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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1902
Page
4
The British monarch's serious illness halts the coronation planned this week. Despite weeks of prep and grand displays in London, the ceremony is postponed, prompting global sympathy and concern for the king's health and the empire's future.
Long passage notes a calm, reconciled mood among Republicans in a county as caucus plans unfold. It highlights reallocating bitterness, unity efforts for a La Follette delegation, and calls for turnout, honest conduct, and adherence to majority will ahead of assembly conventions.
A visitor praises Oshkosh for hosting state conventions and the Elka reunion, noting central location, rail access, ample lodging, and welcoming decorations. Merchants show strong convention spirit with purple and white displays, electricity by Elka, and fair treatment of visitors seen as a boost to local business and reputation.
The Rice Lake Leader questions loyalty in the Spooner versus governor debate, noting strong Republican support for both but urging harmony. It mocks sensational claims, references Senator Spooner and Nebraska Governor Bryan, and mentions broader national political jests and upcoming party dynamics.
The Republican and Leader calls on all Republicans to attend the primaries in La Crosse County where Stalwarts and Half Breeds contend for victory. It warns that outcome hinges on voter turnout and delegates, affecting party unity and the caucus process.
A poem extols a fearless, oak-hearted patriot praised as a law exalter and defender of the state. The speaker asserts such virtue is needed for a trustworthy ruler and warns against self-centered rulers, naming Lawrence Knowles in the National.
Wisconsin editorials from Madison and Milwaukee muse on La Follette’s leadership and Whitehead’s viability. The pieces note party unity under GOP power, regional loyalties, and county-level tactics including newspaper support and candidate favoritism across Eau Claire Racine Dane Marathon Forest and other counties.
A collage of humorous quotes from newspapers showcases lawyers judges and witnesses trading wry lines. Remarks range from a magistrate sparring with a prosecutor to a groom’s barbed remark about a fiancée’s ring. The bits illustrate sharp social wit amid legal proceedings.
The Siniwarts rally to defeat La Follette using Whitehead in some regions Froehlich in others and Scofield as a candidate elsewhere. The Stalwart Republicans view politics as a game to fool the people while criticizing the voters. Former Governor Hoard's Paper notes the urgent drive to unseat La Follette.
Hon. Chris Bann of the Third district visits Omro and Racine area supporters as he backs Mr. Serau for the senatorship. The Third district has not held the seat since 188, and locals mark Mr. Serau as favored. Mr. and Mrs. P. Kraupe of Racine celebrate their golden wedding.
The Northwestern profiles Nepeuskun farmer John A. Fridd as a candidate for the Third district assembly seat. Fridd touts support for Governor LaFoliette's principles, notes long county board service since 1893, and records as town chairman. He also serves as school district clerk and owns a 200 acre farm plus a Eureka Canning Company director position.
Alfred Belt, successor of Cecil Africa, has given more to charity in ten years than the Rothschilds. David T. Litter, a friend of Lincoln, died yesterday at Springfield, ID. W. J. Bryan denounces Grover Cleveland over the Tilden club speech and urges Democratic harmony. Richard J. O’Hanion, now in the Philippines, is appointed principal of Milwaukee’s Twenty second ward primary school amid prior clashes with the Milwaukee school board.
Reports cite George Blair under pursuit in Racine and Kenosha for horse stealing and held in Solon. Racine complains about pavements harming shade trees. Fond du Lac merchants push east shore trade near Lake Winnebago. Winslow Racine plans separate playgrounds for older boys. Marinette Golf Club guests fall ill from suspected salad? Fifty diner victims recover. North Western railway seeks clues on Ringling circus sabotage. Grantsboro boy Fred Fisk, 10, survives a through bullet wound. Mrs. Louis Kilbourn dies at 32. daughter of early Racine settlers. Delia Gardner bound over for circuit court after shooting Lemere. Firebombing at Kingsley Methodist church in Milwaukee thwarted. Professor Jahr B Johnson killed in Michigan accident. survives widow and three children.
A visiting correspondent describes Mendota Asylum near Madison, noting its scenic grounds on Lake Mendota, extensive 510 acre farm, fifty cattle, and island garden use. The article highlights grand buildings, ward interiors, per ward dining, and attentive staff with a patient made chapel curtain.
An advertisement extols Paine's Celery Compound as a universal tonic for nervous exhaustion and multiple ailments including dyspepsia rheumatism and liver disease. Testimonial Mrs Jennie H Steele of Vaughn Ga credits relief from neuralgia of the liver after months of use. The text also promotes the product as life saving for weary individuals and urges trials. The latter portion discusses asylum facilities and management, detailing staff and infrastructure under Dr E To Bullard at an unnamed Wisconsin facility with capacity for 620 patients and an average annual census of 408.
The U S Transportation company orders five Inken steamers at a total cost of 1 800 000 dollars. The cornerstone of the Timothy B Blackstone memorial library in Chicago was laid quietly by the widow. Fire at St Luke's Sanitarium in Chicago kills twelve. O E Miller and H C Davis face grand jury. Philippines friar lands transfer blocked by Roman Catholic officials seeking to retain school control.
A European observer notes vast contrasts between American and British coal fields. He cites area differences 222,500 versus 8,000 square miles, with Britain heavily mined and deeper seams largely exhausted, while American mines remain largely untouched. He reports Britain’s frequent faults and steeper dips, contrasted with American fields showing minimal faulting and shallow inclines.
The Wrupaca Post notes Senator Dennett of Sh.hoygan owns a car that sped ahead then backed into the river, likening it to the Wisconsin Republican league. It warns that the league, once rapid, now backs up and may plunge into Salt Creek by July 16.
Catarrh cannot be cured by local applications. internal remedies reach the disease. Hall's Catarrh Cure, prescribed by a leading physician, purifies the blood and acts on mucous surfaces. A testimonial offer from CHENHY & CO, Toledo. Sold by druggists, price 1. Hall's Family Pills accompany the cure.
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