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Newspaper

Oshkosh Daily Northwestern

Location

Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1908

Page

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Cook in the Lead and Forces Stand Firm in Wisconsin Primary

In Milwaukee the Daily News reports that Republican senatorial campaigns center on mobilizing turnout for tomorrow’s primary. It notes Cook appears to lead Stephenson, with Stephenson supporters pressing a threefold campaign while Stephenson backers hope to sway booths. The La Follette fight continues in other counties as McGovern and Tratton vie for La Follette support amid statewide campaigning. Nebraska and Vermont contests are also noted with similar voter mobilization efforts and names of key candidates.

Northwestern Milwaukee The Daily News Woter Stephenson Cook Wook Thrce Jy Hin McGovern Tratton la Follette la Follete Uiese Gallips Mstrict Nebraska Aso Omaha Neb Eievion Down Whith Mayee Whith Mayee Dunes C. Daliman Amal C. Shallenberger Aimewil Georse Washinghon Berge Janvoln Sheldon With Republis

Miners Strike Ends in Birmingham District

An official order from the United Mine Workers ends a strike that began July 6 in the Birmingham area. President, Vice President White, and Treasurer Ryan signaled the closure after Alabama Governor barred miners from living in camps and holding meetings. Mines will operate on a nonunion basis.

Birmingham Ala Hirmingham White Ryan United Mine Workers of America Alabama Fke Birminghaum

Woman Bound and Gagged Near Buckeye Lake

Miss Joste Cup, organist at the Summer Land beach camp meeting near Buckeye Lake, was found bound and gagged to a walnut tree in Smith's Grove. She was unconscious from about eleven o'clock Sunday night until seven o'clock Monday morning and recalled nothing after six o'clock in Newark. She cannot identify her attackers.

Associated Press Colurbus Miss Joste Cup Summer Land Beach Buckeye Lake Willam Culp Smith's Grove Newark

Canadian Pacific Railway Washouts Halt Dozens of Trains

Heavy rains caused the worst washouts in the history of the Canadian Pacific division near Winnipes Aug 3. Torrential rain washed away hundreds of yards between Winnipes and Kenora, halting dozens of trains since Saturday night and causing major losses to the company.

Associated Press Winnipes Parific Railroad Kenora Eer

Behrman Dies After Suicide Attempt in Chicago Hotel

J H Behrman, a solicitor, died at County Hospital after attempting suicide by hanging with a rope in his Downtown Chicago hotel room. Letters suggest a possible relation to a Newark or New Yorker group. Associated Press report from Chicago dated Aug 31.

Wsy Associated Press Chicago J. H. Behrman Hungetrar

Taft Goes Fishing Near Rattle Snake Island

Judge Taft fished from the Faustina with companions Miller, Ewing, Corbin and Charles Taft on Middle Bass Island and off Rattle Snake reefs. They towed rowboats, catching four black bass including a three pounder. Taft may extend his stay to September 8 after a musical soiree at the club house.

Associated Fress Muldie Lass Taft Stuart Middle Bass Island Yard Miller Columbus Fosterly H. C. Corbin Charles Taft Mtr Beckwith Rattle Snake Reefs Rattle Snake Island Faustina Miller Ballast Island State of Ohio Judge Taft Charles T. Lewis Toledo Midde Bass Club Art Liavel Cincinnatii

Bryan Visits Minnesota for Campaign Events

Democratic candidate William Jennings Bryan arrived in Minnesota greeted by Gov. John A. Johnson and city leaders. He spoke at the state fair grounds on Governmental Vane and met with Johnson and party leaders to discuss campaign strategy in the Northwest.

St. Paul Mion Willian Ene Mings Bryan Minnesota Queet Lvre John A. Johnson John Lind National Connelltes- Ao Lynch Daniella Minnesota Lab Bryan Auncheen Abr. Lanete Merchants' Hatch Brean Johnsson Johnson Souchanferdl North West John Lson

Hitchcock Visits Chicago For Republican Conference

Frank A. Hitchcock, chairman of the Republican National Committee, arrived in Chicago for a meeting with Secretary and western executive members to finish appointing a director of the speakers' Institute. He plans to stay until Thursday and then return to New York for further talks before another Chicago visit.

Associated Press Chicago Tk Ang Frank A. Hitchcock Insteau New York Witcheck

Appleton Girl in Trouble Arrested in Chicago

May Pauly aged eighteen from Appleton Wisconsin and George Johnson aged nineteen from Oakland Kansas were arrested in Chicago after Johnson was caught trying to persuade the girl to enter a disorderly house. The girl said she ran away a month ago to Milwaukee where she met Johnson who then urged her to come to Chicago to earn money to support him.

Associated Press Chicago Pauly Appleton Wismund George Johnson Oakland Kas Milwaukee Johnson

Case Against Fitzgerald Postponed Again

The preliminary hearing for George W. Fitzgerald on charges of stealing $173,000 from the local sub-treasury was postponed once more by Judge Chetlain. Assistant States Attorneys Barbour and Popham stated federal authorities may take over the prosecution. a new hearing date is set for September.

Associated Crees Chicago George W. , Fitzsgerald Chetlain Madory George Ue Popham Fitegerald

Wisconsin Republicans set four candidates for Senate nomination

The state faces a four man field in the Republican primary for United States Senate. Ex-Congressman A. Cook of Neenah, James Stephen son of Marinette, incumbent W. H. Hatton of New London, and F. B. McGovern of Milwaukee vie for the nomination. McGovern, an attorney, joins three manufacturers who have canvassed the state amid deep interest in the outcome.

Wisconsin United States Senate United States Sonssor Badger Congresman &. A. Cook Neenah Jeane Stephenson Marinette W. H. Hatton New

Veterans Fill Toledo For Grand Army Encampment

Veterans from New York and Pennsylvania arrive by special trains for the forty second national encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic in Toledo Ohio. Mayor Brand Whitlock will give a welcome, Taft and Foraker to attend Wednesday parade with Lincoln club reception. Milwaukee veterans also depart for the event, with visits planned to Mingary Falls Buffalo and New York City.

Associated Press Toledo Grand Army of the Rrepublic Tempht Brand Whitlock William TH. ‘Taft Benner Foraker Tharing Lincoln Club Veterata Dusiness Resi Kkrata Ahd Cal William Scott Atlan Ga Cout Badger Milwaukee Wis Milw Plec Grand Army of the Republic Mingary Falle Buffalo New York

Exhumation Order Issued Over 1908 Dispensary Death

Chicago August 33 Associated Press says Judge A H Chetlain ordered the exhumation of Joseph Bula who reportedly died under peculiar circumstances at St Annes dispensary on May 15 1908. Chief Deputy Coroner Jones supported the order prompted by information from former dispensary worker Miss Gisella Smateka who alleges poisoning.

iBy Associated Press Chicago Joseph Bula St. Annes A. H. Chetlain Jones Rula Misa Giselll Smateka Mia Anna Brickler Bula

Fire destroys blocks in New Orleans business district

An early estimate puts fire losses at 81 400 000 with sixty two firms damaged or destroyed as investigators probe the cause. Officials note the blaze spread rapidly and question why full fire department strength was not deployed sooner.

Hy Associate New Orleans

Hainses Ready for Trial on October Court Opening

Counsel for Peter C. Hains and his brother T. Jenkins Hains were notified the case for the slaying of William A. Annis will be ready for trial on the opening day of the October term, expected to be October 5.

Associated Press New York Peter C. Hains T. Jenkins Hains William &. Annis District Altar

How They Got Rich Lecture Opens Chautauqua Series

Lee Francis Ly Larger discusses wealth concentration at Ripon Chautauqua. Ike Stites introduces Ly Barger of Philadelphia who argues wealth follows industrial growth and real estate power, warning of impoverishment for others. He cites Carnegie Rockefeller and Vanderbilt, notes real estate and public franchises as wealth bases, and urges reform alongside religious and political change.

Lee Francis LY Barger Vwo Bveg Effec ‘S Lou J. Beauechasp Platfern Philadelhia Elyvilana- Non Republic of Civilization Byarger Mr. Lybarger Carnegie Eastyund Mr. Carnegie John J. Rockerfeller Lybarren Aetors Astor New York City Labarger Lady Washington Quartet Winifred Townsend Tudwe Bengauda Ft. Windsey Robert Parker Mills George Paulkner Ao Teatre Round Table Readligs Gibeon Garks Hosa Crane Mr. Crane Bogrett Tyceum Fader Wicharl

Mystery entwines in death case as Bethune identity questioned

Relatives in New York and Chicago press theories on a drowning death, seeking a clew from investigators. The missing Bethune linked to a New York lawyer and a New Mexico connection, while authorities examine whether the drowned man is the married man. The investigation continues with officials in Pittsburgh and Chicago pursuing the thread.

Bethune Teely Mr. Bethune Jiaffalo Pittaburge Eid Mek Chicago York Wit Cone Mreo Bethune Mirigeinge Chitaga Tite Abarshel Gibran Fileeun ix Washington

Army officials visit Mart Leavens worth for inspection

Secretary of War Luke Ko Wrissht and Army chief J. Kravkiiwell arrived in Mart Leavens worth this morning for a inspection tour and to attend the opening ceremony. Secretary Secrest ary Wriendt and Gene Yel wstle plan to depart for Port Vilievw Ka.

Hottest Day Marks 25th Anniversary Glow

August 3 records a torrid afternoon as thermometers hit ninety degrees at 2:49 PM at the postoffice building. Mr. and Mrs. W. Gruenewid celebrated their twenty fifth wedding anniversary Sunday evening with close friends and informal entertainment.

Postoffice W. OF. Gruenewiid

Mystery Shooting Prompts Atlantic City Police Probe

In Atlantic City Aug. reports detail a shooting near Ballijine involving Charles Roberts. Mrs. Williams of Headiminiore, a key witness, left the city but promised cooperation with investigators. Detectives from Baltmire and Athurlie City pursue leads amid family and social circles involvement.

Associated Press Atlantic City Cemene Shdane Hay Charles 1 Roberts Mra. W Willains Headdimiore Clair Williams Troberts Athurlie Uffady

Golfers Excel Despite Mixed Results in Weekend Play

Golfer teams posted several trophies as Arthur Gruenewall led with the course record of seventy five in two rounds. John Challoner and Barnes also earned cups in various events while the four man teams tied in the Interurban Cup competition set to resume next Sunday at Shivs Boy.

Calkosh Walfert Nucle Air Excelement Vaureniar Ebose Kev Athor Gruemend Barnes John Challoner Galdegal Jgw John Ghailener Wls Goneneyworth Hogy CC Chage Hogy Arthur Gruewald Arthur Gruenewall

Flour clearances for week end August 29 and Tacoma totals

The Associated Press reports Portland weekly flour clearances reaching 42 724 barrels for the orient. Tacoma weekly totals show 41 422 barrels cleared for the orient.

My Associated Press Tortland Ore Tacoma Wash Orient

Chinese Government Weighs Recalling Washington Envoy

Peking August 31. The Chinese government considers recasting Wu Ting Fang the minister at Washington due to recent disclosures seen as indiscreet. Officials say Wu's platform utterances and public posture have embarrassed the government for months. TAung Tun-Yen is cited as a leading candidate to succeed Wu in Washington.

Associated Press Peking Wo Ting Fag Washington Chia America Taung Tun-Yen Bord of Foreign Affairs Wu Ting Fang

Deaths and Funeral Notices From Local Telegraph

Mrs. Lydia Jones died Saturday at her daughter-in-law’s home after a long life begun in Wales in 181% and spanning America since 1839. Survived by four children and many grandchildren, funeral services were set for 4 PM with interment in Chenovin NY. Also George A. Ruby died at Frederick Avenue residence after two weeks with typhoid at 43, leaving a wife and seven children. funeral plans pending.

Lydia Jones Morris Jones Elinor Wahtts Racine David M. Jones Tursends Cal Charles J. Jones Lingoln Nebo C. H. Clark Cedar Raplis T. R. Morgan Mra. Jones Morria Edward R. Jones Tirer Presbyterian Church Chenovin N.Y. le G George A. Ruby George W. Ruby Resi- Merice Frederick Avenue Deryvased Hazel, EB Verna M Olive Lo Gharies R Rex Earl G Slitney

Indians Meet Wausau In Weekend Series

The Tatlans return to their vantplog grounds to clash with the Lumberiaigeks from Wausau in a three game set at the driving park. Ferguson's team beat Fond du Lac Sunday at Fondy and seeks a different result against Indiana. Dallars lost three in Green Bay as they start the home series. errors hurt the first game and Nichols or Fuser is set to start today for Indiana.

Wausau Ferguson Fond du Lac Fondy Dallars Green Xly Bist Pimie Eiither Nichols Fuser

Woman Marries Then Leaves City After Conviction

Marie Wentsel Staty was arrested after a conviction for a disorderly house. She received a sixty day sentence suspended on probation and a leave city order. She reportedly left, then returned with Jacob Knapp from Menominee Michigan. The marriage did not affect the charge. Police then rearrested the bride and held her to pending sentence.

Marie Wentsel Staty Jaik Jacob Knapp Street Vem Wathy Menom- Tner Mich Khayeser Ewifnacher Honermoeun

Kato to London Amid Cabinet Reshuffle

The article reports Kato's appointment as ambassador to London as Count Komura returns to foreign affairs under Nuatsura. The promotion surprised observers and accompanies a Japanese cabinet shift. Fire department adds two new horses named Stes plensen aml and Sam Cook, prompting Mr. Cook to send cigars to the crew.

Assimeer & Farmer Sam Cook

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