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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1902
Page
4
The Northwestern piece argues for a state primary election plan to replace caucuses, claiming it would broaden voter participation, reduce boss influence, and foster direct nominations. It notes variations on implementation and urges Republicans to support delegates who back reform at the state convention.
The article laments drownings at the state university in Madison, urging swimming education for youths and safer boating practices. It notes a couple’s drowning during a moonlit boat ride and stresses parental responsibility for teaching children to swim. It also mentions the sale of the Preza hotel in New York for tearing down to build a large new structure.
The beet sugar bloc met Thursday to oppose the Cuban reciprocity plan and chart three paths: back the house bill without amendment, push a tariff rebate on Cuban imports, or drop the issue. Despite administration policy, 19 Republican senators oppose the measure, while Democrats favor it, and a special session or presidential intervention could follow if no agreement is reached before adjournment.
The piece condemns The Racine Journal for partisan bias urging Republicans to attend caucuses to voice the party’s will. It argues for open, fair expression by all Republicans, warning against factional manipulation and claiming broad support for honoring majority choice at the state convention. Milwaukee council approves leasing Whittaker swimming school for public use with expert instruction and capacity for 1500 daily bathers, promoting safety and lifelong swimming skills.
The Appleton Crescent mocks factional rivalries while anticipating harmony at the state convention. Carrie Nation reportedly plans to attend an Elks reunion in Oshkosh as a sign the city hosts a lively celebration. A playful jab at King Edwant and Banker Morgan contrasts with lingering political tensions as The Janesville Gazette weighs its stance.
A collection of brief notes touches on political races including Senator Whitehead and Senator Quay in Pennsylvania, post office debates, and editorial tensions. It notes Judge Crane and Oleson appointments, Governor Davis’s Baptist church expulsion, postal currency debates, a Chicago thief jailed for a shoe theft, Mount Pelee eruptions fading from headlines, Billy Mason’s presidential joke, Eau Claire brewery fire, and condolences expressions.
A communication in The Janesville Gazette accuses The Stalwart League of expansive Wisconsin campaign activity. It is said to fund literature, headquarters, and salaried officials from corporate interests to back John M. Whitehead. The piece questions voters’ support for a nominee backed by such means.
A Milwaukee Free Press note cautions that single votes can tilt Wisconsin Republican caucuses. Over five weeks, precincts select delegates to assembly district and county conventions, with potential one-vote shifts shaping county and state outcomes.
The Rivers Chronicle predicts the Republican convention in July will settle factional disputes. If La Follette and allies are defeated, they may reconcile before adjournment, as the party avoids a disastrous split amid internal tensions and boss influence.
Nee nah News notes the bolters league seeks to unite voters for the Republican ticket while praising Senator John von Spooner. It argues Governor La Follette can win renomination if Spooner is returned to the U.S. Senate and even Hoard supports Spooner’s re election.
Oshkosh becomes known as a swift town after an automobile plant relocates from Dakota. The Northwestern lauds the machines as the swiftest on wheels. Local supporters hope Hon. Gabe Houck continues to back progress and invest in the auto venture.
The Two Rivers Chronicle notes no improper motive in Governor La Follette seeking McClaughry’s removal. The governor presented charges from the state board of control and expected action. McClaughry realigned rather than being investigated.
A playful fragment lists cows and flowers, birds and trees with stray words about June. The editor prompts to print in June or July, naming Charles Battal Levimts and Harpor's Maxazing as source hints.
Wisconsin newspapers discuss brewing beer price shifts, rising costs, and hot weather. Readers note opposition, elections, and tax reform debates. Prominent figures include Judge Gilson, Senator Whitehead, and Senator Spooner as campaigns unfold nationwide.
Chicago received 18 flat shipments of watermelons from Texas and Florida. Venezuela may send a warship to protect American interests on the Orinoco. Cuban reciprocity oil will be reported to the Senate after the canal bill is disposed of. An employee of the Bank of France borrowed £0,000 from the institution after stealing securities. Mrs. Mary Loom, sixteen, of Chicago, kidnapped twelve years ago, has learned she married her father's cousin. Secretary Root says Cuban treasury payments aided General Wood’s reciprocity campaign and were approved by the president and war department. The Pennsylvania railroad anti kissing order is deemed unenforceable as people have a right to kiss if both parties consent. In Chicago an Almers-Chalmers strike picket was shot by a non-union machinist in self defense. crowd sentiment blamed the shooter, the strike had been settled but pickets remained active.
The article notes fobs replacing watch chains among stylish women, praising the cupid fob with rose-gold wings and heart charm. It highlights that the fob appeals to those who value sentiment and novelty, with two rosy head figures peering from gold wings and green pink tints in certain lights.
The Sentinel opposes the game warden and deputies appointed by Governor La Follette. It defends a $1 yearly resident hunting license as a small, necessary tax that funds protection and ensures game abundance. Critics claim the free press misrepresents protection efforts while supporters say work has been done with taxpayers’ money and deserves fairness.
The widow of Lieutenant Colonel Henry, who killed himself during the Dreyfus trial, secured a verdict of 1,000 francs against Paris editors for libel plus costs. Thomas Lieweilyn Samuel of Racine and Agnes Irene Watson of Fond du Lac were married in Fond du Lac Thursday night and will reside in Racine. Dr. Lillian G. Bullock of Manchester NH becomes the first woman to head a New England medical society. Wisconsin fish officials plant 200,000 grayling eggs from Montana in state streams. W. Habercom, longtime Milwaukee Washington correspondent for German papers, died suddenly at his Berkeley West Virginia home. he was active in Wisconsin campaigns and national literature work.
Madison reports smallpox elimination, while Abraham Shipman a Beaver Dam hotelkeeper, dies. Janesville graduation numbers appear, Scarlet fever rises in Janesville with precautions. Moses Breeze installed at Cambria Presbyterian Church. Fond du Lac Street Railroad plans double tracking. State University faculty at risk shooting incident. Mrs. Wheeler of Sheboygan dies in Colton California at 94. Milwaukee power outage disrupts three thousand telephones. Antigo High School graduation hits 30, largest ever. Racine plans July Fourth demonstration, fundraising exceeds $1.00. Chicago to Milwaukee auto trip records four and a half hours. Appleton to host knit goods factory joint venture. Settlement reached with National Express and Weyauwega agent Ernest Quade. Fay Claire Commercial bank affairs to be addressed August 5. Amanda Young Appleton injured by kerosene confusion. J G Simmons Kenosha supports Unitarian church funding. Racine store robbed by masked burglar. Appleton prepares for Spanish American War veterans encampment. Richland Center injury leads to life insurance claims. Fond du Lac sheriff misses custody in King case. habeas corpus release noted.
The article argues the motive behind disenfranchisement was suppression not fraud, noting fraud in some sites embarrasses voters. It cites Mississippi, South Carolina, and Louisiana as showing fairness under new schemes, but warns opposition from intelligent, wealthy voters could test whether new rights will survive the party machine.
Oshkosh post office case sparks wide political debate after Washington dispatch in The Journal. The contention centers on Payne alleged to block Crane’s appointment, with Oshkosh factions split along Stalwart lines and La Follette supporters eyeing Winnebago County. Public sentiment favors Crane, while Davidson’s loyalties may cost him support.
A collage of humorous exchanges from Boston Chicago New York and Philadelphia papers. Jests about golf engagement life insurance mistaken weather miscommunications and a misfired superstition end with a man hoisting a horse shoe for luck only to have his house burn and insure for more than its value.
An Algoma Street resident urges Frontage on Algoma Street owners to inspect a block between Algoma Street and High Street on New York Avenue built four years ago. He argues the Berlin granite top dressing and stone foundation provide a durable, economical road-bed, noting minimal maintenance after rain and low freight from Fox River. He calls for unity before decisions on paving.
Final arrangements advance for Cornell University commencement week starting with the president's reception for graduates, friends, and faculty. Sage Chapel hosts a Sunday sermon by Rev Henry Van Dyke. exercises follow next Thursday with large attendance anticipated. Bloomington program features law school exercises with Ernst Huffcutt and a MacLean address planned for next Wednesday. Fayetteville marks the twenty ninth Arkansas University commencement with Garfand Literary Society events and a Sunday baccalaureate sermon by Rev S B Tyler. alumni and relatives arrive as a gale week is anticipated.
Washington June 12 patent records list Henry C Swan of Oshkosh as an inventor of an elliptic spring. Other Wisconsin patentees include Nelson Christensen Milwaukee engineer's valve automatic controller for electric motors Rowhend Davies Utica threshing machine Christian Glaus Milwaukee butter cutting machine Henry M Flanson Janesville Erroll G Rowlingday Racine and H C Stevens screw driver.
Boston's oldest dramatic critic accuses the city of provincial taste and gluttony, challenging local audiences to demand higher drama. He contrasts Boston with New York and notes that Boston’s refined English stock and immigrant audiences shape theatrical standards. The piece argues taste must grow beyond complacency.
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