Wisconsin Senate Deliberates on Rail Rate Commission Nominations
The Wisconsin Senate tackled the Rail Rate Commission nominations with strong opposition to P P Haugen. Walferd Eri and Prof Balthazar H Meyer won unanimous confirmations. Lawmakers debated resignations and adjournment plans as the session pressed toward a decision.
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Madison
Pp Haugen
Walferd Eri 2
Balthassar H. Meyer
Unasimeus Vete
Greesi
Felexing le Fellette
Haugen
Wilcox
Stour
Hatten
Hudral
Seaburn
Appointment concerns over Dr Har Sen to railway rate board
Bashford and Barnes decline the appointment citing opposition and a lack of legal expertise among Dr Har Sen and De Haugen. Debate centers on whether a majority of present senators or a full majority is required for confirmatory votes under the rate law.
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Bashford
Barnes
Dr. Har- Sen
Railway Rate Commission
de Haugen
Senate
Sinking of British steamers sparks Russian cruiser concern
In St. Petersburg on June 17 strong representations were made over the sinking of British steamers by Russian auxiliary cruisers. The note points to heightened tensions between Britain and Russia following naval actions.
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Great Britain
St. Petersburg
BAD FIRE AT RHINELANDER
Fire at the Wisconsin Veneer company plant in Rhinelander caused complete destruction of the facility and heavy losses estimated around 27 20.0. Fire departments from nearby towns aided in extinguishing the blaze amid limited water supply and spreading damage to other buildings in the business district.
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Associated Press
Ser
Wis
Wisconsin Veneer
Eire
Johnson City
Conrrel Waus Sedar
Busi Mos
Furst Nenewal Ban Elles” Brothers
Gaparurent
Dusiean and Baker
Berdware
Permin-Stertier Lumber
Fron Marion and Herrin
Dames
Hias
Roral
Smith, Cater and Smith
Woodmen Camp Clerks Convene at Wisconsin Rally
The fourth annual national convention of the Woodmen Camp Clerks Association of America opened in Wisconsin. Attendees in Woodmen colors viewed the regalia and emblem of order. Afternoon sessions covered changes in work practices, officer duties, and committee reports with emphasis on enforcing the liquor trade ban.
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Wis
Johnson Gogd Chauffeur Collision Details
An auto carrying P. D. Dupont and John Johnson of Cleveland collided with a streetcar at Clark and Randolph streets. McEor Johnson skillfully reversed to avoid a major crash, suffering only minor injuries to the front wire.
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Associzien Press
Chicago
Meyer Johnson
Cleveland
P. D. Dupont
Arbit
Atre
Clark
Randolph
Mrs Stout Champion Climbs to Metropolitan Title
Charles T Stout formerly Genevieve Gecker won the metropolitan soil championship at the Battasrollinks Jocey defeating Miss Gertrude Travers of the passed Country club of Glencove by 2 up and i te play.
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Associated Press
Shorihhus
Charles T. Stout
Genevieve Gecker
Battasrollinks Jocey
Gertrude Travers
Passed Country Club
Glencove
L. L
Watt Returns to Washington on Loomis Controversy
Secretary Watt returned to Washington and heard more witnesses in the Ben et Loomis case. He expects to close the case in a short time.
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Associated Press
Washington
Watt
Sam Davis Dead Panama Police Instructor
Sam Davis an American instructor to the Panama police died here today. His death is deplored as the police improved greatly under his instruction.
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Associated Press
Panama
Sam Davis
Five New Yellow Fever Cases Reported in Canal Zone
Cy Associated Press reports from Washington on June 17 that Governor are goon has notified the Isthmian Canal Commission of five new yellow fever cases in the Canal Zone.
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Cy Associated Press
Washington
Aregoon
Isthmian Camal Commission
Panama
Canel Zone
Brewery Owner Dies After Fall in Heat Vat
John Pfeiffer, proprietor of the Rushford brewery in Minnesota, fell into a hot water vat last night and died today. The accident occurred at the facility in Rushford on June 17, with authorities investigating the circumstances.
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Associated Prose
Rushford, Minn
John Pfeiffer
Wisconsin Legislature Ends Its Session in Mixed Legacy
The 151st Wisconsin Legislature closed with uneven results and mixed leadership. George Hudnall emerged as a key figure in railways policy, while the assembly was described as leaderless and largely under executive influence, contrasting with a more assertive senate.
University of Wisconsin Commencement Address Plan
The fifty second commencement at the University of Wisconsin, Madison, runs from June 35 with baccalaureate exercises led by John Duscom and a final commencement day with a brief talk by Carl Schofield. The university will award master’s degrees to 24 graduates and doctorates to 12, plus honorary doctorates to several honorees.
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Northwestern
Madison
Wis
Wisconsi Wi
Sun Jday
John Duscom
Thomtar
Hoa Carl Sch
New York
Bir
Shor
University
Hague Favored as Arbitration Seat Over Washington
The Moscow statement suggests Russia may push for The Hague instead of Washington for the arbitration, with exchanges underway between Foreign Minister Lamsdorf and Abasasor Meyer in Washington. Preference cites advantages of a small state capital and court size, plus time considerations.
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St. Petersburg
Hague
Washington
Russia
Betoren
Amfinister Lamsdorf
Aobasacor Meyer
Arbitration Court
Menasha Alumni Banquet and Deaths Reported
The Menasha high school alumni banquet and dance was held at G. Bell with readings, songs, and toasts. Officers were re-elected. A funeral for a local president of the city occurred in Minneapolis. Rev. Cheeseman plans and a farewell service are noted. A peculiar island incident involved children found in a cellar via spring lock. A small fire at P. V. Lawson’s residence started by children playing with matches.
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Northwestern
Menasha
Wis
Menesha High School Alumni Association
G. AR Bell
Lilien Roun
Mary Fisr
Misa Elizabeth Hnewardsem
F_ EB. Seasenbreaner
Harriet Rovnds
Jirss Hodge
Arthur Johnson
Amr Granden
Menisha
John Calahan
Dan Sabfven
Alumnl
Bayfield
Madison
Buser
Ripon
Bur
Eral
P. V. Lawson
Demand for Settlement in Teamsters Strike Meeting
Anti-Shea delegates plan to frame a settlement demand at a joint council meeting as leaders split from the strike. Motions call for a new committee, while prosecutors note alleged conspiracies linked to Montgomery Ward and other employers. Indictments may involve payments totaling 15,060 and 23,32. possible murders tied to wrecking crews.
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Hugh McGee
Shea
Gomez in Havana Reports Slight Heart Improvement
General Maximo Gomez slept an hour last night and his heart's condition shows slight improvement today, according to Associated Press dispatch from Havana dated June 17.
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Associated Press
Havana
Maximo Gomez
Morocco Crisis Deepens As France And Germany Clash
Reports from Washington indicate Franco German talks over Morocco grow tense as Delcassé resigns in France. Rouvier seeks definition of German aims while Paris fears a move toward war. Military alerts and mobilization orders ripple through France as diplomats seek a conference to resolve the Moroccan question.
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D. C
Lune
Germany
France
Af. Delcasse
Paris
Reuvier
Prince Radelin
Washineton
Morocco
Germians
Bouvier 2
Sixth Army Corps
Foreign Office
Great Britain
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Borocco
International Congress
Great Briain
Europe
Figera
Sers
Figaro
Pez
Echo de Paris
Germain
Rouvier
Echo
Prince von Radolin
It 43
Rouuvier
Mierlan
Berlin
Unclear Report Reflects Shifting War Confidence
The passage notes French weakness following a naval defeat and rising German confidence. It mentions Russia's current lack of threat and implies a government response or preparation, reflecting tense wartime sentiment as events unfold.
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France
Adzetral Rojest
Vensky
Russia
Masons of Neenah to Mark Ninth Anniversary at City Hall
Neenah Wisconsin June 17 Kane lodge Masons will celebrate its ninth anniversary next Wednesday evening at the city hall. An interesting program will be followed by a banquet with committees preparing for the event. Kengete Hughes formerly of Neenah injured in a collision with a head car near Kaukauna yesterday. James Aylward son of Mr and Mrs Witten Aylward of Fourth street died after lingering illness. Funeral Monday at nine from parental home. The wagon driver delivering Teluleh water struck by a lowered gate crossing Northwestern tracks. Lulu Bryer to wed Charles Bryer next Wednesday evening at the bride home. Dan Sullivan a student at the state university home for summer. Walter Sorenson of Wisconsin Rapids visiting Neenah. Modern Woodmen delegation in paper suits leave for Milwaukee convention early next week hoping to create sensation with their attire.
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Kane Lodge of Masons
Kengete Hughes
Inga
Kaukauna
Thll City
Chikago & Northwestern Railroad
James Aylward
Afr
Mea Witten Aylward
Ales Lulu Bryer
Alrs
Charles Brysa
Dan Sullivan
Aten
State University
Walter Sorenson
Warpsaca
Neenah
Milwaukee
County assessor says cross bid near average for county crops
D M Shea supervisor of assessments reports after touring the county this spring that cross bid is likely to meet the average. Heavy rains damaged some grain in low areas but rich spots should compensate. Rain this week aids ground while the weather remains favorable for hay and corn. yields may be below average due to crowding in low spots.
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D. M. Shea
Shen
Thirty Are Dismissed in City Health Department
A Philadelphia dispatch reports that the head of the public health department dismisses thirty employes, citing their value to the service. The move aims to fill vacancies, though Meyer Weaver has not stated his intentions.
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Hudunil
Lerner
City of Philadelphia
Assecision Press
Philadelphia
Opis
Toder Bfazer Weaver
George W. Sunerlind
Department of Public Health and Chartes
Meyer Weever
Burglars Surprised at Harriman Residence Wrecked Heist
Three burglars were surprised breaking into EB Harriman's residence in New Fe. June 27. An exciting chase ensued with two pistols fired and one man captured. The Harriman family was away. residents of the fashionable quarter were excited by the shooting.
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Sy Associated Press
New Fe
EB. H. Harriman
Fred
Harriman
London ship line denies plan for Southampton to New York steamers
Jane W A Williams, manager of the Hoye Mai Steam Packet company, told AP that reports of a new passenger steamship line between Southampton and New York were erroneous. He said the service is already well provided and his company will not compete with the large operators in that trade.
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Associated Press
London
Jane W.aA. &._ Williams
Hoye] Mai
Kaiser s Cup Yachting Race From Dover To Heligoland
In a heavy rainstorm and high wind the start occurred today with yachts from Dover beginning the race to Heligoland for Emperor William s cup. Shortly after noon American yachts Avanile and Apache and British yacht Valhalla began a separate top over course for the auxiliary go special cup tied to the recent trans Atlantic trace involvement.
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Prevs
Dover
Ens
Heligoland
Avanile
Apache
Valhalla
Emperor William
Cleveland Coal Trust Members Must Stand Trial
Judge Stone overruled the demurrer of the Cleveland coal dealers association known as the coal trust. The indicted members must stand trial under the Valentine antitrust law unless a higher court reverses the decision.
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Associated Press
Cleveland
Ohio
Stone
Common Press
Coal Trust
Second Offense Embezzler Sent to Prison
Madison Wisconsin June 1743 Louicks was today sent to state prison for eighteen months for embezzling 170 dollars from Mr Hamonds of West Union Ta This is his second Rams
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Madison
Wis
Louicks
Hamonds
West Union
Armistice Talks and War Outlook on Eastern Front
Reports from St Petersburg and Gouzayantic Manchuria indicate negotiations toward an armistice between Russia and Japan are under way. While front lines appear quiet and Japan may be withdrawing south, editors debate terms, with most urging continued resistance and indemnity terms under discussion.
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Manchuria
St. Petersburg
Foreign Office
Japan
Tapen
Nasha Ziesa
Russia
Sakahatin
Viadivestock
Yrussia
Viadivestock Ralina
Bourse Gazette
France
Great Britain
Germany
Austria
Sviet
United States
Washington
Grand Duke
Alexis
Technical error delays county court contract suit
In county court a case began Friday but a technical error paused proceedings after testimony had started with the jury empanelled. The plaintiff’s counsel was granted permission to amend the reply, with twenty days to amend and twenty days to resume, in a suit for 259.92 on a contract alleging extras by contractor Hans Christofferson of Neenah against Louis Herziger.
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F. V. Afc- Manamy
Hans Christofferson
Neenah
Louis Herziger
Chris Soefirser
Decrees Granted in Creait Court Divorce Suit
Agnes Damerow of 359 Doty Street files for divorce from Herman Damerow. the complaint not yet filed. Carrie Thatcher wins a divorce from Jonas Thatcher for desertion and custody of a minor child. Marion Howlett, divorced in April from Lincoln Howlett, may remarry within a year. Inez Brown sues George Brown with cruelty claims. appears granted permission for Doe Moon to assume her maiden name Lies Moon.
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Creait
Agnes Damerow
Doty Street
Herman Damerow
Carrie Thatcher
Jonas Thatcher
Rainer
Marion I. Howlett
Lincoln E. Howlett
Marcy
Inez Brown
George Brown
Ety
Unclear Weather Journal Entry for Wisconsin Forecast
Fragmentary weather note shows showers and cooler trend in Wisconsin with variable winds. Mentions tonight and Sunday conditions, temperatures around 72 degrees and partly cloudy skies. Source shows garbled phrases likely from a meteorological report.
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Wisconsin
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