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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1908
Page
1
Milwaukee delegates adjourned around 10:45 after a flat gathering with no guidance on nominees. A resolution left naming candidates to the state central committee chair, while chairman H. Hansen urged active work for congressional and county tickets.
Delegates to the 10th Democratic state convention in Milwaukee faced a slow start as the session opened after 9:30 PM. Temporary Chair Hoyt oversaw the entry, with T. M. Cleary of Platteville named permanent chairman, who attacked William Jennings Bryan for aligning Republican planks with the Democratic platform and criticized the current administration’s policies and economic distress.
The Wisconsin Democratic convention denounced the stand pat platform and endorsed the national platform. They praised reductions in tariffs, trust control, and direct election of U.S. senators while supporting state bank deposit guarantees and primary law amendments to allow state party conventions. The delegates urged active work for candidacy success and adjourned without nominations.
Federal grand jury returns indictments against twenty nine mail order firms accused of fraud generating between four and five million dollars. The case names Birch F Thomas and Edward R Hodus as promoters linked to Central Life Securities Republic Life Insurance Mercantile Finance and related concerns used in the alleged swindles.
A dispatch from Tabriz reports renewed fighting in the Persian city. Revolutionists captured three trenches and earthworks surrounding the governor-general’s residence, placing the official in virtual captivity. The revolutionists also intercepted the Russian consulate building.
Associated Press reports Billy Williams known as Bill Wh Hans minstrel evangels was found in a Maine con Exhawsted area yesterday. He had wandered in a state of amnesia last Saturday and could recall nothing of his disappearance. Williams will return to his family he rejoined in Maine.
Sarah Elizabeth Stetson, widow of late hat magnate John B. Stetson, married Count Baria Euilate of Portugal in Philadelphia as reported by Mon algno, chancellor of the archdiocese. The note hints at a new oil debate phrase linked to an automobile incident. The piece ends with a cryptic line about the quick and the dead.
The U.S. Attorney seeks a rehearing in the government versus Standard Oil Co of Indiana after Judge Grosseup ruled against the government. Attorney General Bonaparte indicates the petition will be filed with the reviewing court to pursue justice and protect government interests.
After two days at the Appleton Wisconsin twelfth biennial conference delegates failed to resolve a bylaws deadlock. The special session began with twenty delegates present as discussions stalled over proposed rules and governance structure.
Ambiguous note indicates a proposed avd and a question about banning an entity named Shights of Wis. The item mentions a vote slated for a decision that has been deferred, leaving the ban unresolved and awaiting further action.
July 1 Fairview Linkom reports a brisk exchange between William Jennings Bryan and Pavignul committees as preparations unfold for the national committee. The article notes Bryan's departure toward Chicago, with plans to address the States committee and potential talks about mobility within the party.
In Milwaukee July 18 Associated Press reports T L Cleary of Viatteville faced a delayed reaction after delivering a 5600 word speech at the Democratic state convention. He learned of his mother’s death during the address and the hall showed surprise as the audience waited while Cleary composed himself before finishing. A chairman’s motion and subsequent resolution followed his appearance onstage.
Fragmentary weather note hints at possible showers and a rise in temperatures for Friday. Mentions cloudy conditions and minor changes in wind and humidity. Details are garbled with unreadable names and places, offering only a rough forecast without precise data.
The Prince of Wales arrives in Quebec to preside over the 300th anniversary celebration marking Champlain’s 1608 voyage. He reviews exercises at the Champlain monument, watches a staged display of historical life, and observes figures portraying early explorers and battles on the plains of Abraham. The event features 300 actors in period costume and draws enthusiastic public demonstrations.
Mrs Mary Dowling Myers died at her home on Wednesday afternoon at five o'clock from pneumonia. She is survived by a sister Miss Hotora Dowling and a large list of relatives including John Dowling and Mrs. Ryan. Funeral services will be held Friday at eight o'clock at St Mary’s church with interment at Riverside.
Taft arrives at Sagamore Hill near Oyster Bay by automobile at three o clock. Secretary Moat and Rostank join the president for luncheon. Taft and Rostank confer with the president about his acceptance speech and related plans.
St Petersburg reports the Thoman automotive team arriving from Moscow at 4 46 o clock this afternoon as part of the New York to Paris automobile race.
Ward Dreyer leads Cults and is charged with stealing a pair of shoes from Charles Wentward. He pleads guilty but sentencing is deferred. The court notes prior workhouse sentence and poor-workhouse concerns. Dreyer, twelve years old, appears incompetent to support himself. a future disposition to the county poor farm is anticipated after Friday’s hearing.
Winnebago county Prohibitionists select a slate for U S congress eighth district and county posts. B B Van Keuren Oshkosh is chosen for congress with regional nominees for assembly district attorney sheriff treasurer clerk and other offices. Party leaders cite growing support and hope to reach a statewide impact.
Willena, the sternwheel houseboat built at Oshkosh Boat Works three years ago, is undergoing a complete overhaul at Oshkosh Boat Works yards. The craft gains a larger stern wheel and ten feet added to the hull, with a 40 horsepower Lamb engine powering the drive system. After repairs, it is planned to be ninety feet long and resume cruising the Mississippi and southern waters.
Milwaukee report notes high energy as delegates work on denner ticket selection. J A Aylward seen as governor favorite. many candidates feared blocking ticket. DT Hamilton Lewis of Chicago touted. convention adjourned without final ticket, per telegraphic columns.
Green corn has shown up in Oshkosh markets with the Thrig farm near the city supplying the first arrival. The Thrig nordhaimn sweet corn named after Mr. Thing’s place is an exceptionally early, succulent variety with pleasant taste.
Natalbany Louisiana July 23 a daylight town split into two armed camps with hostility high local sheriff and vigilante actions reported to avert violence foreigners and Americans in tense standoff amid wounding of a local man and fears of a race war as camps surround the town with families present and preparations for clashes noted by Associated Press
The Northwestern Wisconsin hosts a grand Saengerfest opening by the Lie Saengerbund of the Northwest bringing 2,408 singers from 67 societies across seven states. Delegations travel from Minnesota, Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska and the Dakotas. Mayor Anderson scheduled to welcome, with Theodore Behemy of Chicago replying. A welcome concert and programs featuring male and mixed choruses will follow, as participants from Chicago, Davenport, Minneapolis, and other cities join performances by regional orchestras and soloists.
Republican vice presidential candidate Sherr of Lura accepts invitation to preside at the Wreae singles festival in Sherman September 2-3. About a thousand singers from Vermont Pennsylvania New York Ontario and Canada entered. $2,000 in prizes. Judge H. M. Edwards of Scranton and Mr. Daniel Protheree of Milwaukee will act as adjudicator.
A prominent figure in the iron and steel trade, long leader of a Western tribe and head of the América Humane Association, died at Mercy Hospital after an operation. His death was announced from Winner, aged seventy.
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