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Oshkosh Daily Northwestern

Location

Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Jan 02, 1908

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England Faces New Trouble Over Immigrant Race Riots

London dispatch reports rising alarm in Britain over immigration in white colonies and renewed racial clashes in the Transvaal with Indians and Chinese facing registration or expulsion. A Tokyo memorandum to Washington on Japanese immigration is under consideration as President Taft seeks a satisfactory U S position.

London England Ashiks Transvaci Vancouver Canada Japan Pacific America Faasvar Johannesburg

Women Smoke in New York Public Dining Rooms

The plan allowing women to smoke in public dining rooms proved successful at a Broadway restaurant New Year's Eve, prompting another famed eaterie to follow. Managers expect several more to join, while big hotels and Fifth Avenue restaurants are not yet ready to change.

New York Fifth Avenue

Exile for Radicals Indicted in St Petersburg

Indictments returned against all members of the executive committee of the Popular Socialist Party in St Petersburg. They face trial for conspiracy with eight years penal servitude possibly. Notables include Asnensky and Ivan Miakotin with ties to Gorky era, plus lawyers and organizers. The Duma may suspend sittings pending the case as authorities pursue actions against radical leaders. Premier Stolypin reports Kosrotom indicted for post election speech inciting murder of police.

St Petersburg Pups Socialist Party Court of Appeals Secis Revolutioniats Social Revolutiomary Party Asnensky Ivan Miakotia Masim Gorky Fortress M. Lutzen Leagues of Leagues Spccral Democratic Duma Viborg Social Revolutionary Organization Radical Politics Bat Nicholas Tschaikovsky Stolypin M. Khomyekofm The AL Kosrotom Ufa

Deer shooting scandal shocks Wis. community

Special to The Nort Alvacukee reports deputy warden and state investigators probe a shooting tied to alleged illegal deer hunts. The chaotic incident to be examined involved political party tensions and a crowd near the western region, with authorities pursuing answers.

Wis Thwestern Senator Latrip

Medical Course Reform Meets at Pittsburg

An important gathering of leading medical men and educators from across the country convened at the Carnegie Institute in Pittsburg to chart the work of the American Academy of Medicine. The council plans to push for a six year medical education. it also advocates a uniform state medical examination to allow practice across state lines. The academy’s work will influence the June Chicago meeting. Presidents Schurman Jordan and Moffatt head the discussion.

Associated Frees Pittsburg Carnegie Iostitute American Academy of Medicine Academy Chicago Academy of Medicine Jacob G. Schurman Cornell University David Starr Jordan Leland Stanford University James D. Moffatt Washington and Jefferson College

Roosevelt Taft discuss army officers who failed to make good

President Roosevelt and Secretary Taft will decide the fate of officers who did not perform in the recent horseback contest. Brig. Gen Charles E. Smith retires from the ordnance service and Col Marshall faces retirement after a failed ride due to weight. Two Philippine Commission vacancies will be filled and an officer promoted to brigadier general. Captain J B Pillsbury is named chief of the Navy aviation bureau following the conference with the President.

Py Associated Press Washington, D. C Roosevelt Taft Army Marshall Ambrose Channel New York Huree Marshall Wersus Philippine Commission Zeneral Charles E. Smith Ordnance Department Metcalf J. B. Pillsbury Navy Department Pillsbury

Family tragedy at Leichhardt ends in triple death

Irving Baker his wife and their four year old son were found dead in bed with their throats cut at Leichhardt twenty miles south of Kington. Neighbors who failed to see them on New Year’s Day forced entry and uncovered the scene. Baker was in heavy debt and jealous of his wife, investigators say.

Associated Press Kington Irving Baker Leichhardt Here Devies Baker

Milwaukees Jan Special Iron Absurd Local Action

In brief readable fragments a Milwaukee clerk describes a confusing incident with Mrs Bilas Miller. She entered a store, bought something, lit a flame, and drank. a stopping event occurred as police intervened and a warning was issued. The text is garbled with many unclear names and dates.

Milwaukee Wis Jaresville Bilas Miller Jasan

Tobacco ban vote across counties halts sale in 1908

In a Jan. Press report inspectors refuse tobacco sales after tallying 4680 pounds of Barler SaAMpie goods and 03.00 pounds noted. The counties of White Buriey vote not to permit tobacco in 1908, reflecting a regional stance on tobacco distribution.

Barler Saampie Tobarcoe

Supreme Court Dismisses Petition Over Botanic Garden Trees

The court today dismissed the petition filed to halt a memorial commission decision that threatened historic trees in Washington D C. Justice Justien Goold dissented from the petitioner’s argument while the case referenced the United States Botanic Gardens and related preservation concerns.

Washineter Jambia Justien Goold Courba Geernm United States Botanic Gardens

Notable US Surgeon Dr Nicholas Senn Dies in Chicago

Chicago dispatch reports Dr Nicholas Senn famed surgeon and former chief surgeon of the Sixth Army Corps during the Spanish American War died today. Born in Switzerland in 1849 he studied at Chicago Medical College and Munich and practiced in Fond du Lac before moving to Chicago. He was a renowned operative innovator and medical educator. Also noted: James Ganriner Stowe consul general to South Africa 1887 to 1899 and leading Kansas City manufacturer died aged ninety five. James B Westhater professor of physics at the University of Denver died aged forty five.

Chicago Nicholas Senn United States Fond du Lac S.xth Army Corps Seid Gr. Seng James G. Stowe Karsas James Ganriner Stowe South Africa Hers Isdar Iola English Tr of London J. B. Westhater Denver Cot James B. Westhater University of Denver

Doctor Hillis Improving After Illness

Dr Hillis, pastor of Plymouth Church in Brockin, grew better after a severe cold Wednesday. Baylan said he should almost fully recover in a few days.

Newell Wwalighe Hs Plymouth Church Brockiin Baylan Fillits

Hart Defends Himself in Disbarment Hearing

The Minnesota special supreme court panel weighs the state board of law examiners recommendation to disbar Attorney Francis B. Hart of Minneapolis after his charges against rulings of the supreme court. Hart argues he acted within his rights as he faces plans for testimony beginning March 10 under Commissioner Rex-Governor G. Ives.

Associated Press St. Paul, Minn Supreme Court Johnson State Board of Law Examiners Francis B. Hart Minneapolis Capitol Hart

Walsh Trial Resumes After Juror Illness Delay

The Walsh trial in Chicago resumed as jurors return from illness. The defense’s first witness, E H Pfatt, an engineer for the Walsh properties, testified about the courses and physical conditions related to the case.

Association Press Chicago John BR. Walsh E. H. Pfatt So.ernwadier Imax Walsh

Frost Sues to Halt Ad Appeal in Railway Case

A Chicago railway receivership case reaches a halted stage as Frost of the Chicago line seeks to stop proceedings. The AP report notes plans for a federal appeal were dropped and Judge Tutheho appointed the receiver, with dismissal expected by stipulation.

Associated Press Chicago III Jen Ac Frost

Industries Resuming After Shutdowns in Pittsburgh Area

Industries in the Pittsburgh district begin to rebound as No 4 works of Pittsburg Plate Glass and No 5 works restart after repairs. Coke ovens from BH Frick in Connellsville area planned to resume within ten days. Furnaces to blast in Buffalo and nearby plants as steel works and car shops restart, bringing back hundreds of workers.

Ford City Pittsburg Tresume Pittsboro Frick Connellsville Lower Bome Weeks Ag Buffalo Ewanna Falcon Platt Iron Works Barney and Smith Car Company Brownell Heiler

Poison mystery haunts Janesville case in Chicago probe

A Chicago inquiry into the disappearance of Mrs. Clayton connects a wisconsin lead. Police pursue a possible murder theory amid rival claims and testimony. Detectives seek the dead woman’s husband and a sensational motive while weighing other suspects in the Arkansas link and earlier marriage records.

Coin Stock Figures From Early U S Mint Report

A fragmented notice notes historical stock values for United States gold and silver coins. It cites a January 1, 1623 date with a total value of 2 246 154 07 dollars and mentions June 3 194 as a reference point.

United States

TALMADGE SELLS OUT IN WISCONSIN TELEPHONE DEAL

A brief from Sheboygan reports Citizens' Telephone Company in Venkee, Wis., gains control with T. Bowler and Elimacgee as new leaders. Gustav Huite and Fred Harste sold their shares to Bowler about a month earlier, shifting management of the car pan to Bowier.

Robbery at Greenleaf Loots Prast & Co Store

A Wisconsin special from Greenleaf reports two men robbed the general merchandise store of R. M. Prast & Co at midnight. They stole more than $1,000 in checks and notes from the safe and escaped by handcar.

Milwaukee Wis Wisconsin Green Bey Gay Bandita R. M. Prast & Co AL Greenleaf

Papers on Caldwell perjury charge sent to Washington

London January 2 reports that papers related to the perjury charge against Robert C Caldwell the witness in the Drace case have been forwarded to Washington through the foreign office. Miss Annie Donovan of Chicago and Alise Jennie Donovan of Fond du Lac are vest of their sister Mrs Henry.

Asociated Press London Robert C. Caldwell Drace Washington Foreign Office Annie Donovan Chicago Alise Jennie Donovan Fond du Lac Mrs Henry

Philippine Tariff Bill Eyes Hearings Date Set

The committee of arts and meats will meet Monday to set a date for hearings on the Philippine tariff bill. Ernie Kolosite was arraigned in municipal court and his examination is scheduled for January 8. B. T. Wood and Mrs. F. M. Wood Berlin visited today.

Associated Press Waehirston B. T. Wood F. M. Tood Berlin

Murder Mystery at Harrison Stirs Police Delays

Reports show misled witnesses hinder police work in the Harrison murder case of a woman found slain Thursday. Hopes fade for New York hounds locating the suspect as searches shift to a more hopeful lead involving a muddy Newark streetcar rider and a found wife in Sheffield eliminating her as a suspect. A reward of 240 is expected at tomorrow night’s Common Council meeting.

Arsettted Fres Ores Soman Harrison Melis Fia York New York Common Council Harrier Newark Brooklyn Albert Thompson Shefi Td Eng

Death of Mrs Ryder Prominent Temperance Worker

Mrs Margaret Harding Ryder, widow of Elisha Ryder, longtime resident of Chatham and Winthrop Center Massachusetts, died New Year’s morning at her Winthrop Center home after a brief illness. Her death surprised local relatives. son Frank H. Ryder traveled from Central Avenue after receiving telegram news. Born January 184? in Chatham, she had lived in the area and worked in temperance circles for years.

Paxson AnNar Wer Winthrop Center Mass Hier Hesbaud Irgaret Harding Ryder Wifs Elisha Ryder J Hs Winerop Center Slass Stun Frank H. Ryder Central Avenue Hoth Captain Rider Bre Ryder Chatham

Mrs Muth Dies at 85 in Fond du Lac Residence

Mrs Muth, widow of Jarab Muth, aged 85, died at the Armored residence on Weash street Wednesday night. Born in Darmstadt Germany in 1840s, she came to Fond du Lac with her husband, survived by a daughter and four sons, thirteen grandchildren, and several great grandchildren. Funeral arrangements pending.

Arried Tees Horace Ana Mer Chang Finrenes Muth Dies Mere Mary Math F.C. Atn Asay Armeid Residen Jarab Math Mra Math Ford du Lac Unt Orkkesh Chistian Glanstower Jacob Ménominee, Mich George Gustave Muth Fond du Lac Fond

Death notices and funeral details for local residents

The community was informed of several funerals and interments. Mrs Wilhelmus Kleinschmit of Black Wolf died at 78 after general debility, with services set for Sunday at 1 o clock and burial in the Lutheran cemetery. Other obituaries include Mrs Caroline Kletzke with a Friday service at her daughter's home, Miss Filim beth Hering with a Sacred Heart mass, and long lists of pallbearers and floral tributes noted from relatives and friends.

Food du Lac Kleinschmit Wilhelmus Kleinschmit John Kleinschmit Black Wolf Beata Met Charles Keamare Wikia Albere Kosh In Petrutz Nekim Jacob Schuchter Ashkosh Peters Moor Church Offiihams Kletcke Caroline Kletzke Free Wolf Durfee Street Ne- Oracka Street Lutheran Church C. Dowsdal Filimbeth Hering Sacred Heart Church M. J. Schmitz M. H. Clifford R. Ho McDonald Margaret Groth Marie Regnery Theresa Jungwirth Mame Fepal Anna Graebner Mary Riverside Hubert O. Habig Shawano Wiliam Mueller Milwaukee Frank Jungwirth Mex. Junevirch Mise Alma Tank A. Kane Pommerening Neumann William Sibler

Yearly bank clearings in Howthean city top sixteen million

The 1907 clearings by Dishkesh banks totaled about 15,955,040056, with October the peak month over 1,500,000 and February the low around 1,100,4600. Monthly figures list January 1,35, February 1,222,875.60, March 1,472,615.91, April 4,553,286, and December 1998? 56.

Dishkesh

Milk Below Standard Fined Milkman in Municipal Court

Petersen paid a 25 dollar fine after a Neenah dairy inspector found milk sold to a family on Sixth Street violated health standards. The case involved children and parents who reportedly consumed tainted milk, with samples analyzed to determine safety.

King Feebert Petersen Rulty Suline Hves Fourth Street Aderhold Neenah Peterson RK. Walters Farents Eliren Phn Ami Petrayn Buss &R Bie An Swian Fom

Rioting at Muncie Engulfs Street Strike Violence

In Muncie Indiana rioting erupted between striking Union Traction employees and strikebreakers. Nine people were injured as missiles and bullets flew near interurban stations and street cars. Troops were placed on alert as cars ran under guard and a mob surrounded key depots.

Associated Press Muncie Ind Union Traction Company M. Morris Maley John Fine Willam Pinan Joseph Walling Harry Laughingbaugh Orn Shepp James Rutledge Harry Gardner John Lewetlon Indianapolis Wll Indicta National Guarh Readines Winchester Kokomo Greenfield Tebanon Hanly Anderother Ba Cnien Blumie Muner Des Businessister Aii

South Side Gun Club Hosts Inter City Shoot

The South Side organization held a Wednesday afternoon shoot on its grounds south of the city. Fifteen men competed with strong scores. The New Year event kicks off a series of meets for the postwar era with teams arranged including Fort du Lac and Oshkesh participants.

Plas Bed Mada Fort du Lac Polee Nolan Thomas Arthur W. C. Reillig Odhkesh H. M. Harmon Abberouin Jota Chisee Lac

Unclear OCR Salary Sketch Mentions Payment Details

Fragmentary text describes salary figures and alleged payments in a troubled context. It references a preferred rate of 225 dollars per unit and a young man’s salary being diverted. No clear names, dates, or locations can be reliably identified, and details remain incoherent.

Arrest of Eermet Higtese in Vamp lsrerrt case noted

Article reports Eermet Higtese of Vamp lsrerrt arrested on a Sept 3 charge and brought before a court. He pleaded guilty to a larger charge with sentence deferred to a later date. A separate defendant, Mig.ner p39, faced related allegations and admitted some facts during preliminary examination. He was released on bond and pleaded guilty to a charge with penalties limited to fines up to 50 or one year imprisonment.

Eermet Higtese Cenalei Gailty Jena

City of Sheboygan Embraces $290000 Emergency Bond Issue

Milwaukee dispatch notes Sheboygan approves an emergency bond issue of 290000 to finance the water plant. Legal backing provided as banks furnish required funds. City authorities press ahead with purchase and issuance.

Milwaukee Wis Shebaygar Sheboyge

Robbers Make Big Haul At Local Store

Evidence from the scene shows a group of robbers fleeing with a substantial cash sum after an early morning break in. Police report no injuries, and investigations continue as suspects remain at large.

Weather Outlook With Mixed Temperatures Ahead

Forecasters predict cloudy skies and variable temperatures through the week. An upcoming event on Wednesday hints at cooler conditions with a chance of rain, while Thursday may bring light winds and gradual temperature shifts.

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