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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1908
Page
6
An international romance ends in the engagement of Count Adolf Montgela, first secretary of the German embassy in Tokio, to Miss Fanny Hazeltine Hazeltine of Grand Rapids, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Charles S. Hezeltine.
Signor Arminte Conte the Italian consul to Milwaukee issued an appeal to Milwaukeeans and Wisconsin residents to aid the stricken Italiana after the earthquake. A committee appointed by Mayor Rose will devise ways to collect aid and Governor Davidson will be asked to issue a proclamation.
Mrs Math ew Du Rocher aged sixty seven died Monday at her Kaukauna home after months of cancer. She underwent an operation at St Vincent's Hospital in March and returned home in August. born March 24 1847 at Green Bay she married Alexander Du Rocher who served in the Civil War. Surviving are her children Mrs Henry Young of Janesville and Aloysius Du Rocher of Kaukauna, plus three sisters and a brother. Funeral Thursday at St Marys church with interment at Allouez cemetery Green Bay.
Racine Wisconsin telegram reports the dead body of James B. Hinds found in his room with a self inflicted bullet wound. He allegedly took his own life after a shortage in his account with the J I Case Threshing Machine company. Hinds was a popular figure in local and social circles and had worked for Case Threshing in Racine before being assigned to Winnipeg as a collector.
An executive faced suspected irregularities in Winnipeg resigned and traveled to Racine with Charliex Sawyer to review Winnipeg affairs. He disappeared Monday. his body was found Tuesday. Authorities estimate the shortage at about 32,000 dollars, with a 5,000 dollar bond backing the Case company.
The United States Supreme Court may soon decide if newspaper and magazine publishers may legally accept transportation in exchange for advertising on The Columns. The Manon Route, Chicago Indianapolis and Louisville Railway, challenged lower court rulings that such exchanges violate federal law. If advanced, a final decision could come before the May term.
Dec 30 report notes Cartina Serafine Vanontelli suffered a stroke of apoplexy. Fading health had raised expectations he would be a leading candidate for the papal seat, alongside Cardinal Rampolla and Cardinal Grotti. early scrutiny mentions a few developments.
The text notes that Cardinal Gibone was unable to continue as secretary of the congregation of the Holy Office and the pope, Pius X, consented to relieve him. Carolinal Rampalla has been asked to undertake the duties of the vacant position as successor and current prefect.
Tax experts from Minnesota Kansas and Indiana confer with Wisconsin tax commission to compare taxation methods and discuss questions of mutual interest. The informal conference ends with a dinner at the new women's building tonight. Minnesota reps include Frank I. McVey Samuel Lord and O M Hall. Kansas members are Judge Samuel T. Howe S C Crummer and Judge W S Glasa. Indiana's delegate is John C. Wingate.
San Diego reports William Morse grandson of professor Morse killed Mexican Indian Juan Amidor after an attack with a knife near Trinidad in California. Morse fired once, injuring the assailant, and surrendered to authorities at Ensenada following the incident.
The American Society for the Advancement of Science held a general meeting at the Friends assembly hall featuring a symposium on block exchange regulation. Henry Clews and Eugene Meyer Jr. of New York addressed speculation versus investment and the stock exchange's link to the Panic of 1907. Hugo Munsterberg to speak on The Problem of Beauty for the American Philosophical Association.
Dieting is said to harm the body by disturbing digestive gland balance and causing partial starvation symptoms. It argues the body needs a variety of nutrients for muscles bones and brain and that restrictive diets can lead to constipation by depriving the intestines of fibrous matter. A suggested home remedy mix is described to neutralize acidity and aid digestion, with cost noted.
Funeral for Mrs Sarah Jane Sheldon held at home after two years bedridden from a hip fracture. Born in Montpelier Vermont she moved to Ausalle New York then the village with husband T S Sheldon who died thirty two years ago. Survived by daughter Miss Ella Sheldon. Postmaster O W Babcock orders a large electric sign for the post office. Frank Brockway returns home from vacation and works on Union Pacific extension project.
Willam Stockfaner of Birnamwood died when a tree fell at camp 12 of the Connor Lumber company near Laona. The field body was taken to Birnamwood. Clementine ad notes use of Gold Medal Flour for angel food cake.
The Northwestern notes transfers by Greenlaw-Thomas Abstract at corner State and Otter streets. Ida B Maxwell sells to John L Nedersen and Emma Nedersen part of late G F Wright subdivision in Oshkosh second ward. Peter Yost Jr and Anna Yost to Charles Nickel on about 120 acres in Winneconne town section 34.
Milk dealers warn that milk bottles bearing their name are registered and copyrighted and ask owners to return them. An ad follows for plumbing and heating services and a mufflers sale at Wallach on Main Street with special offers and a one dollar price.
A dense page of classified ads and notices offers job requests for carpenters and cabinet makers in Racine Wisconsin, barbers in Chicago, and various general housework positions. It includes sales pitches for a diamond imitate ring, piano tuner services, and miscellaneous goods. Lost items feature dogs, a bracelet, a purse, and a pocketbook with contact details.
A dense ad page showcases diverse opportunities from businesses for sale and stock offerings to real estate bargains. Listings include a debt-free opportunity with large cash profits, shipping rate ads, poultry stock sales, boat launches, land parcels for sale, houses and apartments for rent, and miscellaneous furniture and household items for sale.
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