08 Jan 1902
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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1902
Page
1
A New York Central Park Avenue tunnel wreck killed seventeen and wounded forty as two local trains converged in smoke filled rails. Officials report arrests of the White Plains local engineer and a tower man and DA inquiry underway.
A fraud scheme in Iowa targeted farmers with John Smith posing as a guarantor. About 200 signatories were collected for counterfeit promissory notes. bank notes totaling around $14,000 were uncovered. Notices to meet at a Chicago law firm triggered farmers to seek legal counsel and pursue action.
A bill was introduced in Albany authorizing the governor to appoint commissioners to represent New York at the Louisiana Purchase Exposition in St Louis. The measure also provides for a 4 percent appropriation to fund the state exhibit at the exposition.
In Cam Town near Mokwani, a patrol led by Commandant de Beeres employs mostly women as cowboys to guard cattle. About 150 women work at the camp with only six men involved in the operation.
The colonial secretary chairs a gathering of Birmingham governors urging a British millionaire to fund the university’s expansion. The appeal mirrors Andrew Carnegie’s famed philanthropy and aims to secure vast financial aid for the institution.
Miss Foraker youngest daughter of Senator and Mrs Foraker wed Franklin King Wainwright of Failla Pelphin in a ceremony at her family residence in Washington today. The event drew notable guests from political and society circles.
The article reviews House debate on the Nicaragua canal bill with shifts toward the Panama route and expert opinions. It covers remarks by Rep. Shackleford and Sen. Lovers and notes Roosevelt era treaty context and a presidential route choice discussion. It also mentions a Senate adjournment for Senator Foraker's daughter's wedding and a Utah resolution on Uintah lands.
The House was told that surplus funds of the United States Treasury should be deposited with national banks having a capital above a specified amount. Deposits would earn interest and be free of government bonds, with no single bank favored by the arrangement.
An arrest in Michigan targets a former treasurer associated with alleged funds misdeeds. Police say the suspect faced charges after an examination revealed possible misuse of funds. Officials describe the affair as a serious breach of trust and note ongoing inquiries.
Neatre Paine an Apostolic delegate to Canada, accompanied by Rev Father Schafer, traveled via University of Notre Dame yesterday. The delegate, new to this U S region, paused on return from Chicago to Ottawa to visit Notre Dame and SS Marys, noted as the two premier Catholic institutions of learning in the area.
The German chancellor’s opening speech to the Reichstag warns that revenue from state canals and railways falls short and that the year’s results are disappointing. He proposes housing for workers and officials, new canals, and extended railways while stressing unity against Polish agitation in East Prussia.
Rev. Frederick William Keaton was consecrated as missionary bishop of Olympia in a ceremonial service at St. John's Episcopal Church in Dubuque Iowa. The event marked the first bishopric consecration in Iowa and drew many clergy, with speeches by bishops from Chicago Iowa and Minnesota.
The article reports Rear Admiral Frank Wildes being detached from the Pensacola navy yard command and reassigned to the Asiatic squadron under Admiral Lewis Kempff. Admiral Robley Evans is named senior squadron commander on the Asiatic station, with Captain HL Cooper to relieve Wildes at Pensacola.
A report notes a conference of teachers planning speeches and displays at a state gathering. Officials expect about fifty teachers to attend with aims tied to education policy and public messaging.
New York club owner Andrew Freedman pledges to keep funds flowing to build a winning baseball team in New York City. He recounts prior offers to Frank Robison Ned Hanlon and others, insisting no club would sell. He cites contract terms with Hanlon and readiness to invest up to $100,000 to strengthen the Giants. He notes Madison Wisconsin gymnastics meet March 22 and a revolver match planned in New York with twenty shots at twenty yards. He also mentions a spaniel show at Clumber Park and possible judging by the Duchess of Newcastle.
The Northwestern reports the deaths of John Diedrich and Richard O Connor in Kaukauna at three o clock Sunday morning from the same illness. O Connor, Civil War veteran and Pan H Beaulieu post charter member, was sixty two. Funeral services were held yesterday in Lindervile and Holy Cross church. Also noted is the death of Walter Kapnel, followed by church meetings and the return of four seminarians to Northwestern university after ten years of study. Health Officer reports smallpox in the area is cleared with rare exceptions.
Angry aldermen packed the Scanton common council meeting as the committee on Fire and Water proposed a purchase package. Mayor Maira signaled a veto, arguing funds were redirected and that existing revenues cannot cover the new expenditure.
The council discussed moving funds between accounts to save on insurance costs. Several Aldermen voiced support or doubts about the process and vote thresholds. Mayor Molva warned he would veto if required by the charter, while others noted a 22-member body and potential budget implications.
A central American meeting is set for January 16 at Corinto to improve regional ties and security. In Colombia, War Minister Concha says Nicaragua aids rebels, revolutionaries lack unified leadership, and fighting may end within two months as government forces claim decisive success.
Kenosha officials seek Rev S Lufsky, ex convict and former Oshkosh Baptist pastor, now linked to a forged check cashed at the Y M C A. He allegedly forged signatures to cash others checks during a visit last Saturday. Report says prison term was three years and three months.
Four burglars dynamited the safe at M. Hellenea and Son grocery in Fairport Jan. Ghio. A watchman confronted the robbers as they fled and one suspect fired a shot, wounding no one and scattering clothing from the loot. The band escaped.
Students in the science department participate in a late afternoon debate on the resolution That anyte Roy Mare alluence wm The atental and moral characteria. The event showcases student rhetoric and inquiry in a classroom setting.
An order from Wisconsin Supreme Court compels the Washburn Bayfield and Iron River railway receiver to show cause why the line should not remain intact. The action, brought by the state and attorney general, follows the arrest of thirty five workers for attempting to tear up the track. District Attorney McLeod reports a quiet day as proceedings begin.
In probate court N P Broderick of Poysan was named administrator of Richard Morrison's estate, died intestate. Bonds posted and personal property listed. Morrison deeded eighty acre farm to son John shortly before death. Franny Narber seeks deed set aside claiming undue influence to favor the son, rights of three daughters alleged.
A Sicin city council proposal to sell part of North Park is doomed as the land’s grant requires park use or it reverts to Col Jo M. Miller. Any sale could void the transaction and invite a lawsuit.
President RoosevElt was elected an honorary member of the Friendly Sons of St Patrick at the quarterly meeting. He may be invited to the annual dinner in March. The First Congregational church holds its meeting tonight at seven. Charles Barker, injured in a street accident, is hospitalized then home. his head injuries are not life threatening. Mrs. Williams returns from Chicago. A pigeon shoot feature at Winnebago Gun club includes a ten birds match between R A Hollister and Phil H Sawyer. Funeral services will honor D C Cross, Civil War veteran, at his home with G A R perf ormance. Local officials report tax remittance from several estates. Probate court names W F Gruenewald administrator of Walland Greenman. Charles Buc hin convicted of disorderly conduct. fined or thirty days in jail, sentence to be suspended if he leaves town.
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