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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1905
Page
1
Oyster Bay report on a late night conference between President and conferees including Senator Knox and Russian envoys. No results disclosed. Discussion spanned sensitive topics from cotton crop leaks to Russian-Chinese banking and potential Russian envoys.
The Associated Press report notes Sr Associates Press of Portland Ore states President jam D Wheltwright of the cream of commerce says a letter has been sent to President Roosevelt. The letter calls for the absolute exclusion of all Chinese residents from the United States and their lands, and for admission of only ten years of a limited population. It urges publicity of intentions and outlines economic impact including a target of ten years with minimal population share.
Report from Hongkong notes over 300 Chinese drowned when a crowded river causeway on the West River near Canton collapsed during the boat festival. Some saved, many swept away as rocks toppled, with warnings of a new anti US merchandise boycott campaign in South China and imported Japanese fans provoking anti-American sentiments.
A kitchen fire at a Fond du Lac Wisconsin restaurant caused rapid blaze with interior damage and destroyed seats and furniture. The fire was extinguished in about fifteen minutes. Insurance coverage is noted for the property. Local residents and visitors share notes on recent trips and social visits.
London reports the princess of Wales safely delivered a son this morning. The birth was confirmed by palace officials and adds a new royal heir to the British throne.
Reports from the corean frontier detail a mass hanging ordered by the Japanese government. Sixty men accused of banditry and clutheries were executed by Korean soldiers in Tai’s region after months of outlaw violence. The incident reached San Francisco via missionary Rev. EFL McFarland aboard the Sorea.
The Norwegian steamer Bratten reports a wrecking tragedy aboard the schooner Glimpia bound from Tetuan to Ruatan. Captain Holm and crew including eleven victims were killed by De Brohamed Robert McGill who shot and forced the schooner crew to scuttle. Two passengers escaped ashore in a boat during the attack. One survivor later captured in Honduras.
Federal agents raided a bank run by Louis Gourdain and John H. Dalton, seizing ledgers, papers, literature, and items deemed evidence. Warranted search by Inspector Ketcham and James Stewart led to transfer of material to the wagon outside the bank. Trial set for September in federal court with exhibits to be introduced.
Special to Tee Northwestern Milwaukee Wis July 11 A Wisconsin dispatch reports Edward McAdams of Mukwonago was killed by foul play. His body was found on the railroad track eighty rods north of the depot. Coroner and district attorney investigated and a verdict of accidental death was recorded later. A remark by a Mukwonago woman raised suspicion and suggests revenge may have motivated the crime. Burial was in Jefferson.
The article reports intense Russian and foreign press critique of M Muraviev as a prospective envoy to Washington. It notes court factions pushing for or against his appointment, signaling possible derailment of peace efforts. The dispatch mentions St Petersburg outlets and foreign officials debating his fitness and the emperor's stance amid broader negotiations and political maneuvering.
The Interstate Commerce Commission will investigate alleged rebates by grain elevators to buyers. In Missouri, Judge John F. Philips issued a temporary injunction blocking enforcement of the maximum freight rate law, as 18 railways sought relief from the act claiming rates are prohibitive and confiscatory.
Paris July 12 The chamber of deputies postponed discussion of Moroccan and other foreign issues at Premier Rouvier's urgent request, delaying until after the summer recess. Chancellor von Buelow privately briefed the foreign affairs committee on Moroccan negotiations with France as Bavarian Minister von Poewis Duerwitz and Saxon Minister von Metzsch thanked him. An international Moroccan conference is likely to be held in Tangier in October or November.
The Panama Railway and Pacific Mail contract ends, with parity among carriers on transit taxes. Bristow’s report suggests a first class service between Pacific coast ports if Pacific Mail withdraws. government expects no major effect on shipments from New York to San Francisco. Cuba electrical railway awarded to a leading firm, to build Havana area system using steam turbines. project to start soon and be operational in fifteen months.
Denver dispatch reports Santa Fe sources disclosed a plot by eight ex convicts to abduct Governor Otero's son in Lincoln and Malpais country. The gang planned ransom demands within thirty days or harm to the governor's son. Police and secret service pursue all members to ensure capture.
Report from Winfield Kansas July 12 describes highwaymen surrounded by a posse and shot dead near Cedarvale. Details mention Cedarvale residents and a pursuing group of citizens engaging the outlaws, with reports of injuries to bystanders and confusion about participants.
Governor La Follette arrives in Madison for a law leaders conference. Attendees include Urnz, McGovern, Lenroot, Overbeck, Hard, Neilson, and Davidson. A state druggists gathering urged tighter rules on patent medicines and alcohol labels. Remarks include plans for future appointments to the Wisconsin university board and regents.
Ambiguous report notes tension among teams after a joint council meet. Factions seek funding to cover pensis as drivers confront disruptions and desertion rumors. The scene centers on a July 22 gathering with expected attendance and ongoing instability.
Six indictment bills involving councilman E J Caven are under review by the press in a case tied to alleged misconduct. The charges relate to misdemeanor participation as a member of a board or committee, with evidence suggesting furnished materials to contractors for city projects.
Five deaths from heat prostration were reported in the forenoon, including three children under feet. Brooklyn tallies added to a total of ten deaths early in the period. One victim, Ds McCariks, took carbolic acid while distressed and died soon after. A painter named Hidebra suffered a collapse while painting fifteen feet above ground, resulting in a broken neck.
In Fond du Lac Wisconsin on July 2 a bold robbery struck a city store, part of a chain of heists. Thieves escaped with a silk haul valued about 1080 dollars. No other items were touched. Suspects remain at large as police seek clues.
New York veteran inventor John L. Foster died in Arlington New Jersey at eighty five. Foster directed production of the first gold pens in New York City and was associated with Walter Hunt famed for the earliest weaving machine model.
The Western Union Telegraph company executive committee adopted a resolution restricting horse race news. No racing updates will be supplied except to recipients who receive them through a regular official channel, signaling a move to limit distribution. The decision aims to control information flow in the fall racing season.
Former French foreign minister Delcasse, in an interview published by Le Gaulois, discusses Great Britain and Germany, arguing Britain will dominate seas and Germany faces annihilation of trade if war breaks out. He warns against Britain’s entente being a mistake and wagers on future Anglo French cooperation to preserve world peace.
A steam launch named Normandie sank after a collision near a ferry, with four people believed dead. The vessel, reportedly chartered by John A. Rudd of Glenwood, carried J. Green of New York who is missing. Rudd was aboard at the time and relayed scant details to Yonkers police. Green was later rescued.
Associated Press reports sweeping pay reductions for Equitable Society officials and employees. Decreases range from 3 percent to 12 percent depending on salary level, with a 1 August effective date and projected savings of about $350 to $240 per year per person in the top class. Chairman Morton and Acting President Gage lead the changes.
July 12 report notes two hundred armed men under Sheriff Richardson search the country for C. L. Melvin, a temperance fanatic hiding since the destruction of stores by dynamite and believed to possess more dynamite. Citizens join a growing, excited manhunt.
A dawn ceremony at the Madison home on Ease Invies street linked John Ricks Jr to Miss Willabelie Madison with Rev. J A Greenwood officiating. Sunshine blessed the moment as guests, mostly relatives, offered gifts from Milwaukee St Paul and Chicago before the couple departed by the 1 pm Northwestern train for a brief wedding trip to Milwaukee and Chicago.
The guard companies B and F will depart Saturday at 6:15 AM on the regular Chicago and North Western line, earlier than usual, requiring 5:00 AM assembly at armories. They will ride via Fond du Lac to Camp Douglas, arriving 2:10 PM, with later return on July 26 at 7:01 PM. Guardsmen will wear field uniforms and carry blanket walls on each city departure.
At the Ohio State Bar Association annual meeting Judge Peter S. Grasseno of Chicago argued that the great corporate problem is how to handle the new domain of property represented by corporations. He urged awakening public opinion to ensure republican control, broad participation, and safeguards for individual independence within corporate power.
Marinettes contemplates ordinance to authorize sale of bonds to purchase 2 dock for coal and other lake trade. Council may approve by vote. Star & Choate dock purchase under review. city attorney to give written opinion after examining details.
Newport police and private investigators pursue leads in a jewelry robbery. Authorities consider jewel experts or insiders familiar with the Delrteh jewels and their value as likely suspects amid a tightened probe.
In a clash reported by Associated Press, Tansi Moresco and July Afohammed El Te, representatives of the Sultan Bera for foreign affairs, obtained word of the abortive revolt. The pretender fled leaving 38 dead as the Sultan’s forces captured several positions.
The readable text mentions a deceased person possibly named Joseph Wetlack and a person described as of noble birth. The fragment references a place near a grand walkway and a person named Fa roebis a on Bees with unclear meaning.
Peking reports China will not recognize any peace conference arrangements on Chinese interests without being consulted. Japan responds politely, indicating China’s notification will not affect Japan’s plan of action. No reply yet from Russia.
Samuel Levy, accused of attempted arson, leaped from the sixth floor of Breckior police headquarters to avoid cameras, suffering fatal injuries. New York report from Associated Press dated July 12.
In Janesville Wisconsin on July 2 Uarry WieCus aged 33 and James Brown aged 16 were found dead beneath a city tree after a storm the previous day. The lightning strike killed the pair and left investigators examining the scene.
Mr A Collins of this city and Miss Anna Easx of Chicaze were united in marriage last Monday evening July 21 by Rev Faces P Abbott of First Baptist Church. The groom works in the electrical department of Oshkosh Gels Licht Co. The couple reside at 677 Pearl Street and are the daughter and fiancé of local residents.
General forecast for Wisconsin indicates turning weather with possible thunderstorms and rising temperatures. Expect variable winds mostly southerly, with cooler mornings and warming afternoons. Local observations show Tuesday’s warmest periods, with a potential heat spike into Wednesday morning.
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