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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1917
Page
1
President Wilson addresses the senate proposing a shift from isolation to involvement in world affairs. He argues for a permanent peace framework and a new diplomatic approach, framing the move as vital to global stability and U.S. leadership.
January reports from army headquarters describe limited skirmishes along the Moumakian and Moldavian fronts with no major breakthroughs. Minor British raids near Lens were repulsed, while Russian and German units maintained static lines in the Tiga region and Pont a Siberian area. Prisoners and a machine gun were captured in isolated engagements.
The editorial urges American participation in a great international peace effort, arguing the nation’s principles and government practices since its founding demand involvement. It calls for honoring duty, preparing citizens, and committing to liberty as a global enterprise, with details continued on another page.
The article reports ongoing skirmishes in Roumania with no major changes. It states that the Japanese steamer Kisugata Sturn TEL, 2,608 tons, has been sunk and that the British steamer Baron Sempill, 1,607 tons, is believed destroyed.
Severe blizzard blanketed Minnesota Wisconsin and surrounding states with fifteen to seventeen inches of snow. Trains delayed stalled and wire service disrupted as bitter cold and drifting snow cripple transportation. Officials warned of continued frigid weather with subzero temps forecast and ongoing rescue and relief efforts.
Former German Coast consul general Bopp and ex-vice consul Von Sehinck received two year prison terms and fines for conspiring to violate United States unity and interstate war munitions laws. Judge Wile presided in the Huntington district court.
Fragmented OCR text describes a civil suit involving Nellie M and a layer owner. Details are garbled with names, dates, and actions unclear. No coherent event, outcome, or parties can be reliably inferred from the readable words.
Heavy snow blanketed Minnesota Wisconsin North and South Dakota with two to seventeen inches. Winds up to 42 miles per hour formed drifts halting rail traffic and delaying trains. St Paul streets clogged, downtown cleared by workers, schools closed, and normal service not resumed yet.
The Day In Congress reports President Whison addressed the senate on foreign relations while Mayor Mitchel of New York urged universal military training before a military committee. Secretary Baker urged committees to provide clearer Niagara Falls power plans. Isaac Siegel and Frederick are noted in sustaining rights amid Republican contest for seats.
Chicago reports a daytime auto crime where three bandits entered a renter office at gunpoint and forced the cashier to open the safe. The incident netted about $1.40 as police pursued suspects amid a flurry of confusing details and misread notes.
An Amsterdam dispatch to Tr Times reports German rejoicing at the exploits of a commerce raider in the South Atlantic. Captain Persius of the German naval press claims German attacks were repelled in the English Channel and that British guard service would prevent future dangerous expeditions.
Oshkosh Assemblyman F. Hart proposes a bill to compensate liquor dealers and manufacturers for business losses if a referendum leads to prohibition. The measure aims to shield state interests amid changes in liquor laws. Details and related topics are noted on pages 3 and 10.
The note lists Wisconsin residents visiting Florida, including John Ticks Oshiesh and Corbett with Miss Elizabeth Pood Oshitosh, Capt. A. G. Nelson and wife from Waupacaca, and Mr. and Mrs. Bowman and Pelton at Ciara. It notes winter stays, warm temperatures around 70s, and plentiful fish eateries. several are en route to North Carolina to visit relatives.
The first formal word on the German raider’s prisoners, including 103 neutrals, was transmitted by Gerard. The note says no Americans were among the captives and mentions the Fairrowdale’s crew, with any involvement of Americans still disputed. The state will push for release if Americans are found aboard and asserts privateers have no universal rights at sea without belligerent ports.
Ottatia Ontario reports Canadian women, about 5000 workers, joining munition plants to produce shells for England and its allies. The plan aims to dilute labor by introducing new female labor rather than replacing men, with initial entries totaling four hundred workers and many overcoming early misfit challenges. The effort highlights a shift in labor roles and support for Allied war needs.
The article reports on Chancellor’s claim that German labor and patriotism guarantee victory, asserting support from workers as decisive. It notes the Entente’s demands rejected, and portrays German resolve amid ongoing war pressures and domestic mobilization.
Report states two men, William Deering and T A Lamb, were burned and lost property totaling about 50 dollars after a fire, hindered by early rain. The incident occurred near Antlers with damage to structures described as minimal yet material.
Fragmentary report recounts a police disruption, a porter dousing suspected burning papers with water, and a later accidental fall. It mentions a domestic matter at a court and a testing incident related to a birth or relationship, with limited readable names.
The Second Wisconsin infantry unit numbers about 149 men. It includes four companies and a sanitary corps, with Col. Wilbur My Les F Osonte in command. Banner details show assignments from Fond du Lac Ripon and Marshfield Oshkosh, and notes on Milwaukee troops. The unit’s muster and return plans include Fort Sheridan and San Antonio, with discussions on ceremonies and muster-out logistics. Also mentions the Wisconsin National Guard and related contingents.
An Oshkosh man is excused after a court session. The report notes delays and a future event, with details about his release timeline and related proceedings, including mentions of names and dates tied to the case.
Fragmentary text references Morgan firm acting for French and English sovereignties, a 168m instrument, and probes into a prostrate condition. The readable content is insufficient to determine a clear event, date, or outcome.
Special to The Northwesterns reports Wisconsin National Guard Companies B and F from Oshkosh will depart San Antonio Texas within days after months on the Mesican border. They will likely start from Port Sheridan or Camp Douglas as transport becomes available, with a home destination hoped by late week. The units are among 25 000 national guardsmen ordered home by the war department amid ongoing mobilization.
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