30 Jan 1922
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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1922
Page
1
Washington reports detail the Knickerbocker theater catastrophe with casualty tallies rising. Washington, D C officials seek investigation, while rescue efforts continue as the death toll and injured numbers mount. Officials describe the scene near the church as a grim shelter for victims.
A fragmentary report lists theater disasters across cities including Petrograd, Brooklyn, Paris, Baltimore, Vienna, Philadelphia, and Chicago from 1830s to 1930s, noting a collapse with trapped victims. One man reportedly survived under debris after hours as rescue faced heavy steel and concrete. Officials call for investigations of building code violations amid postwar population growth and public grief.
The Federal Trade Commission opens an investigation into steel price discrimination. Charles A Mein tosh of a Wisconsin bridge firm testifies steel is priced on a Pittsburgh basis plus freight to the buyer, while eastern bids vary with competition. He says his firm often loses bids to eastern competitors despite similar quotations and cites freight rate concerns and differing regional prices.
A massive winter storm blanketed the East with deep snow as Montana Colorado New Mexico and western states reported record cold. In Sheridan Montana and Billings Montana temperatures dropped below zero while Washington DC faced slow recovery with outages and efforts to restore milk bread and other essentials. Baltimore and suburbs remained buried with transportation hampered and schools closed until midweek. Snow totals reached about 25 inches in some areas as officials warned of continued disruption.
In Carson City the state of Nevada and Mary Pickford’s lawyers argued before the Nevada Supreme Court over the legality of Pickford’s divorce from Owen Moore. The state contends the divorce was invalid due to alleged fraud and improper residence, while defenders claim no secure basis exists to attack the divorce. If the high court upholds the lower ruling, the divorce could be nullified. if it reverses, a trial would decide the marriage’s validity and affect her later union to Douglas Fairbanks.
The Supreme Court ruled against four plaintiffs seeking recovery of barrels of whisky stored in government warehouses. The decision confirms government rights to hold thousands of barrels and prevents return to individuals. The ruling affects owners seeking to reclaim Hornadow whisky and other seized stock.
Fragmentary text notes jazz music and dancing on the pan with references to a national.administration and HMU scheduling. Verifiable details are sparse, but the item implies a local music event or festival featuring jazz performances and dancing amid unclear organizational context.
A Minnesota Democratic committeeman named Wheaton Wheaton from Winnetka died after a long political career. The piece recalls his 1916 campaign work for Woodrow Wilson in Minnesota and notes his status as a power broker within the party.
An ascent of 14 403 feet is planned next Thursday by Jacques Bergue and Jean, with Jacques Landry recording the ascent. The feat, never attempted in winter, will use special shoes for the early journey. The signal corps and Army have arranged dispatches to the mountain base and will provide communications. The climbers will carry light packs with dried beef prunes and cheese for food.
A report from Montevideo states that Sir Ernest Shackleton died aboard the Quest the day before. cause listed as atheroma of the heart. He had landed on South Georgia to arrange provisions and fell ill at 3:30 AM, dying soon after with limited wireless communication due to storms and equipment failures.
Two men robbed the Commonwealth Jewelry store at Madison and another street, lifting about 16009 dollars in gems. A policeman stopped them as they attempted to flee, with screams heard nearby and the suspects seized just outside the shop. Local proprietor witnesses and bystanders assisted in the case.
Associated Press reports Nebraska guards were on duty following an outbreak among a tribe. National guard commander Douzms said calm returned but many were frightened by the unrest and authorities prepared for further action.
The article notes the death of I. W. Griffin, a jurist long known in Minneapolis, who resided in Holiville California and died at home after a brief illness. It mentions his move to the Imperial Valley and past work with the 501d hunters in Alaska.
Washington reports that all naval questions at the Washington conference are practically settled with no reply from Japan to the proposed pacific fortifications plan. The major points outline no fortification changes for Britain and Japan to maintain the status quo, with some island guards. The United States likely retains fortification rights along its coasts while Britain Australia and New Zealand hold strategic islands. Japan proper remains largely unchanged except for designated exceptions.
United Press reports Crandsil, owner of the Knickerbocker Theater, bewildered by the cause after Saturday’s catastrophe. Investigations by state authorities follow a manager’s account and a wall collapse. Officials fear high winds and structural failure may explain the tragedy with multiple injuries and deaths.
Associated Press reports a farm hand, a 36 year old man named Sar Moviene, was killed yesterday near Srene Wisconsin when a runaway team dragged him. He was working when the incident occurred and died soon after from injuries.
Sir Ernest Shackleton, famed polar explorer, died at sea on January 3 near the coast of Flanders while aboard the Quest. His body will be shipped to England, and the 200 ton vessel continues its voyage in accordance with his dying wish. Captain L. Thursey will receive the body in England with honors.
A city bureau report cites a belief that a theater accident resulted from structural weakness. The account notes deep pockets of debris and a forceful impact after a catastrophic event, with references to Prof Hof ex and local observers. The text mentions measurement details and safety concerns following the incident.
Fragmentary text indicates no court session occurred in the Arbuckle case. No further details or outcomes are provided in the legible lines.
The Swedish government accepts an invitation amid ceremonial proceedings. Officials from the cabinet and foreign affairs ministry confirmed the outreach as part of ongoing diplomatic engagement and reconciliation efforts.
United Press reports President Haeching requests postponement of all Washington functions as officials mourn the Kruckervocker theater disaster. He notes grief in the capital and asks Milton Asks, head of Ohio Sorigiy, to reschedule the reception honoring a birthday relay.
Fragmented OCR text mentions organized labor claim and warnings about Reds. Incoherent names and phrases appear, with references to judges and press. The readable bits suggest a political or labor stance but contain many garbled terms and unclear specifics.
Madison leaders weigh authorization of a 1.09 million dollar state hospital project tied to a four year medical curriculum. Governor Blaine and Gov J J Binine, with university officials, consider permitting construction amid tight state finances and low bids. The hospital would anchor clinical training and the medical school expansion planned for Wisconsin.
Associated Press reports that both Japanese and Chinese delegates were called to resume talks signaling a likely settlement of the Shan tung controversy. The dialogue aims to finalize railway and fortification issues under the five power treaty framework, with naval committee meetings planned to address remaining fortification questions.
Fragmentary OCR text shows a coroner report with obscure phrasing and names mangled. Readable items include a 50 year old individual and references to a town or region, but essential facts are missing and the report lacks a clear outcome or dates.
State Director James A Stone will assist Wisconsin agencies in returning to service. The move aims to restore facilities and bolster operations, leveraging his authority to coordinate efforts across state offices.
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