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Newspaper

Oshkosh Daily Northwestern

Location

Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Mar 03, 1908

Page

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Miss Harriman Weds Robert Gerry in Grace Church

New York March 2 Miss Cornelia Harriman second daughter of Mr and Mrs El Harriman wed Robert Livingstone Gerry son of Commodore and Mrs Elbridge Gerry at Grace Episcopal Church Broadway and Tenth Street. The ceremony drew social and financial leaders with maid of honor Miss Mary Harriman and bridesmaids in peach chiffon. The couple's union, declared an American marriage, followed a breakfast at 874 Fifth Avenue.

Associates Press New York Corneiia Harriman EL H Harriman Robert Livingstone-Gerry Commodore Elbpredge T. Gerry Grace Episgonal Church Broadway Tenth Street W. R. Huntington Grace Church J. H. McGuinness Ardent

Morris sues Wisconsin Central for 320000 in duties claim

Charles E M Morris files suit against the Wisconsin Central Railway and subsidiary units seeking 320000 for services as acting and assistant secretary and nominal director from 1899 to 1906. He alleges demands were ignored and that he held no stockholder or director status beyond nominal assignments.

Associated Press Milwaukee Wis Charles Eml Morris Wisconsin Central Railway Sempeany Wisconsin Central Company

Determined to Die: Carl Gillmeister Faces Sanity Exam

Special to The Northwestern Wilwaukee reports Carl Gillmeister attempted suicide twice at home after a quarrel with his wife. He bound a rope to a ceiling hook and jumped from a chair, was cut down, then tried again in the woodshed before being found and revived. Family says he has abused them and threatened self harm. they believe he is mentally unbalanced.

Wilwaukee la Crosse Carl Gillmeister Gilmeister Fam- Vir Anezeer

Indictments return rebates case against St Louis and San Francisco line

Federal grand jury returns indictments charging the St Louis and San Francisco Railway Company and the Chapman and Dewey Trust with creating rebates. The action names the Raiteau company and cites March 3 as the indictments date in Missouri.

Careo. Yz Assotates St. Louis Bia St Louis San Fran Ixes, Raiteau Company Chapnan Dewe TrrstefFany Kar

Expropriation Bill Passes in Parliament

In Berlin the government today approved the expropriation bill known as the Poth law, moving to change the term law as adopted by the house of torus. The measure advances with swift parliamentary support and outlines state powers over property redirection.

CRW Aseseated Berlin Math House of Torus

President to appoint Bossiter public printer

Washington March 3. It is understood the president will appoint W. S. Bossiter of New York to succeed Charles B. Stillings of Massachusetts as public printer. Bossiter has served as chief clerk of the census office and was recently detailed to review operations at the government printing office.

Axxuell Press Washington, Cbd. C W. 5. Bossiter New York Charles B. Stillings Massachusetts Bossiter Cierx Census Office Prezelent Government Printing Office

SIMS CONTRADICTED OVER AMERICAN STRAIGHT HOIST DEVICE

The witness challenges Commander Sims on testimony about the straight hoist device and turret safety during gunnery at Santiate. He argues screens between guns and batching rooms fix any danger to magazines and defends naval ammunition handling. He also rebuts claims of poor gunnery by the U S Navy at Santiago, saying better shooting was impossible under the circumstances.

Critice Santiate Senate Committee of Naval Affairs S.ms Perkins Fletcher Sims Santiago

Powder Train Explosion Wrecks Big Four Freight

A cargo of powder exploded on a Big Four freight train about two miles from here as it ran at full speed. Two men were fatally injured. The train was wrecked with several cars burning. The blast shattered stock houses and windows for miles.

Associated Preas SitehSeld

La Follette moves on Choctaw Creek lands reform

Senster La Follette proposes three public land bills to separate surface and mineral rights for Choctaw Chickasaw and Creek lands. Surface lands would be leased for agriculture or grazing with size limits up to 160 and 540 acres. Mineral lands would be appraised, tribes paid, and mining would require interior license. Senate also passes 23960 for a Wisconsin fish hatchery.

Washington, D. C Senster la Follette Secretary of the Interior Senate la Follette Wisconsin United States Fish Commissioner H. C. Stevens

Madison Loses Whitmore In Baseball Trade

Madison reports Whitmore former Wisconsin captain of 1967 and Madison Wisconsin league star has been sold to Minneapolis. The price is said to be nine or two Miller players and the Madison management has not decided. Whitmore, reputed top scorer and strong batter, may quit baseball for engineering if blocked from advancement.

Northwestern Madison Wis Whitmore Wisconsin University Minneapolis Miller Closerborne Cassiboine Whitmer

French Cabinet Votes to Send More Troops to Morocco

Paris March 3 The cabinet voted to dispatch 466% additional soldiers to Morocco to sustain the aggressor posture and relieve tired troops after recent Moors fighting. Parliament will be asked to appropriate 500,500 general fund to support the measure and improve work in Moroccan operations.

Associated Press Paris I5da Morocco Iiel Moroccs

Trial verdict in Wisconsin man found guilty of murder

In Wausau the jury convicts a man of murder in the third degree for killing his wife Paulina on June 33 by striking her with a bolt. Witnesses describe the fatal blows and the offender’s actions, with the judge set to sentence after the fourteenth hour.

Olaiet Press Wis Wirrom Wausau Wott Paulina Laspy X Bo Guru

Senator Allison Celebrates 79th Birthday Achieves Unmatched Service

Senator William Boyd Allison of Town marks his seventy ninth birthday as colleagues from both parties extend congratulations. The text notes his long tenure of thirty five years in the Senate, praising faithful service and a record of length and dedication in the upper chamber.

Wiliam Boyd Allison Allison

Civil War Veteran Isaac Post Dies in Wisconsin

Special from La Crosse reports Isaac Post of Westby died at sixty two from heart disease. He was a Civil War veteran and unmarried, leaving a ninety three year old mother in Milwaukee.

Northwestern Milwaukee Wis la Crosse Isaac Post Westby

Hat floats down canal sparks Menasha police watch

A girl's hat was seen drifting in the canal at Menasha raising questions on whether it signals more than an accidental loss. Police were informed and investigations follow as residents note attempted burglaries on Kaukauna Street and a busy pre Lent social calendar continues with parties and gatherings around Neenah and Appleton.

Menasha Wis Joseph Sailer Sailer-Whitmore Foundry Company Kaukauna Street Germanian Society Concordia Hall Appleton Clara Hagedorn Naymut Street Louis Kronberg Carl Lohman Julius Weinke Whi Remmel Ed Sauer Neenah Jessie McGann Charles Sorenson MeGann Fourth Ward Catholic Brigade Little Chute Joseph Coyle Louis Akin Wiléer Milwaukee Wa Menasha Herary Economics Club BG. M. P Letha Milwaukee Parkes Royal Neighbors Ie Merasna Fred Ul Third Street Phillip H Island Elsie Regenfuss Kaukauna

Fire at Spring Green Destroys Buildings in Wisconsin

An Evening Wisconsin special reports a March fire destroying a number of Spring Green buildings including a restaurant managed by Thomas. Total loss about 15000 with insurance near 800. Mrs. Thomas rescued through a window. Chattel mortgages and vintage records on file in the clerk’s office were destroyed.

Milwaukee Wis Wisconsin Spring Green Gaye Thomas

Anarchist Attack Sparks Chicago Police Turmoil

Chicago reports an anarchist connected to the Shippy case was arrested near Airbuci's home. Detectives Conpel and OBrien questioned a companion, while Emma Geldman defended Averbuch and criticized the police chase. Authorities discuss deportation and new federal action as New York and Pittsburgh monitor threats.

Emma LDMAN Springfield Emma Geldman Chief Shippy Lazarus Averduch Shippy Wasshni Chicare Miss Goldman Leo Denver Chicago Chief Shinpy Averbuch Hedprich Fural John J. O'Connor Dean McNally RED Pape Kansas City Kan McQuaide New York Binghas Pittsburg Pittehurt Marsh Af Police Shippy Snard Iforeland Mackmilling Rrranizati McQuavne Gett

Listing the proxies and the Illinois Central Board slate

The document records proxy listings and nominations for the Illinois Central Board. Harriman, John Jacob Astor, and Jacob Friggs are named directors for the term ending October 18. Haeckster, Glaces, and Titus replace Fish in the current roster with no other nominations.

Whicacn HO Harriman John Jacob Aster Jacob Frigs Aesanita Preemant Harnans Tllnois Eo Cuetober Glaces Titus

La Follette To Speak On Aldrich Currency Bill

In Washington the Senate today debated the Aldrich currency bill. Senator La Follette requested a speech on the measure while Senator Aldrich indicated he would proceed with the bill without delay upon request. The exchange touched on the bill’s timing and the senator’s willingness to speak.

Associated Presa Washington, D.C Aldrich Senate Senateur la Follette

Governor's Message Denounces Race Track Gambling Threaths

Albany March 3 Governor Hughes arrives at the assembly with a message refusing to name the gambler whose letter leaked from the executive chamber. He defends anti gambling bills and says supporters of wagering interests threaten youth and public morality while lamenting corruption and poverty linked to racing establishments.

Albany Hughko Executive Chamber

Silver Fox Kill Yields High-Value Pelts in Wisconsin

Neenah March 2 A farmer near Unis City shot four silver foxes valued at 429 to 500. The pelts described as five feet long and two colors of silver gray were bought by Wisconsin Paper Stock Co. officials say this fox is a rare find in fifty years. The news also notes school board actions and teacher salaries totaling 2,752.06 disbursed.

Neenah Wis Thames Bwilcox Unis City Mikesville Sewartz Wisconsin Paper Stock Company Ola Setilirs Newton van Dalsen Me- Mich van Dalsen Btout Menominee J Fa Slila Ganttors

AIDS LA FOLLETTE BILL Aimed at Labor Law and Trade Fees

March 2 report from Washington shows H R Fuller arguing a plea on a labor act related to La Follette supporters and employers. The story outlines fees, tariffs, and trade concerns tied to export and labor regulations, with references to commissions and legal duties.

Castro Arbitration Fight Over Venezuelan Claims

Washington reports Castro refuses arbitration on American claims tied to Orinoco ventures and asphalt concessions. Five cases seek millions over mining, navigation, and construction rights. U S government actions and Senate papers indicate possible firm steps ahead.

Russel Washington Ormece Corporation Castro Hasimies Washington, D. C A. F. Jarrette Orinoco Corporation T Steamship Company New York and Bermudez Asphalt Company United States and Mezazia Company Orinnoce Icry Senate Amer.cats Exer.pr Castro Amd Ont

Police to get service bars on uniforms in Ashkesh

Ashkesh officials discussed adding sleeve bars to mark length of service. Officers with five, ten, and more years would wear one, two, or more bars, with the chief and assistant chief assigned stars. The plan, limited to uniformed officers, was referred to the next meeting for report.

Aps Tong 1 Ashkesh Board of Police and Fire Commissioners H. J. Zentner H. 3. Zentner E. W W. Weisbrnd

Auto Racesin Florida Rabble of Broken Text

Incoherent OCR fragment describes Florida auto races with mentions of a driver named Hout Ormemd and a sixth annual event. The garbled account references a race in March and a crash or mechanical issue with broken pins and a car stepping at speed.

Shers Tratan Co Ark

Church Robber Sentenced After France Theft

A church robber in France received a six year sentence after a trial. The case involved a theft from a church and a subsequent police investigation.

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