Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Oshkosh Daily Northwestern in Oshkosh, Wisconsin

We have 8,601,093 pages in Wisconsin

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 14 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Oshkosh Daily Northwestern

Location

Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1908

Page

4

Races on the Fourth Oshkosh Driving Club Plans Events

The Oshkosh driving club announces Fourth of July activities featuring car races and related events. organizers invite participation from local auto enthusiasts and families.

Racing Meet Gathers Fast Horses At Ishkesh Motors Event

Organizers plan a revival meet to attract top fast horses from Oshkosh and Pond du Lac. The program includes a driving park record chase by HL and Vlamend 17, with a free-for-all and band performances drawing a large local crowd.

Gshkesh Tri Ta Chine P Il Taylor Woo Jen Pond du Lac Eof Fenelon Hipun Arton

Children’s day exercises promote church Sunday school

The Plymouth Congregational Sunday school celebrated promotions during a Day of Service. Beginners, Primary, and Junior classes advanced a group of twenty three students amid class songs and a program headed by Superintendent Miss Tally McFull. Retired veteran Deacon Richard noted as long-time reader.

Otha Payette Reugig Thonab Church Luterenidenit Association Permair Misa Joseph de Cramer Allee Dilson George Nelson Kathye Tieberts Gindy Chase Stath Dodie Elizabeth Finneen Lesin Reams Verna Hurtburt Howard Tuthe Primar Henry Jones David Jones Myron Hirlba Carden Hale Frank Walker Salvin Kirchart Wilbur Stacum Walter Brown Raymond Luedteke Phoebe Turner Leann Filward Clorence Elward Daisy Wigy Lloyd Jones America Lloyd Plymouth Sunday

Twenty Round Bout Involving McGoarty and Lafontise

Promoter Thomas Ryan plans a twenty round fight on July 4 between Daidte McGoarty and Sid Lafontise, middleweight champion of a major circuit, with a 3500 purse and winner receiving seventy five percent. Travel and training costs for McGearty and Hyun are covered. The match will be in Billings prior to departure with Ryan guaranteeing inducements for the Oshkosh boxer and partner. Lafontise’s recent record notes a notable KO loss to Stanley Ketchel in 1909. A separate purse of 100 is noted for matchups involving Young Yan and Young Sharkey of Fond du Lac and unspecified opponent.

Thoms Ryan Outlings Mont Rildle MeGoarty Sid Lafontlse McGearty Hyun Bilings Nunag McGoorly Montana Stanley Ketehel San IA Hutte IMG Thomas Ryan Young Yan Fond du Lac Young Sharkey

Boxers set for local bout despite crowd disapproval

The report notes a proposed mill event and a boxing night in Fond du Lac featuring Young and Sharkey. Sharkey won a prior preliminary against McGoorty Morgan, with the crowd opposing the decision.

Young Ryan Hholce Starkey Fond du Lac Viyan Young Sharkey McGoorty-Morgan Sharkey

Wealthy stockholders gather for Wisconsin National Life meeting

A large group of stockholders from Oshkosh, Appleton, Fond du Lac and other cities met at the Allen hotel to organize a Wisconsin National Life Insurance company camp. Col H J Weed presided as chair. Julius Kiel was secretary as plans outlined for charter qualification and capital needs.

Wisconsin National Life Iusurance Company Tabie Orhkorh Wisconsin Nationa Life Insurance Voshipung Auenra Ouh- Reeeehy Appleton Fond du Yan Cies Newrof Wealth Bres H. J. Weed Col. Mc Futne Gshkosh Julius He Kiel Averctary Buel T Davia Dawia Wisconsin National Life Insurance Company Pce FA. Brown G. A. Mitcheson Marinett M. W. McMillen J. BL Whitnall Milwaukees F. J. Barber OW. Oyvnit Wed Weed Oshkosh Wis Palmer Chieee Frr Sheridan Greenayy Jobo J. Sherman Wumphrey Pierce AppleTan Wile Es Sawyer George M. Tudoe 8. W. Hollister J. Toward Jenkins H. I. Weed Bo A. Lurber WM. Contey Buel T. Davin Frank A. Fully H Kiel F. A. Lubudde U. W. Ootate Edward H. Smith W. R. Wheeler Gen CR. Boardman Dahkesh Wills Palmer Chicago G. A. Galloway G. A. Knapp Flw Rueping Fond du. Lae Humphrey Pierce John 3. Sherman H.W. Meyer John Goodland HR. J. Meyer Otte Kuehurmsled Victor Po Marshal Applutun Wo PB. Wagner Philip Sheridan al J. C. Locklin Green Lay Franck A. Brown Yeney Swart George A. Mitcheson George W. Graves Edward W. le Terel Marinette Manford W. McAtten Scranten Stockdile Ved Schoenecker Jr J. B. Whitnall WB. Gray W. O P. Pawlett Willan George Bruce John H. Kopmete Willibald Hoffman Millwaukee le Pyneh Ripen

Postgraduate Medical Study Noted In Chicago Clinics

Dr. Brown and Dr. Trown, after touring Chicago for three weeks, attended the American Medical Association sessions and hospital lectures. They found Chicago facilities superior, with demonstrations and practical instruction, emphasizing health fundamentals like proper diet, ventilation, and personal cleanliness.

F A. Trown Mra. Ehroed Chicago Dr. Brown

Examinations in Order Final Tests This Week

Final examinations are in progress at the high school this week amid a quiet, serious atmosphere. The graduating class is finishing work and preparing for class day and commencement programs on Thursday and Friday evenings. Principal A B L O'Netanne notes an admission charge for class day and that funds will likely go to decorations for the assembly room.

A. BL. O'Netanne O'Neil

Local notes and upcoming meetings

Miss Belle A. Perry traveled to Ohro on business. Assistant Postmaster H. L. Bacon attends the G. A. R. convention in Racine. Miss Nellie Fernandez heads to Madison for a few weeks with friends. A special Y M C A board meeting is set for eight o clock Friday evening in the association building.

Belle A. Perry Ohro H. L. Bacon Racine Nellie Fernandez Madison Association

Winnebago Traction seeks crossovers near M Street bridge

The Winnebago Traction company petitioned Fond du Lac for permission to install cross-over tracks on North and South Main streets and the bridge approaches. The Wisconsin Supreme Court had ruled the east bridge track belonged to Winnebago, with the fast Main and South Main tracks to Eastern Wisconsin Railway and Light. The city can regulate bridge approaches but the company retains the right to cross-overs farther away. a council vote on designated points is awaited as city officials consider the request. Mrs. Charles H. Wright of Jonesboro, Ark., visits local home of Mr. and Mrs. Wright.

Winnebago Traction, Company Goth Main Street South Main Supreme Court Winnebago Traction Company Fond du Lie Company Main Street Eastern Wisconsin Railway and Light Company Umiler Fond du Lac Company Malin Fond du Luc Company Ninth Street High Street South Main Street Winnebugh Triction ‘Company W. C. Cowling Cowling O. C. Landsaby Free Waugoo ‘Street Otter Street Col. H. I. Weed Webb Lanight de So Weed Ss&eme

Japanese cucumbers grow with arms and hang by their chins

The note describes cucumber plants growing in a peculiar way and expresses optimism about business growth. It mentions a coal business providing opportunities and a desire to improve performance.

Dean's Kidney Pills Promote Quick Back Pain Relief

Oshkosh resident W B Dailey testifies that Dean's Kidney Pills cured his long standing kidney complaint after a sudden back pain. He says his back grew strong and pain disappeared quickly and notes others who have used the remedy. Sold by all dealers at 50 cents. FosterMilburn Co Buffalo N Y the U S agents. Remember the name Dean's.

W. B. Dailey Main Mt Oshkosh Wis Dean E. A. Horn Foster-Milburn Co Buffalo New York Agre United States

Short Notes Highlight Local Social and Travel Notes

Miss Martha Laabs returns from a long vacation visiting Madison Kilbourn Delis and Wisconsin points. Notables Marvin Williams son of Mr and Mrs John A Williams visits the city with plans for a summer on a houseboat and launch. Local dentist Adenbrooke and wife attended a funeral in Milwaukee.

Martha Laabs Madison Kilbourn The Delis Wisconsin P.-L.bighop Pond Southern Pacific Railway Los Angeles Marvin Wiliams John A. Williams Beatt Street Wie Barger Hicka Chicago My. Barger Carl B. McCabe Buffalo New York Boston St. Agnes Gulia Trinity Bickutar Elmer -Leach Buvkstaff Randle Chiscago Buddy King Tom Scully Huacanaba Mich Scully Johnny Coulon King Kid la Marche Bank Clerks Postoffice Clerks Postoffice Krippene Voss Banke Battery Harper Cincinnati Oshkosh Charles A .Wareman Nave Tait Road Louisville Luther Davies Sarah James First Congregational Sunday School

Dessert Idea Jelg-O Promises Quick, Economical Treats

A quirky ad touts Jelg-O as a ready dessert mix requiring only boiling water and quick serving. It claims simple prep, strong flavors like lemon, orange, raspberry, and chocolate, and notes pure food law compliance for home use.

Patel Ana

Also Mentioned on This Page

Oshkosh Doniving CLE Gobby Tao Miymouth Congregedionn Chireh Heve Daidte McGoarty Sid Tatouthae Faly 4 Ant NiUitnges Oshkosh” Beer Oshkosh Brewing Co Flow. A. Brown Traction Company M. Stoueet Bridge Fresested Supreme Court Deedetom Charles H. Wrisht Jones Bore, Ark Mre D. BL Wright New York Avenue Weener Fuel Co Pris BRS A. P. Adans Steude Bijou JOHNSTON @ COOKE Varin & Burr Bessle Howard & Germaine Geo. Maichouw Phillie, Witte Wickert’s Nestlerode Superba Theater Percival Chase Main St Eugene Carr Nichols Washington Street Chapman’s Ice Cream Parlor Merritt Street A-P-T CO John Nelson Co Y Main Stone’s, Hot Fitters Wangoo Street Whittemore South Main St Paris Mueller’s Drug Store Cor Tenth Oregon M. Perry Algoma Ohio F_ J. TINKHAM Grant Kid Gloves O’brien the Jeweler Street Oxfords Techlow & Ott Eighth and Oregon Streets the Super Furniture Co Phews Tei Rouse W.H. St. John Cor Wisconsin and Lincoln Aves Telephone Rassmassen Miller Groceries Cook & Brown Marion ‘and Market Sts Gillen’s Laundry Ats Holland Herring the Church Company Cor. Jackson and Irving Ste the Furniture Exchange al& G Iroquois Holland Swifts Pride Gant Claus Lenex Santos Coffees T-petr Shears Jefe Julius Martin Stn Athenee
Search Courier

Search the Oshkosh Daily Northwestern Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Oshkosh Daily Northwestern?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication