28 Aug 1919
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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1919
Page
1
Reports from Chicago indicate hog prices may tumble to around 15 dollars per hundredweight within three days as major packers pull out of trading. Hog quotes fell from 17 dollars to 16 dollars, with most sales near 17 dollars, while the market experiences the steepest drop since the Roosevelt panic of 1907.
Uncertain text describes West Point cadets arriving from Leshorn today in charge of Capiz West. Crowds cheered at the railroad station as cadets marched to the American embassy then to an alert reception before the pope, with reportedly festive crowds and numbers.
Report from Laredo states Mexican bandits scored a victory in a surprise raid on federal forces. The incident, described by United Frees, details unclear troop movements and a clash that left captives. Further dispatches are awaited for precise numbers and locations.
A mob incident in Georgia left a Black individual seriously harmed as bystanders attacked during a tense confrontation. Police investigated the scene while witnesses described chaotic shouting and threats. The victim was hospitalized as authorities pursued leads and prepared for further action.
A terse report notes that the Allied mandate commission may meet again next year. Colonel House reportedly declined to go to Paris to sign the Austro-German accord, amid unclear international negotiations and shifting Allied positions.
An Associated Press dispatch from Honduras reports the revolution not yet put down. Sources claim rebels have reoccupied Santa Barbara, capital of the department of that name, as General Car Gonzale leads large rebel forces. Reports also say Texicigama's forces captured Caridad.
In Washington DC the Kellogg proposal to license interstate corporations is discussed in Palmer's hands as a Senate subcommittee weighs the measure. The bill covers corporate assets and air commerce amid broader regulatory moves, with debate centering on scope and enforcement.
Northwestern Madison Market Director Edward Jan announced he will leave for Madison to assume duties with Neramen Sul. The move shifts leadership as the market transitions to the new post in Wisconsin.
A rough note from Washington references witnesses and a Senate Agriculture Committee gathering. Mentions camp names Sereighs Kenren and Kendrick and reserves ad oaf the saveral. Text is fragmentary with many garbled terms and lacks clear events or dates.
A terse note reports Belgium acquiring surplus goods through indirect channels in Holland and related warehouse trade disruptions. Names and exact quantities are unclear due to garbled OCR but the event centers on cross border stock movement and warehouse sales.
President Wilson will start his country tour for the peace treaty and League of Nations next Wednesday September 3 with a first stop in Columbus Ohio. From there he will travel to Indianapolis and then to San Francisco with stops including San Diego Los Angeles Seattle Sacramento and others as plans firm up.
The President asked Congress for an additional five hundred twenty five thousand nine hundred dollars to cover Asian mission costs through July. Total spending by July 1 reached three hundred twelve thousand and ninety six dollars, with rent and other unspecified charges bringing the figure to one point five six million. The American commission reported rising prices and urged continued support.
Specified Press Madicon reports the state railway commission announced a formal investigation into long distance tolls. The federal government previously cut long distance rates by twenty five percent last January, with the state carrying the matter forward. The action aims to reduce transportation charges for consumers.
A terse note mentions Dempsey favoring Detroit as Dewees sets ten wel mahé in 16 nib contests here and Mt Chalienzer. The fragmentary text references boxing or sport contests and possible locations Mt Chalienzer, with Detroit tied to Dempsey.
Lenine seeks peace amid rising tensions as negotiations unfold involving multiple parties in a tense international scene. The report notes cautious steps toward dialogue and calls for restraint from involved governments.
Industrial balance of the nation sits with the Federation of Labor as delegates from unions debate future policy and potential strikes. The session weighs wage demands, steel industry pressures, and calls for a possible conference with steel executives, while officials deny any Labor Day strike order.
President Wilson will present the pro treaty view across the nation while senators plan to tour and present the opposition. He aims to emphasize the League of Nations, Shantung settlement, China’s rights under the league, and domestic issues like labor and railroad wages, with speeches in regions friendly to the league and those with strong opposition.
Hundreds of fight fans from the state are expected to attend champion Tuesday and Wednesday next week. The Dempsey bout here was made possible by the Chicago strike affecting cars.
Paris dispatch reports France likely to ratify the peace treaty with Germany within a short time despite some deputies doubting the adequacy of safeguards. Debate will continue after ratification with motions of regret and objections to certain clauses, followed by consideration of an Anglo American French protection treaty.
Fragmented report from Washington outlines labor tensions and a possible federal response as workers in San Francisco and other cities consider strikes. Details are unclear due to damaged text, but mentions officials, unions, and the Intertia agency amid wage and working condition discussions.
Vaughen Hubert was shot during the attack on Milwaukee Police Officer Reber L. Vorner. Sentenced by Judge Packos, Harris of Milwaukee-Harves area reported by Cried Press. The suspect, Vacenn, received twenty-five years in Waupun prison for the shooting incident.
In Milwaukee Tom Andrews reports on Dempsey appearances and a campaign theme linked to rail activity. The paper notes United Capital and Labor regulations and a grand meeting is set to occur locally. A Montenegro revolt is mentioned alongside campaign concerns.
The New York Associated Press report notes Andrew Carnegie's will partitions a vast estate valued in the tens of millions. It details bequests to Mrs Carnegie, Mrs Miller, and heirs, with substantial gifts to Elihu Root and other relatives, including gifts to charitable funds and a hotel fund in New York.
A conference of agricultural officials from states across the nation met to address the European corn borer threat to U S corn crops. State Agriculture Commissioner Charles S Wilson led talks on policy for containment and price impact, with input from entomologists C F P Caffree, Prof Charles A Dean, and Prof R W W Harned.
Federal agents seized Wisconsin beer shipments en route to Chicago amid a government action targeting Milwaukee and Renorna producers. The operation involved confiscation of nineteen crates and associated shipments, with authorities declining to identify beer owners. The move aimed to prevent alleged interstate trade violations and disrupt illicit distribution.
A tentative announcement from Milwaukee reports that at a meeting of the country central committee Zabel resigned from a leadership post. The notice notes that a substantial portion of the entry been demanded and accepted in principle.
Fragmentary account states a salesman named Cubahy was attacked by union members. The text mentions trees milwhanhee four met and references a company and sheriff, but details are unclear. Further readable items describe force, brief injuries, and a related plant incident without coherent chronology.
A fatal air collision near Americus involved Ted Prése and several others including K McRey of Washington and Pat Rota Gronk. The crews were reportedly aboard airplanes from UG and were cleared for a routine flight over Southern Field when the accident occurred at a high altitude. Investigators began securing the scene and collecting witness statements from nearby airstrip personnel.
Senator La Follette fights a bill to lease western coal and oil lands on public domain arguing it endangers national resources and Navy needs. He seeks amendments to halt leases and to strike class provisions shielding claimants from presidential orders, urging government control.
The United States Grain Corporation announced new prices for lower wheat grades for the 1919 crop. No. 1 Northern remains at 25- year dollars, No. 2 at 32.18 and others follow, with adjustments for grade gaps. The measure aims to boost earnings for farmers in Minnesota North and the Great Plains, with producers receiving more under guaranteed grading rules.
Fragmentary report suggests Athos of Mankain and Pellews discussed a plan to trim the state guard. A 1 percent figure was floated as part of a broader reform effort, with negotiations indicating possible reductions and elimination from a regiment.
In Washington the AFL and steel unions demand union leaders meet with United States Steel chairman Judge Gary to avoid a strike. A letter to Gary asserts authority tested by Gary and notes life standards for steel workers fall well below the average wage. In Cleveland three thousand steel workers walk off amid disputes over wages and conditions.
The Associated Press reports Minnesota World War Veterans, an organization of former service men, will urge the state legislature next month to pass a bill providing $15 a month to all former service members for each month they served their country.
London reports that Polish insurgents in Upper Silesia formed two regular fronts against German forces. The German garrison at Myslowice was surrounded and forced to surrender. The action marks intensified resistance with a decisive encirclement resulting in German capitulation.
United Press reports France buys US army property including railroads and buildings for 300 million dollars in a sale financed by ten percent bonds. The transaction involves foreign ownership of strategic assets and reflects wartime asset realignment.
Fragmentary report notes a transport to New York on a Tuesday involving 32 ammo units. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR but indicate a military transport or supply movement.
Fragmentary column reports showers and damp conditions across north portions and a warmer trend later Friday. Forecasts mention mild temperatures, with evolving conditions in the east and central sections, noting possible changes in wind and humidity.
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