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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1908
Page
6
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a U S court term with Judge Le Vo Quarles presiding. References include Fred Westfahl Jr at the clerk’s desk and Deputy Edward Aburtehi, with mentions of a three day term and session timing. The text is incomplete and partial.
A5 figure George Kiigmeyer of Richwood was charged in a case represented by United States authorities. Details indicate Kiigmeyer faced federal charges joined by an unnamed party. The document notes involvement of Richwood residents and United States legal representation.
Audience invited to an evening of comic opera with the entire cast performing at Promises Hall. Local theatergoers expected lively arias and light chorus numbers in a humor filled program this night.
Government contract awarded Monday by S. Fiverest distributing agent for the forestry division after bids from wholesale grocery houses. Goods to be shipped to Neopit Shawano County in carload lots for feeding Indians employed at cutting timber on the reservation. Government sale details included.
At the First Baptist temple Oshkosh Winnebago county residents gathered for Sunday school institutes. E C Knapp spoke this afternoon on Sunday school problems and will address teachers and workers again this evening.
Morgan and McGoorty weigh in under 180 pounds and enter a noon fight in Oshkosh. The bout promises to be a notable showcase with James Murph guiding the contenders and Buck Cattor handling training duties as Os ikosh fans eye a dramatic midweight clash.
The fragment shows an advertising line referencing Folites 7 13 and a Menominee site with a 121 Merrill 120 by 135 feet warehouse or possibly storage space. It appears as a catalog-like listing with street and parcel details.
A fragmented report from La Crosse describes a strike result described as a victory for the bosses after a prolonged standoff. The text is garbled but indicates ongoing labor tension and a tied situation resolved in favor of management.
Obituary notes for Mrs Rehard Weber aged 57 from Oregon Street, died Monday night after a long illness. She leaves husband F Aiu, a daughter, sister and brother. Services at Thirteenth Street cemetery with pallbearers Emil Wesenberg, Hann Gauger, Eer Walter Wohler, and others. Another notice recalls Rudolph’s death from tuberculosis with funeral arrangements in Bay Street.
Fragmented OCR text from Manitowoc area mentions names and places in unclear form. The readable bits reference county, marriage, and local locations but lack complete facts or coherent events. The item resembles a damaged local notice with insufficient detail for a fuller summary.
A jumble of items from a small town classified page including bakery mentions, home goods ads, sales prices, employment notices, and a church social. readable lines reference strict Pure Bakery compounds, groceries, furniture, a woodwork and saloon area, and missing items. Also included are lost and found notices and a church event announced for the week.
A blaze in Mount Vernon causes evacuations as residents flee the building. Fire crews work through the night to control the flames and determine the cause. No injuries reported at this time.
Associated Press dispatch from Muskogee Oklahoma notes Edward K. claims self defense in a murder case. He says General Dunlap entered the room and fired first, prompting the shooting. The confession was reportedly made at Muskoge e last night as details unfold.
A severe wind and electrical storm struck Port Huron Monday afternoon injuring a woman and two children and killing one man. Property damage was estimated at 150000 dollars across the city.
Associated Press report from Sioux City Iowa states Joseph Lewis went to the home of Mrs Lemands Sarxent and shot her four times killing her before taking his own life. Police believe the deaths stem from a lovers quarrel.
Report from Willemstad Curaçao dated June indicates several cases of plague exist in Caracas. The dispatch notes the outbreak and discusses public health concerns and response measures in the capital.
The Winnebago County Court in Probate issues a notice in the estate of Allan P. Balis deceased. Creditors must present claims by December 16, 1908 for examination and allowance. A special term will be held at Oshkosh court-house to hear and adjust all claims. Publication to run four weeks in The Daily Northwestern. Signed by County Judge D. Cleveland.
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