06 Jul 1905
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 30 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1905
Page
1
Reports indicate Ellen Root has accepted a offer to serve as secretary of state in succession to John Bay. The president may issue a formal statement tomorrow detailing the plan as he travels from Canada toward the United States.
A convoy of Cabinet members including Elihu Root Paul Morton and Leocester Loeb accompanied the President on a morning trip from Philadelphia to Washington. The party left Jersey and rode a tram before reaching Manhattan and then the Sagamore route amid a cordial crowd at the island station.
A French vessel named Sugmarine Fourders foundered off the harbor of Tunis. The ship carried a crew of thirteen. Rescue efforts were reported ongoing by local authorities and Associated Press dispatches from Ferrara Tunis dated seven.
The Peter Company faced an appeal that favored the government. Judy Seaman was involved in the case and the ruling postpones the most important testimony by several months as it moves toward the highest court.
Appleton public library was entered last night. The burglar took two checks valued at nearly 100 dollars and 2.83 in money. This marks the sixth library break within 150 miles in two weeks, with Marinette Menominee Green Bay Neenah Fond du Lac and Escanaba also visited. Librarian Miss Dwight says she can identify the intruder, who entered via a broken rear window.
The Indian Bird Woman known for guiding explorers through Old Oregon received public recognition today at the Seais and Clark exposition. A bronze statue of the Indian Woman and her papoose was unveiled before a large crowd.
The Menasha Common Council held its regular monthly meeting covering approval of city bills over a hundred in amount for work at the Waterworks plant. Aldermanic action favored licenses for the session, with Joseph Schneider and others noted. A resolution approved converting a sleeping room in the city hall sparked public discussion and a judge's rulings on local cases are referenced.
A report from Replis Michigan describes Sheriff Carroll and deputies detaining 150 Italian laborers in box cars on two siding tracks at Saddle Bay swamp rear. The workers, demanding higher wages, refused to leave the cars and swarmed the officers when approached. Shots were fired as the crowd pressed back into the cars.
Incoherent excerpt describes a harbor event with Duane Bump and a vessel in Charlotte harbor. Mentions a collector, Acacia, and an order to halt actions tied to national clearance. No clear names, dates, or outcomes can be verified.
A patient at an asylum enters a long sleep then slips into a comatose state, dying after a day and a night. Dr Sefer, superintendent, calls the case puzzling and states it appears to be due to interrupted coma.
New York data show 6 410 involvencies in the first half of 19 as reported by The Journal of Commerce. The total defaulted indebtedness reaches 5 9 955, a figure close to the prior six months but lower than last year’s 79 199 009.
Rumors and official dispatches from St Petersburg and Sevastopol describe the Potemkin mutiny and the fleet’s uncertain fate. Vice Admiral Chouknin coordinates plans as Odessa reports ships sailing and preparations for possible further action, with mutineers facing possible execution.
Paris dispatch reports the late Baron Alphonse de Rothschild bequeathed 600000 dollars to be used for charitable works of various kinds with no distinction of religion. The New York Herald notes the generosity of the Rothschild estate and its broad charitable scope.
The seventh international convention of the Epworth league opened in Denver with meetings at Trinity Methodist and Central Presbyterian churches. Bishop Joyce of Minneapolis was to preside but illness prevented his attendance, and Governor Aielbom and Mayor ge spoke at opening sessions.
A tornado swept from four miles west of Nocona through Montague county causing extensive destruction in Montag and Montague. Churches, the courthouse, and many homes were damaged with multiple fatalities and injuries reported as rail lines and crops suffered.
The New York grain trade proposes allowing grain future contracts. A 5000 bushel ring and a 1600 bushel ring would operate alongside existing 1080 bushel contracts. The change aims to shift grain from interior markets to New York and impact farmer shipments.
The body of Winthrop Turney a millionaire mine owner in Genera Mexico was discovered in a Colebrook pasture. A bullet wound in the head and a gun in his hand led authorities to suspect suicide due to ill health. He was forty years old and a Yale graduate class of 1888.
Paris rites honor Admiral Paul Jones with a formal ceremony as General Porter presents the body for transfer to the United States. Ambassador McCormick, Premier Rouvier and naval officers attend while French troops guard the church. Admiral Sigsbee accepts transport duties and Loomis voices gratitude for Franco American cooperation.
More than 700 crew members of the Russian cruiser Lena, interned at Mare Island navy yard, demand the same privileges as enlisted men on Russian ships interned at Manila. Commander Genther will relay their wishes to the state department in Washington.
Judge Holdom announced he will grant injunctions sought by the employers' association to compel six package delivery firms to comply with strike related demands. The orders will direct the express companies to continue deliveries and to receive and deliver goods for merchants amid the Teamsters strike.
Reports from Theodosia and St Petersburg describe rising mutinies and near anarchy around the Black Sea as port crews abandon ships and panic spreads. Admiral Chouknin’s forces brace for mutineers while Russian authorities monitor torpedo boat actions and uncertain troop movements.
A Blattowitz dispatch reports six divisions were designated for Manchuria with a tense reaction as several conscripts refused to go. Authorities moved to arrest at least two, while police and military units responded to the unrest in Silesia.
The National Education Association session reports officers chosen led by a first vice president from New York City. Attendees delayed departure hoping to hear President Roosevelt. The secondary education group was well attended and Gilbert B. Morrison presented a report on secret societies in secondary schools urging their discouragement.
The emperor held a farewell audience and lunch for Baron Koroura the Japanese envoy to the upcoming peace conference in Washington. The Japanese peace commission begins its work today.
Five men perished and several were injured in a premature explosion at a mine shaft about ninety four feet deep near Searightay, six miles from Drowesville. The Bead and the Acre were among the injured.
The Japanese loan of 150 500 000 dollars with security from the tobacco monopoly is nearly finalized. Terms set interest at four and a half percent with a two year term. the issue will be shared among New York London and Germany. Banks involved include Kuehn Loch and Co National City Bank in New York. Hongkong Shanghai Bank in London. and Parrs and Yearhame Specie Bank in Germany. Prospectus to be released July 11.
Annie Grant of Chicago, believed real name Annie Gleeson, was committed to stand trial at the Old Bailey for stealing a pearl necklace valued at 18 632 dollars from Christie’s. She allegedly visited the shop, obtained a duplicate necklace, and replaced the genuine with the imitation on a second visit while staff were distracted. She had a central passport issued six months earlier by the American embassy in the name of Annie M Grant.
President Mason of the Commercial bank in Hagerstown Ind announced the bank would reopen. an examiner found asset confusion and books in disorder. Cashier John Bowen allegedly committed suicide. the bank is privately owned by Bowen and another partner, with deposits around 160000.
Associated Press reports in federal court the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railway faces contempt in a government suit for injuring an injunction issued March 25, 1862. Judge will set a date for pleadings and later arguments likely on August 1.
In Mankato Minnesota Dr George R Racht a dentist faces trial charged with the fiduciary or allied offense involving Dr I A A fellow practitioner The case unfolds as jury selection and testimony proceed amid the citys courtroom activity. Barometer readings indicate rising air pressure with weather forecasts noting warmer air ahead. Thermometer readings show a hot afternoon followed by cooler evening and morning.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.