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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1914
Page
1
Mrs. Moran, long paralyzed, credited a Tuesday night prayer meeting with a miraculous recovery. The 26 year illness ended as she walked unaided, after pastors and parishioners joined in fervent supplication at Cottage Row.
Concord New Hampshire January reports the bail hearing for Harry Ko Shaw delayed for several weeks. The extradition habeas corpus questions will be heard at a final hearing, with the defense given twenty days to file briefs.
Investigation into alleged illegal rebates paid by railroads to the United States Steel corporation over the past eight years was directed without action by the Interstate Commerce Commission. Chairman Clarke and Assistant Attorney General Todd conferred with the committee on the matter.
The University of Chicago will erect three buildings this spring at a total cost of some amount. A women's gymnasium and club, a geology building, and a classics building are planned. Groundbreaking for the geology and classics buildings is set for the March convocation.
The Kagoshima meteoro logical observatory chief dies by suicide amid blame for failing to warn residents of Sakura Jima eruption. Reports say he claimed the center of disturbance lay elsewhere. Dr. Fusaki Omori arrives to lead investigations and reassure Kagoshima residents.
Gen Ynew Salazar, longtime rebel commander and former Madero ally, was arrested in Sangerson Teaus after fleeing Ojinaga Mexico. He had previously faced neutrality violations charges and bail issues. He admitted his identity and said he chose arrest over capture by rebels.
Chicago telegram to Ty Cobb from Gilmore of the Federal League offers a five year deal at 15000 dollars per year with first year paid in advance and 60000 dollars in escrow after Cobb had not signed with Detroit for 1914. Indianapolis signs McKechnie Scheer for third and outfield roles in unnamed terms. Cincinnati signs Johnson the Indian a pitcher for the coming season amid Federal League interest.
London January 16. A British court of inquiry finds no blame on Captain Francis Inch or Uranium Inner Volturno officers for the fire that destroyed the ship and led to the loss of 123 passengers and crew on October 11, 1913. The abandonment also deemed not their fault.
The Morning Post editorial argues Lord Murray's return is a public matter, tied to ministerial conduct and Liberal Party finances. It notes the issue tests the administration's reputation and the overall party system amid revelations.
Washington reports President Wilson is backing amendments to the Sherman Act to curb monopolies while keeping present rules. A proposed interstate trade commission would gain publicity powers. details to be worked out by Congress. Senators and cabinet discussed Mexico policy and Panama canal governance plans amid a flurry of administrative hints.
A series of obscured wire copy details a woman named Mrs Gillis, age twenty eight, facing suicide amid scandal after claiming multiple marriages and divorces. Police report a man Minges involved, a photograph submitted, and a note about future statements. An 90 year old man later died by his own hand at his home in Kage.
A January letter from Dry Ravenel, director, states the state laboratory will limit its work to tests allowed by law. The laboratory cannot perform general dental or medical examinations. only dispute-related cases will be referred to the Indecatory, and the facility lacks equipment for broader testing.
Paul Card, jailed in Homerville, MN, admits shooting Monroe Fodells, head of the New Snorgey State Lumber Association, two years after the crime. He claims the act was ordered by a woman whose name is not released.
The incident at Springs Valley Minnesota on January 15 reports Peter J Schnell, an elderly farmer, disturbed by a cat, fired a shotgun from a window in a rage. The weapon discharged in his hands, killing him instantly. No other person injured.
Battleship Ghia to leave Philadelphia January 24 for Mexico to rendezvous with forces, as Villa moves north with revolts and Huerta defectors join rebel ranks. Refugees flee toward Marfa as U S cavalry guards the border and regional leaders discuss Mexican debt talks in Europe.
Forty one Wogland heirs of Abel Stearns contested the STW estate of Mrs. Arcadia De Baker in a probate ruling. The Stearns heirs claimed prior property rights from Abel Stearns before his death, while Baker’s second marriage led to her status as widow of Stearns being disputed. The probate department ruled against the Stearns heirs, sustaining Baker as the rightful claimant.
The Wisconsin vice commission arrives in Sheboygan to study local conditions with senators and assemblymen from several cities, while Milwaukee hearings are delayed by a missing witness. Local businessman Thomas McNeill testifies Sheboygan’s moral climate exceeds the regional average. A plan to test sales staff ideas prompts a controversial moment at Sell department store as commissioners consider examining local dance halls.
Reports say the Stony Creek and Watnmac valleys flooded by a dam break at West Virginia Pulp and Paper. Refugees returned and officials estimate extensive property damage but no confirmed deaths. Railway damage limited. logs and equipment losses exceed $1000 and total valley losses near $300,000. Progress on repairs and resumption of lines expected within days.
Isaac Bond, a Black man, was held without bail after arrest on suspicion of killing Miss Ida Leegson. Arraignment was continued to January 2%, with the case awaiting formal processing in Chicago, Illinois.
Mrs Olive Murphy who ran an infant home was found not guilty by Judge Henry Graas in circuit court this morning. The charge related to the death of Paul Bonnen at the home.
Feverish efforts are underway to raise the British submarine A-7 which sank in Plymouth Sound during maneuvers. Sixteen men were aboard. Surface bubbles indicated hull damage while rescuers battled to locate the craft at a depth near 100 feet. The last signal from the trapped crew came after six hours underwater. all aboard were reported alive but not yet rescued.
Senator George A. Cox died at 74 in Yuronty Cam. He led Canada Life Insurance The British American Assurance Central Canada Loan and Savings Provident Investment and more. He served as director for Grand Trunk Canidae Shipbuilding and other majors. He supported Methodist charities and headed Federal Fidelity Mutual Life in Philadelphia.
Petroskey known sports figure is gravely ill in Los Angeles with high fever, delaying a major boxing weigh-in and legal contest at Vergun arena. The state seeks a Supreme Court ruling as counsel for the prosecution argues to prevent entry while Justice Seabury weighs the case.
Six men aboard the fishing boat Lenore were rescued 100 miles offshore after its engine failed near Pensacola. The Lenore drifted at sea after going down last Saturday night, and was picked up by the schooner Ellen V. from Mobile with the crew subsisting on bait and fish during the perilous voyage.
In Madison Wisconsin January the state superintendent of weights and measures faced questions about furnishing sealers with badges or insignia of authority. The issue arose in Janesville and involves attorney Crewe One.
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