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Oshkosh Daily Northwestern

Location

Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Aug 26, 1908

Page

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Fast train derailment west of Brandsville Mo leaves several injured

North bound train No. 206 on the St Louis & San Francisco railway derailed two miles north of Brandsville Missouri at 7 15 am. Fireman James S O Neill of Springfield was killed engineer H B Colvin fatally scalded a mail clerk mortally hurt and several passengers injured as the engine and baggage cars turned over. Defective track blamed and victims moved to Springfield for treatment.

St. Low Brandsville San Francisco Associated Press Springfield St. Louis Southeastern United Birmingham Mermphis Ssd Ees City James S. O'Neill H. B. Colvin Rys Kansas City

Taft Party Departing Hot Springs for Midwest Trip

Judge W H Taft and party plan a Friday evening departure from Hot Springs Virginia Hot Springs in a special car attached to the regular train. Stops include Gauley Athens and Toledo with brief layovers for speeches and fishing by Taft at Middlebass island. Contingent reports note continued support from colored voters and endorsements from Afro American Republican clubs.

Associated Press Hot Springs W. H. Taft Virginia Hot Springs Taft Gauley Gallipolis Athens Charles H. Grosvenor Toledo Middlebass Island Judge Taft A. T. Vorys Tie Middlehass Cincinnati Colored Republican Club New Rochelle Charles E. Hughes Afro- American Republican Club Rochester

Memorial university plan for orphans of veterans

The National Society of the Sons of Veterans met at Niagara Walls and appointed a committee to broaden the memorial university at Mason City Ta for orphans of Grand Army of the Republic veterans to receive free education. A new U S history ritual was adopted. Insurance commissioners met in Detroit for the thirty ninth annual convention with committee reports and discussion of blanks.

Associated Press Niagara Walls National Society of the Sons of Veterans Memorial University Mason City Grand Army of the Republic United States Insurance Commissioners Detroit Mich National Convention of Insurance Commissioners Committee On Blanks

Outlaw Kid Royal Eludes Pursuers in Mountains

The chase after Kid Royal, the outlaw, ended after pursuers rode three miles but lost the trail at Two Dot. Royal is believed to have crossed into the Showy Mountains, with posse efforts abruptly halted.

Associated Press Ad Livingston Kid Royal Posers

Forged Uncle's Name Used To Cash $10,000 Checks

Bela Walder, sought in Austria-Hungary for forging his uncle's name on checks totaling $10,000, was arrested in Chicago by United States marshals on a complaint filed by the Austro-Hungarian consul.

Associated Press Chicago Ill Bela Walder Austria-Hungary United States

Readville Track Meets Wind Up Abruptly

Readville events halted as rainstorm stops races at Readville track causing a premature end to the day. Officials paused action with athletes awaiting restart prospects and weather delays noted by Associated Press.

Funeral Train for German Ambassador Baron Speck von Sternberg

A funeral train bearing the late Baron Speck von Sternberg, Germany's ambassador to the United States, departed from Reidelberas Lelgade this morning for Leipsic to arrive at eight this evening. Emperor William will be represented by Chief Master of Vie Hunt Baron von Helntach Weissenrode, with the foreign office represented by Baron von Busseh-Haddenhausen.

Associated Press Heidelburg Baron Speck von Sternberg Germany United States Leipsic Emperor William Vie Hunt Baron von Helntach Weissenrode Foreign Office Baron von Bussehe- Haddenhausen

Suspension of A C Brown & Co on New York Stock Exchange

The exchange announces further suspensions may follow starting with A C Brown & Co, easing broker anxiety. Investigating committee to probe Saturday's rapid trades and tangled accounts as offices close and assignee reviews assets and liabilities amid uneasy market opening.

Brown & CO New York Associated Press The Stock Exchange A. C. Brown & Co A. ©. Brown & Co W York Exchange Exchange A. C. Brown & O A. UG. Brown & Co Tony J. W. Rhoades Richard W. Noel Financial A. Q. Browy & Co Trust Company Offic Ciala

Bryan Visits Birthplace in Salem Illinois

William J. Bryan arrives in Salem to an ovation with a six thirty morning train. Mayor Waters greets him as a brass band plays and a mounted reception committee lines the route to the courthouse. Bryan plans a speech from the courthouse steps and a reception at his relatives home with anticipated crowds from St Louis and Indiana. Theodore B. Bell accompanies Bryan from Indianapolis and will also speak. Bryan then departs for Topeka via St Louis and Kansas City.

Associated Press Salem Schene Wiliam J. Bryan Waters Bryan St. Louis Indiana Indianapolis Theodore B. Bell Bryant Topeka KansasCity

Men Who Directed Oshkosh Homecoming Work

Organization of the Oshkosh Homecoming festival involved extensive labor and detailed committees. Key figures included George M. Paine as Chamber of Commerce president, Otto Konrad of the Retail Merchants Association, and J. F. Wassow as secretary with H. W. George Everhart leading parade and decorating.

Oshkosh George M. Paine Chamber of Chairman Otto Konrad Officta Ansochithon de Zentner Wan J. F. Wassow H. W. George Everhart Colice Park BFW Christma Uwe Florian Lampert George Church

Bank Robbery Fails at Rushville and Geneseo Heist

Four robbers tried to loot Rushville State Bank in Rushville Missouri at three this morning. Explosives shattered the door. they moved to the post office and blew a safe door onto the street. About 500 dollars in stamps and cash were taken before officers pursued them. In Geneseo North Dakota a state bank was robbed last night of 2200 dollars by clever men who left no clue.

Associated Press St. Joseph Rushville State Bank Rushville Geneseo N. D

Democrats Open Eastern Headquarters in New York

The Democratic national committee will open its eastern headquarters in New York, with Chairman Mack announcing the move for tomorrow. The Associated Press notes plans were unveiled as the party expands its regional presence.

New York Mack Associated Frees Democratic National Committee

Bryan campaign plan outlined by Alabama Democrat

John W. Tomlinson Democratic national committeeman from Alabama and subcommittee chair arrived with Assistant Secretary Burton. He said despite certainty of Bryan’s election, the party must organize, unite factions, and Bryan will begin a Chicago Labor Day tour then visit Indiana Ohio New York Rochester and possibly Buffalo or Syracuse with stops in Greater New York.

John W. Tomlinson Alabama Burton Tomlinson Bryan Republican Party

Horses Escape Cremation At Sanford Farm Fire

Fire at Hurricana farm near Amsterdam destroyed one barn housing a number of horses. Firefighters managed to confine the blaze to the shed, preventing further damage to the stables two miles east of the city. The incident occurred today as flames threatened to destroy the remaining structures.

Associated Press Amsterdam Hurricana Farm Stephen Sanford

Rain Extinguishes Nine-Week Fire Burns near Fernie

Rain began after nine weeks of drought aiding firefighters around Cranbrook British Columbia. The Solent storm last night passed Fernie area lowering fire risk and destroying several shacks.

Associated Press Cranbrook B. C Fernie

Mine Explosion Entombs Twenty In Oklahoma Coal

A mine blast at Coal Mine No. 1 in Hasleyville near McAlester Oklahoma traps about thirty miners. A late telegram from McAlester confirms the disaster and states no rescue hope for the entombed workers. The incident occurred around noontime and drew reports from Kansas City and nearby authorities.

Oklahoma Associated Preas McAlsater Okla Hasleyville Kansas City McAlester Halleyville

Homecoming Parade and Harvest Festival Schedule

Industrial Parade honors homecomers with a village display at North Park during Harvest Home Festival events. An Auto and Floral parade leads the Thursday program with a 7 3 p m concert at North Park. Reviews, exhibits, prizes, races, and powerboat parades follow through the afternoon and evening near the yacht club house.

North Park Pineark Alamo Doman Yacht Club House North

Miners Trapped in Southwest Mine Blaze

About fifty foreign miners are believed trapped in a massive southwest mine fire that caused a barrel to catch fire. There was no explosion, and the cause remains under investigation.

Fereedy

Rosenbloom Case Details Lurid Family Murder Allegations

In Johnstown a woman Mrs Rosenbloom and her sixteen year old daughter Ian were awakened at six by her husband John McMullen then taken to Windber where a confrontation led to the alleged murder of Alexander Hosenbloom. The body was reportedly shipped to near Camden New Jersey in a trunk after the crime. The case involves claims of a flight by the son and further testimony from the girl as authorities pursue leads.

Associated Preys Johnstown Fars Lica McMullen Windher J. Rosenbloom Ian Wintrict Miller McMullen Alexander Hosenbieren Cameden N. J Has Fenblogm Seo

Mulai Hafid Proclaimed Sultan of Morocco Cities

Rumors report Mulai Hafid proclaimed sultan of Masaccg at dil Araisa Rubat and Baloe and advancing from Atel El Aziz after defeating Sultan El Aziz near a Moroccan city. Accompanied by few aides he heads toward Boupecia awaiting reception.

Associated Press Tangier Mulai Hof Masaccg dil-Araisa Rubat Baloe Atel EL Aziz Muta Hafid Morocco Bo Pecca

Unable to derive a clear headline from the fragment

The readable text mentions advisers and a leader, with references to recovery and support, but the context remains obscured. No specific persons, places, dates, or organizations are identifiable to produce a factual summary.

Judge replies to critics on standard oil case

Judge Francis Auer of the United States Court of Appeals defends the ruling that fined Standard Oil Company 100000. He says the offense involved the parent New Jersey company, not the Indiana subsidiary, and urges indicting the parent either jointly or separately. He notes the court seeks proper precedent and mentions a motion for rehearing has been filed.

Associated Pres Goshen Trd Auer Francis Tnfind States Court of Appeals Sindee New Jersey Wit Standard Ol Company Inediana Judrmenk Indig Sun ‘Om Company Eithee Ofton More Lews Inrila

Outbreak in Persia: Insurrection and Assassination Rumors

Alarming cables report a popular insurrection spreading through Hars, Laristan, and Merman provinces. A local governor has been assassinated as the Shah struggles to subdue Constitutionalists in Tabriz, raising fears of imminent anarchy across Iran.

Associated Press Teheran Bageshah Hars Laristan Merman Tabriz

Causes of mine accidents conference in Fittsture Pa

A conference on mining conditions and high fatality rates is under way in Fittsture Pa with Victor Watloyne chief of Belgium mines department and Clarence Hall of the United States Redington survey, joined by J W Paul of West Virginia. Attendance includes Captain Desher rough of England and Jerr Metesner of Germany as the congressional funded inquiry proceeds.

Associated Press Fittsture United States Victor Watloyne Department of Mines Clarence Hall United States Redingtent Survey J. W. Paul Department of Mines of West Virginia Desher= rough England Jerr Metesner Germany Wratteyna Congress Shis

Mysterious traveling man Eddy linked to blond man seen

Milwaukee August 26. A blond man seen at the Plankinton hotel on August 15 near Ralph Eddy and his Wooster companion. Iverson delaying search for children two days. Eddy dictated letters to a public stenographer while the partner awaited task completion. The man appeared close to Eddy and urged quick correspondence. No letters received yet. one claimed to include Randy's travel route.

Associated Press Milwaukee Wis Plankinton Hotel Ralph WW. Eddy Wooster N. BR. Iverson Childen Eddy Hia Takis Ralph Randy Alnee Endy

Advertising Men Gather for Fourth A D C A Convention

Kansan City hosts hundreds of advertising men at the opening of the fourth annual convention of the Associated Advertising Clubs of America. The gathering runs through Friday with discussions by leaders in newspapers and advertising. Speakers include Smith T Queal R Z Gunning and Arthur Hrlehane and Thomas Palmer of New York.

Kansan Amer Smith T R. Z. Gunning Hicago Arthur Hrlehane Thomas Palmer New York

Negroes Enter Passett Home in St Louis Robbery Fire

Two unidentified Black men forced entry to Virgil Passett's home, choked Mrs Bassett and locked her in a pantry, then set fire to the house before fleeing. Neighbors were alerted by the flames. Mrs Bassett was rescued half conscious. The burglars stole the locksmith's wrench, jewelry, about $5, and other items. no clue is available.

Associated Press St. Louis Virgil Passett Matorman

Ocean Liner Elektra Disabled After Collision

The steamship Elektra collided with a lighter during arrival at Liverpool. Wreckage entangled in her propeller, no injuries reported, and Elektra cannot sail this afternoon. Umbria will sail next Friday in her place.

Associated Frese Liverpool

All Quiet at Springfield as Troops Depart for Chicago

The Seventh Infantry and the National Guard, the last complete regiment on duty, left Springfield for Chicago this morning. The departure drew little attention and no excitement accompanied the move.

Springfield Associated Preas Seventh Infantry National Guard Chicago

Local Weather Forecast With Chance of Showers

Forecasters predict partly cloudy skies with a chance of showers tonight. Expect cooler temperatures, with a mild breeze developing after sunset and a low around the mid forties.

Wiscarmien

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