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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1908
Page
1
Reported by Associated Press the Taft campaign asserts momentum as delegates lean toward Taft in Texas districts. Mentions discussions on vice president and the evolving convention scene with mentions of Washington and Chicago.
A breakfast meeting among A B Humphreys and others discussed Governor Hughes as a potential vice presidential name. Leaders from Iowa and national figures gathered at headquarters to assess the race, with plans to press on to the convention. Delegates arrive from New York and Pennsylvania as Ohio intends strong attendance by weekend. Hammond, among early visitors, declined to claim the lead but praised progress.
Fragmentary notes from the Republican convention scene describe debates over Taft as presidential candidate amid committee sessions in New York. The text mentions delegates, districts, and possible withdrawals, with discussions on the vice presidency and regional support.
The draft plank from the Newspaper Men's union calls the Republican party to back Roosevelt era forest policy. It urges removal of duties on all forest products including lumber and pulp wood to curb resource denudation and the threat of a timber famine.
The Treasury announces the new currency act effective May 2 1908. It outlines two methods for applying for additional circulating notes. Banks may form currency associations if meeting capital and size thresholds, and individuals or banks may obtain extra notes under specified sections. The treasury may adjust association territory and will provide filing blanks for joining.
The Mississippi River at St Paul Minnesota remains above normal, rising to 14.6 feet in twelve hours after a previous receding trend. A further rise was noted, keeping the river at high water levels not seen since the prior week.
Fragmented OCR recalls Wisconsin delegates debating La Follette's stance at a Republican convention. Names such as Brum and Strum appear amid reports of committee makeup and potential contenders. The text notes internal party tensions and the process to present Wisconsin views to the convention.
In earnest, Puelleher pressed his case as Milwaukee delegates weigh support in the national committee race. The scene centers on key figures including Lorenz and Kieckherer with Sen. Henry Loner of Waukesha weighing his position. The group debates selection timing and loyalties as April plans loom.
A terse Associated Press dispatch from Albany reports Governor Hughes ordering officials to act on anti race track betting schemes. The Gravesend betting ring was closed today as authorities enforce sports wagering laws amid a broader crackdown.
San Francisco reports a secret marriage between Jennie Lathrop Stanford and Albert Wilson. The union follows gossip about family fortunes and an anticipated inheritance from Jennie and her late mother Mrs. Stanford. Relatives decline comment as plans to inform her father, Charlies G. Lathrop, unfold.
Governor Johnson states in a written release that he will not seek a third term as governor of Alabama. He adds that even if nominated he would not accept, as he opposes a third term.
The French Ambassador and officials announce the visit by Mr Hill to Berlin. Emperor William is not delaying the audience, likely to occur Sunday, with Mrs Hill still not yet arrived.
Prohibition delegates in Wisconsin adjourn after naming a state ticket for the primary, choosing W. D. Cox as governor candidate along with J. B. Smith William Agar and D. W. Emerson for the national convention slate. The platform calls for a constitutional amendment banning liquor advertising public ownership of utilities and direct presidential voting by the people.
In Tokyo Baron abil as vice minister warned foreign traders to avoid untoward changes in the upcoming treaties. He noted August 1911 as a likely target for treaty effects and that early proposals by June 1909 would focus mainly on the customs tariff amid Japan's sensitive position due to misrepresentation campaigns.
A man believed to be Albert Crosby of Foxton, an actor in The Road to Yesterday, was beaten to death by two assailants on West Twenty-seventh Street New York as terrified residents watched from their windows. A fat purse was taken from the victim.
The Morris meat packing plant near the Kaw River suffered two major blazes during a flood. A gas explosion and stubborn fire left losses estimated around 880000, with extensive water damage crippling operations and cooling capacity.
In Poughkeepsie Thaw and his wife Evelyn met privately in his Dutchess County jail quarters their first encounter since his bid for release. Mrs Thaw planned to take Kinerman with her husband and fill the day with him. In New York a court session will hear arguments on Thaw being recommitted to the Mattewan asylum or moved to a non criminal insane institution.
In Groveton the crowd entering the courthouse was searched after almost 100 buns were taken from spectators. R Q Kenny faces murder charges for allegedly killing ex County Attorney He Robb and shooting Ranger J D Dunaway six times on April 46.
Quincy A. Shaw a prominent figure in mining and finance with ties to Calumet and Hecla died at his Jamaica Plain home today aged eighty six. The Boston Miss dispatch notes his storied career and notable influence in the industry.
A stay of execution was granted for the condemned man Billet in the rural murders case after new questions about the trial arose. Judge Landis delayed the scheduled eleven o clock hanging, allowing an appeal to the U S Supreme Court and further review as mass meetings and appeals mounted in the community.
McCormick, an attorney, leaped from a five story office building in Watertown on June 2 and is in dying condition. He was arrested last night in connection with frauds in the claims department of the New York Central railway and released on bail.
Fragmentary OCR text shows no clear event, names, or locations. The fragment appears garbled with stray phrases and misread capitalization, offering no coherent report to summarize.
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