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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1908
Page
1
The article notes leaders considering old policies while pressing to solidify stance on tariffs and party power. Central figures Wade Ellis and Longworth engage in discussions at the White House and at a Republican convention in Chicago.
In Appleton Miss Willcombie and Miss Louise Thomas announce a wedding of note. The bride elects blue and pink as prevailing colors with Virginia McNaughton as the flower girl. After the ceremony, the couple will depart for London and tour Europe, visiting Nantes and other cities, then continuing a continental trip.
A government agricultural department report shows cotton planted area at the season’s current count around 32,060,060 acres with conditions on May 2 ahead of last year’s percentage. The figure reflects rapid expansion and strong early progress in cultivation.
The sub committee organizing the new currency committee since congress adjourned will meet at the Plaza Hotel in New York City on Thursday June 15. The Associated Press report outlines the planned gathering and its aims for upcoming currency policy discussions in Washington and national finance circles.
Special to The North of Milwaukee reports United States Senator Isaac Stephenson will return from Washington tomorrow evening on the 10 40 train. The Marinette depot will be greeted by the Ames Third Regiment band. Bishop President Brown of the chamber of commerce and C Hy Landres of the Greater Marinette club are listed among attendees.
The Auto Club of France halted all French entries for the November race under Ostend rules amid disqualification of French constructors. American plans for a Vanderbilt Cup race this fall faltered as American and French bodies clash over regulations, signaling unresolved tensions between national clubs and transatlantic organizers.
The inquest into Hjerberg’s death heard Dr Barhett's testimony as the sole statement given last night. A adjournment is set for Thursday afternoon at two o'clock with District Attorney Foulkes presiding. The stomach and other internal organs have been sent to the state chemist in Madison for analysis to be read to the jury.
Milwaukee June 2 A Journal medal reports over 120 delegates of the grand lodge of the I O O F and state and city representatives arrived this morning. They received a cordial welcome at the Sereno opera house with addresses by Mayor Joseph Bishop We EB Leroy and Dr J A Sherman. Grand Master Beck and the state president of the Rebeccas spoke. A large bronze key was presented to Mr. or. An evening program featured entertainment at the Scott opera house. Sessions continue tomorrow and Thursday with perfect weather.
Los Angeles June 2 Henry T Kelme former guard on the University of Michigan football team and twice a member of the All African team has been selected as head coach for Occidental College in Los Angeles.
Police officials gathered in Detroit for the opening session of the Seventeenth Association of Chiefs meeting. The event, supported by contributions from about seventy cities, runs through Friday with theater, tours, and a banquet on Thursday. Attending chiefs include Michael V Duttale, J M Hager, and Frederick Koehler from Cleveland.
Report describes a crowded scene where children gathered around a location called Ttalang, with deposits and a threatened breach of doors. Police were quickly deployed to restore order as the crowd grew excited, with potential losses totaling about $30,000.
Democratic leaders gather to discuss plans for a national committeeman slate and whether to hold a state convention. Key figures present include Chairman F H Manson, Tim Ryan, and John Aylward. Debate centers on convention scope, with supporters citing stronger ticket prospects versus a platform-building focus.
A young man at a Duckstafe-Edwards Company machine on South Main Street near Twelfth Street was badly injured when a belt came loose from a six inch main line at the culling machinery. He fell to the floor as the belt detached, with doctors stating the injuries could prove fatal and the firm awaiting further medical updates.
Mauretania set a new voyage record with a speed of 630 nautical miles in 24 hours and a total 2,890 nautical miles from Foo to Sandyhook, finishing the voyage on April 17. The Cunard liner also achieved a four day twenty three hour and fit crossing, despite propeller damage on a prior westward run. Lusitania also beat the eastbound record from New York to Queenstown by two hours and forty three minutes, covering 2,922 knots in five days four hours and thirty minutes.
An Associated Press report from Cleveland describes about 200 Italians storming a bank, forcing entry possible if police hadn’t intervened. The bank doors resisted initially as a crowd gathered on Orange Street today and the scene unfolded with high tension and attempted breach.
A sensational Paris story questions the strangling death of Adalphi Steinheil and his mother in law. The piece notes the servant Cedluit Fa’s unusual behavior, missing footprints in the soft ground, and Madame Steinheil’s retractions while authorities weigh shifting theories and new investigative results.
Early returns from Multnomah County show Chamberlain Democrat leading Cake Republican by a 63 vote margin after 43 of 114 precincts reported. Prohibition appears favored in many counties, single tax defeated, women’s suffrage likely defeated, with other initiatives undetermined.
The report states McGuigan will serve as referee for the upcoming trial, with authorities confirming his assignment and role. No additional details on date location or participants are provided in the fragment.
Charles D Ehan son of Zanesville Tiles president was jailed in Montreal on a breach of promise charge filed by Charlotte Weber of Montreal Her relatives are bound for York and Europe this week damages of twenty thousand dollars are claimed Shaw is in jail without bail
Central Ferdinand Jungwirth, a section man for Wisconsin Central, attempted to alight a northbound freight near New York avenue. He fell onto the pavement, suffering a large head wound and unconsciousness, and was taken by city ambulance to St. Mary's hospital.
Al Griebe of Beloit reports the death of A. B. Knapp at about 3 56 am in Oshkosh. Formerly known as Deacon Knapp he was a pioneer lumberman and longtime resident. He died from debility in old age after months of bed rest and without pain, his relatives recall.
The Knapp family figures prominently in Oshkosh history. D A Knapp built the first saw mill with Nicholas Burnham, later forming Knapp & Fowler and Knapp & Co. James Jenkins and partners acquired Knapp interests, with changes leading to Knapp’s enduring influence in local industry, education, and church work. He died after a long life of business and piety, survived by a large family dispersed across Wisconsin and beyond.
Pittsburg millionaire Augustus Hartje seeks a further bill of particulars from Mrs Mary Scott Hartje in their sensational divorce case. Attorneys Ferguson and Rodgers say public testimony was offered and object to revealing time and place of alleged attack in Loudon. They warn such detail could enable the respondent to locate witnesses and weaken testimony.
Mrs Annie Franey Haney died Monday afternoon in hospital after a illness. She is survived by a husband and other relatives. Funeral services were held at Riverside cemetery with Rev McDonald officiating. Music by Mrs Kircher and Mrs Doman. Pallbearers listed. Burial followed at Riverside cemetery.
The board of police and fire commissioners held a regular session led by new president George H. Foster. No business was transacted except deciding that this summer police officers should wear helmets. Straw hats were previously used but rain would ruin them, making helmets the most economical and practical choice for outdoor duty.
Special to The Northwestern reports the seventh annual Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks convention opening in Racine Milwaukee June 2 with slow delegate arrival but growing crowds expected on afternoon and evening trains. Guests include Mr and Mrs Davison hosted by Mr and Mrs Horlick. Morning crowds formed as the event began with anticipated banquets rides and theater parties tomorrow.
A fragmented report notes Senatorial campaign travel from various locations. It mentions a steamer excursion along river points, with references to weather and travel conditions during the journey. The text is garbled but implies broader campaign activity across multiple regions.
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