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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1908
Page
1
Senate and assembly battles over gambling legislation erupt with dramatic testimony and partisan rhetoric. Senator Foelker’s late vote surprise and Cassiday’s assertion that regulation aims at evils, not virtue, mark a tense legislative session as Governor’s stance looms.
The report notes a tank steamer named Caribbean going down after a disruption in shipping near Brunswick and Frylog routes, with Associated Press dispatches from Philadelphia and New York. The fragment references exchange lines and matapras details, indicating wartime shipping hazards and maritime losses.
Police monitor Naffaio Palizzolo, once Palermo deputy, arriving recently in the country. Lieutenant Vaehris and Brodky police seek to understand his mission and the fund-raising for his release after trials in Italy. Palizzolo's 1908 Bologna trial and delays across regions are noted.
A convention features debate over a proposed freight rate increase and rail service relations for lumbermen, followed by a banquet, smoker, vaudeville, and entertainment. Notables from the Hoos and Southern Lumberman discuss industry concerns while attendees plan social events and possible initiations.
From Victoria B C June 11 Associated Press reports a China wide uprising in Funan and South China. Peking orders foreign provincial authorities to assemble forces to attack rebels who have organized a movement threatening to become the largest uprising since the Taiping rebellion.
Associated Press report from Minneapolis states J De Barens, president of the insolvent Minnesota Title Insurance and Trust Company, was declared guilty by a jury on charges of grand larceny arising from manipulation of the company affairs.
Fragmentary report notes of a southern audience and Prohibitionists in the Bryan era. Mentions Mr Wilson and a southern candidate favored due to prevailing anti Bryan sentiment.
The article reports on draft party platforms and immigration planks discussed in Chicago and Ohio. It notes President Roosevelt and Secretary of War involvement, calls for deportation of felons, and proposed liberal immigration measures. It also covers Foraker and Knox candidacies, with campaign tactics and comments from aides about sticking to front runners and delaying withdrawals.
Fragmented report notes water levels receding after a period of danger. Local observers and officials monitor the Missouri River area for remaining risks as flood conditions ease.
Associated Press reports that the University of Minnesota regents adopted enlarging plans submitted by St Paul architect Gilbert after last session approved $450,000 for campus expansion. The plan centers four building groups flanking a central open court.
A fragmentary report shows Heil Indignant after rumors claiming a political motive. The witness mentions a relative and a prominent figure, with statements about not seeking money but power.
Rough notes from Lexington indicate the Democratic state convention will select six delegates at large, each earning a third of the vote. W Beckha llie M James Thomas push a platform favored by one faction, opposed by another, shaping the party's stance.
Thieves smashed a plate glass window at the Hyman Berg & Co. jewelry store at State and Washington Streets in Chicago and escaped with sixty gold jewelry items. They hurled a brick wrapped in cloth to break the window, then grabbed jewelry and watches. Several trays of gold rings and studs were taken.
Several thousand veterans joined today’s reunion parade in Alabama. Gen. Clement A. Evans led the procession as new Commander-In-Chief, with Lt. Col. Gordon and Gen. Harrison among the dignitaries. Sixty thousand spectators watched under clear skies as heat cooled into a refreshing breeze.
An Associated Press report from Tournai Belgium on June 11 describes a passenger train derailment near Mona Tan where Bons were killed and several injured. The wreckage caught fire and many passengers had to be rescued before flames spread.
An Associated Press report from New Orleans on June 13 states a dynamite bomb exploded early today in front of the Drywoods store of Joseps Ep2gio, an Italian, at Hospital and badly wrecked the building. Sperio, the owner, was injured.
In a disputed session the Taft delegation from South Carolina won seating after contests from the First district were resolved. Tennessee contests also favored Taft as hearings examined two factions led by W. J. Oliver and N. W. Haile with Jesse M. Littleton making a pivotal appeal for Oliver.
Comedian Raymond Hitchcock was granted bail by Justice Gortine after a weeklong trial and multiple indictments. He had been in Tombs Prison since before the ruling, with one trial ending in dismissal and others unresolved. Shouts and handshakes followed as he left for his cell.
In Chicago a Crewe ry company president testified before Interstate Commerce Commissioner Prouty about rail tariff plans raising cream costs. He warned farmers would lose income and many dairy operations could fail. John Barnes pressed for cross examination. Haskell refused to permit private disclosure, citing competition. Public release of any data was demanded by Frouty.
A spectacular blaze last night wiped out the Fri-State Israf company grain elevator at Hammond Indiana. About 250000 bushels of corn were destroyed and property valued at 209000, including the corn, burned. The fire, started by a hot box on a grain belt, swept wires and freight cars along the Chicago Junction tracks. Elevator owner is Richard Fitzgerald, president of the Chicago Junction railway.
Special to The Northwestern Madison June 1. Against protests and obstacles placed by six grown sons Rudolph Fioetz age ninety nine and Misa AreuJa Huger age eighty were married in the city by Justice Fehiandt Pinet, a wealthy retired farmer. He could not marry in his home town as ministers there were persuaded not to perform the ceremony. The couple came this morning and the ceremony was performed before Mr Plaetz's sons knew he had left home. The groom said the marriage rededicated a childhood romance.
Paris June 1 Associated Press heirs of Antoine Siger former mayor of Fort de France Martinique filed for damages in Paris alleging a counterclaim against the government of Martinique. The claim centers on legal action heard in the court system and questions of liability.
An Associated Press report from Chicago notes Herman Biller seeks a writ of habeas corpus in U S district court. The motion, filed Friday, asks for a hearing after a resumed appeal and challenges the governor's authority. The case centers on potential execution tomorrow amid unresolved legal questions.
An Oshkosh stockholders meeting is postponed due to unresolved details. No officers are chosen, and the company awaits clearer direction. The delay follows confusion about how the meeting should be conducted.
Margaret Kolb sixty wife of Martin Kolb Highland hotel proprietor was shot through the neck early today and taken to a hospital in critical condition. Adam Spahn thirty eight a partner of the husband is under arrest. Spahn admitted the shooting stating Mrs Roth and he had trouble over business affairs.
From Toleda Ohio June reports the Maccabees leadership split between Boynton and Lovelace factions. Major Boynton confined to his room, the venerable commander aged seventy two, fatigue from yesterday’s strain delays the first session. Feeds to be devoted to upcoming events.
Governor Samuel R. Van Sant of Minnesota was unanimously endorsed for commander in chief of the Grand Army of the Republic at the Minnesota state encampment held yesterday in Minneapolis.
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