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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1908
Page
1
The sultan declares amnesty for political fugitives affecting Armenians and others in the United States, while unrest grows in Constantinople and the European provinces. Reports detail disloyal cries, planned uprisings, ministerial delays, troop movements, and a cautious stance by the Italian embassy amid shifting loyalties and executions.
In Lefox Massachusetts a government lawyers conference on the Standard Oil prosecution ends with Kellogg departing for New York and Bonaparte returning to the hills. District Attorney Sims and 25 colleagues anticipate a motion for rehearing in Chicago and possible appeal to the Supreme Court, aiming to rectify alleged legal errors and seek a retrial. Kellogg plans civil work in August and possibly campaign speeches for Judge Tate if time allows.
About 12 000 Armenians in Chicago, many political refugees, doubt the sultan’s amnesty. Detective Islan, an Armenian in the police, notes distrust and demands guaranteed safety before returning home. Three Armenian national organizations operate here.
Heat and humidity caused several deaths and many prostrations across Chicago and La Crosse. Ferdinand Rhein, an instructor in physical culture, died greeting a class. Gustave Bergren, a laborer, was found dead in the street. In La Crosse, Grace Schultz, 29, died from the heat while others prostrated but are expected to recover. Cooler weather forecast tonight brings relief to residents.
Sackville New Brunswick July 20 lightning struck and set the Enterprise foundry ablaze, consuming the structure. The fire spread to the Inter Colonial hotel, both buildings ruined with losses estimated at $100,000.
Special to The Northwestern Milwaukee Wisconsin July 30 reports Col Swilham F Vilas is showing slight improvement ten days after a brain hemorrhage. No significant change in condition is noted by physicians as family and colleagues await further updates.
Reports from Wisconsin indicate La Follette supporters hope McGovern or Hatton withdraw. McGovern insists he will stay in the race despite calls from Racine Lincoln club and party leaders. He cites strong support and promises to gain votes, while Hatton remains positioned as a strong challenger.
Milwau Wisconsin dispatch reports Jule Swansen of Chetek drowned when his boat went over the dam on the Red Cedar River at Colt. He was sixty five years old. His father was on a boat trip to town. The family leaves a wife and son at Chetek.
Paris July 3 A one day general strike called by the General Federation of Labor to protest killings by troops at Vigneux disrupted construction and allied trades. About 5000 workers halted activity while authorities stationed cavalry to deter demonstrations planned at Vigneux.
Coroner Mack reports chemical analysis by Walter Haines and Andrew Helgelten finds strychnine and arsenic in the stomach contents of Mrs. Del Guinness and her children. The case tied to Mississippi farm murders prompts renewed public alarm as Ava Worden of Lamphear argues the affront did not involve the Guinness deaths.
Special report from Menasha Wisconsin notes the Chicago Freely Air Society honored local children housed for summer with regard to their well being and air, praising the city for care. The piece mentions arrests anticipated as police increase presence in parks and private homes, and highlights visitors including Miss Irma Green and Jona Sulger. It reports a charity card party by Royal Neighbors and several community visits across Menasha and neighboring towns.
A Northwestern dispatch from Milwaukee reports W H Le Exern saying John Strange of Oshkosh would run for lieutenant governor if located in Milwaukee. Papers were being filed, but Strange could not be found. Reports suggested a Milwaukee push to nominate Strange to counter Robert M. La Follette, with officials denying plans. Local politicians offered no confirmation as of press time.
Louisville July 30 weather bureau forecast two tropical disturbances off the Carolina and Mid Atlantic coasts. Torrential rains accompany both storms with storm warnings posted for Louisiana and Mississippi coasts as a major system develops over the West Indies and another off the middle Atlantic coast.
Innsbruck July 6. The village of Merch Les Maines has been destroyed by a landslide. Sixteen persons are reported killed.
The funeral for Frank J. Stein was held at St. Vincent's Church on Oregon Street with a solemn requiem by Father Becker of Shawano. Attendants included Father Stabling and Father Scnimberg. Pallbearers were A Welter, J Schneider, P Stemfelt, J Witxelacelner, C Helmy, and A Schultz. interment followed at Riverside Cemetery.
Elaborate plans outline a reception and entertainment for Wisconsin Central officials and guests. Automobiles will shuttle attendees from the railroad denot to the Yacht club via a specified Algoma Street route. A noon luncheon and program follow, with local merchants invited and a program led by Boule Sehriber.
Special to The Northwestert reports John Schutte, paying teller at the Wtret Rattonatl bank, fled with about 26 000 dollars. He allegedly used funds in stock and land deals, entering the vault about half an hour before departure. Cashier George Pratt says a Cleveland letter may have influenced his actions as police probe motives and possible stock investments to cover debts.
A federal judge’s restraining order blocks government action to label distilled spirits as spirits rather than the generic term. Judge Kohlsaat ruled the injunction shall stand pending appeals. Tomorrow lawyers plan to seek to set aside the injunction affecting Terre Haute distillers.
In Charleston the Democratic River convention nominated Toula Bennett of Lewis for governor on the first ballot just before dawn then recessed and reassembled at eleven to finish nominations. After adopting a smoky no called in Crow plank and a negro distribution plank the session adjourned until two this afternoon. The Wilky workers plan to meet in North perk Friday afternoon.
The Hague reports orders to ready the battleship Jacob van Heemskerk for rapid sailing to the Caribbean as a precaution if Gelderland cannot be deployed. The move aims to protect Dutch interests in Venezuela and Curacao, with Heemskerk described as a major 51,000 ton warship capable of 16 knots and armed with large guns and torpedoes.
Judge Tutt and party arrived in Hot Springs from Cincinnati at 10:80 today without incident. General ald Stes and Henry C. Corbin traveled with them, while Senator Scott of West Virginia joined the train and discussed national committee affairs. Frank Hitchcock and Vorys are to visit first, with Jude Latz addressing the Virginian Bar Association on a political speech.
Fifteen witnesses, including Hazel Lew’s mother and father, testify in a coroner’s inquest. The hearing explores alleged mistreatment and possible ties to the Toul pond tragedy as detectives pursue evidence in the Grafton area.
Special to The North Milwaukee The tournament drew many players as Cavanaugh edged Bogey while eight veterans advanced to state contention. Names from Milwaukee Oshkosh and Fond du Lac appear among qualifiers and Forty-nine contenders began the morning rounds with Ham Vose of Milwaukee noted as a surprise flag bearer.
New York dated July 30 reports Alfred Lauterbach a prominent political figure was killed in an automobile accident. The text notes Lauterbach’s age and references his spouse, with fragmentary remarks on life and work.
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