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Newspaper

Oshkosh Daily Northwestern

Location

Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1920

Page

6

Senior Swingout at the University of Wisconsin

Special to The Northwestern Madison Senior Swingout opened commencement week at Muir Knoll with a $235 processional, cap and gown, singing, and a pageant by student classes. The senior class day program is set for June 21 with vespers and an open air theatre performance on June 21 and 22. Women leaders plan a yearlong correspondence program and a printed compilation for The Alumni Magazine.

Northwestern Madison State University Nela Open Air Muirknoll Muir Knell Moir Knell Sardar

Kenosha inmate hanged in jail after escape attempt

A prisoner identified as Michai Sismis, awaiting transfer to the state prison, hanged himself with a belt attached to a cell grate. The incident occurred in Kenosha after supervisor William Senna left to fetch breakfast, leaving the inmate in custody. Sismis had earlier attacked Margaret Rus on Jacobs Island and was awaiting trial in Waupug.

Jess Fond du Lac Michai Siemis Waupug Kenosha Sismiss William Senna Embloysen Tor Sitamens Company Henwosha Hhe Senna Ek Sisrais Siernis Margaret Rus Jacobs’ Island Cazire

Duke of Gporte Leaves England Estate Worth £1,620,000

The Tate duke of Gporte, uncle of former King Manuel of Portugal, positioned as not poor, bequeathed a vast estate in England valued around £1,620,000 to his heir. Details indicate substantial holdings and long-standing wealth.

Tate Gporte Manuel of Portugal England Lds

Eagles Grand Convention Looms In Oshkosh

West Bend editor Frank E. Herring may join the Oshkosh state convention as guest while Grand Worthy President E. D. Weed cancels a San Francisco meeting. Fond du Lac regimental band led by Henry Bowen arrives for performances around Menominee park. Gov. Philipp cannot attend due to Chicago events. Thirty-two candidates initiated at last night’s aerie meeting as new officers took office.

Osihosh Trogrum Frank E. Herring West Bend Tod Order of Eagles Order E. D. Weed Eagles San Francisco Mr. Herring Chicago

Victory for Osteopaths in Supreme Court Pleases Oshkosh Practitioners

Local osteopaths celebrate Wisconsin Supreme Court action granting them the right to take the state examination in surgery. Dr Z M Oium praised the court’s June 2 mandamus ruling in their favor, marking a significant professional milestone.

Supreme Court Z. M. Oium Supreme Court of Wisconsin

Short Notes from Milwaukee and Area News

A. G. Damuth of Milwaukee visits his wife and family in New Jersey with Newport Chemical Works. Savannith Wonto of the United States Navy is visiting his mother in Milwaukee on earned leave. About thirty couples attend a St. Catherine’s guild dancing party at Eneco Park. Lake Rest resort at Roe’s Point, near town, opened with arrivals from Chicago as Mr and Mrs Edward Lave and Mr and Mrs M. Smith honeymooning. The Woman’s Missionary Society of the First Baptist Church held its final meeting of the season with Mrs I N Williams and Mrs W F Bostick leading.

A. G., Damuth Milwaukee Bla Jothia Altyle Ia Newport Chemical Works Age Tiny Pusesaly N. J Teving K. Wonto U. S Savannith Avanti¢ Neat United States Navy Clara Wonto Eneco Park St. Catherine’s Guild Trinity Epieropal Church Lake Rest Summon Roe‘s Point Edward Lave Trod M. Smith Chicago

Contempt Ruling in Varney Divorce Counterclaim Case

In circuit court this forenoon in the Varney versus Varney case the plaintiff was found in contempt for failure to make payments as ordered in the divorce decree. The commitment to jail was stayed and rescheduled for June 5, with Varney required to place 1500 dollars with the court clerk by that date.

Phot Orton J. Varney Margaret J.varney Vulture Varney Thin Uc Cary

Devotions Close as Guests Host Refreshments Served

The article notes the devotions and Mrs Erwin Nelson completed the study book Grusadey of Compassion while hostesses Mrs Williamy and Mrs George Walker served refreshments. A noon fire at the Eastern Wisconsin Electric company barn on Lake Drive burned the top of an old car. cause unknown, chief notes no further service expected. In Jennie Moran v. Eastern Wisconsin Electric Co. a quiet title judgment was ordered for plaintiff per complaint. Henry Awe v Elsa Awe hearing on show cause continued. Awe may pay $40 monthly child support instead of $20.

Erwin Nelson Williamy George Walker Eastern Wisconsin Electric Company Lake Drive Ning Company Jennie Moran Sanse Henry Awe Elsa Awe Awe

Marriage Licenses Filed in Oshkosh Area

Three couples filed marriage license applications: Gilbert G. Tulls of Oshkosh with Elizabeth Tesser of Oshkosh. Erwin Volkmann of Neenah with Margaret Steion of Menasha. Frank Nachtman of Oshkosh with Leona F. Schutt of Oshkosh. In Milbee v Milbee a continuance was granted to June 26 with $20 payable to the clerk. dispute over monthly support of 80 vs 50 dollars. Barnes v Barnes continued for one week.

Nadine Gilbert G. Tulls Ninth Street Oshkosh Elizabeth Tesser Monroy Avenue Erwin Volkmann Neenah Margaret Steion Menashai Frank Nachtman Seventh Street Leona F. Schutt Western Avenue William Kilmer Fond du Jar Mary Milbee Robert S. Milbee Nellie Barnes Edward M. Barnes

Osteopathic graduates sue state board for surgery exam access

State association sues the State Board of Medical Examiners to compel granting osteopathic graduates the right to take the full state examination in surgery. The group claims schools provide comprehensive training in general medical subjects and surgery, yet the board arbitrarily bars osteopathic applicants from the surgical exam. The suit seeks justice, asserting the public interest in fair access to licensure.

State Board of Medical Examiners Aow

Oshkosh Alumni Banquet Address By Mr Clark

Mr and Mrs W J Clark of Chicago formerly Oshkosh are in the air for a brief visit. Mr Clark is on the program of the Oshkosh Normal School alumni banquet this evening to give an address representing the class.

W. J. Clark Chicago Oshkosh Clark Oshkosh Normal School Trinity Church Hev Theodore R. lFarile

Political Writer Aims for Major Party Conventions

The article notes a financial and political writer for The Chicago Evening American, a western representative of John O'Sullivan. It states Jr. Clark will direct Hearst News Press Bureau at the Republican convention in Chicago and plans to attend the Democratic convention in San Francisco.

Chicago John O'Sullivan Clark Hearst News the Coliseum San Francisco

Outing at GrIHULA organized by Oshkosh club

The Oshkosh Childess & Traders arrange a summer outing on Wednesday June 22. Members board the Steamer Marflower Junior at 3:50 AM from Oshhula Wisconsin for a morning ride and park picnic. They plan baseball and other recreations in the afternoon with a return trip at 7S the eng.

Oshkosh Childess & Traders” Exchange Oshhula Wis

Drunk and lemon extract plea leads to jail release

A municipal court yesterday committed a man to twenty five days in county jail for drunkenness, which he blamed on drinking lemon extract. He paid fines totaling 8.52 dollars and left for Fond du Lac. The Winnebaro Dairy Products Co. shifts capital stock to 320,000. Graduation features begin tonight with Alumni banquet at Oshkosh Normal.

Emmess Fond du Lac Winnebaro Dairy Products Company Taevesalus Osh- Kosh Normal School Sunor Feings

Light Side Of Life Opinion Splash Theorizes On Political Stand

A reflective column by Rey X Menken frets over voters demanding clear policy positions from presidential hopefuls. It suggests brief, printed statements on key issues and cites historical quips about tariffs, unity, and public interruptions. The piece weaves satirical anecdotes with calls for concise candidate messaging.

Life Rey X. Menken

District Conference of Metropolitan Life Representatives Held

The initial conference of the agenta and deputies of Metropolitan Life Insurance met today in Carthage building district offices with 28 representatives. District Agent F J Reale led the gathering, splitting the day between work discussions and a noon meal at the Athene hotel. Cities represented included Grand Rapids Stevens Point Tomahawk Merrill Wausau Sheboygan Manitowoc Two Rivers Plymouth Berlin Fond du Lac and others.

Metropolitan Life Insurance Company Ditrict Carthage F. J. Reale Tarcheon Athéarn Hotel Grand Rapids Stevens Point Tomahawk Merril Wausau Sheboygan Manitowoc Two Rivers Plymouth Berlin Fond du Lac

Mrs Gates Recovers After Left Arm Injury

Reports from Bibwaukee indicate Mrs Goorks W Gates is making progress after an operation and is expected to recover. She injured her left arm while crocheting when a crochet needle pierced a finger. the needle broke off and was hard to remove, infection set in, and after about a week an amputation was performed to save her life. She is at the Milwaukee hospital.

Bibwaukee Goorks W. Gates Watk Gates Milwaukee Hospital

Fragmented Street Scene and Upcoming Alumni Events

An unclear street incident describes police stopping a man near Memstree and higher details are murky. Upcoming campus events include morning drills on Tuesday and a Thursday commencement, with an Alumni Association meeting in the Normal school library and a 12:39 AM Thursday wardrobe ceremony.

Normal School Thorsday Thorning

Seccession Vote Reported by Southern Chinese Leaders

At a Pittsburgh area meeting, prominent southern Chinese traders discussed secession from the Canton administration. The provinces of Hunan and others in the south reportedly favored independence, signaling regional discontent with central governance.

Fonnan Kowhe Thee Hanan Shevei Sxechoan Feeyh

Rushford Girl Becomes Bride of Fol Huntsiker

Maud Miller, longtime Rushford teacher, wed Fol Huntsiker of Greensand Wisconsin on June 2 at the home of Mr and Mrs Muller. The bride has taught for seven years.

Northweceiern Rushford Weinetds Are Muller Maud Huntsiker Greensand Wis

Kiwanis attendees head to International convention

Frank Ed. Keefe and George Hurslington prepare to attend the International Kiwanis convention in Por Gre next week. Keefe, the district state vice president and president’s representative, and Harrington, elected delegate, will join Wisconsin’s delegation traveling from Chicago by special train.

Frank Ed. Keefe George Hurslington Kiwanis E Uig Por Gre Keefe AL Marthena Milsauker Harrington Harrintson Wisconsin i Chivane

Obituary for Irving Nientx at 449 Nich Street

Irving Nientx, aged 22, died at his home from heart trouble. He held a diploma from a local college and was a 1916 graduate. Survived by a wife, infant son Gerald, his parents Mr and Mrs Frank Kress, three sisters, and brothers. Funeral Tuesday at 2 from home, 3 at Lutheran church, interment at Lone Hill Cemetery.

Irving Nientx Homer Nich Tega Gerald Frank Kress Ietera Letelenk Yarse Avene Lutheran Church Sehlert

Wisconsin and Soldiers in State Leadership History

A note on Civil War veterans in Wisconsin politics. Collected examples show many governors secretaries of state treasurers and legislators who were veterans, detailing names like Hoard Upham Peck Scofield Fairchild Vilas Mitchell Spooner and Jenkins among others, highlighting the long veteran presence in Wisconsin governance.

Col I AL Whatrous Grant Hayes Garfield Harrison McKinley Aoll Appomattox Congress Fairchild Allen H. B. Warner E. G. Tite Henry Baetz Henry &. Harshaw Charles E. Gil C. BE. Eatinbrook John J. McMyan A. J. Craig Samuel Fallows Phil Foneck William JL Root F LN Lyon John Spooner PF. Vilas 3.V.quarles House of Representatives Wisconsin Eishtara Differen John J. Jenkins Roviders C. GC. Waehburn Taine Amis Cobb Rusk Georgs J McDiin D. Burchard Moyck Joesphasin Woolward O. R. Thomas C. B. Clark Washnel J. L. Mitchell Michael Griffin S. A Cook B.S. Minn Haie States

Fear Irish strike looming in transport sector

Reports from Dublin cite warnings of serious developments in Irish transport workers as leaders urge a return to work while British and Irish officials weigh options. A telegram from Deblin headquarters is mentioned and a June 1st deadline appears in discussions amid tense labor talks.

United tondon—Pear Irish Bay

Two Violent Earthquakes Strike Ferrera Italy

Two violent earthquake shocks hit Ferrera Italy causing panic in the city located 26 miles northeast of Bologna. The quake, centered about 3,860 miles from Washington and recorded on Georgetown University seismographs, began around 11:41 last night, peaked at 1 p.m. this morning, and ended about 1:30 a.m.

Ferrera Italy Associated Press London Rome Bologna Thalys Washington Georgetown University Bergen

Wisconsins Past Fails to Embrace Civil War Spirit

The writer laments changes in party politics, contrasting pre primary era candor with modern self selected applicants. They question whether WWI soldiers are remembered as Civil War soldiers were and blame modern nominating methods for fewer men seeking public office. Local sentiment longs for straightforward candidate hunting.

Wisconsin Soing Mary

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