15 Jun 1905
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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1905
Page
1
Washington announces selection of Washington as the site for peace talks between Russia and Japan after both governments rejected other locations. The plan envisions plenipotentiaries meeting at the White House with possible adjournment to cooler weather if needed.
Former President Grover Cleveland George Westinghouse and Justice Morgen J O Brien were chosen as trustees of the Equitable Life Assurance Society after the stock sale. The group met at the Buckingham hotel and planned to reconvene at 5 30 pm with Mr Root and Mr Cravath in attendance.
An Evening Wisconsin report from Marquette says Hans Olson, married two weeks, fired into a crowd during a Sands charivari party after a beer dispute. Willam Foody was wounded in the leg and thigh. doctors removed eighty seven bone fragments. Recovery remains doubtful.
John C. Driscoll described alleged corrupt practices by labor leaders before the grand jury. He was kept under nightly surveillance by a state attorney’s detective to protect him from violence and to prevent influence to leave Chicago.
The report from La Crosse notes that 43 year old Burand shot himself after the loss of his wife and five children. Despondency over the family death led to the fatal act. he was found dying on the grave after refusing removal.
The Menasha Browns plan a heroin game with Fond du Lac at the former Place Surdey. Commencement exercises for the Menasha High School class will be held at the Germenias opera house with diplomas awarded by Superintendent John Callahan. The week includes senior events, alumni banquet, and the final exams nearing completion.
An Associated Press report from Los Angeles on June 15 notes a ten day circulation of an initiative urging adoption of an ordinance to grant a benevolent corporation a monopoly on the saloon business in Los Angeles. The plan mirrors Gothenburg’s liquor regulation model.
The Philadelphia street railways committee returned bills repealing ordinances granting 110 street franchise rights without city payment. The council member notes it as a chance to reconsider past mistakes and urges not to extend sympathy to those who wish to redo decisions.
The New York suburbs host the Blue Ribbon Turf event at Sheepshead with the $20,000 purse. Delhi, Beldame, and Keen’s stable entries lead a star-studded field as crowds rushing to the track brace for a fast effort on a sunlit day.
Delegates of the National Association of Credit Men traveled to Menesha, Arkansas, for an outing in Memphi s Tennessee. A business session was held at the Menesha Club this afternoon.
Associated Press reports in Christiania that the minister of defense says rumors of mobilizing the Norwegian army and fleet are unfounded and without basis.
In Saugus a dark road crash involved Jere Butler Woodbridge of Boston and a man from New York. A. E. Childs and C. F. Yemrh of Boston were shaken but unhurt. The vehicle struck a wire fence, and road hazards at night contributed to the collision.
Reported third smallpox case prompts quarantine measures and vaccination efforts. Health officials, including W A Gerdos, superintendent, investigate possible origin while vaccinating patients and examining visitors amid concerns of contagion and overlapping symptoms.
In Green Bay and Oshkosh the convention of the Order of Hagies drew a mixed reception as a 2 vote margin in Sheboygan influenced nearby towns. A signer from Kosh confirmed the contested agreement amid tense discussions.
An eleven year old boy, son of Alderman John Freidinge, drowned after falling into an open gate at Chetek Lake. The body was recovered.
A New York State Supreme Court jury in district L I awarded Abner J Hardel damages of 24 155 95 against Howard Gould for services in crewing plans for the Good castle at Port Washington. The case was decided today.
Cablegram from Washington reports three new fever cases tied to the Isthmian mission and Governor ports, with the illness described as severe. Details are unclear due to garbled text.
Berlin broadcast word that the German steamer Letartes was sunk in the Cana sea this afternoon. The incident prompts Russia for an immediate explanation and the foreign office is expected to take diplomatic action after owners lodge a complaint.
The Missouri River Power Company will build a second dam across the Missouri River to develop electrical power at a cost of $100,000. Work will begin at once. Power will be transmitted to Helena and Butte and other points. The Butte mines will be the chief beneficiaries of the plant.
Lincoln Neb June 15 Max Ploehn who assaulted and killed Miss Alma Goose near Plattsmouth Neb last Saturday has been captured near that place A mob is gathering and a lynching is feared.
A royal wedding at St George's Chapel Windsor unites Prince Gustavius Adolfe and Princess Margaret of Connaught. The ceremony featured imperial marches, a royal procession from London, and attendance by Queen Alexandra and other princes and princesses. The day showed festive regality with detailed pageantry and court dress.
In Oshkosh municipal court Judge Go Miss Te ris heard Ciara Terzis and Charles Johnson both 17 face a marriage plan. The girl says her home is unsafe but Johnson claims youth and intent to marry in GlostForl, while an attorney was sought to defend. The scene included objections from the girl's mother and references to the Texts farm and local figures.
A series of brief notices report deaths by suicide or self harm across Wisconsin. In Waukesha Emma Jones, wife of Long Jones, was found in two feet of water and presumed to have taken her own life. In Freeport a 28 year old Mrs Young and 16 year old Meda Pie were found after declaring intent to kill themselves. Marinette lists Cherlee J Bilis, former commandant of the soldiers home at Waupaca, as having committed suicide by shooting.
In Chicago on June 15 a peace agent, Grand Master J G Hanrahan of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen, met with Mayor Dunne after a conference and said he would use his best offices to settle the strike though no surface change was noted that day.
Oshkosh won four prizes at the Green Bay Eagles convention events, including $250 cash for the band, a loving cup for the Eagles band, and a $200 prize for parade participation. The Oshkosh military band, 27 members, led the march in matching uniforms with red white and blue accents, while spectators and delegates favored Oshkosh as the convention moved through Green Bay. The night featured a lively parade and a concert, with Oshkosh ultimately securing the band prize and drawing overwhelming support from locals.
Mrs Cartwright an elderly long time resident dies at her home 23 Eleventh street at one o clock this afternoon The funeral is set for Friday afternoon at two from the residence Also note the death of Mrs Anna Nelow Schindsihe daughter of Charles Nelow at 1435 Alosaifa street after illness with typhoid pneumonia arrangements not yet made
Secretary of War William H. Taft spoke at the eighty first Miami University commencement in Oxford on June 15. He praised the nation's material expansion and its peaceful influence between Russia and Japan, noting the president's personality and impartiality as factors in securing prestige and intervention.
Madison, Wis June 15 Senators deliver a fold watermark to Lieutenant Governor Davidson as the legislature wrestles toward final adjournment likely by Tuesday or Wednesday. The governor aims to name rate commission nominees with Labor Commissioner Belford Erickson as a likely appointee though others remain uncertain.
A Wisconsin special from Rice Lake reports Col. F P Swift, former editor of The Rice Lake Leader and a known editor and political figure, has purchased The Watertown Daily Republican. The sale marks a notable transfer of ownership in Wisconsin journalism.
A wedding in Wausau linked Robert Leuth chief accountant in the freight office of the Chicago and Northwestern and Miss Clara Jeann of Wausau. The report includes weather notes with forecast for Wisconsin indicating showers thunder storms and cooler conditions, plus barometer readings and temperatures.
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