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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1908
Page
4
The Northern Hydro Electric League elected officers and directors including E M Murphy Green Bay and E Green Chicago. Directors also include Hartley Glasgnier Green Bay Sosalkoy Cos and Howard Green Bay. The company began work on contracts and development in early 19th century.
Four new streetcars ordered by the Traction Company will be placed in service after installation on Ninth Street to the park area. J C Kimes states three cars are in Wisconsin Central tracks and another moved to the shops for modification. Workers anticipate slow, careful work and expect double trucks to be used to replace temporary trucks. The addition aims to handle crowds during games and events, but full perfect service may require extended double tracking beyond Ninth Street.
The article outlines plans to expand electric power supply for manufacturing by developing dams on the river and a railroad connection to furnish power for industrial use. It notes a fleet of trailers and passenger cars, with horsepower estimates around 150, enabling more work per day as service expands. ninety passenger cars may see limited daily use due to demand and maintenance.
Rev Matthew J Prenery, pastor of Summerfield church, is to receive a degree this week from Theological College. He will travel to Milwaukee on Wednesday for the special service. Newly named for his winter sermons praised for liberality and power, he is seen as a young leader.
A man named Hoffman was arrested for disorderly conduct at the corner of Minnesota and Sixth streets in Watt. He pleaded guilty in court, fined five dollars plus costs, and was sentenced to fifteen days in the county workhouse after failing to pay the fine.
Farmers complain heavy rainfall has flooded fields and soaked crops across Oshkosh area, delaying field work. Rivers and creeks swell while land remains saturated. warm sun is hoped to dry land, warming merchants and easing farmer anxiety.
Information reaches Oshkosh about a party led by Alderman Joseph Kloeckner traveling to Europe aboard the Hamburg America line. The group includes Mr and Mrs Charles Rahr and Mr and Mrs George Hilton with children Gabe and Marie Hilton. They plan trips through Berlin Rhine Gorge Bingen and Frankfurt with stops in Paris, returning late August or early September.
Short notes report Rahr's colts beat the Soreheads Sunday by 7 to 5. The M W C Ladies Drill team will excursion to Omro Thursday evening. N B Good spoke at a gospel service on Good templars’ wait last Sunday. Mr and Mrs Diok Dunham and child return from Washington DC where Mr Dunham has a government post. Nell expresses disappointment in her husband and Belle notes his lack of reform.
The Oshkosh Yacht Club held a lively Monday meeting at the New Revere hotel with about sixty members present. Commodore Everhart outlined plans for clubhouse improvements, grounds surveying, and a $4005 budget update. The racing committee proposed a power boat regatta on August 8 with a revised Fahrney cup course and several race day plans, while prizes, cups, and a new phonograph for the ballroom were also noted. Eleven officers and new members were welcomed as the club showcased active, ongoing projects and upcoming events.
The fluently garbled notice claims a new cube skin remedy sold by Horn's and other druggists. It targets blackheads acne herpes and other facial conditions with a 50 cent package and a higher priced option. The ad promises healing in two weeks for chronic cases and overnight results for minor troubles, inviting readers to the Laborsteriae on Wy Street in New York City for a free experimental trial.
Production of a melodious school opera titled tHuam etceale for Bamboositum praised as a home talent show at Grand Opera House. Only sixteen tickets unsold. the gallery crowded. audience expected to fill all seats. Cast includes Ombastian, Bersnard, Monica Frettes, Harold Hurn, Charles Kimball in key roles.
Walker and Gunnell announce the marriage of their daughter to Mr. George. The ceremony took place in the city with the couple planning a home on Wright Street.
City hall hosts Friday evening meeting of Memorial day committee to review expenditures and other features. Ambulance moved Mrs Ekenne street to St Mary's then Mt Clemens. Raymond Hoffman arraigned for assault and battery pleaded guilty. Knights of Columbus joint meeting in Appleton with Green Tayril team to initiate candidates from Appleton Fond du Lac and Oshkosh. Pond du Lac sends delegates.
A jumble of late telegram style ads and notices includes Boyd & Son promoting strictly pure goods at favorable prices with 10c baked items, a piano for sale with terms, a request for a small house or suite by a young couple, a rental offer on Jackson Street, an insurance and loan office notice, a large lot for sale near Main Street, and a postponed Ladies' Team Dance at Mystic Borers Hall with ticket refunds and rescheduled date.
Mixed ads list items for sale including instruments, clothing, dogs, screens, and furniture. Also notices for jobs, rooms, and services plus a probate adjustment notice from Oshkosh court detailing claim deadlines and publication requirements.
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