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Newspaper

Oshkosh Daily Northwestern

Location

Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Jun 16, 1920

Page

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Prohibition Planks Debate at Democratic Convention

Prohibition advocates plan to push two law enforcement planks at the San Francisco convention to curb enforcement of the Eighteenth Amendment. Bryan to act as bodyguard for the plank if adopted, while Governor Cox of Ohio is urged as a key opponent. Wheeler calls Cox the last hope for nullification and notes Cox’s record complicates effective prohibition.

Associated Press Washington BD. G San Francisto Cox Ohio Warner Wheeler Treasue Resolutions Committee Chicano Wheeler Bryan San Francisco Marshall United Press Marshal United Press Today Indiana W. G. Harding Coolidge Davis United Frees London John W. Davis Emm Howse Londer Colonel House Wilson Saris Daris Davie McAlloo

Four Soldiers Sought After Camp Grant Shooting

Camp Grant authorities join civil police in a manhunt for four soldiers who escaped from the guard house after the shooting of Mrs. Maude Louise Moss wife of Capt Leroy H Moss. A stolen car linked to the escape was found near Davis Junction, as the search widens.

Associated Press Camp Grant Maude Louise Moss Leroy H. Moss Ateam Martin Moses Davis Junction Mount Morris Raseline

Columbus Drops to Third Largest Ohio City Status

The Associated Press reports Columbus now ranks third among Ohio cities after census figures show a population of 237,051, up 53,320 since ten years ago. Toledo remains close behind at 243,103, while Louisville and St Paul trail with smaller gains.

Toledo Cen Associated Press Washington D. C Columbus Ohio Louisville St. Partin Tmbus St Paul

Dempsey and Kearns Freed of All Charges

The indictment against world heavyweight champion William Harrison Dempsey and manager Jack Kearns for conspiracy to evade the selective draft act was dismissed in federal court. Georges Carpentier, European champion, arrived and suggested a possible post October 10 bout setting up a future clash between Dempsey and Carpentier.

Associated Press San Francisco Gallf Willam Harrison Jack) Dempsey Jack Kearns Lodar Carpedstier Wirblin Georges Carpentier Chanenke Jack Dempser Dempsey Carpeintier Europe France America Dempse Carpentier United Press

Bishop Schwebach Celebrates Fifty Years as Priest

Rt Rev James Schwebach bishop of La Crosse marked fifty years since ordination with a solemn mass at St Joseph’s cathedral, sermon by Archbishop Sebastian Messmer, a noon luncheon, and a public reception in favorite hall. He has served as bishop since 1902. A $5500 automobile was donated by supporters to the bishop.

Frese la Crosse James Schwebath Orest~ Lhhood Selemn St Joseph's Cathedral Sebastian Messmer Milwaukee Lercy Schebach Fienees Hall Scheebach Dienes Burhop

Zone of the Straits under Allied control extends to Dardanelles

Official summary reveals the zone of the straits to include the Dardanelles and surrounding areas with a three mile offshore belt and a land zone up to fifty five miles south west of the Dardanelles. The inter allied commission will govern with independent budget and enforcement powers and oversee ports and harbor works.

Washington, D. C Constantinople Straits Contro Commission Europe League of Nations Clemosphorus Sea of Mitmord Dardaneles Dardanelles Eophorus Aegean Islands Geventeen Mies Sea of Marmors Bosphorus Gallipol Peninsula Turkey England France Jui Sea of Marmoras Alb

Williams Defeated in London Tart Tennis Championship

Williams, the United States champion, loses in the fourth round of the London Tart Tennis championship. The match features a late surge by opponent Mex Metlewy, a former player, as the field advances toward the later rounds.

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American firm to sell copper to French buyer

An American company agreed to sell TH,000 tons of copper to Mrenety Industries, according to a notice from the agency. The delivery is planned over two years.

Mrenety Industries Matin

Nonpartisans Define Position in Wisconsin Endorsement

Wisconsin Nonpartisan League adopts resolution backing La Follette on national questions. Convention endorses certain congressional candidates in Milwaukee area and draws a state ticket with Blaine for governor, Voight for secretary of state, Doerfler for attorney general, and Levitan for treasurer, with labor influence in district selections.

Caseig Permyossy Ag Madismi Wisconsin Nonpartisan League Robert M. la Follette Milwaukee E. G. Voight Secon Florian Lampert J. D. Boch Labor John J Blaine Rosevbel George E. Conings Eau Claire Bimer Fa Green Bay Seneral Christian Doerfler Stiit Levitan Madison Biss Blame Henry Krumrey C. B Ballard la Follette Ight Fpevicres Esch Cummins Railway Omane Afr. Blaine

Man Vouches as War Ace Eddie Rickenbacker Arrested

A man identified as a Kentucky man is arrested after posing as Eddie Rickenbacker at a local hotel. Police report he used the ace’s name in a scheme and attempted fraudulent transactions.

Eddie Rickenbacker iBy United Presa Milteern Taward Baker Tath Kentucky Ani Rae Hare Tuckenbacker

Fatalities Rise in Colorado Wreck Near Reneaux

The Colorado crash near Reneaux claimed three lives including Floran Coynéter. Authorities reported multiple injuries and ongoing investigations into the wreck yesterday.

Colorado

Federation Demands Exclusion of Japs and Asians

The American Federation of Labor Convention condemns secessionist railway strikes and calls for excluding Japanese and other Asiatic migrants, seeks to organize an international janitors and cleaners union plan, and urges Panama Canal hires to be citizens. It condemns Kansas court as confiscation of liberty and backs Gompers in forming a national anti‑partisan campaign to curb war profits and war costs.

Moreve Montreal American Federation of Labor Conventige United Suites Minestie Petentiaiioad Titinola Manufrerurery Association Iabor Bulldtics Services E L. Edgerton Schnectady N.Y Jater Kansas Unites Press Montreal Kanga Ammerican Federation of Labor United States Alexander Howat Wansad State Federation of Labor Executive Council Bowatt Allen Eid Howatt Gomvers Samuel Gompers Reduca San Prancixes

Lynching and militia restore order in Duluth aftermath

A mob of about 3,000 attacked a Duluth policy station and lynched three black men accused of assaulting a white girl. Militia from Fort Snelling arrived to guard the area as authorities began investigations. six more black men were arrested in Virginia, Minnesota, in connection with the broader unrest.

Virginia Main United Preay Dulath Minn John Morphy Withhelkt Nina Iyaert Miltia Fort Snelling Berg Poller Murphy Furis Wood McGhle Elmer Jackson Craneford Duluth Eugene Jefferson Frank Speer Norman Ordway Mix Mayon Clarence Tray Louls Hayes Gene Terdar Ert Francis Ontario Canada Murphy Hig Mven Selina Ise Minnesota St Paul Rhinow Wx Omers Acal

Northwestern graduate earns honorary degree in 1900s press

The article reports on a Northwestern graduate, noting the ceremony and family ties. It mentions a difficult personal journey and academic achievements, including fraternity activities and faculty involvement during the degree event.

Chancellor Renner Presses Dissolution Bills

Reports indicate Chancellor Renner urged dissolution bills as President Seitz backs a deposed government. The scene shows ongoing talks as Renner seeks support while parties push to form a new administration amid political realignments.

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Elwell Leaves Mid Race Haunt Mystery In Murder Probe

Reports claim Josepho Elwell vanished from Lexington amid murder inquiry as authorities weigh ties to a Kentucky girl named Anna. District Attorney Swann and police pressed divorce papers and questioned Elwell's wife while tracing possible relatives of the girl.

Tilted Press New Yorkk Josepho Elwell New York Detuenea Now P Lexington Iay Anna Elwell Swann Kentucky Elwel Wis Siim Rilwell Fens Bedwell Joyce Salt Fincd J Ehwyll

South Bend Mob Investigation After Lynching Incident

Police said investigation of the mob action in South Bend was just beginning as guardsmen arrived. Three men lynched in Duluth were linked to the incident, and Helen Penrod of South Bend was assaulted during a show visit here on June 7. the associate escaped with help from companions.

Duluth Olor Court House St. Mal Port Sneding South Bend Ind Nerroes Eiveus Agsault Helen Penrod Thia City

Man Found Staggering From Exhaustion on Road

Milwaukee bound man Van Den Schoten, 44, once a Funt Michigan telephone boss, was found staggering seven miles north of Alliwankes on the Port Washington road. drenched and exhausted, a folded bank note revealed. he was taken to a hospital for examination while en route to Rochester, Minn.

Austucined Press Milwaukee Wills van Dan Scholen Funt Mich Alliwankes Port Washington Road Sherif Rompie van den Schoten Rochester Minn

American Missionary Killed in Hunan Province

An American missionary with the Reformed Church at Yo Chun in Hunan Province was shot and killed when attacked by forces under Governor Chang Chin Yoo. The incident near Changsha involved a raid on the mission, with reports confirming the fatal attack and escape of other church members.

United Brora Marko Chine W. A Reimer Reformed Church Yo Chun Iunan Forcen Chane Chin Yoo Hunan Hese Associated Preach Peking Jeane RAGAN Ghang Ching Tao Tueiy Chank Sha Peeviate Yo Chon Cheon Sha Wo A. Reimer Li Ling Chang Chang She Chang Sta

Warren G Harding Nomination Puzzle Revealed

An aunt expresses pleasure that Warren G. Harding has been nominated. The note credits Mrs Lothra Johne of Warerigwn as aunt to the candidate and signals Republican presidential support in a dated political snippet.

Aolime Telp Tabor Pari Dhat Maren United States Lothra Johne

Harding Acknowledges Campaign Discussions With GOP Leaders

Washington reports Senator Harding Republican presidential nominee held dinner talks with leaders including Lodos Smoot Graundegee and Fall about the union, the GOP, and Chicago platform. He said public sentiment bears the main issue and denied plans for a third party.

Avevclosed Washington Harding Lodos Massachusetts Senate Smoot Etah Graundegee Connecticut New Mexico Union Chicago Hardin Pais Ohio Worli Wshington Ormors

Madame Melba’s Voice Heard Thousand Miles From Paris

Report describes early wireless camera and phonograph tests during a concert in Paris featuring Madame Melba. Authorities note wireless transmission reaching distant listeners as officials observe impact on public music events and media.

Madame Melba Usited Preasy Landeu Wirelere Eniuuriveta Ingayapremed Pie Cheimetera Mareeni Snanan Qwete Paris Win Wireless

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