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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1908
Page
1
Wisconsin Republican delegates head to Chicago for the national convention conference. Key figures include Senator La Follette and cousin Harvey J. La Folletta, with Gov. Davidson and Attorney General Gilbert among those attending strategic discussions on platform planks and allied coordination against Taft.
Fond du Lac Paola, who shot Orvidar, was examined before Justice Fairbanks this morning and bound over to the November term of court without bail on a first degree murder charge. The crowded courtroom reflected public interest in the examination.
A brutal family massacre left seven dead including Mr Cooper and six others. Fred Conner, the sole survivor, lies dying at Mercy Hospital with no usable account of the crime. Investigators report a butler and others were among the victims, while suspects Shawn and Ans. Cooper are cited in reports as possible actors in the tragedy.
A delegation will convene Monday morning to discuss the situation. Senator La Follette is expected to press his ideas for adoption on the national platform. A national committee member may be chosen Monday morning, likely J. H. Puelicher or A. T. Bowers of Madison. Colonel William C. Brumder is surprised by Chicago papers naming him, something he had not heard from any source.
J Pierpont Morgan ends a European holiday and sails back to New York aboard the Ot Une Maure, leaving London to resume duties after a long rest overseas.
A special report from Appleton details a murder charge filed in a case involving Krauser and a former wife. Judge Goo presided as proceedings referenced a prior transfer and an event noted as occurring around June 20.
Associated Press reports Kansas City faces worsening flood risk with another heavy rain swelling the Kaw river. Topeka and nearby towns brace as waters approach homes and streets flood, while the Mississippi at St Louis nears 31.2 feet with seepage in East St Louis. Emporia fears a serious flood on the ruddy Toutonwood river.
L A Budahn of Fond du Lac has been chosen principal of the Fond du Lac High School to succeed James R Murphy. Budahn was a teacher at Eau Claire High School last year.
Paris June 13 The chamber of deputies adopted an amendment to the voting law that practically puts into effect the secret Australian system of ballots. The move signals a major change in electoral procedure and promises to alter how voters cast their ballots in future elections.
Aboard the Monitor in Florida the test of torpedo impact and hull integrity showed the vessel holding against a blast. Thirty men and officials observed as the hull endured a near direct hit, guiding blueprints for watertight bulkheads in the new North Dakota, Delaware, and other vessels.
Brooklyn District Attorney Elder warns tracks may be raided and bets stopped as authorities pursue crackdown on illegal gambling. Law notes precedent in Delancey v Flood. several bookmakers arrested at Gravesend face adjourned hearings in Coney Island court, with delay requested awaiting certified copy of new anti gambling law.
President Roosevelt and Attorney General Bonaparte ordered the removal of United States District Attorney Buick from office. The Spokane report notes Buick was cited for an inconsistent loyalty to the government and for debts claimed to be barred by statutes of limitation. Boise, Idaho, June 1943.
Berlin June 13 Emperor William invites Dr David Jayne the new American ambassador to Germany to be received in audience tomorrow. The notice records the formal diplomatic gesture amid routine exchanges and comments attributed to Blobs and Slobba with mixed tone.
The Columbia and Puget Sound railway rescue story says brakeman Mantfold crawled onto the track ahead of an oncoming construction train near Venton and saved a girl’s life by grabbing her from under the wheels as the engine approached. A second child was found wandering near the line after the danger passed.
Associated Press reports New York athletes held final tryouts in Philadelphia last Saturday for the eightyeth New York Athletic Cup games at Travers Island. Eastern contestants plus at least a dozen western athletes will compete in an events program, including a handicapped race where champions start from scratch.
Seoul dispatch reports a new court of cassation on appeal from Corea local courts will open July 1 in Tokyo. Once codes are completed, it is expected to quickly reduce much complaint of maladministration and improve legal process.
The White Horse, Youkon, June 14 reports the 1st Farmer Prospector arriving yesterday carrying $2,000,000 in gold aboard. The item notes men wake with headaches after spouses go on visits and urges deeds to back words, reflecting a mix of berichtet details and social commentary.
The brother of the secretary is described as the backbone of the united press effort. He is currently in Chicago engaging in active work to support the cause.
The Republican convention opens in Columbus with sparse decorations and slow gathering. Pennsylvania delegates arrive from Pittsburgh while hotels show vacancies. Cannon headquarters prepare with bands and speeches, as Crillon and Hopkins arrive amid a quiet, unsettled mood.
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