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16 Dec 1904
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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1904
Page
1
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Thom Lawson of Boston meets New York promoter Colonel Greene at a Boston Touraine hotel. Police and hotel staff monitor the closed door conference amid a press standoff as Lawson declines press access while Greene aims to shield the gathering from reporters.
A blaze at 3 o'clock morning destroyed the Appleton Toy and Furniture warehouse and paint shop, with losses estimated between 19000 and 12000. Firemen escaped collapse danger, and one man jumped from a 35 foot ladder to avoid the falling stack. Local physicians announced higher fees starting January 1, citing higher living costs and medical expenses.
Madison Wis Dec 16 state treasury received 10446 dollars taxes due from Northwestern Coal Company's railroad near Superior. A draft for 3698 93 dollars is on the way from the Duluth South Shore Atlantic. Estimated total railroad taxes under ad valorem will reach 445924 dollars, higher than under license system.
A man identified as J. B. Richardson of the Soule Grain company fatally shot Miss Nellie Christianson, a dressmaker at Donaldson's department store, on a main city street then killed himself. The incident occurred in Minneapolis this afternoon, December 18, reported by Associated Press.
A fire in Skowhegan Maine today destroyed the Cobourn hat block, the town’s largest business block, and two small buildings. Authorities say losses may exceed 140000 dollars and the blaze was sparked by an overheated stove.
In Milwaukee district a special report from Washington notes a congress session discussing manpower. Officials indicate twenty three employees will be needed in the district to support operations and a key appointment is expected.
In Cleveland Mrs. Cassie Chadwick faced Oberlin Bank President Beckwith in a dramatic jail corridor encounter. The banker pressed for truth about Chadwick’s affairs while she offered guarded replies and suggested continued efforts to resolve the Chadwick case.
President Beckwich faced a tid jury for two hours. After leaving the jury room he was read of Edward W. Powers of New York, who was mentioned in the testimony and answered in the affirmative.
Budapest reports Premier Tisza warned the lower house he may dissolve parliament if it fails to agree within three days and urged an indemnity bill to permit him to leave for the electors. Opposition leader Kossuth signaled no obstacle to the bill, while the government faced the challenge of reconciling with the Tisza cabinet.
New York December 16 Justice Davis denies defense motion to discharge Miss Patterson and signals closing within the week. Prosecutor Hand nears rest after weeks of testimony including Mrs Young and letters from Mrs Sith. Patterson prepared to testify if defense rebuts state case.
Reports from Port Arthur and Mukden claim Japanese naval success against Russian ships and forts. Observers say the fortress remains defended, with several ships sunk and casualties on the Japanese side. General Kawamura met officials at Harbin and discussed artillery support for Chinese troops near Sinmintin.
Warrants were issued at Bow Street for the arrest of JL Bourke Roche and Mr Sinnett over the transfer of the turbine yacht Caroline to the Russians at Libau. The offenses are not extraditable and the pair have not placed themselves within British reach. Scotland Yard will await their voluntary arrival in Britain.
Severe snowstorms began overnight in Nebraska and North Dakota causing major traffic delays and raising the risk of accidents. Reports indicate reduced visibility and slowed travel as crews work to clear routes amid worsening winter conditions.
The Senate opened debate on amendments to the Philippine government bill and a statehood measure. Beveridge reported the statehood bill and signaled immediate motion after the Philippine bill. Bate moved to recommit for further testimony and Bard proposed limiting the state to Oklahoma and Indian Territory. Gallinger pressed on a possible executive session agreement. The chamber also discussed exemptions for bonds and a Spooner substitute on railway bonds, while the House began committee of the whole on its agenda.
The Gray bribery case in Food du Lac Wisconsin went to the jury as defense testimony closed. Judge Kirwan allotted two and a half hours for final arguments after Mr Gray testified he served seven years on the council and missed one meeting due to his wife’s death. The next case involves William Seggessemen accused of offering $75 to an alderman.
The Associated Press reports the Republican attorneys seek to remove from the official count four Denver precinct votes after fraud findings in trial of election officials for contempt. If rejected, Republicans would gain three state senate seats in Denver, potentially giving them control and the governor’s tie vote. They plan to unseat two Democrats seated on contest rulings from two years ago if they win the chamber.
Prince Fushima of Japan visited the Chicago stock yards today as guest of the Saddle and Sirloin club at luncheon. He and his retinue of Japanese officers depart tonight for San Francisco via the Union Pacific route.
A fashion note describes making a flowered silk work bag with embroidery hoop handles. It suggests using seven eight the yard of silk, four and a half yards of ribbon, and scented sachet embellishments. The bag suits summer use for handkerchiefs and fans and fits sewing afternoon activities.
An adjourned common council meeting adopted Karl Lehmanns superstructure plans for the Main street bridge. The city and Winnebago Trexlan Co agreed on plank payment with arbitration if needed. power and gate specs spurred discussion, and bids would avoid fixed gate types.
Representative Baker of New York introduced a resolution asking the attorney general to report to the house whether the beef trust is in restraint of trade and, if so, what legal steps have been taken to forfeit the property in transit between states.
In Rising Sun Indiana on December 16 objections by the defense to admitting testimony about friendly or unfriendly relations between James and Elizabeth Gillespie were sustained by James Cornet. At the former trial Judge Downey admitted similar evidence. Prosecution evidence hinges on the sibling relationship and the ruling seen as important.
Kostroma officials sent an address to the Russian minister of justice advocating reform of existing laws. The move aligns with the aims of the law association urging changes to the legal framework.
Albany financier John T D Parson Jr president of the Albany Trust Company and of the National Exchange Bank of Albany died today of heart disease. He was a notable figure in local banking and civic circles.
A group of twelve naval officers at the Army and Navy club discuss Captain Converse commander of the battleship Hainois. They debate whether his specialty lies in electric veigh explosives torpedo work ordnance or general command, noting his engineering and administrative strengths and Roosevelt’s support.
The Quarles-Cooper bill to empower the interstate commerce commission to fix railway rates sparked a Senate hearing led by Edward B. Bacon of Milwaukee. He pressed for suspending rate findings during appeals and a sixty day pause, while senators pressed for alignment with presidential wishes and practical railroad impact.
In Oshkosh municipal court a Menasha trio John Dombrofskii Jacob Kole schinski and Mrs Brexinski were found guilty of tally swearing their children's ages to secure mill work. The woman faced 3808 dollars in fines and the men 19.08. Chief of Police Allen oversaw cases. the family faces medical and welfare concerns, with later notes on county medical care and local civic group activities.
A factory explosion in Portsmouth Ohio kills one worker and injures many as flames trap employees. Several women jump from second and third stories in a desperate attempt to escape with others hurt and some fatally injured.
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