a coffer dam to form a protective shield. Sections of planks are sourced from Chase, with tests planned to support the structure until the bottom is stabilized. Corking of the coffer dam will proceed by teams on the southern side.
The final session of the Wisconsin Retail Granite and Marble association semi annual meeting was held in Oshkosh. Milwaukee was selected as the site for the next annual gathering, planned for February. After the session members enjoyed a boat ride on the lake and river and attended horse races. Visitors praised Oshkosh’s hospitality and several new members joined the association, with prospects for the group's future appearing encouraging.
Washington DC secretary of the interior dismissed Inspector George F. Wilson amid an Oregon senator bribery inquiry. Witnesses alleged payoffs for favorable recommendations. Wilson admitted receiving money to entrap a suspect but claimed intent to return it. He was removed and reassigned from Rhode Island duties.
Three divorces were granted by default in a Winnebago County circuit court session this month. Christantia Oxholm was divorced from William Oxholm for desertion and awarded child custody. George Pounds and Dora Rounds received divorce and custody plus property division. Minute Sheldon was granted divorce from Harry Sheldon for cruelty and lack of support. all in Omro. Additional cases included Lillian Krueger vs William Krueger continued, Kate Mardier vs August Mardier consent order, and rulings on taxes and fees in a Neenah case.
At the Osa-Roth ex Mayors Social club annual gathering held in Mayor Banderebd's office the club re elected officers with Vier as president and E as secretary. The record notes years of service and plans for a social session and entertainment program, while the date for the event remains to be decided.
HimbiIi Jr returns from a month's visit at a remmTed home in Milwaukee with Antizo. A reception at the home on Wednesday night. Miss Duka Lee hosts luncheon. Dr. T. F. Mayham and Commodore B. H. Bodd of Fond du Lac arrive to enjoy the horse races. The last event will be in North Park at 3:35 PM. Miss Bernadette and Miss Mary hy of Chatadooza attend with Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Morph on Teenth Street. A meeting of the sext- F tha M- Cc. Aw tomorrow afternoon at Pp.
Partly cloudy conditions with scattered showers in western areas. Sunday forecast calls for clouds and some snow showers, with cooler air pushing southeast. Winds light to southeast, temperatures cool with highs near 50s and evening lows around 30s. Data supplied by S Heyman Co and government weather bureau.
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