Grafton Dies After Long Struggle in Wisconsin Episcopate
Charles C. Grafton bishop of Fond du Lac Episcopal diocese dies at 11:44 am after a long illness. Born in Boston on April 12, 1820, he was famed as a high church exponent in America and for work in London slums and as a cholera hospital chaplain in Shoreditch.
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Charles Chapman Grafton Early Life and Path to the Priesthood
The article traces Charles Chapman Grafton’s youth in Boston and education at Boston Latin School and Phillips Academy, his eye illness, and early Episcopal involvement. It covers his Harvard law studies, decision to seek Holy Orders, ordination as deacon in 1865 and priesthood in 1858, and early assignments in Maryland, Baltimore, and Philadelphia amid the Civil War era. It notes his early stipend of $26 and declined calls to Washington and St. Paul’s, while indicating his federal sympathies during the war.
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Power to the people and the coming democracy
The piece quotes Chief Justice Winslow on the direct primary initiative recall and the move toward popular election of U S senators. It argues democracy rests on citizen intelligence and virtue and questions whether the electorate is fit to rule. It warns against letting ignorant or corrupt voters decide major issues and calls for improved citizen education.
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Senator Isaac Stephenson Ill While Fishing Camp Update
Relatives in Marinette Wis report Senator Isaac Stephenson not seriously ill after indigestion and a cold. Doctors and railway officials accompanied by Dr Harry Long traveled from Escanaba to the fishing camp. A medical train was sent, with further condition updates awaited as a verdict on his health remains pending.
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Funeral Mass Held for Rev Joseph William Kits
Pontifical requiem at St John’s Church with state dignitaries and forty two priests in attendance marked the funeral of the late Rev Joseph William Kits who served as pastor at the church. The services were conducted by high Catholic officials from across the state.
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Governors on the Campaign Trail Across Pennsylvania and Vermont
New Jersey Governor Wilson reports a strenuous tour through Pennsylvania with about 210 miles of travel and nearly 40 000 people reached. He says back platform talks distract from speeches but enjoys hand shaking with voters along unplanned receptions. Roosevelt continues through Vermont with stump speeches and praise for weather aiding rallies. Johnson campaigns in Wyoming urging shorter working hours and child labor abolition. Taft departs Ohio en route to Beverly Massachusetts.
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Seidel Analyzes Parties in Acceptance Report
Emil Seidel of Milwaukee, the Socialist vice presidential nominee, publicly accepted the nomination. He criticized rival parties, praising Socialism as scientifically correct and predicting it would advance beyond capitalism and other systems. He spoke while campaigning in New England.
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Five Coal Miners Killed in German Mine Collapse
Five coal miners were killed and another seriously injured when a wooden platform collapsed at a mine in Gelsenkirchen Prussia this morning. The accident occurred as workers stood on a shafterers, causing a fatal fall into the shaft.
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Pastor to Celebrate 20th Anniversary at Chartes Street Lutheran
A pastor will mark the twentieth anniversary of his service at Chartes Street Lutheran in La Crosse Wisconsin with a special service. The event is announced in the Northwestern in La Crosse.
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Funeral for Bishop C. C. Grafton Set for Tuesday
The funeral will be held Tuesday September 3 at St. Pauls cathedral officiated by Father Huntington of West Park New York. Burial follows at Rienzi cemetery Fond du Lac with a cemutaph to be erected at St Aual one chapel. The body will be transported to St Pauls cathedral Sunday morning for death watch and public viewing Sunday afternoon. A funeral mass dedicated by Elbridge St Gerry will be played at the service.
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Four Men Killed When Rail Car Proceeds Crash Conway
Four men died and several others injured when a Pennsylvania passenger train crashed into a work train clearing a Conway wreck. The engineer A J Coughenour and laborer A Reeder died, along with two unidentified workers. Fireman L C Vaughn was fatally hurt. other crew members injured. A flagman had warned but was ignored. A separate fatality occurred in Texas near Semple when a Missouri Kansas Texas train derailed.
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Merz Wins Illinois Trophy In Elgin Auto Races Duel
At Elgin on opening day 1911 races, Charles Merz in a Stutz edged GI Anderson by under two minutes to win the Illinois trophy over 203 miles. Hughie Hughes wins the Aurora trophy for Mercer, with Eddie Pullen second. Endicott leads in Jencks race after Ford exits. time 1h 40m 52s for 152 miles.
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Indictments Quashed in Everglades Inquiry
Washington August 20 Indictments against Charles G Ellott former chief drainage engineer A D Moore house assistant F E Singleton chief accountant and R P Teele accountant charging approval of false vouchers against the government were quashed today at the government's request The cases stemmed from the Florida Everglades land inquiry.
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Riot in State Prison Reported in Jackson
A serious riot broke out among convicts at the Michigan state prison in Jackson today. The dining room was partially wrecked during the outbreak. Prison employees refused to provide details on arrests as Warden Nathan F. Mmpeon was in Chicago.
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Taft Reaches Buffalo in Early Afternoon Visit
President Taft arrived in Buffalo at 3 50 this afternoon and left at 3 00 by rail. A reverend and local officials greeted the president during a brief stop in the city.
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Fire Claims Woman and Six Children in Rutherford
Mrs Emilio Debarro and six of her seven children perished in a Rutherford New Jersey fire that destroyed their second floor home. Debarro and the thirteen year old son escaped by leaping from a second story window as flames blocked rescue efforts. Firemen think a spark from a passing locomotive may have started the blaze.
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Wool Mill Chief Arrested Over Dynamite Conspiracy
Boston, Aug 30 President William Wood of the American Woolen company surrendered to authorities on an indictment charging conspiracy to distribute dynamite in Lawrence during the Lawrence strike last winter. The firm, a major New England textile player with 33 mills and 75 million dollars in capitalization, employs about 16 000 workers in Lawrence. Wood supplied $5 000 cash bail and faces arraignment in superior court next Tuesday.
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Wife of Oil Magnate Dies in Grand Central Dining Car
Mrs. Henry J Rogers wife of the late president of Standard Git company died suddenly today in a dining car at Grand Central Station New York after a journey from Bretton Woods New Hampshire to her home. She had battled heart trouble for ten years and her condition worsened during the trip.
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Kaiser Goess to Berlin
German Emperor and Empress Wilhelm II travel to Berlin with their daughter Princess Victoria Louise, escorted by a strong royal retinue. The journey appears ceremonial as they reach Berlin amid formalities and public interest.
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Turks and Greeks at War Front Skirmishes Reported
Serious clashes between Turkish and Greek regulars on the frontier yesterday left a number of soldiers killed or wounded. Athens dispatch notes renewed fighting and Military authorities warning of further danger as troops clash along the border.
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Poisoned by Rusty Nail in Wisconsin Farm Family Tragedy
In Stanr Relville, Kewaunee County, 24 year old daughter of Adam Selner died after stepping on a rusty nail. She contracted blood poisoning two weeks ago and died in a Green Bay hospital.
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Only a Woman in Western Canada Colonization Effort
Blakeley notes a woman led the effort within a colonization venture in western Canada. JT Swiss is surprised a woman organized the process, while Blakeley argues colonists must be trained and aided to profit the rail line behind the enterprise. He contends women can do anything if they set their minds to it.
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Cody tops British army aviation prizes at Salisbury Plain
London reports that 8 F Cody, an American who became a British subject, won the top prize of 4000 pounds in the global aviation contest at Salisbury Plain. Armand de Pourtales took 2000 pounds in the same event, while Cody secured another 3000 pounds in a British subjects only competition with a bi plane of his own design.
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Labor Day Baseball Set for Oshkosh and Appleton
Labor Day doubleheader schedule confirms two Oshkosh vs Appleton games, one morning and one afternoon, with Appleton as the Labor Day opponent and a prior postponement makeup set for tomorrow afternoon. Manager Kilian and officials expect strong attendance as the Oshkosh-Warriors rivalry continues amid a five-meeting burst in three days.
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Saloonkeeper Bankruptcy Filing Reported in Menasha
Paul Stachowitz a Menasha saloon keeper filed a voluntary petition in bankruptcy. Case referred to Referee Charles M Forward for settlement. Unsecured creditors include Doin Mhielen of Oshkosh for about 200. Real estate valued at 4000. Household goods 150, wearing apparel 50. Total assets around 200, but exemptions may reduce creditor recovery.
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Oshkosh Dentists Enjoy River Outing Planned Saturday
About fifteen Oshkosh dentists will group on the river Saturday afternoon and spend Sunday at Riehter's landing. Several dental supply houses have been invited to accompany the delegation. They plan to take Titers on a regular steamer, enjoying a two day outing at one of the most picturesque places on the river with fishing tackle.
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Elgin Race Official Dead In Car Accident
J. T. Ballinger an official of the Stromberg Mattor Liginiine was killed when a car driven by Babe linger overturned near Addison while returning from Chicago to Elgin for the races. William Vketinger's brother was injured in the crash.
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Assault in Guatemala City shocks officials
Dr. Luis Lazoarriaigo, former Honduran minister in Washington, was assaulted in Guatemala City on August 29. The State Department reported today that the attack likely will result faintly, but offered no cause or details on the method or the assailant, who had not been apprehended.
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Lakeland Steamer Reported Sunk Near Whitefish Point
The Lakeland passenger steamer is reported sunk at Whitefish Point near Lake Superior. Duluth officials have no confirmed report. the vessel has been overdue, and Coast Guard or port authorities have not issued a formal discovery.
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Marines Guard Nicaragua Force Heads to Colon
A force of about 750 sailors and marines sailed from Philadelphia to Nicaragua to reinforce Managua duties. reinforcements aim to protect cable stations and rail links, with 130 marines due at Colon and 500 more to Managua. The operation seeks to safeguard Americans and restore communications amid rebel activity.
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Man Falls to Death From Hotel Window in Chicago
Walter Richter a 35 year old sculptor from Rossington Indiana, leapt from a third story ledge at the Schouder hotel on Washington Street and died after spectators failed to reach him. A dachshund found in the room was his only companion and was cared for by police.
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Rain delays Appleton Oshkosh game in Wisconsin
Rain delayed the Appleton-Oshkosh game in Wisconsin. A downpour began early and continued into the morning, postponing the event.
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