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Oshkosh Daily Northwestern

Location

Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 1927

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Weymouth Named Temporary Secretary on Wisconsin Highway Board

The Wisconsin highway commission appointed C. R. Weymouth design engineer as temporary Secretary to replace resigning A. W. Torkelson who protested the dismissal of John Donaghey. The session marked by commission members B. I. Bean, F. L. Turneaure, Bill Welch, George Sinudenmaier and A. Anderson. Governor Zimmerman also indicated plans to visit lawmakers and push for abolition of the legislative visiting committee.

Associated Press Madison C. R George Sinudenmaier al €. Anderson Lefore Flesign Weymouth Dlivision Fil Zimmerman Fenui Carroll Assemblymin Mersth Sewl Nck

Can Stars Tell Which Woman a Man Should Marry

In Milwaukee a circuit court case questions astrology as a judge decides on the $12,000 denial of affections suit. Mrs Lydia Kimnet accuses Prof Charles Mirchoff of advising a wife to end her marriage after study of star signs, leading to neglect and default on payments.

United Press Mibwauke Robert Smulley Matievile Clicuit Lydia Kimnet Agalyse Charles Mirchoff Nis Wilh Wizabeth Marie Releharel Nat Eonan Clara Re. Refelardy Menominee Mid

Possible Goffey Wives Pulled by Wartime Bigamist Case

Madison chief today said he has received many letters from abandoned women across the United States claiming the description and pictures of Willany Coffey, a confessed bigamist and wife slayer, match their missing husbands.

United Press Madison Tostle United States Willany Coffey

Will of Ringling In Probate With Large Bequests Reported

The will of Charles Ringling was filed for probate detailing £290,009 to his son Robert Edward, $100,000 to Wydaventer and Mrs. Hester Ringling Lancaster, and the residue to his widow Mrs Rah Conway Ringlings. Tod MW Kelly of New York named executor.

Agssaci Sarasota Charles Ringing Robert Edward Wydaventer Hester Ringling Lancaster Rah Conway Ringlings Tod MW. Kelly New York

Two Women Killed by Skidding City Truck

Two young sisters were killed and another sister and a man injured when a city truck skidded onto the sidewalk and struck them as they worked nearby. The accident occurred as the vehicle left the street, crushing the victims against a house.

Associated Press

Coffey Faces First Degree Murder Charge in Wisconsin

William N. Coffey, recovering from a coma, is formally charged with first degree murder in Grant county for the slaying of Mrs Hattie Hales Coffey. District Attorney M Orchard says Coffey confessed and will be taken to Lancaster jail after a reenactment at Sandy Hook. Knife and remains recovered link Coffey to the crime scene.

Associated P. Platteville William N. Coffey Aras Sandy Grant County Dirs Hattle Platteville Wis William N. Coffey Lancaster Dearee Ithi Atetorney St M. Orchard Orchard Coffey Sandy Hook Hattie Hales Coffey Riters Woods Sherif Wright Riter's Woods Tawa Wisconsin

Battle of alienists indicated in Browning suit for separation

In White Plains on Monday the Browning divorce case may hinge on mental health testimony. Jidward W. Browning, a wealthy realtor, seeks separation from his 16 year old wife Peaches. Attorneys plan to call a psychiatrist observer to argue deficient mentality while defense will call experts claiming Browning sane.

Ausocinind Press New York Jidward W. Browninng Peaches White Plains Zara Browning Browning Jos Angeles Calif Tite Grey Chaplin Beverly Hills Mde Lyndel L. Young Aires Anit Charle Chaplin Young Enh

McAdoo wets clash rocks Democratic convention talks

Washington reports show Democratic wets blasting William McAdoo after his prohibition remarks. Senators Bruce of Maryland and King of Utah defend him while Copeland and Upshaw respond, framing the feud as a fight over party control and the 1924 nomination prospects.

United” Press Washington, D.C Democratic Coalition Willitem Ohameadon Brnce Dembcrat Maryland McAdoo New York Pgm King Utah Meddoo New Berk Paul R Mallon Washington,d.c William McAdoo Ohio Bar” “Association Wets McaAdoo Democrat N. J Uve Wy MéAdoo Lkmnow Wilson MeAdoo Mmén Meadon Bia Edwards Copeland al Smith Smith New Yorke Upshaw Bemdersat Georgia

Fort Collins Fire Leaves Hundreds Burned and City at Risk

About 100 people, mostly college students, were recovering from burns after a blaze on the Fort Collins Colorado State College campus. Firefighters battled separate brush fires as the main fire threatened to engulf the town, with initial reports estimating extensive damage.

United Presse Fort Catlins Colo Colorado Fort Collins Scott Caling

Skating Meet Postponed to Tomorrow by Detroit AP

The Associated Press reports Detroit postpones the national skating meet opening due to milder weather. Snow and early thaw left the rink waterlogged, pushing the event to tomorrow.

Thy Associated Press Petroit Mich

GOAL STRIKE POSSIBILITIES DURING RAIL RATE INQUIRY

The fifth day of a general inquiry into rail rate rules in western territories explored need for higher operating revenue by the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul railroad to meet fixed charges. E E Byrans former president and a road receiver testified that freight revenue lags while other costs rise, with coal strike potential cited as increasing costs and uncertainty.

Associated Press Omaha Neb Chal Stele Intealatas P Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul

Anti Dumping Order Against German Pig Iron Issued

United States Treasury issued an anti dumping order targeting German pig iron. The action seeks to assess the difference between German and American sale prices, with inspectors to determine duties. No countervailing duties were found to apply against German iron and steel exporters.

Mellon United Prose Washingt D. C Treasury Melon Germany- Mellon United States Germany America Taralpa Inter

Attorneys Question Power Or Stolen 10 Name His Temporary Successor

Local attorneys informally challenged Judge O A Stillen s authority to appoint a temporary successor while the judge faced a potential removal bar. The state supreme court asked for cause why a temporary order should not be issued pending hearing, amid questions about bench substitutions. A filing of $289.91 against Judge Senten is noted in the action, with references to the Randall case and related clerical matters.

Cby Associated Pragg Meulison Madison Vedi O. A. Stillen State Supreme Court Sahel Eaget Rin Plate Junge Senten Rtm Vfronic Souyt Hare Poe Jademens Weste Randall Rfate Awk Feos Une Pyia Privalsery Norte

Congress in session with naval appropriation bill debate

Congress continues review of a naval appropriations bill in committee rooms as lawmakers weigh related defense measures amid ongoing discussions. House and Senate panels handle radio and military topics, with various members scrutinizing provisions and nominees.

Thired Press Snate Smith HOUSE Radio Cotaides Muselo Shoals

Insull's Big Opera Vision for Chicago Civic Opera

Samuel Insull outlines a sweeping Chicago Civic Opera plan featuring a $15 to $16 million sky scraper opera lease and commercial building. The site bounds Madison Washington Chicago River and Market Street. The project would move the current opera to a larger auditorium with more seating and new box configurations after demolishing the current theater.

Aonsodeled Press Samuel Insult Chicago Civic Opera Company Insull Madison Washington Chicago River Market Street Tinanding Ar Opera Sali Performane Inatll

Suit Against the Tax Commission by St Paul Receivers

A suit filed in Janes County by Edward J. Grundig and Mark W Potter receivers of the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway challenges Wisconsin tax assessment on income from new operating property. The receivers allege the tax was improperly levied and claims the commission ruled on the matter in 1877, affecting railroad taxation.

TAX Commission ST. Paul Madison Wise conaIn Tax Commission Jains County ST. Mb Econ Edward J. Grundig Mark W Potter Regeiyvers Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Ratheny Ory

Signs order taking over Coffey Auto

Fragmented OCR text describes an attempted takeover involving Coffey Auto. The garbled prose mentions names and a presumed legal action, with references to an individual connected to Coffey and a request for support from a spouse or relative.

Coffey

Five Warrants Issued in Racine Hunt License Case

Warrants were issued for five individuals in Racine Wisconsin after investigators suspected improper training and hunting license applications. The case stems from an undercover probe into illicit permits and potential fraud in hunting license processing. Further questioning and review of application records are planned.

Cy Unieed Racine Wis Hunt Ar Overn Desaed Shere Teddy Ajander Ersea Feanduten Ahad Sige P

Lifesaved by Face Over Ice on Treacherous Route

Mrs Andrew Destinger, convalescing after an appendicitis operation, recounts a perilous journey by foot and horse team across ice and a narrow strait near Wasalngton Island. A near fatal break through and a risky bridge of planks and foam nearly halted the trek to Sturgeon Bay where surgery was performed to save her life.

United Press Sturgeean Jay Wes Osne Ton Island Andrew Destinger Mrel Destinger Wasalngton Daltind Duor County Cole Wwugl Sturgeon Bay Jens Matsen Mall Cacher Washington Ishiumd Tle Sister Jay Aitome- Mle Dhavel Miehy Ches Mes Chad Betaynen

Miners pick leaders amid heated convention debate

Gonfiderge I Lewis reelected president by boost amid a tense miners convention. Salary rises to 9000 were approved then disputed, with debate and protests delaying final approval as leaders faced divergent views on the plan.

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Bill Is Sidetracked Die Tented Trey Washington

The document reads as a garbled report with scattered proper nouns. It mentions political figures and places in a fractured way, implying a sidetracked resolution and inductions in a colonial or legislative context, though specifics are unclear.

Great Gale Ravages British Isles in Deadly Tempest

A violent storm battering Britain and Ireland caused widespread destruction with winds up to 103 miles per hour. Thousands were displaced or killed as ships docked and communications failed. Heavy damage crippled towns, factories, and levees, with Glasgow and Belfast reporting major losses. Page continues with flood and rescue updates.

United Press London &rGat Wale Gliscow Nenakhlen Ity Croy Belfast Los An Ai Imes Chia Mel Woodenbridge Trelend Eainburs Newcastle Scotland Eilinburg Ireland Selly Longan Med River Cunningham Enright Arkansay Heenwett

Right of Senate to Exercise Power Over Membership Scrutiny

The Senate faces a dispute over its power to determine admittees to its body amid campaign finance questions. Legal defense argues the inquiry intrudes on constitutional authority, with officials including Attorney General Carlstrun and lawmakers from Pennsylvania and elsewhere voicing positions. Weather notes accompany the political item with forecast details for the Baton area and surrounding regions.

Senate Axsociated Press Washington, D. Ce Smith Delialy Mindis Sacar G. Carlstrun Rena Wdi James M Beck Pennsylvania Fortron Antioitas Henlerat United States Fe Isecon Lasyers William Prasnest Berk Cainnaica Neo Baton Ding Persen

American And British Plans Cover Problem

Washington reports note American and British plans to cover problem of China and Philippines. Discussion focuses on joint moves, potential emergency naval movements, and possible adjustments as Chinese civil war influences diplomacy. Secretary of State Ket highlights hopeful prospects but cites no confirmable agreement between rival Chinese factions.

Associated Press Washington, DC Ket Jog Tyna China State Department

County Boards Cannot Arm Vigilantes, Opinion Says

A county board cannot appropriate funds to arm vigilante groups, according to a ruling prompted by a county inquiry. The opinion said authorities can purchase equipment for communication but cannot finance armed groups, noting intoxication and illegal possession laws apply. The advisory was requested by a district attorney and the county board chair, with the ruling by General Counsel Edward Meyer.

Associated Press Patitisan Wis Benet Inter Query Frees Edward Meyer Mailtowed

Missing Milwaukee Woman Sought by Police

Mrs Violet Winters 25, of Milwaukee, reported missing two days ago after leaving with two boys and her divorcee husband. Police say she disappeared after a dispute and that her car and belongings were found near her home. Search continues as authorities investigate the circumstances.

Milwaukee Violet Winters Rolles Winter

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